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Election 2016

Anne-Marie Dermody

Party

Fine Gael

Constituency

Dublin South-West

Occupation

Councillor and solicitor

Age

46

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Biography

A self-employed solicitor by profession, she was first co-opted onto South Dublin County Council in 2011 and was re-elected in 2014. She is a member of the Economic and Tourism Strategy Committee at the Council and is a solicitor by profession.

Question Time

Q.

Why should someone vote for you (in 140 characters or fewer)?

If you elect me, I’ll fight for your interests in a firm manner, using the experience I\'ve gained as a businesswoman and local politician.

Q.

What is your number one priority for your constituency?

Youth unemployment has decreased but it is still too high. I\'m committed to working with those establishing businesses in the constituency.

Q.

What one thing would you like to do in your first 100 days of the new Dáil if you are elected?

Be selected to sit on the Committee on Health and Children to propose a number of reforms.

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