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Election 2016

Jack Chambers

Party

Fianna Fáil

Constituency

Dublin West

Occupation

Full-time councillor

Age

25

ELECTED

Biography

The current deputy mayor of Fingal County Council, he was elected as a councillor in 2014. He holds a degree in law and political science from Trinity College and is a member of a number of council committees, including the Economic Development and Enterprise SPC.

Question Time

Q.

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

I bring commitment, honesty and energy to politics with a legal and medical background. I will make a positive/constructive contribution to the Dáil.

Q.

What is your number one priority for your constituency?

My number one priority is to improve healthcare. Older and frailer people living alone do not deserve to end up on trolleys and need primary care locally.

Q.

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

To represent the people of my area to ensure Dublin West has every advantage in terms of job creation and facilities.

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