Biography

A long-standing member of Fianna Fáil, she first entered the Dáil in 1997 and was a TD until 2011, when she failed to get re-elected. She was elected as a Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown county councillor in 2014. She is a former government chief whip and has held a number of ministerial positions throughout her political career.

Question Time

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

I have the experience,knowledge and track record of working for our community. I always represent people with honesty and integrity.

What is your number one priority for your constituency?

I aim to support families with all the challenges they face, from childcare to care of the elderly.

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

We need to turn the debate back to the type of Ireland we want to live in, to the quality of education , the need for family homes and the choices we make to support those in greatest need.

Election 2016

Fianna Fáil Candidate

Mary Hanafin

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Question Time

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

What is your number one priority for your constituency?

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

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