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Election 2016

Claire Kerrane

Party

Sinn Féin

Constituency

Roscommon-Galway

Occupation

Student

Age

23

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Biography

Currently studying for an MA in education, this is her first time running for an election. She is a former secretary to Luke Ming Flanagan MEP and is a member of Sinn Féin since her teens. She is involved with local community activist groups in her area.

Question Time

Q.

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

I fully understand the challenges that lie ahead and I will take a strong stand on every issue that affects my constituency.

Q.

What is your number one priority for your constituency?

Standing up for the west and for rural Ireland - making it a sustainable place to live and work through investment and better infrastructure.

Q.

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

Secure expertise required to take over the Corrib gas field, and explore & exploit all future gas and oil finds in the interest of the Irish people.

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