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Election 2016

Fianna Fáil Candidate

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Pat Casey

Party

Fianna Fáil

Constituency

Wicklow

Occupation

Councillor and hotelier

ELECTED

Biography

Elected first as an Independent Wicklow county councillor in 2004, he has served on the council since then. Now a member of Fianna Fáil, he is the owner of the Glendalough Hotel and is a member of a number of local boards and committees in his area, including the Joint Policing Committee.

Question Time

Q.

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

I am first time candidate with a proven record of community service with a life long business and employer background in tourism.

Q.

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

Abolish Irish Water and end the cuts to community and voluntary services.

Q.

What is your number one priority for your constituency?

Sustainable and long-term jobs in Wicklow. An IDA task force is needed for Wicklow and real supports for SME's to sustain and grow employment.

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