Michael Ryan will be contesting his first election. He is running as an Independent in Dublin Mid West. Ryan emigrated to the UK 15 years ago and now commutes between Dublin and London.

Policies

• Bring Irish Government salaries in line with comparable EU economies
• Reduce the number of TDs by 25%
• No Dail pensions payable until retirement age
• Encourage emigrants to take an active part in Ireland's future by giving the vote to the diaspora
• Create a culture of volunteering where people can take a direct roll in improving the country's fortunes

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