Michael Dolan is a first time candidate, contesting the election on behalf of Fianna Fáil in the Galway East constituency. Dolan is a qualified accountant and set up his own practice in 1985.

Policies

• I am an experienced businessman and community activist who understands the mistakes that have been made in the past, and the action that’s needed to move this country forward
• There are three key issues I believe should remain at the heart of politics: accountability, responsibility and common sense
• Politics in this country must change because society has changed

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