Shane Moynihan has been a South Dublin County councillor since 2019. His priorities include more Gardaí in his area, affordable housing, tackling anti-social behaviour, childcare and a stronger public transport system.

As someone living and raising my children in the community of Dublin Mid-West, my decision to run in this election stems from a deep commitment to the place I call home. I understand the challenges that people here face and the importance of a strong voice that truly reflects our values and needs. By bringing my passion for public service and my experience as someone living in the constituency, I aim to address the issues that matter most to us—such as public transport, housing, education and accessible and affordable childcare. Ultimately, I am running in this election to make a difference for our community and to ensure that the next generation grows up in an even better Dublin Mid-West.

Housing. We’ve made a lot of progress over the last five years but I know not everyone is feeling it yet. We have a plan to ramp up home building with significant investment in water, roads and other essential infrastructure to deliver 50,000 a year and up to 60,000 by 2023. Supply is everything and the Fianna Fáil plan will ramp that up. Public transport is also coming up on practically every door I knock on. Here in Dublin Mid-West we are heavily dependent on bus services that are either full or don’t show up. People in Dublin Mid-West need better bus services and more choice when it comes to public transport.

I would use it to launch the campaign for a Lucan Luas. I have searched the Dáil record and was astonished to find it has been raised only once over the last five years. We need a Luas in Lucan and I will lead the campaign to get one.