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Meet Sinéad I’m Sinéad Gibney, the Social Democrats TD for Dublin Rathdown. I became a politician because I believe we should all have a roof over our heads, be looked after when we’re sick, and receive support when we need it, regardless of means, and I don’t think those things will be delivered with our […]

Meet Rory I’m Rory Hearne, the Social Democrats TD Dublin North-West. I have been elected to replace Róisín Shortall TD, as your Social Democrats candidate for Dublin North-West. My wife and I have lived on Dublin’s Northside for over 20 years. I’m a father of four children and I believe in an Ireland where every […]

Meet Liam I’m Liam Quaide, the Social Democrats TD for Cork East. I’ve been a Councillor with the East Cork Municipal District since 2019. I am also a clinical psychologist and have worked for many years with Community Adult Mental Health teams, and more recently in hospital outpatient services. After becoming a parent I was […]

Meet Pádraig I’m Pádraig Rice, the Social Democrats TD in Cork South-Central. I ran in the general election because I believe it’s time for change. I live in Ballyphehane and work as a Policy and Research Manager and human rights campaigner. I have a Law degree and BSc from UCC and a Master’s Degree in […]

Meet Jen Jen Cummins is a TD for Dublin South-Central. A passionate advocate for education and youth work, Jen has worked as a youth worker, youth arts worker and as the Coordinator of Ballymun Anseo School Completion Programme, supporting students in DEIS schools. She recently earned a Doctorate in Education, from DCU. Her research focused […]

Meet Aidan I’m Aidan Farrelly, the Social Democrats TD for Kildare North. I am married to Aisling and have three children: Ella (16), Tadhg (13) and Cillian (9). I have been a professional youth worker and community development worker in Kildare for 16 years. Working with young people and in communities inspired me to successfully […]

Meet Gary Gary Gannon is a TD for Dublin Central. Throughout his career in politics, which includes six years as a Dublin City Councillor representing the North Inner City and a candidacy for the European Parliament, Gary has focused on pursuing equality of opportunity in education, the provision of adequate services for those in need, […]

Meet Jennifer Jennifer Whitmore is a TD for Wicklow. With a background in ecology, marine science and environmental law, Jennifer believes that we need delivery on climate action now and should use every opportunity at our disposal to effect positive change in this area. Before entering politics, Jennifer spent ten years in Australia as a […]

Meet Holly Holly Cairns is Leader of the Social Democrats and a TD for Cork South-West. Holly is the youngest party leader in the Dáil. Like so many of her generation, Holly was forced to emigrate after the financial crash. She worked in disability services abroad before moving home to take on her family farm […]

Meet Cian Cian O’Callaghan is Deputy Leader of the Social Democrats and a TD for Dublin Bay North. Cian was first elected to Dáil Eireann in 2020 having represented his local community as a councillor since 2009. As housing spokesperson, Cian’s top priority was tackling the housing and homelessness crisis. He has consistently held the […]