Meet Catherine

Catherine Murphy is a co-founder of the Social Democrats and a TD for Kildare North.

Catherine entered politics over 30 years ago as a town councillor for her local area, following years of community activism on a range of issues. She was first elected to Dáil Éireann in 2005 following a by-election in Kildare North.

Catherine is vocal on a wide range of issues, including institutional reform, climate change, planning sustainable communities, affordable housing and fighting for those most vulnerable in our society.

Tenacious, passionate, and always ready to stand up for what she believes in, Catherine has, and continues to be, a strong advocate for more accountability in politics and public life.

I believe in an Ireland where high quality public services, strong communities and a thriving economy combine to create a fairer society.

Catherine’s Priorities

  • Ensure solid governance and the establishment of an Anti-Corruption Agency.
  • Champion honest politics.
  • Invest in public services that serve the public.
  • Achieve a fair distribution of resources and services.
  • Ensure sustainable and proper planning.

Get in touch

catherine.murphy@oireachtas.ie

Dáil Éireann, Leinster House, Kildare Street, Dublin 2.

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