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“Action Plan for Jobs” Ignores Long Terms Problems in Economy
Earlier this week we witnessed the Government (re)announce their much lauded “Action Plan for Jobs” in Naas, Co. Kildare. While on the face of it we’re made to believe that this is something we should be grateful for, once you start to examine the detail of the plan you can see that it lacks long term vision for the economy and it is very poor deal for local small and medium sized businesses. In fact, many independent commentators have criticised the plan for having very little detail on specifics at all. The bulk of the Government’s economic policy has been geared towards attracting multi-national corporates (who are now currently under fire for paying very little tax).
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Contesting the General Election in Kildare North
It was a huge honour to be selected recently as the Fianna Fáil candidate to contest the next general election in North Kildare. It was a real contest with almost a full house of the eligible membership and a real democratic exercise showing a rejuvenated organisation. Commiserations to Cllr. O’Rourke who put in a really strong campaign as well. I look forward to meeting and engaging with the whole constituency in the coming months. In 2011 we were promised a whirlwind of change. In Kildare with 5 out of the 7 TDs Government TDs, we have been certainly let down. If elected at the next general election in Kildare North, I will be looking to challenge this political malaise that currently exists.
Seeking Nomination for General Election
On Monday 12th January 2015 I announced my intention to seek the Fianna Fáil nomination for Kildare North in the next General Election. Speaking at a meeting of our local organisation in Sallins, I was grateful for overwhelming support from both the public and party members.
Kildare North needs jobs, houses, investment and infrastructure and solutions at local and national levels. Having three out of four government TDs has been no help and it’s time for a fresh, constructive and challenging look at politics for Kildare North and nationally. I would relish the opportunity to contribute to building a new politics in this country and building a better future for Kildare.
Ultimately the local party members will decide on which candidate they want to represent them in the near future. I look forward to the challenge ahead. Tús maith leath na hoibre!