Speech to Parnell Summer School on Criminal Justice System

Please see below a transcript of my speech: I am delighted to be here and it is great to be back. Thank you for asking me to speak on this highly interesting and relevant theme. Criminal law is one of the most intellectually challenging, complex and profound aspects of justice Continue Reading →

State of the art national forensics laboratory for Celbridge

It is very welcome news that tenders have been issued for the building of a new forensics laboratory which will see a €60 million investment in the site in Backweston, Celbridge. When completed this project will deliver a respected and admired laboratory to investigate DNA in line with international standards Continue Reading →

With A.G.S.I General Secretary outside Government Buildings

I was delighted to lend my support to members of the Association of Garda Sergeants and Inspectors (A.G.S.I) outside Government Buildings recently. In particular it was great to meet up with General Secretary and Eadestown resident John Jacob to listen to concerns of members. Steps need to be taken to Continue Reading →

Policy Priorities

Here are some of my main policy priorities I would pursue if elected to Dáil Éireann. I’ve been outspoken on these issues over the years, however, there is only a limited amount I can achieve as a local community activist and county councillor. Most of these issues need to be Continue Reading →

General Election Campaign Underway in Kildare North

The campaign to elect the next Dáil is now officially underway. Polling takes place on Friday 26th February 2016. I am running to win a seat in Kildare North and I am asking voters in the constituency to give me their number 1 vote. I’ve met many voters over the Continue Reading →