The recently formed new rural party, Independent Ireland has announced another recruit to run on behalf of the party in the local elections this year.
Cllr. Declan Geraghty has announced his decision to join Independent Ireland following in the footsteps of his constituency colleague Deputy Michael Fitzmaurice who has said he is “delighted” that Cllr. Geraghty is joining the party.
Cllr. Geraghty, the cathaoirleach of the Ballinasloe Municipal District, has been chosen to stand for election in the Ballinasloe Local Electoral Area (LEA) for the upcoming local elections on behalf of Independent Ireland.
Galway local elections
Husband and father, Declan Geraghty, initially took office following the 2019 Local Elections, marking the start of his contribution to public service.
He works with his business partner Michael Donnellan, heading up DG Roofing based in Williamstown, Co. Galway, providing employment for 22 staff.
He also holds a seat on the Joint Policing Committee.
According to Independent Ireland, Geraghty is “equally committed to ensuring access to social and affordable housing, aiming to secure a home for every resident in need within his community”.
Another focus for Cllr. Geraghty’s agenda is to enhance rural road conditions and encourage youth participation in politics.
Upon the announcement of his candidacy, Michael Collins TD, leader of Independent Ireland, expressed his enthusiasm for Cllr. Geraghty’s campaign: “Since his election to the Galway County Council in 2019, Declan has proven himself as an exemplary public servant and a pillar of his community.
“His entrepreneurial spirit, alongside his dedication to public service, evidenced by his local employment initiatives and his proactive approach to problem-solving, underscore his invaluable contribution to our party.
“We are excited and proud to welcome a candidate of Declan’s stature to our expanding team.”
Independent Ireland
Cllr. Geraghty joins the new political party following in the footsteps of his constituency colleague, Deputy Michael Fitzmaurice.
Deputy Fitzmaurice said he was “delighted” that Cllr. Geraghty was joining the party: “Declan is a fine example of what it means to be a local politician.
“With deep roots in the locality, Declan has worked hard since being elected in 2019 but has been a been a huge part of the local community as an employer and community organiser for decades.”
This is the second announcement by the new rural party of a candidate for the local elections.
Earlier this week, the party announced that former Fianna Fáil member, Cllr. Shane P O’Reilly would run on behalf of Independent Ireland in the Co. Cavan local elections.