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My Work

Much of my work takes place in Europe where I spend the majority of my time representing the interests of Irish and European citizens in the European Parliament. 

I am aligned with ALDE, the Alliance of Liberals and Democrats for Europe, which comprises MEPs from 22 Member States. ALDE stands for individual liberty, a free and dynamic business culture, economic and social solidarity, sustainability in taking actions, protection of the environment and respect and tolerance for cultural, religious and linguistic diversity.


I sit on a number of committees in the European Parliament.  I also take a particular interest in issues and initiatives concerning volunteering, carers and cancer care.


My normal work programme is to travel to Brussels or Strasbourg on a Sunday or Monday and return on Thursday evening or Friday.  I am in my office in Sligo on Friday and Saturday dealing with a huge range of issues raised by constituents from throughout the North and West constituency.

I also hold clinics in my office and conduct one to one meetings which constituents have organised with my full time staff.  I also hold clinics throughout the constituency which I try to co-ordinate with visit to areas or other business.  Apart from advertised clinics you can arrange a meeting with me by contacting my office in Sligo.  Contact details