• Fine Gael Senator (Nominated by the Taoiseach)
• Entered the Seanad on 30 January 2025 — General election
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Seanad: An tOrd Gnó (Atógáil) - Order of Business (Resumed) (22 Oct 2025)

“A few weeks ago, I called for additional support in the telephone allowance for older people. I called for it to cover broadband and to potentially become a communications allowance. Following recent storms, a number of households all over the country have been without electricity or water. At the same time, our providers are still applying standing charges to these people's bills. I do...”

Seanad: Domestic Violence (Free Travel Scheme) Bill 2025: Second Stage (22 Oct 2025)

“The Minister is welcome. I thank him for the opportunity to speak on the Domestic Violence (Free Travel Scheme) Bill 2025. I commend the Senators on bringing this Bill before us. It is a very simple, practical idea that could make a big difference in people's lives, especially to women and children trying to escape violence at home. I come from County Roscommon, one of the nine counties...”

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Education and Youth: Curriculum Reform at Senior Cycle: Discussion (Resumed) (22 Oct 2025)

“I thank all the speakers. As Mr. Ó Caoimh has not had as much time to speak as everyone else, I will start with him. I welcome his comment that the senior cycle must prepare us for more than exams; it must prepare us for life. It is a good line. He said in his statement that students deserved clear feedback, the opportunity to improve and a grading system that valued different kinds...”

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