Former TD Katherine Zappone bids to return to politics in Seanad

Ms Zappone, a former TD for Dublin South-West, served as children's minister in the last Fine Gael-led government from 2016 to 2020
Former TD Katherine Zappone bids to return to politics in Seanad

Sixteen candidates were confirmed to be taking part in the Seanad elections on the University of Dublin panel, including Ms Zappone

Fri, 06 Dec, 2024 - 13:49
Paul Hosford, Deputy Political Editor

Former Children's Minister Katherine Zappone is seeking a return to politics, having been nominated for the Seanad elections.

Ms Zappone, a former TD for Dublin South-West, served as children's minister in the last Fine Gael-led government from 2016 to 2020.

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