Cork based solicitor selected by Social Democrats to run in European elections

This represents the first time the party will contest an election in the Munster South constituency.

At a selection convention held recently Cork-based solicitor Susan Doyle was selected by the party as their candidate. Ms Doyle said she has spent her career working for better services and resources. “I am extremely excited to be standing as the Social Democrats European candidate. I have worked as a solicitor for more than a decade and opened my own legal practice in 2019, which focuses on housing, disability, immigration and discrimination. I have spent my career fighting for better services and resources for some of the most vulnerable members of our community.” “I love my work,” said Ms Doyle. “I would now like to bring my expertise to the European Parliament, where I will continue to fight every day to drive positive change at EU level. On issues like disability, climate action, migrant rights and housing, the EU could be an incredible force for good.

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“Sadly, that potential is not being realised because we do not have enough strong social democratic voices at the decision-making table. If elected as an MEP, I will stand up to vested interests, defend the rights of vulnerable members of our community and use every lever in my power to represent the interests of the people. Ireland, and the EU, desperately need change. This election is the chance to deliver it.” she added. Social Democrats leader Holly Cairns expressed her delight that Ms Doyle is running for the party in Ireland South. “I am delighted to have Susan running in the European elections as the Social Democrats candidate. Susan’s legal expertise, and her deep understanding of the issues facing us in Ireland South, would make her a strong voice for our communities in Europe.”

Ms Cairns said decisions made in Europe shape people’s daily lives. “What happens in Strasbourg or Brussels can feel very far removed from Ireland. The decisions made in Europe shape our daily lives - housing, childcare, public transport, agriculture, disability rights and immigration are all impacted by the laws passed in the European Parliament.”

"We have seen how beneficial Europe can be for Ireland and we have seen what happens when the wrong decisions are made. It is essential that we elect MEPs who will advocate for the needs of Ireland South and ensure that Europe is working to change Ireland for the better,” she added.