Doyle to seek Fine Gael nomination for Ireland South in upcoming European Elections

Minister of State for Food, Forestry and Horticulture, Andrew Doyle has announced he is seeking the Fine Gael nomination for Ireland South in upcoming the European Elections.

Minister Doyle said: “Brexit has demonstrated to all Irish people the fundamental role the European project plays on this island.

“At this vital time, I believe it is extremely important that all sections of Irish society are represented effectively at European level.

“Over the past 3 years as Minister of State, I have been heavily involved in the governments Brexit preparations within the Department of Agriculture.

“I have represented the Irish government, meeting with delegations from our European partners and further afield, as we attempt to open up new markets to Irish produce.

“I delivered Ireland’s national statement to the High Level Political Forum for Sustainable Development and met with representatives of the World Food Programme to discuss challenges facing that organisation and how they can support implementation of the Sustainable Development Goals agreed by the United Nations.

“I have also chaired meetings at Conference of the United Nations Food and Agriculture Organisation, which focused on climate change, agriculture and food security.

“I believe I have the experience to make an impact at European level from day one, which is why I am putting myself forward for nomination.

“I have been a member of Fine Gael since 1983, during that time our country has changed considerably, however the core tenants of the party – equality of opportunity, free enterprise and reward, security, integrity and hope – remain the same.

“It has been the honour of a lifetime to serve in government under Taoisigh, Enda Kenny and Leo Varadkar, and now it would be my privilege to represent Ireland and Fine Gael in the European Parliament,” Minister Doyle said.

Fine Gael will hold their Ireland South constituency selection convention on Sunday, March 3^rd in Clonmel, County Tipperary.