Ciaran Cannon TD - Galway East

Ciaran Cannon, TD

Ciaran Cannon is the Fine Gael spokesperson for Media, Arts and Culture. He is a TD representing Galway East. He served previously as Minister of State at the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade, with special responsibility for the Diaspora and International Development, and as Minister for Training & Skills at the Department of Education & Skills. He was elected to Dáil Éireann in February 2011.

Ciaran was first elected to Galway County Council in June 2004, to represent the Loughrea Electoral Area.

Following the 2007 General Election, An Taoiseach nominated him to Seanad Éireann.

Ciaran is an active member of the community in Carrabane. He has been the chairperson of the Carrabane Community Council and Scout Leader for the local Scout unit.

He has a strong interest in rural planning and has been instrumental in ensuring many improvements.

Ciaran was born in Kiltullagh, Athenry and he lives there with his wife Niamh and son Evan.
Every two years Ciaran cycles 600 miles for the Irish Pilgrimage Trust, a national charity caring for children and young people with disabilities.He was chosen as one of Galway’s People of the Year in March 2002.

News & Statements

Statement from Ciarán Cannon TD

“Following a career spanning twenty years, I have decided to leave politics and not contest the next General Election. I've enjoyed politics immensely and have been privileged to work alongside some very committed and talented people.

19th March 2024

Powers and resources need to be vested in an independent Road Safety Commissioner - Cannon

An independent Road Safety Commissioner is required to oversee Ireland’s road safety strategy implementation, as underscored by Liz O'Donnell, Chairperson of the Road Safety Authority today, a Fine Gael TD has said.

14th March 2024

Social media companies must raise account age limit here to a minimum of 16- Cannon

All social media companies must raise their account age limits to 16 to match the digital consent age here, according to Fine Gael TD Ciaran Cannon.

8th February 2024

Regional media must be included in public service funding - Cannon

Regional media must be part of any future discussion and decision by Government as regards the future funding and viability of public service broadcasting and journalism, a Fine Gael TD has said.

14th November 2023

Establishment of Road Safety Commissioner could help make our roads safer- Cannon

The establishment of a Road Safety Commissioner which is independent and has legislative powers could help make our roads safer, according to a Fine Gael TD.

30th October 2023

RTÉ’s Register of External Activities needed to restore public confidence – Cannon

The establishment of RTÉ’s Register of External Activities and a separate Register of Interests needs clear oversight and transparency to restore confidence, a Fine Gael TD has said.

29th August 2023

Crucial that RTE’s new Register of Interests is made public – Cannon

It is crucial that RTE’s new Register of Interests for any paid for external promotional or sponsorship work events undertaken by RTE on air staff be made available to the public, a Fine Gael TD has said.

8th August 2023

Dedicated grant scheme needed for maintenance of community playgrounds - Cannon

A dedicated grant scheme is needed for maintenance and upgrades of playgrounds for the benefit of children and young people in our communities, according to a Fine Gael TD.

1st August 2023