Domnick Connolly (Fine Gael), Athlone - Roscommon

We sent a questionnaire to all 10 candidates running in the Athlone Electoral Area in the forthcoming Roscommon County Council election. The responses are published in print in this week's Westmeath Independent.

NAME: Domnick Connolly

ADDRESS: Moyliss, Fuerty, Roscommon.

PARTY: Fine Gael

SPECIAL AREAS OF INTEREST:

Flooding in South Roscommon especially Lough Funshinagh. Traffic management entering and exiting Barrymore, Hodson Bay, Moyvannion and St Brigid's GAA pitch. Upkeep of all roads in the area and verge trimming.

WHY ARE YOU RUNNING IN THIS ELECTION?

I am running in this election as I like helping people and getting involved in local clubs and communities.

WHAT ARE THE TWO BIGGEST ISSUES IN YOUR AREA?

Flooding, migration and farming.

WHO DO YOU MOST ADMIRE AND WHY?

Simon Harris, as I think he will make a good Taoiseach and he is very dedicated to the job.

TELL US SOMETHING PEOPLE MAY NOT KNOW ABOUT YOU:

I have a keen interest in acting and performing on stage, and I recently took part in Fuerty GAA Lip Sync fundraiser.