Sinn Féin TD for Limerick, Maurice Quinlivan, has announced he will seek the party’s nomination to contest the Limerick Mayoral election.

Speaking this morning, Teachta Quinlivan said:

“Having given it serious consideration, I have decided to go forward to seek the party’s nomination for the Limerick Mayoral election.

“I want to be Mayor of Limerick to serve as a Mayor for all the people of Limerick.

“The people of Limerick need a voice who will stand up for Limerick, who will work hard to ensure that we get a fair deal from government and that our city and county work better for its people. That is what I am committed to delivering.

“I am proud to call Limerick home. I was born and raised here. My life experience here in the city gives me the experience to be a Mayor for all the people of Limerick. My track record in Limerick includes managing a business, serving as a councillor, a TD and party spokesperson, from Enterprise to workers’ rights, Trade and Employment.

“There is so much potential in Limerick. But this potential must be unlocked, by delivering meaningful change for the people who live and work here.

“People need to see change at University Hospital Limerick, so they can have confidence that they and their loved ones will get the quality healthcare they need, when they need it. People need affordable housing and an end to the housing crisis. People need to see regeneration of both our city and the county’s towns and villages through investment in our communities, a plan to deliver quality job opportunities and ensuring businesses and the tourism sector can thrive.

“People need to see change delivered. They need a Mayor with the track record and determination to ensure genuine and meaningful change for workers, families and communities across Limerick. As a Mayor for all the people of Limerick, I would work tirelessly to deliver this change.”