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Cathy Mason is an energetic and effective public representative and is widely recognised as a strong voice for her community.
Elected to Newry, Mourne & Down Council in 2019, Cathy has championed equality of services for rural residents. She has delivered suicide & addiction workshops in Drumaness; secured a much needed roads resurfacing scheme in Loughinisland; and a new play park in Teconnaught.
On her appointment as Chairperson of Council this year, Cathy has prioritised mental health as she continues to fight for acute services to be retained and enhanced in Downpatrick.
Significantly she also secured much needed financial support for local workers & businesses who have suffered from poor mental health due to the Covid-19 pandemic.
As a young mum Cathy enjoys spending time with her family away from political life, and is still a playing member and Camogie coach with the newly established St Kevins GAC.
Latest news from Cathy
Mason calls for action on costs of transport for schools
Sinn Féin MLA Cathy Mason has said the rising costs of transport for schools means children will miss out on important activities. The South Down MLA said: "Principals have been in contact with me in recent days raising their concern at the hikes in bus hire costs....
Education minister must publish timeline for delivery of childcare strategy – Mason
Sinn Féin MLA Cathy Mason has called on the education minister to provide a timeline to deliver high quality and affordable childcare. The party’s childcare and early years spokesperson said: “Cutting childcare costs and delivering high quality, affordable childcare...
Education Minister must get on with delivering fair pay for all education workers – Mason
Sinn Féin MLA Cathy Mason has said the Education Minister must get on with the job of paying education workers fairly. The South Down MLA said: “This morning I met with unions who represent workers right across our education system. “These workers keep our schools...