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John O’Dowd is originally from the parish of Tullylish, he is married with three young children. A former Minister of Education he has held several high profile posts in his 25 years as an elected representative and is currently Sinn Fein’s Assembly Chief Whip.
He has a record of delivery, including new school builds and youth facilities across Upper Bann. He continues to have a strong interest in education sitting on the Board of Governors of a large Post Primary school.
John has been to the fore front in supporting workers and families by helping to sustain and create new jobs. He has a vision for Upper Bann as a thriving economic hub with good jobs, situated as it is on the main road and rail networks on the island of Ireland including access to the ports serving Britain and Europe. John has the abilities needed to deliver prosperity and peace for all the people of Upper Bann.
Latest news from John
Confirmation people in the north will not receive £600 energy payment until after Christmas “devastating” for workers and families – O’Dowd
Sinn Féin MLA John O’Dowd has said confirmation that people in the north will not receive the £600 energy payment until after Christmas is devastating news for workers and families who are struggling.
O’Dowd welcomes business leaders calls for restoration of Executive
Sinn Féin MLA John O'Dowd has welcomed a call by business leaders calling for the restoration of the Executive.Speaking following the call from business leaders, the Upper Bann MLA said:“Businesses and workers need clarity and certainty at this time, not...
O’Dowd calls for action to tackle fresh hike to electricity prices
Sinn Féin’s John O'Dowd has called on the Utility Regulator to step in and tackle the latest increase of 30% in electricity bills that is being proposed by Electric Ireland in May. John O’Dowd said:“Over 100,000 people who get power from Electric Ireland are...