Eimer Conlon
It is time we stand for up progressive values and push Sligo County Council in a more forward-looking, environmentally conscious direction that reflects the concerns of our communities.
As your representative for Ballymote-Tubbercurry, I will champion an inclusive, community-led approach to local politics that tackles the core challenges facing our area such as biodiversity loss, brain drain and economic decline.
Protect, preserve and promote areas of cultural and historical significance - we are so lucky to have sites like Carrowkeel Megalithic Tombs, the Caves of Keash and Aughris Head at our doorstop and it is essential that these sites are properly invested in, looked after and made reachable by public transport. This will help attract sustainable tourism to rural Sligo.
Support small farmers in diversifying - the current climate crisis poses an existential threat to farmers. I would ensure these farmers are given the supports necessary to incorporate tillage, forestry and horticulture and adopt sustainable farming methods.
Rejuvenation of rural communities - I would work to ensure that community initiatives, small businesses and our burgeoning arts industry are invested in and supported so that our vibrant rural communities can thrive.
Experience
I currently work as a communications officer for an environmental think-tank. I am a recent Politics, International Relations and German graduate from University College Dublin. I grew up in Ballymote, attended Coláiste Muire secondary school and was heavily involved in my local GAA and soccer clubs. I spent the summer interning in the United States Senate with Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer as part of the Washington Ireland Program.
