David Cullinane - Sinn Féin
David Cullinane is the Sinn Féin TD for Waterford. He is a father of two young boys, Emmet and Finn. David is the party Spokesperson on Communications, Environment and Climate Action. He is also a member of the Dáil’s Public Accounts Committee.
David has proven himself to be a strong voice for Waterford on health, housing, investment for the Southeast, job security and fair wages. Nationally he has been at the heart of holding Government Departments to account as a robust member of the PAC.
David is a champion for Waterford and for hard working families. He is an advocate for social and climate justice and works for a fairer and more just society. He stands up for Waterford and for working families. He is a United Irelander and will play his part in building a new and United Ireland.
Key Campaign Issues For David:
- Delivery of a second Cath Lab and 24/7 emergency cardiac care for the Southeast
- More investment and capacity at University Hospital Waterford
- An ambitious council led house building programme that meets housing needs and increase the supply of affordable homes
- Cut rents by up to €1,500 a year through a tax refund and freezing rents
- Tacking insurance costs by holding the insurance industry to account
- A University for the South East
- Investment in Waterford Airport and delivery of the runway extension
- Development of the North Quays and investment in towns and villages
- Improvements in mental health and psychiatric services in Waterford City and County
- Additional investment and supports for adults and children with a disability
- Robust Local and National Plans to combat climate change with an emphasis on public transport and retrofitting homes
- A plan to revitalise Waterford City Centre and create vibrant towns across the county
- More resources for rural communities in maintaining post offices, keeping Garda Stations open and creating vibrant rural communities
- Plan for a United Ireland and the publication of a White Paper on Irish Unity
