SF's Carthy TD selects Europe replacement

Sligo-based councillor, and Sinn Féin Ard Comhairle member, Chris MacManus, will replace Matt Carthy as the MEP for the Midlands North West constituency, it has been announced.
Chris, who has been a councillor for over 20 years, steps into the role after Matt was elected as a TD for Cavan Monaghan in the recent general election.
The Sligo native, who has been active in republican politics for nearly 20 years, was first elected to Sligo County Council in 1999 and, in 2016, narrowly missed out on getting a seat in the general election.
He has been involved in many local and national organisations and campaigns and has a reputation as a committed community worker. Chris organised the Yes Equality campaign in Co. Sligo in 2015, was one of the spokespersons for the Right2Water campaign in the county and is also active with the Northwest Palestinian Solidarity Committee.

Newly elected Deputy Carthy said: “I am thrilled that Chris is taking from me as the MEP for this constituency. He has been a dedicated republican and an outstanding public representative for more than 20 years and he brings a wealth of experience and knowledge, as well as a new perspective, to the role.
“I know he will be an excellent representative for all the people of the Midlands North West area and will continue to battle in Europe for workers, farmers and families in this constituency’.”