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Candidates 2011

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      Dinny McGinley

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      Party: Fine Gael
      Constituency: Donegal South West
      Date of Birth: 27/04/1945

      Fine Gael's Dinny McGinley is seeking re-election for a nineth successive term as a deputy for Donegal South-West. The 65-year-old was first elected to Dáil Eireann in February 1982 and has been returned by the three-seat constituency at every subsequent election. McGinley has held a wide range of front bench positions during his time in Leinster House. He is currently Fine Gael's Deputy Spokesperson on Community, Equality and Gaeltacht Affairs.



       

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      In 2006, McGinley announced his intention to retire from politics. He subsequently changed his mind after he became concerned at the strength of the Fine Gael ticket in the constituency.


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