Mary Butler to contest 2024 general election
Billy Kelleher MEP, Minister Mary Butler and Cllr Adam Wyse.
Minister of State Mary Butler has been chosen to contest the upcoming general election for Fianna Fáil in Waterford.
Minister Butler was formally selected at the party's convention at Lawlor's Hotel, Dungarvan, on Thursday evening, August 22.
Councillor Adam Wyse also contested the selection convention.
Minister Butler, who is the Minister of State for Mental Health and Older People, received 135 votes, while Cllr Wyse received 35.
Cllr Wyse offered warm congratulations to Minister Butler, commenting: “I want to extend my sincere congratulations to Mary, her family, her supporters and wish her the very best of luck in the general election. I also want to express my heartfelt thanks to everyone who supported me during this campaign, and to those who sent kind messages."
MEP Billy Kelleher chaired the convention and afterwards commented: “Congrats to my great friend and top class Minister Mary Butler TD, on her win. Mary has been a wonderful colleague and a great public representative. Special mention to Cllr Adam Wyse for putting his name forward.”
Mary thanked her party for choosing her, saying: "My 10 years in politics has brought many firsts for me, but it is this support team, you the members, your dedication in canvassing, putting up posters, delivering leaflets which enabled me to have those firsts.
"Your trust, your support, and your belief in our shared vision for Waterford Fianna Fáil drive me every single day."
She continued: “Throughout my political career, one thing has remained clear: Waterford thrives under Fianna Fáil leadership. Time and again, we have demonstrated our commitment to the people of this great county, delivering real, tangible results that have made a difference in the lives of our citizens."
