Waterford councillor celebrates Peace Commissioner appointment

Councillor Declan Barry has been appointed a Peace Commissioner by the Department of Justice.

The Independent councillor for Waterford City East said he is proud of the appointment and that the way it will allow him to serve the community that elected him last year.

“It is a great honour to serve the people of Waterford as a public servant. And now I feel that I can be of even greater service to my community under my new role as a Peace Commissioner.

“It is a privilege to have been selected and I promise to carry out my duties to the highest standard possible,” said Cllr Barry.