Waterford Election 2024: 11 questions with John Hayes (Sinn Fein)

Ahead of this weekend’s local elections the Waterford News & Star asked candidates to answer 11 quickfire questions to give the electorate a view of their priorities and what can be expected from them if elected.

Cath lab or airport?

Both and more

Specific problem in your own electoral ward you would like to see addressed?

Infrastructure play ground, sports facilities, leisure and performance facilities road signs the list goes on

What’s your favourite album or book?

'The Hobbit'

Why did you get into politics?

Frustration; I've been told everything is ok when it's obvious it's not.

What’s your proudest achievement?

My wife and kids

Potholes or cycle lanes – which would you invest in first?

There's always a hole to fill.

Tea or coffee?

Red lemonade, then tea, then coffee.

Your favourite blaa filling?

Butter.

Biggest political influence?

My wife.

Who makes the most dinners in your house?

The microwave.

What one thing would you most like to see change in Waterford during your term if elected?

To listen to what the people of Waterford are saying and do the work.