Elect Sadhbh O' Neill for Waterford
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Hi, my name is Sadhbh O' Neill and I'm running in the General Election on behalf of the Labour Party in the constituency of Waterford. As one of Ireland’s leading environmental activists, I am passionate about driving the changes we need to protect our environment and ensure a better - and fairer - future for all. I live in Waterford city, and have worked as a lecturer and campaigner for the past thirty years.
Despite Ireland’s wealth, many people are struggling to afford the things they need to survive and thrive. But current policies don’t address the underlying causes of inequality and poor quality infrastructure. The cost of living is still too high, Waterford UH still doesn’t have 24/7 cardiac care and people are struggling to access affordable housing, reliable public transport and childcare. Waterford is not getting its fair share of government investment in vital infrastructure.
I am running because I want to challenge the inertia in decision-making and to fight for inclusive, sustainable solutions for Waterford. I will fight for decent housing and public amenities for all.
- Warmer homes for all: a significant increase in social, affordable and private purchase homes linked to accessible public transport and funding to retrofit all local authority housing in Waterford by 2030 including simplified retrofitting grants that target those at risk of energy poverty.
- End traffic congestion and improve road safety with dedicated funds for active travel, footpath repairs and improved public transport connectivity for all towns and villages. I will propose a review of the PPP contract on the Waterford By-pass to free Waterford city of avoidable congestion and pollution.
- More visible policing on our streets, with enforcement focused on improving community safety and road safety for all road users.
- Expand capacity and tackle overcrowding at Waterford Hospital with more staff and beds. New jobs in sustainable food production, nature restoration, renewable energy, eco-tourism and the circular economy.
Check out my website at http://sadhbhoneill.com/
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