Cllr William Aird

Willie Aird is a farmer and public representative from Portlaoise. He has been a Fine Gael public representative since 1979, when he was first elected to Portlaoise Town Commission, as the then youngest Fine Gael Public representative in Ireland. Following his election to Laois County Council and Portlaoise Town Commission in 1985, he has successfully contested each election since, topping the poll in the Portlaoise Electoral Area in the last five elections. Willie has served as a member of the General Council of County Councils, the Midlands Health Board, the Health Service Executive and the Laois Offaly Education and Training Board. Willie is passionate about public representation. He believes in our collective ability and strength to work together and deliver for our County. He works to make a positive impact for the people he represents. He is totally committed to working to make a real difference for County Laois in Dáil Éireann.

He has a proven track record of delivery. Accessibility and accountability are the cornerstones of effective representation and Willie has always made it his priority to be available to hear peoples’ concerns. He is a tireless advocate of finding solutions for issues related to planning, housing, employment, anti-social behaviour, roads and transport, health, education and recreation facilities. Willie has a clear vision for the future of our County Laois, one that is built on prosperity, sustainability and inclusivity for all.