Pauric Clerkin

I currently live in Tydavnet, a small and thriving rural community in North Monaghan. I’m 32 years old and I’m married to Laura, and we have a young son together.

I’m employed as a Parliamentary Assistant with Minister for Social Protection and Rural & Community Development Heather Humphreys T.D. Prior to my current role, I worked as a Journalist and Media Tutor in Ireland and Scotland.

Community is very close to my heart, I volunteer with my local soccer club, where I hold the position as Chairperson. I helped create a youth academy within Killylough F.C to support young people in our community with their social development and to continue living active and healthy lifestyles.

Priorities for Pauric

• Address the services and infrastructural needs of our rural town and villages to keep pace with our increasing population.
• Campaign for further mental health supports for young people within our county.
• Address increased need for childcare services for families and recreational facilities/groups for children and young people.
• Ensure local businesses get the necessary supports required to sustain their business and create more local employment.
• Support our farmers in these challenging times and help maintain an active, vibrant, safe rural community
• Campaign for more funding to improve and enhance local Community facilities.
• Promote tourism in the Monaghan area and ensure adequate investment is secured
• Be a strong voice for the Monaghan Local Electoral Area