John Dolan (politician)

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John Dolan (born 19 May 1956) is an Irish former Independent politician who served as a Senator for the Administrative Panel from April 2016 to March 2020. [1] He is the CEO of the Disability Federation of Ireland. [2] [3]

He holds a BA in Economics and English from University College Dublin, a qualifications in Philosophy from St. Patrick's College, Thurles and Personal Management from the National College of Industrial Relations.[ citation needed ]

He lost his seat at the 2020 Seanad election.[ citation needed ]

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References

  1. "John Dolan". Oireachtas Members Database. Archived from the original on 14 July 2019. Retrieved 14 July 2019.
  2. "Bringing Disability Inclusion To Where People Live" (PDF). John Dolan. Archived (PDF) from the original on 25 January 2017. Retrieved 28 April 2016.
  3. "Government Will Require Independent Support". RTÉ News . 28 April 2016. Archived from the original on 23 November 2017. Retrieved 28 April 2016.