Doyle Urges Constituents to Vote on May 24

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Doyle Urges Constituents to Vote on May 24

Tuesday, May 22 2007

In the final countdown to polling day, Cllr. Andrew Doyle, Fine Gael General Election candidate for Wicklow, is urging constituents in Co. Wicklow to exercise their democratic right and vote on May 24.

Cllr. Doyle says this election offers voters the opportunity to elect an alternative Government which will ensure the people of Wicklow have the quality of life they deserve in 21st Century Ireland.

He is also asking constituents to ensure that their ballot paper is correctly stamped by their returning officer to ensure the vote is not spoiled.

Cllr. Doyle is focused on a variety of local Wicklow issues for the upcoming General Election including:

The establishment of a proper public general hospital for Co. Wicklow. Wicklow, Carlow and Leitrim are the only counties nationwide which don’t have a proper fully equipped general public hospital. A ridiculous situation, when you consider that 126,194* people now reside in Co. Wicklow.

Free GP visits for every child under 5 and free health insurance for every child under 16

Further development of a Third Level Facility at Clermont Campus in Rathnew, Co. Wicklow

Ensuring construction begins as soon as possible on the final piece of the N11 corridor from Rathnew to Arklow before any more lives are lost on this lethal stretch of road.

A fair slice of exchequer funds to our Local Authority in order to run Co. Wicklow effectively

Working with the farming community and others to develop a comprehensive alternative energy package to reduce our dependence on fossils fuels and ensure that we live up to our Kyoto responsibilities

Cllr. Andrew Doyle says it is time for a change of Government:

“The people of Co. Wicklow know this Government won't do in the next five years what they haven't done in the past ten. They won't deliver health services that work. They won't make the streets safer. And they won't spend the people's money well. Their time is up. It's time for a change and we now have an opportunity to elect a government that keeps its word and delivers services that the people of Co. Wicklow need and deserve.”

Cllr Doyle is also asking constituents to ensure their vote is cast correctly to ensure it is not declared a spoiled vote:

“You will receive a voting card in the post but make sure to bring along with some form of identification such as a passport or driving licence to your local polling station. An official at the station will give you a ballot paper and pen, and you then go to an available booth. Please take the time to ensure that the ballot paper is properly stamped before you go to the booth, otherwise your vote may be deemed spoiled.”

“The ballot paper will list all the candidates alphabetically, and if will also have their picture and party logo. You rank by number who you would like to give your vote to in order of preference, including as many or as few of the names on the paper as you like. You then return to the official’s desk and place your vote in the ballot box.”

Andrew Doyle has been a Councillor for Wicklow since 1999 and was Chairman of Wicklow county Council for the 2005/6 term. During that time, Doyle has worked tirelessly for the people of Co. Wicklow. Some of the issues and projects he has been involved in include fighting to secure funding for the Glen of Immal/Wicklow Mountain rescue Team and Wicklow Uplands Council.

He played a leading role in enhancing community care in Wicklow and promised schemes for funding of local cemetery committees. Andrew has also promoted and supported responsible policy initiatives taken by Wicklow County Council, including provision of adequate employment, land and development of sustainable tourism.

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