Gary Gannon
Gary Gannon is a member of the Social Democrats and a TD representing Dublin Central. He is known for his focus on social justice and environmental issues. Gannon made headlines during a recent Dáil debate on artificial intelligence, where he challenged the arguments of other deputies regarding regulation.
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Gary Gannon listed the ingredients for the Social Democrats' success after the byelections.
Social Democrats are attuned to the recycling young Gaelscoil parents – not so much lefty as modern – The Irish Times
Ireland· 2026-05-29
Gary Gannon, the party’s spokesman on justice, falsely claimed a daily schedule related to Alan Shatter.
Social Democrats apologise to former justice minister over false Epstein files accusation – The Irish TimesIreland· 2026-02-13
He provided the figures in a response to a parliamentary question from Social Democrats TD Gary Gannon.
No space for up to 400 asylum seekers in January amid persistent system pressure – The Irish TimesIreland· 2026-02-08
Gary Gannon spoke of Siobhán Lynch's extraordinary courage during the Dáil discussions.
Death of Grace Lynch jolts Micheál Martin into promise of prompt action – The Irish TimesIreland· 2026-01-28
Gary Gannon expressed pride in discussing the animal welfare Bill and his own dog.
Dáil deputies make their love for dogs (and cats) known in emotional animal welfare debate – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-12-11
Social Democrats justice spokesman Gary Gannon said he was 'cynically trying to blame vulnerable people'.
Security review of asylum seeker accommodation to be carried out ‘speedily’ – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-11-02
Gary Gannon criticized Simon Harris for his comments on immigration.
Simon Harris accused of ‘going down the Nigel Farage route’ over immigration comments – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-10-30
Gary Gannon is a Social Democrats TD who was admired by a young supporter of Catherine Connolly.
Scrums at Dublin city centre canvass as party leaders turn out for Connolly’s campaign – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-10-05
Gary Gannon said she had served her prison sentence and should not have been precluded on that basis.
Catherine Connolly defends move to hire woman with Special Criminal Court conviction – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-10-02
Social Democrats TD Gary Gannon said that his party would oppose the measure, which Mr Gannon described as a 'right-wing dog whistle dressed up as efficiency.'
Taoiseach says move to pay asylum seekers to drop claims and leave ‘makes sense’ – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-09-28Gary Gannon spotted Eoin Hayes looking lost in the chamber and beckoned him to sit with the rest of the Soc Dem TDs.
On Dáil’s first day back, Eoin Hayes looked lost and unsure where to sit – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-09-17
Gary Gannon said he believed no EU financial institution 'should be involved in raising funds which are used to annihilate innocent civilians'.
Central Bank of Ireland confirms it will no longer approve sale of Israeli ‘war bonds’ – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-09-01
Social Democrats TD Gary Gannon told protesters he would be taking a legal case against the Central Bank over the issue.
Thousands attend pro-Palestine march in Dublin – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-07-19
Gary Gannon TD emphasized the importance of the General Post Office as a physical foundation of the Republic.
Let’s give Dublin back its Champs-Élysées and turn the GPO into apartments – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-07-14
Gary Gannon is a member of the Social Democrats who spoke about men's violence against women.
New sheriff Jim O’Callaghan took Leaders’ Questions. Expectations were modest… – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-06-26
She also wrote to the Attorney General, along with her party colleague Gary Gannon.
AG says he cannot help on legal query over Shannon flights that may aid Israel’s Gaza war – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-06-21
Gary Gannon is a Social Democrats TD who raised concerns about the deportation of children from Ireland.
Afghans among 197 children deported from Ireland so far this year – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-06-19Gary Gannon called for a temporary restriction zone over Glasnevin.
don’t look up – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-06-14
Social Democrats TD Gary Gannon criticized the Israeli bonds prospectus advertisement during a Dáil debate.
Government defeats motion to end Central Bank’s facilitation of Israeli bond sales – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-06-11
Social Democrats TD Gary Gannon warned of the growing noise disturbance and intrusion on privacy because of the failure to regulate the increased use of commercial drones.
‘Dystopian future’ warning as noise of commercial drone ‘delivering burgers, lattes’ played in Dáil – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-06-11
Gary Gannon, a Social Democrats TD, sought figures on the numbers of IPAS contracts that were ending following a media interview given by Jim O’Callaghan.
Seven international protection accommodation contracts terminated in first four months of 2025 – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-06-05Social Democrats TD Gary Gannon sought figures on the numbers of IPAS contracts that were ending following a media interview given by Jim O’Callaghan.
Eight international protection accommodation contracts terminated in first four months of 2024 – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-06-05He is a TD who was present during Eoin Hayes' maiden speech.
Dismay among RTÉ staffers as broadcaster hires actors to play journalists in ‘make-believe’ ad campaign – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-05-24
Gary Gannon is a member of the Social Democrats who supported Cara Darmody's call for a legal requirement for assessment of needs.
It’s a strange day in the Dáil when a schoolgirl makes the Government squirm with embarrassment – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-05-21
Gary Gannon criticized the Government for deviating from the Housing Commission’s approach regarding the new office.
Fianna Fáil says salary for head of housing activation office will not be ‘anywhere near’ €430,000 – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-05-04
Gary Gannon will head the Committee on Drug Use.
Oireachtas committee chair appointments under way ahead of Dáil return next week – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-04-24
Mr Gannon also criticised the arrests as unacceptable.
Mothers arrested during Gaza protest after Leinster House entrance blocked – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-03-31
Social Democrats TD Gary Gannon began his topical issue with reference to the row by saying the Government was attempting to restrict 'my ability to come in and speak for my constituency'.
Mary Lou McDonald tells Verona Murphy the Opposition has lost confidence in her as Ceann Comhairle – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-03-26
Gary Gannon began his topical issue with reference to the row by saying the Government was attempting to restrict his ability to come in and speak for his constituency.
Opposition leaders meet to decide on no confidence motion in Ceann Comhairle after chaotic Dáil scenes – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-03-26
Social Democrats TD for Dublin Central Gary Gannon said his party would 'make our voices heard'.
Opposition to ‘fight tooth and nail’ against Government plan for speaking rights – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-03-25