Pat the Cope Gallagher
IrelandpoliticianMale6.0Global Dominance: 0.00%Pat the Cope Gallagher is a seasoned Irish politician and former Member of the European Parliament (MEP) who has recently expressed interest in seeking the Fianna Fáil nomination for the upcoming presidential election. At 77 years old, Gallagher has a long history in politics, having previously served in the Dáil and gained recognition for his ability to attract support across various regions of Ireland. Following a resurgence in his political career with the regaining of his Dáil seat in the 2020 general election, he is now considering a presidential bid amid growing support from grassroots activists in Donegal.
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Pat the Cope Gallagher is one of the signatories of the letter regarding the triple lock.
Plans to scrap triple lock constitute ‘fundamental change’ to Fianna Fáil policy, party told – The Irish TimesIreland· 2026-06-21
Pat the Cope Gallagher warned 'this is not over'; others among the rebels remain just as committed as before to changing the leader.
Dust settles on Fianna Fáil report, but Micheál Martin would be unwise to think danger is over – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-12-17
Pat the Cope Gallagher was said to be the strongest objector during the meeting.
Taoiseach strongly defends his leadership after Gavin report published – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-12-17
Pat the Cope Gallagher expressed his priority to get more guards into rural stations in his constituency.
Almost €1bn paid to private operators to accommodate asylum seekers last year – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-10-21
He is a former Irish MEP who added his name to the letter.
More than 100 former MEPs urge EU to suspend association agreement with Israel – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-08-11
Donegal TD Pat the Cope Gallagher has also been mentioned as a potential candidate.
Fianna Fáil decision on presidential candidate a long time coming – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-07-27
Fianna Fáil TD Pat 'the Cope' Gallagher says he lives 'a stone’s throw' from the estate and is not aware of any antisocial behaviour at the site.
The sinking of a housing estate built on a peat bog – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-07-15
Pat the Cope Gallagher is a backbencher who is willing to volunteer for the presidency.
‘Disco pants’ Niall Quinn could be just the Áras ticket for Fianna Fáil – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-07-12
Pat the Cope Gallagher has said he is considering seeking the Fianna Fáil nomination to contest the election.
Catherine Connolly says she plans to launch presidential election bid next week – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-07-11
