Róisín Shortall
Róisín Shortall is a prominent Irish politician and a former joint leader of the Social Democrats. Known for her strong advocacy on health and social issues, she has served as a TD for Dublin North-West since 2011. Shortall has a background in public health and has been an influential voice in Irish politics, particularly on matters related to healthcare reform and social justice. Recently, she has been mentioned in discussions among left-wing parties regarding a potential joint candidate for the upcoming presidential election.
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Róisin Shortall criticized the lobbying bodies for having undue access to Ministers and influential politicians.
How much do landlords in Ireland really earn? You might be surprised – The Irish Times
Ireland· 2025-08-02
Róisín Shortall is a former Social Democrats co-leader who is not interested in running for the presidency.
Taoiseach attends two summits as tensions over Ukraine and Gaza escalate – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-03-06
Róisín Shortall has indicated she is not interested in being a consensus candidate backed by left-wing parties for the presidency.
Róisín Shortall tells former colleagues she has no interest in running for presidency – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-03-05
The names that have cropped up are former Social Democrats co-leader Róisín Shortall.
Taoiseach and Starmer meet; Trump’s 99-minute speech – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-03-05
Róisín Shortall is a former joint leader of the Social Democrats who is suggested to have support within the party.
Left-wing parties intensify discussions on joint candidate for presidential election – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-03-05
