Dublin: Socialist TD calls for water tax boycott

The newly elected TD for Dublin West has claimed her victory in the by-election, combined with a strong showing by left-wing candidates in the European and local elections, will cause damage to the Government.

Ruth Coppinger of the Socialist Party said her election would add further pressure on the Coalition’s efforts to impose water charges — an issue she stressed was a major concern for voters on the doorsteps.

In the wake of her victory and dismal performances by Fine Gael and Labour in the by-election, Ms Coppinger called for a mass campaign of non-payment against water charges when the first bills are issued next year.