Kathleen Funchion is strictly concentrating on Dáil business

It was a mad dash from the count centre to the dance floor and back again for new TD Kathleen Funchion.

Kathleen Funchion is strictly concentrating on Dáil business

The first-time TD who won a seat in the Carlow-Kilkenny constituency for Sinn Féin is now hoping to make an impact in Leinster House by raising issues around childcare, housing, and health.

The Callan native was elected on the 10th count shortly after 11pm on Saturday.

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