Green Party councillor Pippa Hackett elected to Seanad

The newest member of the Seanad has promised to represent farmers who want a new vision for agriculture in Ireland that is in tune with the environment and biodiversity.

Green Party councillor Pippa Hackett elected to Seanad
Fri, 01 Nov, 2019 - 17:01
Elaine Loughlin

Green Party councillor Pippa Hackett has been elected to fill the Seanad vacancy left by MEP Grace O'Sullivan.

The newest member of the Seanad has promised to represent farmers who want a new vision for agriculture in Ireland that is in tune with the environment and biodiversity.

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