Rory Hearne takes housing as Social Democrats announce spokespeople

Following Mr Hearne's election in November, it was announced on Thursday that the Maynooth University lecturer — who has written a book on housing policy — will take over the brief

(Left to right) Aidan Farrelly, Padraig Rice, Jennifer Whitmore, Deputy leader Cian O’Callaghan, Gary Gannon, Sinead Gibney, Rory Hearne, and Eoin Hayes at the Social Democrats press briefing at Leinster House today. Picture: Stephen Collins/Collins Photos

Housing lecturer Rory Hearne will take over as the Social Democrats' housing spokesperson, the party has confirmed.

Deputy leader Cian O'Callaghan has been the party's spokesperson on the issue and has been widely praised for his knowledge and grasp of the subject.