Michael Moynihan: ‘You’re not going to effect change from within the council chamber’

Fiona Ryan resigned her seat on Cork City Council in May. Picture: Denis Minihane

When Fiona Ryan resigned her seat on Cork City Council in May it took many people by surprise. Ryan was a vocal and visible presence in local politics, and the People Before Profit/Solidarity councillor looked set for a bright career.

When she stepped down, Ryan cited surgeries, a difficult pregnancy, and parenting as contributing to her decision, though she hasn’t ruled out a return to politics.