Shónagh Ní Raghallaigh (born ) is an Irish

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(TD) for the Kildare South constituency since the

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Early and personal life

She has four children. She speaks fluent Irish. Before becoming a TD she was a primary school teacher. Ní Raghallaigh is involved in the

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chapter of the

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. She has

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(ADHD), which she was diagnosed with as an adult.

Political career

She was elected at the 2024 Kildare County Council election in June 2024. She served as a councillor until she was elected to the Dáil in November 2024.

Political views

On election to the Dáil, Ní Raghallaigh told ''

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'' "Promoting Gaeilge is a core priority for me. I believe the language is more than just a cultural treasure; it's a tool for connection and identity and it deserves a vibrant future". Ní Raghallaigh stated that she sees the Dáil as a "key platform to normalise Gaeilge and highlight its importance in modern Irish life" and that she wanted to "show that the language is for everyone, whether you're fluent or just learning". Ní Raghallaigh also told ''The Irish Times'' that she has ADHD and wants to advocate for women seeking mental health treatment. She was appointed as Sinn Féin's junior spokesperson on

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on 19 February 2025.

References

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