Tribute paid to late councillors Anthony Waldron and John Naughten

In his maiden speech in Seanad Éireann, newly appointed Fine Gael Senator Gareth Scahill (Castlerea) paid a moving tribute to the late Councillor Anthony Waldron (Ballintubber). He also paid tribute to the late Councillor John Naughten (Drum) of Fine Gael, who passed tragically last October. He also paid tribute to the late Fine Gael politician John O’Mahoney.

Senator Scahill noted that Cllr Waldron was a community man whose legacy will live on. Cllr Waldron’s work as a community activist was noted by several Senators who paid their tributes to the late independent councillor in the Seanad today.

The independent councillor passed away unexpectedly on Sunday morning. Funeral details for the late Cllr Waldron are available here: https://rip.ie/death-notice/councillor-anthony-tony-waldron-mayo-aghamore-584897

You can watch Senator Scahill’s full maiden speech below.