Anne-Marie Ford elected to the Drogheda Rural LEA
Ms Ford said she decided to run because she was passionate about helping children with additional needs.
Anne-Marie Ford has been elected to the Drogheda Rural LEA coming second in the poll with 1312 votes.
The new Fine Gael candidate spoke to the Democratic upon being elected and spoke of being “a bit overwhelmed” with the result.
Ms Ford said she decided to run because she was passionate about helping children with additional needs.
“I want to make sure education and support is given to these children so they can reach their potential and they are given the best help to be the best they can be.
“Within the Fine Gael party you have Simon Harris at the head of it and… he has a brother Adam who is autistic, he understands the situation and I think he will be one who will help.”
On what looks like a positive day for Fine Gael in Louth she said: “Fine Gael were working really hard, they’re really hard workers from what I can see. I’ve only joined the party recently myself, but I like the party and I think they can help deliver for the people of Drogheda Rural.