Edward McFadden facts for kids
Edward McFadden (born 1862, died 1922) was an important Irish lawyer and politician. He came from Letterkenny in County Donegal, Ireland. Edward McFadden was known for his work helping people and for his role in Irish politics during a time of big changes.
He studied at St Eunan's Seminary in Letterkenny and later at the Catholic University of Ireland. After his studies, he became a solicitor, which is a type of lawyer who gives legal advice and prepares legal documents. He worked for local councils in Letterkenny and Milford, and also for a healthcare facility in Donegal. He also served as a coroner for the Kilmacrenan area, meaning he investigated deaths to find out their cause.
A Leader in Local Government
Edward McFadden played a big part in local government in County Donegal. He was the chairman of the Donegal County Council from 1899 to 1902. This council helps manage local services and decisions for the county.
He also served as the chairman of the Letterkenny Urban Council from 1898 to 1903. This council focused on the needs of the town of Letterkenny itself. Being a chairman meant he was a key leader in these important local groups.
Serving in Parliament
Edward McFadden also became a Member of Parliament (MP). An MP is someone elected by the public to represent them in the House of Commons. This is a major part of the government in the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Ireland, where laws are made.
He was elected as an MP for the East Donegal area. He belonged to the Irish Parliamentary Party. This party worked to gain more self-governance for Ireland within the United Kingdom. He won his seat in the 1900 general election. He served as an MP until 1906, when he chose not to run for re-election.
