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Pat Moylan
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| Cathaoirleach of Seanad Éireann | |
| In office 13 September 2007 – 25 May 2011 |
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| Preceded by | Rory Kiely |
| Succeeded by | Paddy Burke |
| Senator | |
| In office 13 September 2007 – 25 May 2011 |
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| In office 17 September 1997 – 12 September 2002 |
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| Constituency | Agricultural Panel |
| In office 12 September 2002 – 13 September 2007 |
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| Constituency | Nominated by the Taoiseach |
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| Born | 12 September 1946 Banagher, County Offaly, Ireland |
| Political party | Fianna Fáil |
| Spouse | Mary Dunne |
| Children | 4 |
Pat Moylan was an important Irish politician. He was born on 12 September 1946. He was a member of Fianna Fáil, a major political party in Ireland. He served in Seanad Éireann, which is like the upper house of Ireland's parliament.
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Pat Moylan's Early Life and Home
Pat Moylan was born in a town called Banagher in County Offaly, Ireland. He still lives there today. He is married to Mary Dunne and they have four children: three sons and one daughter.
Starting His Political Journey
Pat Moylan began his political career in local government.
- He was a member of the Offaly County Council for many years. This council helps manage local services and decisions in County Offaly.
- He served on the council from 1975 until 2004.
Serving in Seanad Éireann
The Seanad Éireann is a very important part of Ireland's government. It's often called the Senate. It works alongside the Dáil Éireann to make laws for the country. Pat Moylan was elected to the Seanad multiple times.
First Time in the Seanad
In 1997, Pat Moylan was first elected to the 21st Seanad. He was chosen by the Agricultural Panel. This is a special group of people who vote for senators based on their connection to farming and agriculture.
Nominated by the Taoiseach
In 2002, he became a member of the 22nd Seanad in a different way. He was chosen by the Taoiseach, who is the head of the Irish government. At that time, the Taoiseach was Bertie Ahern.
- During this period, Pat Moylan was a spokesperson for Fianna Fáil on topics like tourism, sports, and recreation.
- He also helped with the Joint House Services Committee, which looks after how parliament runs.
Back to the Agricultural Panel
Pat Moylan was elected to the 23rd Seanad in 2007. He was again chosen by the Agricultural Panel.
Leading the Seanad
On 13 September 2007, Pat Moylan was chosen for a very important role. He became the Cathaoirleach of the Seanad.
- The Cathaoirleach is like the chairperson or speaker of the Seanad.
- Their job is to lead meetings and make sure everything runs smoothly and fairly.
Stepping Down from Politics
Pat Moylan decided not to run for election in the 2011 Seanad election. This meant he retired from his role as a senator.
