Cllr Robert Nash Elected Cathaoirleach of Dundalk Municipal District

Cllr Robert Nash has been elected as the new Cathaoirleach of the Dundalk Municipal District for the 2025–2026 term, following the Annual General Meeting held in Dundalk Town Hall on Tuesday, 10th June.

Cllr Nash and Cllr Fiona Mhic Conchoille were both nominated for the role. Following a roll call vote, Cllr Nash was elected, succeeding outgoing Cathaoirleach Cllr Sean Kelly.

Cllr Kelly thanked the elected members and the executive for their support during his term, and also thanked his family and supporters.

Cllr Andrea McKevitt was elected Leas Cathaoirleach, having been nominated alongside Cllr Kevin Meenan. Her election also followed a roll call vote.

Speaking after his election, Cllr Nash said: “It is an honour and a privilege to be elected Cathaoirleach of Dundalk Municipal District.

“To follow in the footsteps of so many wonderful councillors who have filled this position down through the years is a humbling experience, and, on behalf of the people of Dundalk and the surrounding area, I look forward to working with my colleagues over the next 12 months.

“I would also like to thank outgoing Cathaoirleach, Cllr Sean Kelly, for his hard work and outstanding service to the people of Dundalk over the last 12 months. He is a very hard act to follow, but I will do my very best, and I would also like to congratulate the new Leas Cathaoirleach, Cllr Andrea McKevitt, who will be a very able deputy.”