Michael O'Connell (politician)
Michael O'Connell | |
|---|---|
| Lord Mayor of Cork | |
| Assumed office June 2010 | |
| Preceded by | Dara Murphy |
| Personal details | |
| Born | Cork |
| Nationality | Irish |
| Political party | Labour |
| Spouse | Catherine O'Connell |
Michael 'Mick' O'Connell is an Irish Labour politician and Lord Mayor of Cork. He was born in Cork and represents the North West electoral area. He was first elected onto the Cork City Council in 1999, and served as Deputy Lord Mayor in 2006–2007. He attended the North Monastery Primary and Secondary Schools. He has been a member of many Committees of Council and in June 2005 was elected Chair of the Cork City housing committee. He said he hopes to secure more jobs and investment during his term.
Personal Life
He lives in Briars Court, Shanakiel with his wife Catherine O'Connell with whom he has three children. He is a member of the Briars Court and Oakdale Residents Association. He is President of the Cork Darts Organisation and President of St. Vincent's Golf Society & a Member of Dolphin Rugby Club.