There have been rumours circulating that I maybe affiliated with a certain political party. I would just like to make very clear that I am an independent candidate in the European elections and am not currently affiliated to, nor a member of any political party.

 

 

PRESS RELEASE: 02/06/2009

Independent Euro candidate for Dublin, Patricia McKenna said at a press conference in Dublin today “The people of Dublin must elect someone with experience and someone who is committed to fulfilling their five-year mandate in Brussels.”

PRESS RELEASE: 30/05/2009

PRESS RELEASE: 29/05/2009

At a press conference organised by PANA in Dublin today, Independent Euro candidate Patricia McKenna called for the Government to actively respect Ireland’s tradition of neutrality by withdrawing support for both the EU and US military endeavours.

She said, “There is no denying the fact that the EU is becoming more militarised and that Ireland is a willing participant. In March this year, the leader of the Green Party, Minister John Gormley, called for Ireland to withdraw from the European Defence Agency (EDA). The public or the elected representatives of this state never officially sanctioned Ireland’s participation in this agency, which was established to facilitate EU arms industries.

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The interview in which Patricia announced her decision to run as an independent candidate for the European elections is now available. Click here to read the interview

 

 

 

PRESS RELEASE:16/05/2009

Independent Euro Candidate slams Green Party's Belated Concern on Programme in Government.

Patricia at 8% only one week after saying that she will run as a candidate in the European elections

People have 'lost faith' in main political parties

PRESS RELEASE: 15/05/2009

Independent Euro Candidate Patricia McKenna Launches Election Campaign

A voice independent of the government and political establishment will ensure our decision makers are held accountable. It’s time to hold the politicians to account and make them keep their promises.

The former Green MEP, Patricia McKenna, who recently quit the Green Party over its policy direction in Government, launched her election campaign in Dublin today. McKenna, who is contesting the Dublin constituency as an Independent candidate, said: “This campaign has twelve key policy areas, but will focus primarily on giving a voice to the voiceless. If elected to the European Parliament, I intend to use my mandate to assist the many grassroots organisations that have been campaigning on vital issues of national importance, with little or no support from the established parties.” 

She went on to say: “I have ten years experience in the European Parliament and I know how the system works. This experience has shown me that one of the most valuable functions an MEP can provide is a voice for the voiceless. Now more than ever people need a strong voice independent of the Government and political establishment to speak out on their behalf and to hold the decision makers accountable for their actions, broken promises and failed policies.”

(See also: Patricia announces her candidature for the European Elections - 7 May 2009)