Enda Kenny to address major public meeting in Clane tomorrow evening

An Taoiseach, Enda Kenny TD, will address a major public meeting on Brexit in Clane tomorrow evening at 7pm in the Westgrove Hotel as part of a series of meetings being organised by the Fine Gael Brexit Response Group, which was established by the Taoiseach in Autumn 2016.

The Taoiseach is the keynote speaker at the Kildare meeting, which will also be attended by Fine Gael representatives, Mairead McGuinness MEP, Bernard Durkan TD and Martin Heydon TD.

Sectoral perspectives on Brexit will be represented by guest speakers, to include: Matt Dempsey, former Editor Irish Farmers Journal; Allan Shine, CEO County Kildare Chamber of Commerce; and Gerry McCormack, Manufacturing Division SIPTU.

Speaking in advance of the meeting, the Taoiseach said: "Brexit presents the greatest challenge to this country since the economic crash of recent years. We overcame that challenge and we will not be found wanting when it comes to Brexit either. The Government has highlighted Ireland's priorities and special circumstances with partner countries for many months now, and this vital work continues. Our message is being heard already in advance of the negotiations. Irish priorities are understood by European leaders.

“These priorities are: minimising impact on trade and the economy; protecting the Northern Ireland Peace Process; maintaining the Common Travel Area; and influencing the future of the European Union.

“In addition, Fine Gael is undertaking a series of public meetings around the country in order to listen to the views of local communities. To date, approximately 20 public meetings on Brexit have been organised by Fine Gael all over the country.

“The Kildare Public meeting is open to all and you are encouraged to attend the meeting and make your views known. If you are unable to attend you can submit your views to [email protected].”