01-07-2025
- Business
- Irish Independent
Carlow man becomes one of the youngest council chairs in Ireland
At just 25 years of age, Cllr Daniel Pender is one of the youngest people in Ireland to chair a local authority district
A Carlow county councillor has been elected as the Cathaoirleach of the Muinebheag Municipal District, becoming one the youngest people in Ireland to chair a local authority district at just 25 years of age.
Cllr Daniel Pender (25), from the village of Ballinabranna in Co Carlow, was elected to Carlow County Council in 2024 as a first-time candidate.
He is currently the only Fianna Fáil councillor in the Muinebheag Municipal District.
'It is a huge honour and privilege to receive the chain of office at such a young age,' enthused Cllr Pender. 'Over the next year, I'll focus on securing more housing and pushing for better mental health supports in our communities. I'm committed to representing everyone across the district.'
Cllr Pender also expressed appreciation for the people who have helped him during his journey through politics.
'I want to sincerely thank my family for their constant support, and my supporters who backed me as an outsider candidate. Without their belief and encouragement, none of this would have been possible.'
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Cllr Pender is a graduate of Trinity College Dublin with a degree in Business and Economics. He began his career training with one of the Big Four accounting firms and also previously served as an assistant to now Minister Jennifer Murnane O'Connor.
