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Happy Birthday Ian! Ireland’s oldest councillor turns 91

written by Rachel McLaughlin July 14, 2021
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Ireland’s oldest councillor Ian McGarvey is celebrating his 91st birthday today.

But many more would say he has the spirit of a 19 year old!

The hard-working Ramelton man was born on July 14th 1930 and holds the title of the oldest serving elected representative in Ireland.

Cllr McGarvey remains an active councillor with a steadfast commitment to public service. He isn’t likely to take any breaks on his birthday either, as serving the people of his home area and wider Donegal is what he loves to do most.

His good health and lively spirit may be down to being a lifelong teetotaller, a non-smoker and having a keen interest in football.

Cllr McGarvey had always had an interest in politics, and he was first elected to Donegal County Council as in Independent in 2004 and the age of 73. He was elected as the Mayor of Donegal at the age of 82 and also ran in four general elections.

Ian and his wife Marjorie celebrated their 67th wedding anniversary last month.

Wishing Cllr McGarvey a very special day.

 

 

 

Happy Birthday Ian! Ireland’s oldest councillor turns 91 was last modified: July 15th, 2021 by Rachel McLaughlin
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