From Noel to Ken O'Flynn: How a family name shapes Cork's political landscape

March 21, 2026 13:30 UTC

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From Noel to Ken O'Flynn: How a family name shapes Cork's political landscape

Ken took the seat and was re-elected at every election up until ascending to a Dáil seat in 2024. This was, in effect, a recapturing of the family seat Noel O’Flynn had lost in 2011. In a statement to the Irish Examiner, O’Flynn said about this issue that people were entitled to raise concerns. He is currently the chair of Independent Ireland, while Cork South West TD Michael Collins is the leader. The Irish Examiner contacted Ken O’Flynn to request a few minutes of his time over the phone in connection with this piece.

Source: Irish Examiner March 21, 2026 13:30 UTC

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