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Barry Heneghan
Barry Heneghan (born 1997/1998), also known as Barra Ó hÉanacháin,[2] is an Irish independent who has been a Teachta Dála (TD) for the Dublin Bay North constituency since the 2024 general election.[3][4] Early life and educationHeneghan studied at Belvedere College. During his time in school, he was awarded the Zayed Sustainability Prize for pioneering on-site energy and water sustainability with solar power and rainwater harvesting.[5] Heneghan graduated from Dublin City University in 2022 with a Master's degree.[1][2] Media careerBeneghan was the presenter of the TG4 show Barragram.[1][2] Political careerHeneghan has been called a political protégé of the former Independent TD Finian McGrath.[2] Heneghan was elected to Dublin City Council for the first time at the 2024 Dublin City Council election for Clontarf area.[6][7][8] Heneghan had the backing of Finian McGrath in the 2024 general election and was one of the youngest candidates elected at age 26.[9][10] Political viewsHeneghan stated in 2024 that he aims to improve access to homeownership for younger people and supports a target of up to 60,000 new homes being constructed in the next term. He proposed approaches including modular housing and increased taxes on vacant properties as strategies to boost housing supply. Additionally, Heneghan stated that he intended to champion enhanced rights for individuals with disabilities and advocate for reforms in special education.[1] In January 2025, he was criticised for nominating Sharon Keogan for election to the 27th Seanad, due to her controversial views on several topics,[11] and for posing for photos with a criminal who has multiple convictions.[12] Personal lifeHe is the brother of writer and television presenter Ciara Ní É.[13] References
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