Hanafin, Mary (1959–)

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Hanafin, Mary (1959–)

Irish politician. Born June 1959 in Thurles, Co. Tipperary, Ireland; dau. of Des Hanafin (senator, 1969–93, 1997); m. Eamon Leahy.

Representing Fianna Fáil, elected to the 28th Dáil (1997–2002) for Dún Laoghaire; appointed minister of State at the Dept. of Health and Children (2000); returned to 29th Dáil (2002).