​Student Council hold Register to Vote & Politics Day

Student Council hold Register to Vote & Politics Day

17/5/2018

Presentation College Athenry's Student Council have held multiple events to increase student participation in the democratic process.

The Council's 'Register to Vote' day was attended by a local member of An Garda Síochanna who was able to verify the student's forms onsite, simplifying a usually lengthy process. Just under 180 students were added to the register of electors on the day. Many of these students were able to pre-register at the age of 17 allowing them the opportunity to vote as soon as they turn 18

This was then followed by a Politics Day where the Student Council hosted three talks on the topics of European Politics, Women in Politics and The Role of Local Government. MEP's Luke 'Ming' Flanagan, Marian Harkin, Anne Rabbitte TD and Cllrs Gabe Cronnelly and Peter Feeney were in attendance.

Below is a pictorial record of the events, thanks to 4th Year Student, Alex Markey.