Cllr Barry Saul Elected Cathaoirleach of Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown County Council

At tonight’s Annual General Meeting (AGM) of Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown County Council, Cllr Barry Saul was elected as Cathaoirleach, marking the beginning of his term for the year ahead.

Councillor Barry Saul is a Fine Gael representative for the Stillorgan Local Electoral Area on Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown County Council. First co-opted to the Council in 2003 and elected in his own right since 2009, he brings many years of experience in serving his local community. 

A long-time resident of Mount Merrion, Cllr Saul has strong ties to the area and a genuine commitment to the people he represents. Educated locally, he has always taken a keen interest in protecting and enhancing green open spaces, recognising their importance to the wellbeing and character of local communities. 

Throughout his time in public life, Cllr Saul has taken on leadership roles within the Council, including serving as Cathaoirleach in 2015, and contributes more widely at a regional and European level. He continues to work closely with residents on issues that matter most to them, particularly in areas such as planning, sustainable development, and community wellbeing.

As Cathaoirleach, Cllr Saul’s focus for the year ahead will be on supporting the delivery of major capital projects across the county. This includes the new public library in Stillorgan, the continued development of the multi-sport campus at St. Thomas’ Fields, and the implementation of the Sandyford Urban Framework Plan, alongside the ongoing work of the County Development Plan in guiding sustainable growth. Together, these projects represent significant investment in housing, infrastructure, and community facilities, helping to enhance quality of life for current and future generations.