William Irwin (politician)

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William Irwin MLA is a unionist politician in Northern Ireland. He was elected in 2007 to the Northern Ireland Assembly as a Democratic Unionist Party (DUP) member for Newry and Armagh.

Irwin was the Mayor of Armagh from 2006 - 07 and serves on Armagh City and District Council. He is a local dairy farmer.

Irwin entered politics after his son Philip drowned in a swimming pool and he met Ian Paisley. "He was only 15. Dr Paisley came and prayed with us and offered great support. [1]

Political offices
Preceded by John Campbell	Mayor of Armagh 2006 - 07	Succeeded by Charles Rollston

[edit] External links

• DUP profile
• Irwin: Armagh Council