About Vincent Jackson
Born 1966. Vincent Jackson is an Irish politician.
Vincent B. Jackson (born Vincent Noel Jackson,
One of 10 children, he was originally a carpenter by profession and became involved with a variety of community and youth projects in Ballyfermot in Dublin. Prior to standing in the 1991 local elections, he changed his middle name to B, which stood for Ballyfermot. He was successful in this election and was elected to Dublin City Council representing the Ballyfermot local electoral area. He was re-elected at the 1999, 2004 and 2009 elections. He unsuccessfully stood for Dáil Éireann at the 1992, 1997 and 2002 general elections.
He was elected Lord Mayor of Dublin in 2006, with the backing of Fianna Fáil, Sinn Féin and a number of independent councillors.
In 2023, Jackson spoke about his family home being targeted by anti-immigrant protesters.
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Who is Vincent Jackson?
Irish politician
When was Vincent Jackson born?
Vincent Jackson was born on 1 March 1966 in Dublin.
What is Vincent Jackson's occupation?
Vincent Jackson is a politician.
What nationality is Vincent Jackson?
Vincent Jackson is Irish.
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· DBpedia: Vincent Jackson (politician)
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