People Before Profit TD Bríd Smith has announced that she will not contest the next general election, after having served two terms in the Dáil.
Ms Smith said this afternoon she will step down as a TD following the conclusion of the 33rd Dáil, but will remain an activist and socialist in the Ballyfermot area, as well as with the party nationally.
Ms Smith was first elected in 2016, and re-elected in 2020, following unsuccessful attempts in 1997, 2002 and 2007.
The Dublin South Central TD said it has been "a privilege" to serve the people of her constituency, and that she will continue to be vocal and active until the next election comes around.
Cllr Hazel de Nortúin will now run for the party in Dublin South Central.
Ms Smith said the next election would be an opportunity for the party to "promote a new generation of activists".
"We need younger voices to represent the people of Dublin South Central. As a young mother from Cherry Orchard Cllr Hazel de Nortúin will be a very strong candidate and I am delighted that she has been selected by PBP members in the constituency to contest the next general election."
