Parlon was quoted as "thinking about" seeking the Fine Gael nomination for the Laois–Offaly constituency following the decision of the Offaly-based Olwyn Enright not to seek re-election to Dáil Éireann. In the event he did not contest the election. References 1953 births Living people Members of the 29th Dáil 20th-century Irish farmers Politicians from County Offaly Ministers of State of the 29th Dáil Progressive Democrats TDs 21st-century Irish farmers