John Browne (born 1 August 1948) is an Irish former Fianna Fáil politician. He was a Teachta Dála (TD) for the Wexford constituency from 1982 to 2016. He is a former Minister of State, serving in various roles from 1992 to 1994, and 2002 to 2008.

Early and private life

John Browne was born in Marshalstown, County Wexford in 1948. He was educated locally at St Mary's Christian Brothers School in Enniscorthy.

Browne is married to Judy and they have three children, a fourth child now deceased. His uncle Seán Browne, was also a TD, who was first elected in 1957. He retired due to ill health. John Browne topped the poll in the constituency of Wexford on a number of occasions.

Over his career Browne has held a number of government and opposition positions. Not long after his election he was appointed assistant Chief Whip. In 2002 he was appointed as Minister of State at the Department of Communications, Marine and Natural Resources with special responsibility for the Marine.

Browne retired at the 2016 general election. His son James Browne was elected at that election, and in 2020, was appointed as a Minister of State.

References

  • John Browne's page on the Fianna Fáil website