Ireland's retiring TDs on the reality of the job: 'Nobody will know me, and that will be weird... I wonder, psychologically how that will feel?'

Outgoing TD Brendan Griffin reflected on his political journey, stating, 'It was unusual in a way to see them and know that you're not going to see one of your own,' highlighting the bittersweet emotions of leaving elected office.

Griffin's decision to leave national politics at the age of 42 after 13 years in the Dáil reflects the struggle many politicians face as they weigh the appeals of both public service and an ordinary life.

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