News - elections
Social Democrats' Daniel Ennis wins Dublin Central by-election
The final result was declared in the early hours of this morning.
May 24, 2026 08:30
Sinn Féin chairman for local constituency not endorsing Humphreys for presidency
No candidate has yet been appointed to run for the Áras on behalf of Sinn Féin.
Aug 28, 2025 13:06
LISTEN: Leitrim Cathaoirleach disappointed over absence of Seanad representation for the county
The Fianna Fáil politician also unsuccessfully ran in the General Election back in November.
Feb 3, 2025 15:45
Political analyst believes Eugene Murphy should rejoin Fianna Fáil
He quit the party in November after they refused to select him to run in the general election.
Feb 3, 2025 11:27
Councillor says no senator for Roscommon-Galway is 'a blow' to area
It’s after Independent Eugene Murphy and Fine Gael’s Aisling Dolan lost their seats on Friday night.
Feb 2, 2025 13:09
Two local councillors in strong contention to become senators for the first time
They should know their faith later today, with counting resumed at 9:30 this morning.
Feb 1, 2025 10:17
Eugene Murphy and Aisling Dolan on verge of losing their Seanad seats
The count has revealed the odds are not looking optimistic for Independent Eugene Murphy and Fine Gael's Aisling Dolan.
Jan 31, 2025 16:48
RSA urges political parties to recognise road safety while campaigning
It's warning road safety needs to be recognised during the election campaign.
Nov 9, 2024 08:20
Local Fine Gael TD estimates possible date for General Election
The deputy doesn't believe voters will be left waiting until the New Year to go to the polls.
Jun 18, 2024 13:09
European candidates for Midlands Northwest thrilled following first count
The fourth resumes at 10 o’clock this morning.
Jun 11, 2024 08:06
Longford-Westmeath TD says current government focus is on budget
Calls for an early general election have grown louder following the comparatively poor performance of Sinn Féin who claimed 12% of seats nationally.
Jun 10, 2024 13:12
Average turnout for elections currently at 12% locally
Voting commenced at 7am and will continue until 10 o'clock tonight.
Jun 7, 2024 13:12
Voting gets underway for local and European elections
There are 35 candidates in Co Leitrim, 37 in Co Roscommon and 39 in Co Longford, with 18 seats available in all three counties.
Jun 7, 2024 08:19
Last day of campaigning begins ahead of Local and European Elections
Almost 119,000 people in Longford, Leitrim and Roscommon are eligible to vote in the local elections.
Jun 6, 2024 07:56Shannonside Newsletter
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