News - Jim Gavin
Poll suggests Catherine Connolly set for big win in presidential election
Catherine Connolly is on 44 per cent in the poll and Heather Humphreys is on 25 per cent.
Oct 22, 2025 20:14
Connolly leads Humphreys by 11 percentage points in presidential poll
The latest Business Post Red C poll shows Connolly on 36 per cent, with Fine Gael's Heather Humphreys on 25 per cent and Jim Gavin, who pulled out of the contest, on 12 per cent.
Oct 12, 2025 05:52
Ming expresses sympathy towards Jim Gavin following his withdrawal from election race
It now leaves Fine Gael's Heather Humphreys and Independent Catherine Connolly as the only candidates left in the running.
Oct 10, 2025 13:11
Longford Fianna Fáil senator will still vote for Jim Gavin in presidential election
The GAA legend pulled out of the race last weekend after he emerged he owed a tenant more than €3,000, dating back to 2009.
Oct 9, 2025 14:16
Local TD backs Heather Humphreys for presidency
In a statement, Gavin said he "made a mistake" and is now "taking steps to address the matter".
Oct 6, 2025 17:01
Shannonside Fianna Fáil councillors reflect on 'huge blow' for party
It follows Jim Gavin's decision to withdraw from the Presidential race.
Oct 6, 2025 13:07
Jim Gavin's Presidential withdrawal 'highly embarrassing'- Troy
A collective decision will be made as to whether to support either Heather Humphreys or Catherine Connolly.
Oct 6, 2025 11:39
Gavin's presidential campaign was 'doomed' over rent controversy - Leitrim councillor
Fianna Fáil politicians in the Shannonside region have been reacting to the news.
Oct 6, 2025 08:20
Fianna Fáil candidate Jim Gavin pulls out of presidential race
In a statement the former Dublin GAA manager says he's withdrawing with immediate effect after recent days gave him cause to reflect.
Oct 5, 2025 22:47
Catherine Connolly leading race for the Áras in latest opinion poll
The poll revealed Fianna Fáil candidate Jim Gavin's score is at 15 per cent in the first poll since nominations closed.
Oct 5, 2025 08:11
LISTEN: Presidential candidate Jim Gavin meets voters in Roscommon
Among the topics up for discussion where Gaelic football and his performance in last night's TV debate.
Sep 30, 2025 16:31
Presidential candidate Jim Gavin to visit Roscommon
Jim Gavin will visit the Shannonside region for the first time as a presidential candidate today.
Sep 30, 2025 07:24
Local Councillor defends presidential ballot decision
It's the lowest number of candidates on the ballot paper in 35 years.
Sep 25, 2025 17:29Shannonside Newsletter
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