News - presidential election
Presidential hopefuls meeting Leitrim councillors in bid for nomination
Candidates have five minutes to present their case followed by questions from members.
Sep 17, 2025 14:02
Longford County Council votes not to support presidential candidate
The decision was confirmed this afternoon after members met with those seeking a nomination in the race to the Áras.
Sep 15, 2025 17:50
Candidates set out presidential stalls to Longford Councillors
To be eligible to run, candidates must get the support of four local authorities.
Sep 15, 2025 13:33
Presidential candidates outline case to Roscommon Councillors
So far, 9 candidates have made their pitches to Roscommon Councillors.
Sep 15, 2025 13:32
21 candidates seek presidential support in Roscommon
Sep 11, 2025 08:12
Longford councillor opposes Fine Gael's decision to block independent presidential candidates
In the event of a nomination of a person other than ratified candidate Heather Humphreys, the Fine Gael local authority members are whipped to oppose it.
Sep 7, 2025 11:51
Fine Gael councillors instructed to endorse Heather Humphreys only
It comes as local authorities across the country are preparing to hold special meetings which will hear from independent candidates seeking their support.
Sep 6, 2025 14:36
Fianna Fáil's Jim Gavin and Billy Kelleher 'toe-to-toe' in vote for presidential pick
It comes after Joanna Donnelly announced she was pulling out of the race for the presidency.
Sep 6, 2025 08:26
Heather Humphreys confirmed as Fine Gael's presidential election candidate
It follows the withdrawal of Fine Gael MEP Seán Kelly from the party's selection process last night.
Sep 2, 2025 13:28
Local TD says he's been approached by camps of two Presidential hopefuls
There’s increasing speculation that former Dublin football manager Jim Gavin could be Fianna Fáil's presidential candidate.
Aug 29, 2025 13:26
Poll shows Bertie Ahern leads Fianna Fáil field for presidency
The Ireland Thinks survey of voters in today's Sunday Independent puts the former Taoiseach top of the list, at 24 per cent.
Aug 3, 2025 08:29Shannonside Newsletter
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