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# European elections

Yesterday
19th May 2024
'Ming' Flanagan on independents' popularity, his autism diagnosis and voters' move to the right
After nearly a decade in Brussels, Flanagan tells The Journal he can now see the merits of the European Parliament.
12 hrs ago
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Independent and Social Democrats candidates blast RTÉ for exclusion from 'key' debates
17 hrs ago
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Ireland has a new crop of 'celebrity candidates' - but what do people think of voting for them?
23 hrs ago
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Last week
12th May 2024 - 18th May 2024
Meet the 'replacements' who could take over seats in Europe if elected MEPs bow out
Sisters, sons, press officers and councillors. This election, it’s all very inside baseball.
Muiris O'Cearbhaill
18 May
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'Their face was twisted up in anger': Election hopefuls share stories of abuse at the doors
Jane Matthews
18 May
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How are journalists across Europe reporting on June's elections? Join us for a free live webinar
15 May
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This app will help you find your best match - a candidate in the European elections
15 May
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The Explainer: What is Ireland’s history with the European Union?
14 May
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This month
May 2024
'You can't be the only one without': Politicians' love-hate relationship with election posters
11 May
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Independent candidates overtake Sinn Féin as voters' top choice ahead of European elections
Independents and others have seen a large jump in support in recent weeks, according to a new opinion poll.
Almost a quarter of people (24%) plan to vote for candidates classed as 'independents and others' on 7 June
The next most popular choice is Sinn Féin on 22% (down one point)
Sinn Féin is the most popular party among younger voters, while Fine Gael is the preferred party for over 65s
Órla Ryan
10 May
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Join our expert discussion on community and cohesion in the EU in Limerick next week
9 May
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Want to know more about your European election candidates? Check out our new database
Updated 5 May
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Last month
April 2024
Who's running in the European elections and what are the key dates to look out for?
A record number of candidates have declared their status in recent weeks.
Muiris O'Cearbhaill
Updated 30 Apr
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Former Green Party candidate Saoirse McHugh to run as an independent in European Elections
26 Apr
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Broadcaster Niall Boylan to leave Classic Hits radio show to run in European elections
Updated 23 Apr
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Independent TD Michael McNamara to contest European elections in June
23 Apr
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Here's what people's housing situation tells us about how they will vote
Fine Gael’s popularity lies with homeowners, while 50% of those in council rented accommodation back Sinn Féin.
Christina Finn
16 Apr
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European elections: Voters sceptical about an EU army and whether Ireland should participate
A new The Journal/Ireland Thinks poll also found that immigration is seen as the priority issue in the European elections.
Questions over EU military cooperation have long been a source of debate in the bloc.
Half of poll respondents were opposed to an EU army, with just over a third in favour.
Supporters of Fine Gael, Fianna Fáil, the Greens and Labour were in favour of Ireland's participation in an EU army.
Rónán Duffy
13 Apr
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Muslim cleric Dr Umar Al-Qadri to run in June's European elections
12 Apr
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Sinn Féin TD Kathleen Funchion to contest European election in Ireland South
7 Apr
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Coveney rules out run for Europe, says decision to step down wasn't about being 'shafted' by Harris
6 Apr
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Alan Shatter mulls European election run as he attacks Ireland's 'dysfunctional' MEPs
2 Apr
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March
March 2024
Here's everything you need to know about the upcoming European elections
Between the four days of 6-9 June voters across the EU will go to the polls to elect a new parliament.
31 Mar
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'Don't throw the baby out with the bathwater': Candidates clash on 2nd term for von der Leyen
28 Mar
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Poll: Strong division among younger voters on immigration issues and candidates
Kevin Cunningham
28 Mar
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'Sausage making': What is an MEP and what do they do?
What exactly is an MEP? What do they do? And how does the job compare to being a TD, senator or councillor?
Got questions about what MEPs do ahead of the elections in June? Muiris O'Cearbhaill has got you covered.
This explainer details the many elements of the role of an MEP, including voting, negotiating and diplomacy.
Muiris O'Cearbhaill
24 Mar
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Sitting Fine Gael MEP Colm Markey says he will not contest the European elections
23 Mar
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Former jockey Nina Carberry to seek Fine Gael nomination in EU elections
18 Mar
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Former jockey and business woman Nina Carberry to seek Fine Gael nomination in EU elections
18 Mar
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European elections: Dead-heat on whether immigration is a big issue for voters
A third of people say they would vote for a candidate with ‘strong anti-immigration views’.
TheJournal/Ireland Thinks poll finds voters evenly split on the relevance of immigration to June elections.
The second survey in the major series also asked questions about EU immigration policy and sea rescue missions.
Rónán Duffy
14 Mar
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What questions do you have for Ireland's European election candidates?
12 Mar
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Seán Kelly and John Mullins, former Bord Gáis CEO, to run for Fine Gael in European elections
10 Mar
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'No point whinging': Cowen 'accepts' surprise decision to add two candidates to his election ticket
Updated 1 Mar
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February
February 2024
Fianna Fáil adds senators Chambers and Blaney to 'ambitious' Midlands-North West ticket
29 Feb
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Housing expert Rory Hearne to seek Social Democrats nomination to run in European elections
26 Feb
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Who's running in the European elections? Here are the declared candidates so far
24 Feb
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Tóibín will contest in the European elections, but will also seek re-election as TD later
23 Feb
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'There's plenty left in the tank': Former Minister Finian McGrath to stand in upcoming European elections
16 hrs ago
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Ireland's voter turnout in every election is well below average compared to rest of EU
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16 Feb
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