Tag: Irish Politics
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Race to the Áras: Connolly Opens Commanding Lead as Campaign Noise Grows
Introduction: A Crowded Field and a Clear Contender The Irish presidential race is in a pivotal phase as independent candidate Catherine Connolly holds a strong lead in the latest polls, while Heather Humphreys, the Fine Gael hopeful, presses ahead with her campaign amid questions surrounding recent events. With a mix of policy debates, personal narratives,…
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Paul Murphy defamation case against Heather Humphreys
Background Irish politics has a fresh dispute over defamation as People Before Profit TD Paul Murphy has initiated legal action against Fine Gael presidential hopeful Heather Humphreys. The case centers on comments Humphreys made on RTÉ Radio One’s This Week programme, linked to Mr. Murphy’s role in the anti-water charges protest in Jobstown, Tallaght, in…
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Paul Murphy Initiates Defamation Proceedings Against Heather Humphreys Over Jobstown Controversy
Overview: A Defamation Case Linked to a 2014 Protest In a development that has drawn renewed attention to Ireland’s political divides, People Before Profit TD Paul Murphy has initiated defamation proceedings against Fine Gael presidential candidate Heather Humphreys. The action centers on remarks Humphreys made during a recent debate on RTÉ Radio One’s This Week…
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Labour Split Prompts ‘By Default’ Backing: Alan Kelly Supports Heather Humphreys in Irish Presidential Race
Two Candidates, One Widening Rift: The Áras Race Narrows The Irish presidential contest has become a two-horse race between Catherine Connolly and Heather Humphreys, but the dynamics inside Labour are adding a layer of complexity. In a development that reflects the party’s internal divisions, Labour TD Alan Kelly disclosed that he will back Heather Humphreys…
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Alan Kelly’s Quiet Endorsement: Labour TD Backs Heather Humphreys by Default
Overview: A surprising cross-party shift in the Irish presidential race The Irish presidency race has been marked by sharper exchanges between Catherine Connolly and Heather Humphreys. In a move that could influence voter perception as the campaign enters its final week, Labour TD Alan Kelly announced on Tipp FM that he would vote for Fine…
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Race to the Áras: Labour’s Alan Kelly backs Humphreys by default as Connolly faces internal party tensions
Two candidates, two visions: Ireland’s presidential race narrows The presidential contest in Ireland has officially narrowed to two: Catherine Connolly and Heather Humphreys. With Fianna Fáil and Fine Gael rivals watching closely, the Labour Party finds itself divided on how best to navigate the race, while one senior Labour figure makes a decisive move to…
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Labour’s Alan Kelly Backs Humphreys by Default as Connolly Faces Internal Party Tensions in Race to the Áras
Overview: A two-horse race tightens after internal Labour tensions The Irish presidential contest has narrowed to two candidates, with Catherine Connolly representing left-wing parties and Heather Humphreys continuing Fine Gael’s bid for the Áras. In a development that adds a layer of party dynamics to the race, Labour Party TD Alan Kelly said he will…
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5 Takeaways from This Week’s Presidential Radio Debate
Five takeaways from This Week’s presidential radio debate The presidential race intersected with the airwaves as Heather Humphreys and Catherine Connolly faced off on RTÉ’s This Week, with presenter David McCullagh guiding a clash that kept viewers and listeners on edge. The debate highlighted key policy fault lines, personal defenses, and strategic positioning as the…
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Connolly Leads Áras Race in New Presidential Poll – 36% Support
Overview: Connolly Takes Early Lead in Áras Race Independent candidate Catherine Connolly appears to hold a substantial lead in the race for Áras an Uachtaráin according to a new Business Post/Red C poll. The poll, conducted online among 1,001 adults, suggests Connolly has 36% support, with Fine Gael’s Heather Humphreys at 25% and Jim Gavin,…
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Catherine Connolly Leads Áras Race in New Poll as Gavin Withdraws
Headlines from a revealing poll A fresh Business Post/Red C poll suggests Independent candidate Catherine Connolly has established a substantial lead in the race for Áras an Uachtaráin, the Irish presidency. With support pegged at 36%, Connolly sits comfortably ahead of Fine Gael candidate Heather Humphreys, who stands at 25%. After the late withdrawal of…