The Irish presidential election 2025

The 2025 Irish Presidential Election, held on 24 October, resulted in the election of Independent TD Catherine Connolly as the 10th President of Ireland. Her candidacy, endorsed by all parties on the political left, and her triumph came as a surprise to many. The outcome represented a positive result for the opposition, particularly after their disappointing performance (specifically, Sinn Féin) in the previous general election. In contrast, both coalition parties suffered major setbacks, with Fianna Fáil experiencing the collapse of Jim Gavin’s candidacy. Voter turnout was low, and there was a dramatic increase in spoiled votes, possibly indicating dissatisfaction with the conduct of politics and growing public disillusionment with the political establishment.