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Catherine Connolly’s election as president has added a new dynamic to Irish politics

After a bizarre contest in which both government candidates blew their chances, the left has shown it can unite to win, says Irish Times columnist Justine McCarthy

The Guardian - UK

Independent leftwing candidate Catherine Connolly wins Irish presidential elections

Connolly, 68, is a fluent Irish speaker from Galway in the west of Ireland, and has promised to be a voice for all the people of Ireland and for peace.

Euronews

Catherine Connolly vows to be president for all after election win

‘My message is, use your voice in every way you can,’ Ms Connolly told the crowd gathered at Dublin Castle.

Evening Standard

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Questions remain over Catherine Connolly’s ‘new republic’

Catherine Connolly said her supporters had come together to “shape a new Republic”.

Evening Standard

Congratulations for Connolly as victory in presidential election looks imminent

The leaders of Ireland’s main political parties have congratulated the independent candidate.

Evening Standard

A tenant dispute, smears and solos: Key points from Irish presidential election

Here is a look back at the standout moments of Ireland’s 2025 election campaign.

Evening Standard

Leftwing Catherine Connolly wins Ireland presidential election

Fine Gael candidate Heather Humphreys conceded defeat after early tallies showed Connolly was on the course to be elected the country's next president.

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Left-Wing Independent Connolly Set to Shake Up Irish Politics

Leftwing independent Catherine Connolly is on course for a historic presidential win, marking Ireland's most significant ideological shift in decades.

International Business Times UK

Heather Humphreys says family suffered ‘awful sectarian abuse’ during campaign

The Fine Gael candidate said she had ‘no regrets’ about running for the Irish presidency.

The Independent UK

Early tallies suggest Catherine Connolly is leading candidate in Ireland's presidential election

Vote counting is underway in Ireland's presidential election, with early results showing a strong lead for left-wing independent Catherine Connolly

The Independent UK

Leftwinger Catherine Connolly wins Ireland presidential election by landslide

Independent pledges to be ‘president for all’ after taking 63% of vote in upset for political establishment

The Guardian - UK

Connolly congratulated by presidential opponent as she looks on course for win

Heather Humphreys said she did not regret running in the election.

Evening Standard

Left-wing firebrand Catherine Connolly wins Ireland presidential election by landslide

Catherine Connolly says she will be ‘an inclusive president for all of you’ after winning the election

The Independent UK

Early tallies show Catherine Connolly surging ahead in Irish presidential poll

Counting began across the country at 9am on Saturday.

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Evening Standard

Counting begins in Ireland’s presidential election

The choice is between three candidates, one of whom withdrew from campaigning three weeks ago.

Evening Standard

Polls close in Ireland’s presidential election

Turnout – which will be closely scrutinised – was 44% in the last presidential election.

The Independent UK

What to know about Ireland's election as the country votes for a new president

Voters in Ireland are going to the polls to elect one of two women as their new president

The Guardian - UK

Ireland votes for next president as polls predict landslide for Catherine Connolly

Leftwing independent widely expected to succeed Michael D Higgins, amid concerns about turnout and spoilt ballots

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Evening Standard

Voting in Irish presidential election begins

The race has boiled down to a head-to-head between Catherine Connolly and Heather Humphreys.

The Independent UK

Trouble hit Irish presidential candidate still on ballot paper despite dramatic exit

The Irish public will have a third name on their ballot paper alongside the two candidates actively contesting the race

Evening Standard

Irish president election highlights: A tenant dispute, barristers and footballs

A look at some of the standout moments of the campaign.

The Independent UK

Heather Humphreys: From a rural farm on the border to a presidential bid

She grew up on a farm outside a village called Drum, located at the Cavan-Monaghan border.

The Independent UK

Disputes, footballs and ‘smear’ claims – Irish presidential election highlights

Here’s a look at some of the standout moments of the campaign

Evening Standard

High spirits from candidates on last day of presidential campaign

Left-wing independent Catherine Connolly has a lead over Fine Gael hopeful Heather Humphreys in the opinion polls.

The Guardian - UK

Catherine Connolly: the outspoken leftwinger set to be Ireland’s next president

Independent candidate’s smooth campaign has enthused younger voters but views on Nato and Hamas may concern European allies

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