By-elections to replace Catherine Connolly and Paschal Donohoe in Galway and Dublin earmarked for May 22

February 05, 2026 21:54 UTC

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By-elections to replace Catherine Connolly and Paschal Donohoe in Galway and Dublin earmarked for May 22

May 22 is being earmarked for by-elections in Galway West and Dublin Central. Voting will take place to fill the seats left vacant by the election of Catherine Connolly as President and the departure of former finance minister Paschal Donohoe.

Source: Irish Independent February 05, 2026 21:54 UTC

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