Ahead of the general election, we guide you through the voting system – with important advice on how to avoid spoiling your vote. Elections in Ireland are conducted using an electoral system called Proportional Representation by the Single Transferable Vote (PR-STV). When you vote in an election in Ireland, you are asked to give your vote in order of preference. How secret is a secret ballot? Voting under the PR-STV system is a straightforward process.

Source: Irish Independent November 06, 2024 20:29 UTC