Cork election results 2024

Cork Election Madness 2024: Drama, Tallies, and Surprises!

Fianna Fáil's Gobnait holding strong, Independent leader happy with party vote - All you need to know about the Cork election frenzy!

In the Cork local elections of 2024, the atmosphere is electrifying as tallies indicate a possible re-election sweep for all six outgoing councillors. Fianna Fáil's Gobnait Moynihan is leading with 16% of the vote in the LEA, closely followed by her party colleagues. Over on Cork City Council, a whopping 75 candidates are fiercely competing for just 31 seats, adding to the thrill of the political race.

Independent candidate Peter O'Sullivan stands out with 182 votes, while Michelle Neville, another Independent contender, secured 125 votes, marking a significant moment for Independent Ireland. Meanwhile, the Midleton LEA sees a tight contest, with 16 candidates vying for only seven seats, highlighting the intensity of the competition.

As the county tallies roll in, the anticipation builds, with an early prediction placing newcomer Patrick Mulcahy in third place in East Cork, showing the potential for fresh faces in local governance. In West Cork, a strong voter turnout sets the stage for an exciting counting process, with results expected to be closely watched within the community.

Wrapping up the latest updates, Cork North Central TD Colm Burke expressed great satisfaction with Fine Gael's performance, reflecting on the positive outcomes shown in the early tallies. The race for the 31 coveted seats in Cork City Council heats up as counting commences at Cork City Hall, promising a thrilling finale to the 2024 local elections.