Discover the surprising outcome of the Northern Ireland elections 2024. Who emerged victorious? Find out now!
In the early hours of the Northern Ireland elections 2024, voters anxiously awaited the results of a neck-and-neck race. With 136 candidates vying for seats in the North's 18 constituencies, the tension was palpable. Sinn Féin's dominance became apparent as they secured more MPs than any other party, while the DUP suffered significant losses, including the critical Lagan Valley seat. On the flip side, the Alliance Party's Sorcha Eastwood made history by winning in the unionist stronghold of Lagan Valley.
The election saw unexpected pressure across Northern Ireland, with rumours circulating about notable figures like Ian Paisley and Carla Lockhart feeling the heat. As the Labour Party appeared to be on track for a substantial majority, the political landscape in NI was set for a significant shift. Jim Allister's victory in North Antrim sparked talks of a 'political earthquake,' showcasing the changing dynamics within the constituency.
The full results of the Northern Ireland general election 2024 painted a vivid picture of the country's political landscape. From Belfast to Antrim, Strangford to Armagh, and County Down, the outcomes reflected a mix of surprises and upsets. As voters dissected the breakdown of each constituency, the impact of the election reverberated throughout the region.
In the aftermath of the election, Northern Ireland witnessed a historic transformation with Sinn Féin emerging as the largest Westminster party. The DUP's losses in key seats marked a significant shift in power dynamics. Sorcha Eastwood's triumph in Lagan Valley highlighted the growing influence of the Alliance Party, reshaping the traditional unionist stronghold. The election results not only shaped the future of Northern Ireland's representation but also hinted at evolving political currents that could redefine the region's political landscape.
Voting in the UK general election is entering its final hours in Northern Ireland where several constituency battles are too close to call.
A total of 136 candidates are standing in the North's 18 constituencies. DUP leader Gavin Robinson and his wife Lindsay voted in east Belfast shortly after 9am, ...
DUP loses Lagan Valley seat vacated by former leader Sir Jeffrey Donaldson, and is under pressure in North Antrim.
It comes after a hugely disappointing night for the DUP, which has lost at least three seats.
After winning the seat for North Antrim, Jim Allister described there being a “political earthquake” within the constituency. He continued, “Today we mark an ...
Labour Party on course for 170-seat majority according to exit pollIan Paisley and Carla Lockhart among the names rumoured to be feeling the heatLagan ...
Results for each constituency in the country including those in and around Blefast, Antrim, Strangford Armagh and County Down.
The Alliance Party's Sorcha Eastwood also had a historic result as she triumphed in the unionist stronghold of Lagan Valley – the seat formerly held by DUP ...
Full results for the 18 Northern Ireland constituencies ... Democratic Unionist Party leader Gavin Robinson leaves at a polling station in Co Down. Fri Jul 5 2024 ...
The Alliance Party's Sorcha Eastwood also had a historic result as she triumphed in the unionist stronghold of Lagan Valley – the seat formerly held by DUP ...
Northern Ireland will send 18 MPs to Westminster. | UTV News.
Irish nationalists Sinn Fein became Northern Ireland's largest party in the British parliament for the first time on Friday, capitalising on a poor election ...
In one of the biggest political upsets of the election in Northern Ireland, Traditional Unionist Voice (TUV) leader Jim Allister took the Democratic Unionist ...
Irish republican party completes hat trick of first-place elections finishes.
Voters turn against DUP which loses North Antrim seat held for over 50 years by Ian Paisley and his late father.
The shock defeat of Ian Paisley Jr by TUV leader Jim Allister put the cap on a grim election night for the DUP. The one bright moment – party leader Gavin ...