The drama of Election 2024 in Cork South-West keeps unfolding! Who topped the poll, and which surprises are on the horizon?
Election 2024 has sent shockwaves through Cork South-West, with a total of 14 candidates vying for one of the three coveted seats. As the votes are being counted, it looks like Independent Ireland's co-founder Michael Collins is poised to lead the charge, echoing his impressive outcome from the last election with 23.5% of the votes. The excitement in the constituency is palpable as the community tunes in for live updates, hoping to see familiar faces and unexpected results in their political landscape.
With a robust voter turnout of 63.5%, Cork South-West hasn't shown any signs of backing down from engaging in the electoral process. Alongside Collins, Social Democrats party leader Holly Cairns, who is riding high on her own wave of support, is looking to retain her seat with confidence. Her consistently strong performances in the past are serving her well, keeping her supporters optimistic and enthusiastic about her return to the Dรกil. Every vote counts as local favorites and hopefuls fight for their political lives in a hotly contested atmosphere.
The counting process is taking center stage, reflecting the fierce competition among candidates. As momentum builds, reports indicate that Connolly's rise in popularity has disrupted expectations, proving that one can never take the political pulse of Cork lightly! Observers are glued to the live broadcasts, spotting trends and rallies within the votes that suggest a refreshing shift in the political currents. Meanwhile, across Cork, with 20 seats to fill and 85 candidates in the mix, the landscape is still fluid, hinting at surprises in other constituencies too.
In the grand scheme of things, day one of counting at Election 2024 in Cork is now one for the history books. Like a thrilling game of chess, political dynasties are at play as seasoned politicians, rookies, and families join forces. Corkโs political scene might be competitive, but it retains that uniquely Irish sense of camaraderie beneath the surface. So, buckle up, folks! It's going to be an exhilarating ride!
And speaking of surprises, did you know that Cork is famous for its vibrant street art scene? Just like the changing winds of politics, the murals in the city often reflect themes of resilience and hope, much like the sentiments of voters during this election. If the political landscape is ever-changing, Cork's creative expressions remind us that community spirit is a constant! Stay tuned โ our predictions may turn out to be as colorful as the canvases that line our streets!
A total of 14 candidates contest three seats in Cork South-West constituency.
Independent Ireland leader and co-founder Michael Collins is on course to top the poll in this constituency as he did in 2020 with 23.5% of the votes ...
2.30pm: Turnout figures for Cork's three county constituencies have been confirmed: Cork South West at 63.5%, Cork North West at 64%, and Cork East at 57%.
Deputy Collins received 11,002 votes which is 800 votes short of the quota. Social Democrats party leader Holly Cairns looks certain to retain her seat. Deputy ...
There are 20 seats to be filled in Cork with a total of 85 candidates running across the five Cork constituencies. Cork East has 4 seats, Cork North-West has 3 ...
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See election results for the Cork South-West constituency including which TDs were elected.