Ireland Returns to the Polls - 31 January 2026
Opens: Saturday, 31 January 2026 at 20:00 IST
Closes: Sunday, 1 February 2026 at 20:00 IST
24-hour polling period across all eight constituencies
19 Dáil seats across 8 constituencies. No party expected to win outright majority - coalition building will be crucial.
Analysis shows Fine Gael and Social Democrats neck-and-neck, with both parties targeting each other aggressively in this election.
94% of voters identify political activity as their top concern - making engagement the defining factor in this election.
Led by JackCosgrave • Currently 4 seats
Green platform • Currently 5 seats
Led by Sapphirinee • Currently 5 seats
Led by MRBRUCEISMAY22 • Currently 1 seat
Led by Ognian0 • Currently 4 seats
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