Irish governing Fine Gael, opposition Social Democrats share by-election spoils
In recent by-elections in Ireland, the governing Fine Gael and the opposition Social Democrats each secured victories. This outcome was disappointing for Sinn Fein, which aimed to expand its presence in Dublin Central but failed to gain a seat. The results reflect a divided electorate, with various parties vying for influence across the political spectrum.
- ▪Fine Gael and the Social Democrats won two by-elections in Ireland.
- ▪Sinn Fein, hoping to gain a seat in Dublin Central, experienced a setback.
- ▪The Social Democrats have gained momentum since the last general election, becoming the fourth-largest party in parliament.
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Irish governing Fine Gael, opposition Social Democrats share by-election spoilsSign up now: Get ST's newsletters delivered to your inboxFILE PHOTO: A person walks past Government Buildings, the Department of the Taoiseach (Prime Minister) ahead of Ireland's general election, in Dublin, Ireland November 27, 2024. REUTERS/Toby Melville/File PhotoPublished May 25, 2026, 03:58 AMUpdated May 25, 2026, 03:58 AMDUBLIN, May 24 - Ireland's governing centre-right Fine Gael and the Social Democrats, one of the country's smaller centre-left parties, won two by-elections on Sunday, while the reputed head of a well-known crime family missed out on election again.The result was a blow to left-wing Irish nationalist party Sinn Fein, which has established itself as one of Ireland's three largest parties…
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