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Mon, December 2, 2024

Election 2024 live updates: Stephen Donnelly loses seat as count enters final stretch


Published on 2024-12-02 03:30:49 - Brian Stokes, N@N
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  • The big news over night was Minister for Health Stephen Donnelly losing his D
  • il seat after being eliminated in Wicklow. Taoiseach Simon Harris's running mate Edward Timmins was deemed elected at 5.25am without reaching the quota after benefiting enormously from a huge surplus from Harris, who topped the poll with more than 5,000 votes to spare.

The article from The Irish Times provides live updates and results from Ireland's general election held on December 2, 2024. It covers the ongoing counts, reactions from political parties, and key developments as they unfold. Early indications suggest a tight race with no clear majority for any single party, leading to speculation about potential coalition formations. The piece includes insights into voter turnout, significant shifts in voter preferences, and the performance of both established parties and emerging political groups. Additionally, it highlights notable wins and losses, recounts in certain constituencies, and the broader implications for Irish politics, including potential policy changes and leadership transitions.

Read the Full The Irish Times Article at:
[ https://www.irishtimes.com/politics/2024/12/02/ireland-general-election-results-counts-live-latest-updates/ ]
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