Today, Election Extra is broadcasting from the RDS count centre in Dublin. The counting for Election 2024 has commenced, with early tallies indicating a possible surge for Sinn Féin and an unexpected show of support for Fianna Fáil.
Preliminary results suggest that Gerry ‘The Monk’ is a strong contender for a seat in Dublin Central, while some current ministers face the possibility of losing their positions.
We analyze these crucial results to pinpoint key battleground areas across the country and identify which TDs might be at risk.
Fionnán Sheahan hosts the Indo Daily’s Election Extra, featuring insights from the Irish Independent’s political team members Philip Ryan, Gabija Gataveckaite, and John Downing. Additionally, Kevin Humphreys provides a glimpse into the daily life of a tallyman.