Byelection results! What we know so far

Sunday 24 May, 2026

23 May 2026

It's count day and we have the latest analysis live. In Dublin Central, Daniel Ennis of the Social Democrats has opened up a comfortable lead in what could potentially be a big moment for the party. Sinn Féin's Janice Boylan is in second but the transfers don't look like they'll save her, meaning the party could miss out on a crucial seat. And yes - Gerry Hutch is in the mix. In Galway West, it's a nailbiter between Independent Ireland's Noel Thomas and Fine Gael's Sean Kyne.

Christine Bohan, Jane Matthews, and Rónán Duffy break down the tallies, the transfers, and what it all means.

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