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fromIndependent
2 days ago

Maria Steen's presidential hopes stall as more Independent TDs withhold support

A large group remains undecided about the presidential choice, highlighting a shortage of available candidates and weak nomination prospects for Maria Steen.
fromIrish Independent
2 weeks ago

The Irish Independent's view: Council autonomy is vital to maintaining integrity of Aras race

Once every seven years, the councillors get to exercise a profound power that has enormous implications. Councils get to decide if a candidate can get on the ticket for the election to become president. It's a privileged position the council members find themselves in. There are two routes to get on the ballot. The first and most obvious route is through the Oireachtas, where the signatures of 20 TDs and senators are required.
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