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The local and European elections are not a crystal ball. But they are a huge political event, which will both tell us things about the state of Irish politics
Candidates face a battle where party running mates could be their most dangerous rivals transfers will in many cases be decisive
Backing for anti-migration candidates scattered among too many hopefuls to secure a seat, according to poll data
Supporters of Sinn Fein (44%) and Independents (52%) most likely to be impressed by candidates voicing concerns on issue
Public mood toughening, with strong support for Government to do more to manage immigration and deport asylum seekers whose applications have failed
Total number of interviews conducted 1,500, with accuracy estimated to be approximately plus or minus 2.5%
Simon Harris’s first personal rating in polls is a creditable 38%, the second most popular leader after Micheál Martin and ahead of Mary Lou McDonald
Fine Gael now level with main Opposition party while support for Fianna Fáil and most smaller parties steady
Making conditions here less attractive for migrants now seen as central part of Government’s asylum strategy
Sinn Féin says party leader Mary Lou McDonald shares regret expressed by First Minister for attending 2020 funeral
Jim O’Callaghan says Government could designate Northern Ireland a safe third country after Belfast judgment
What exactly will it be illegal to say in future that it is not currently illegal to say? Nobody seems to know
Group to focus on improving public realm, public safety and public transport north and south of Liffey
Group put together by Davy to meet finance spokesman Pearse Doherty included investors in government bonds, Irish banks and other businesses here
Simon Harris says international community clear that Israeli military operation in Rafah will inevitably lead to ‘disastrous humanitarian consequences’