# Voting

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Voices

We can learn a thing or two from the Australians when it comes to elections

Australia’s mandatory voting laws ensure everyone’s voices are heard argues Barry Dunning

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Jul 2nd 2016, 7:30 PM

# minor parties

Australians can vote for the Sex Party, Hemp Party and Smokers' Rights Party in this week's election

Voting is mandatory in Australia for all adults, with turnout never falling below 90% since it became compulsory in 1924.

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Jun 29th 2016, 8:30 PM

# to the voting booths

We've been promised four referendums - but not one on abortion

Instead, a ‘Citizens’ Assembly’ will be able to make recommendations to the Dáil on issues like the Eighth Amendment.

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May 11th 2016, 8:29 PM

# Your Say

Would you vote if there was another election?

Sinn Féin has said that they “aren’t afraid” should another election be called.

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Apr 17th 2016, 9:32 AM

# Every Worker Counts

Nearly 1,000 Tesco staff vote for industrial action

The row centres on a two-tiered contract system.

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Apr 15th 2016, 9:44 PM

Voices

Getting more women in the Dáil can't be a once off thing, such progress must continue

In comparison to the 2011 general election, there has been an increase of over 40% in the number of women in the Dáil.

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Mar 6th 2016, 8:00 AM

# Getting political

People are voting in the US Democratic primaries this evening... in Dublin

Democrats Abroad have been voting as part of ‘Global Presidential Primary’.

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Mar 1st 2016, 10:31 PM

Voices

'I'm a first time voter and I got to see democracy unfold in front of my eyes at the RDS'

Ruby Hughes was let loose in the RDS count centre and loved it.

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Mar 1st 2016, 5:00 PM

AS IT HAPPENED

WHERE IT'S AT: Neck and neck between Fianna Fáil and Fine Gael as counts go through the night

We have all the news, results and reaction for what has been one of the most dramatic elections in recent times.

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Feb 28th 2016, 2:30 AM

AS IT HAPPENED

LIVEBLOG: Bad news for government TDs as votes counted across the country

Join us throughout the day for the latest news from the count centres.

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Feb 27th 2016, 5:00 PM

# take this ring

Spare a thought for the Arklow voter who lost her engagement ring in the ballot box

Oh NO.

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Feb 27th 2016, 10:24 AM

# Your Say

Poll: Would you back a coalition between Fine Gael and Fianna Fáil?

It’s not an unlikely prospect.

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Feb 27th 2016, 9:35 AM

# Exit Poll

Exit poll: Fianna Fáil surge but it's bad news for Fine Gael-Labour coalition

The first exit poll is in.

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Feb 26th 2016, 10:55 PM

# Your Say

Poll: Will you use your vote today?

Tell us here.

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Feb 26th 2016, 9:02 AM

Good Morning

The 9 at 9 All the news you need to know as you prepare to cast your vote.

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Feb 26th 2016, 8:04 AM

Voices

'This is why my vote is so important to me'

Those with Down Syndrome write about the importance of their vote and why they are engaging in the political system.

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Feb 26th 2016, 8:00 AM

# PR-STV

Explainer: How does Ireland's voting system work?

Here’s all you need to know about what happens to your vote.

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Feb 25th 2016, 8:30 PM

Voices

'Gender quotas won't substantially alter the outcome of the next Dáil'

The question of gender quotas continues to be a turbulent issue, not only in Ireland, writes Jason O’Sullivan.

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Feb 25th 2016, 12:00 PM

Voices

'Living in Hong Kong, my citizenship means more than just what’s written on my passport'

The ‘home to vote’ campaign pushed for us all to come home, the message is different now, writes Aaron Mc Nicholas.

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Feb 25th 2016, 8:00 AM

# Election 2016

The deadline for voter registration is TODAY: here's what you need to know

If you’re still hoping to register, you might want to get your form in sharpish.

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Feb 9th 2016, 8:05 AM

Voices

'I'm an American, but Sarah Palin and Donald Trump do not speak for me'

‘I’m not sure when there began to be such a disconnect between myself and the campaign oratory – and whether I have changed or if it’s the American discourse.’

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Feb 7th 2016, 1:00 PM

# it's on

The eight things you need to know to be ready for this general election

Who runs the country now? How do you vote? And how can you check if you’re registered?

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Feb 3rd 2016, 10:12 AM

# marriage ref effect

Should 16-year-olds be able to vote? One party thinks so

Fianna Fáil also wants politics to be a mandatory school subject.

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Jan 12th 2016, 10:29 AM

# Your Say

Poll: Are you willing to pay more tax to help people with disabilities and the homeless?

Tax cuts are expected in the next Budget because it’s a popular move – would you forego that so services can be improved?

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Sep 19th 2015, 9:25 AM

# Women in Politics

Number of women running in next election already exceeds 2011 levels

So far 89 women have confirmed candidacy – and we don’t even know when they election will be yet.

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Aug 17th 2015, 10:00 AM

Voices

Young people are powerful. Let's harness our newfound voting spirit to change Ireland.

The number who recently registered to vote was enough to elect six TDs…. There’s a new politicised generation that politicians must pay heed to.

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May 29th 2015, 8:30 PM

# pure sound

Des Bishop offered people lifts to vote and loads took him up on it

Brilliant.

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May 22nd 2015, 8:30 PM

# planes trains automobiles

People are coming #HomeToVote and it's making Ireland fierce emotional

Chopping a giant onion here, sorry.

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May 22nd 2015, 6:00 PM

# Explainer

Saw a bible at your polling station? Here's why

Not everyone is happy about the situation.

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May 22nd 2015, 12:09 PM

# polls are open

No selfies or badges: What you need to know before you vote today

Here’s everything you need to know.

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May 22nd 2015, 6:32 AM

# ballot on an island

The voting has already begun in the marriage referendum

Islanders get to cast their vote the day before people on the Irish mainland.

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May 21st 2015, 9:22 PM

# Yes or No

Louis Walsh joins the Irish celebs backing a Yes vote

How are other well-known Irish names voting in the referendum? We take a look.

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May 18th 2015, 3:30 PM

# Just for Laughs

Someone has finally made a properly funny video about the same-sex marriage referendum

Fun for your Friday.

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May 15th 2015, 7:00 PM

# double check

Checktheregister.ie excludes some Dublin streets, but you could still be on the electoral register

Dublin City Council says it is fixing the problem and urged voters to get in touch.

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Apr 24th 2015, 9:50 AM

# Voting

Islamic Centre issues advice to Irish Muslims on same-sex marriage referendum

Shaykh Umar Al-Qadri, said Muslims must believe in equality and inclusiveness.

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Apr 17th 2015, 8:10 AM

Voices

Why is the government trying to push emigrants even further away?

The opinions of thousands of young, educated Irish emigrants are not worth considering – or so the government seems to think.

Apr 8th 2015, 8:00 AM

# Boko Haram

Boko Haram militants shoot Nigerian voters dead at polling stations

Militant group Boko Haram followed through on a warning to disrupt the process.

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Mar 28th 2015, 1:17 PM

# isaac herzog

Netanyahu beat this almost-Irish candidate to stay Israel's Prime Minister

A new government will be formed within weeks.

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Mar 18th 2015, 7:44 AM

# Irish Abroad

Two Irishmen nominated for English Championship player of the month

Peter Lydon and Declan Cusack have both been impressing with their place-kicking and general play.

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Mar 6th 2015, 8:36 AM

Voices

Column: What Ireland can learn from the left-wing party set to win victory in Greece tomorrow

Greece’s Syriza party has an impressive to-do list if it gets into office.

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Jan 24th 2015, 5:15 PM