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The votes have all been cast, but when will we know the results of the two byelections?

We should know who the two newest TDs in the Dáil are by this evening.

Jane Matthews

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Yesterday

22nd May 2026

cast your vote

Close to 50% turnout in parts of Galway West and Dublin Central for byelections

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