The 2025 Irish presidential election took place on October 24, 2025, to elect the tenth president of Ireland. Catherine Connolly, an independent lawmaker on the far left of the Irish political spectrum, won the election in a landslide victory, securing 63.4% of the vote.
Key Details:
Candidates: – Catherine Connolly (Independent) – Heather Humphreys (Fine Gael) – Jim Gavin (Fianna Fáil)
Results:
Catherine Connolly: 914,143 votes (63.36%) – Heather Humphreys: 424,987 votes (29.46%)
Jim Gavin: 103,568 votes (7.18%)
Turnout: 45.8% of eligible voters
About Catherine Connolly:
A veteran lawmaker and clinical psychologist – Served as deputy speaker of Ireland’s lower house
Known for her far-left views and criticism of the EU and US
Supported by Sinn Féin, Labour Party, and other left-wing parties
Significance:
Connolly’s victory marks a significant shift in Irish politics, potentially boosting the left-wing opposition’s hopes for future elections.
The election result may also lead to increased scrutiny of the centre-right coalition’s policies and performance .
