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Live blog with all latest news and results from the Dublin Bay South by-election.

5 things to watch in the Dublin Bay South by-election

After weeks of campaigning, today we will find out who Ireland's newest TD will be. Here are five things we will look out for as the Dublin Bay South by-election count takes place.

Politics • 09 Jul 21

The Dáil has moved the writ confirming the Dublin Bay South by-election for 8 July

Dublin Bay South by-election confirmed for 8 July

The by-election in Dublin Bay South will take place on Thursday, 8 July.

By-Election • 16 Jun 21

Ivana Bacik and her mother Rina at today's launch

By-election not a 'Punch and Judy' contest - Bacik

The Labour Party candidate for the Dublin Bay South by-election, Ivana Bacik has warned against disrespecting voters by "painting it as an either/or contest between a... Punch and Judy alternative".

Politics • 10 Jun 21

All to play for on Dublin Bay South by-election canvass

Politicians and canvassers will be combing the parks and public spaces of Dublin Bay South this bank holiday weekend in the hope of swaying voters in the upcoming by-election.

Politics • 05 Jun 21

Former MEP Lynn Boylan said the by-election would be a referendum on the Government's housing policy

SF's Boylan likely to put name forward for by-election

Sinn Féin Senator Lynn Boylan has strongly indicated that she will put her name forward for selection at a party convention this week to choose a candidate for the Dublin Bay South by-election.

Politics • 31 May 21

Geoghegan only FG candidate nominated for by-election

Fine Gael councillor James Geoghegan was the only candidate nominated by party members in the Dublin Bay South constituency by today's deadline for candidates for the upcoming by-election.

Politics • 10 May 21

The postal ballot for the Fine Gael nomination will take place over two weeks

Geoghegan gathers support for by-election FG nomination

Fine Gael Councillor James Geoghegan has secured the support of the 12 party branches in Dublin Bay South for the area's by-election.

Politics • 06 May 21

Dublin Bay South by-election an intriguing contest

Several political parties have confirmed that they will soon select candidates for the by-election arising from the resignation of Fine Gael TD Eoghan Murphy.

Politics • 27 Apr 21

Lucinda Creighton said last night's debate was a good opportunity for the smaller parties

Creighton says outgoing govt will not be returned

Renua leader Lucinda Creighton has said we are now entering a critical period of Election 2016 as a lot of people will make up their minds on who to vote for by next Tuesday.

Election 2016 • 16 Feb 16

Renua argues that the Irish tax system is too complex

Renua says flat tax would replace 17 current taxes

A vote for Renua Ireland means you will no longer have to pay for your motor tax, your TV licence and 15 other 'taxes' according to a statement from the fledgling party’s leader today.

Election 2016 • 09 Feb 16

Eamon Ryan says the Green Party could surprise people with their election showing

Greens hoping to surpass expectations

Just a handful of journalists turned up for the Green Party media event on College Green this afternoon. Five years ago it was a party of government, writes Conor McMorrow of RTÉ's Political Staff.

Election 2016 • 08 Feb 16

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