Local Elections Ireland 2024 Candidates. Fine gael and fianna fáil performed better than many pollsters predicted in friday’s local elections, while sinn féin failed to meet expectations after running a record. Sinn féin is fielding 335 candidates in the local election, 45 per cent of whom are women.

Sinn féin is fielding 335 candidates in the local election, 45 per cent of whom are women. Use our interactive map to find everything you need to know about your council area