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An Irish parliamentary term is at maximum 5 years. A general election can in theory come quicker than that, should a government fall and an election is called, but 5 years is the longest term allowed. Local elections for councils must happen every 5 years and have a fixed cycle. By-elections happen occasionally, usually due to the death of an elected politician. Elections to the European parliament occur every 5 years too, having a fixed term. An Irish President has a maximum term of 7 years, but can serve 2 terms. If the main political parties all agree on one candidate, there does not have to be an election for the President. An Irish President is the head of state, but has no political powers.
The last general election was in May 2007, so there must be an election by May 2012. The current President's term ends in 2011. There will be a new President as the current President, Mary McAleese, is on her second term. Local council elections and European elections are due to happen in June 2009.
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Do free elections take place in Ireland?
Yes, Ireland does have free elections. It is a democratic country.
What method of PR is used in Ireland?
Ireland uses the Single Transferable Vote system of Proportional Representation for General Elections and other elections.
Can a person living in Northern Ireland vote in the Republic of Ireland?
Citizens of the Republic of Ireland can vote in elections there. Someone from Northern Ireland who is not a citizen of the Republic of Ireland does not have a vote in an election in the Republic of Ireland. Someone from the Republic of Ireland who is living in Northern Ireland and is still on the registrar of electors in the Republic of Ireland can vote there.Citizens of the Republic of Ireland can vote in elections there. Someone from Northern Ireland who is not a citizen of the Republic of Ireland does not have a vote in an election in the Republic of Ireland. Someone from the Republic of Ireland who is living in Northern Ireland and is still on the registrar of electors in the Republic of Ireland can vote there.Citizens of the Republic of Ireland can vote in elections there. Someone from Northern Ireland who is not a citizen of the Republic of Ireland does not have a vote in an election in the Republic of Ireland. Someone from the Republic of Ireland who is living in Northern Ireland and is still on the registrar of electors in the Republic of Ireland can vote there.Citizens of the Republic of Ireland can vote in elections there. Someone from Northern Ireland who is not a citizen of the Republic of Ireland does not have a vote in an election in the Republic of Ireland. Someone from the Republic of Ireland who is living in Northern Ireland and is still on the registrar of electors in the Republic of Ireland can vote there.Citizens of the Republic of Ireland can vote in elections there. Someone from Northern Ireland who is not a citizen of the Republic of Ireland does not have a vote in an election in the Republic of Ireland. Someone from the Republic of Ireland who is living in Northern Ireland and is still on the registrar of electors in the Republic of Ireland can vote there.Citizens of the Republic of Ireland can vote in elections there. Someone from Northern Ireland who is not a citizen of the Republic of Ireland does not have a vote in an election in the Republic of Ireland. Someone from the Republic of Ireland who is living in Northern Ireland and is still on the registrar of electors in the Republic of Ireland can vote there.Citizens of the Republic of Ireland can vote in elections there. Someone from Northern Ireland who is not a citizen of the Republic of Ireland does not have a vote in an election in the Republic of Ireland. Someone from the Republic of Ireland who is living in Northern Ireland and is still on the registrar of electors in the Republic of Ireland can vote there.Citizens of the Republic of Ireland can vote in elections there. Someone from Northern Ireland who is not a citizen of the Republic of Ireland does not have a vote in an election in the Republic of Ireland. Someone from the Republic of Ireland who is living in Northern Ireland and is still on the registrar of electors in the Republic of Ireland can vote there.Citizens of the Republic of Ireland can vote in elections there. Someone from Northern Ireland who is not a citizen of the Republic of Ireland does not have a vote in an election in the Republic of Ireland. Someone from the Republic of Ireland who is living in Northern Ireland and is still on the registrar of electors in the Republic of Ireland can vote there.Citizens of the Republic of Ireland can vote in elections there. Someone from Northern Ireland who is not a citizen of the Republic of Ireland does not have a vote in an election in the Republic of Ireland. Someone from the Republic of Ireland who is living in Northern Ireland and is still on the registrar of electors in the Republic of Ireland can vote there.Citizens of the Republic of Ireland can vote in elections there. Someone from Northern Ireland who is not a citizen of the Republic of Ireland does not have a vote in an election in the Republic of Ireland. Someone from the Republic of Ireland who is living in Northern Ireland and is still on the registrar of electors in the Republic of Ireland can vote there.
What has the author Sydney Elliott written?
Sydney Elliott has written: 'Northern Ireland, the first election to the European Parliament' -- subject(s): Elections, European Parliament 'Northern Ireland parliamentary election results, 1921-1972' -- subject(s): Elections, Northern Ireland, Northern Ireland. Parliament. House of Commons, Statistics
When did the irish women get the right to vote?
In Ireland, the right to vote was granted to women in 1898 for local government elections, and in 1918 for general elections.
How many direct EU elections has Ireland been involved in since it joined?
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Who represents Ireland today?
Mary McAleese is the current president. Right now they are holding elections, and may be the first country to elect a gay president (Open Gay President) in 2011 Elections. (:
Where do people in Ireland vote?
During elections in Ireland local polling offices are set up in public buildings such as community centres or schools. People then go to the place they are requested to on their polling cards. It is also possible to have a postal vote.During elections in Ireland local polling offices are set up in public buildings such as community centres or schools. People then go to the place they are requested to on their polling cards. It is also possible to have a postal vote.During elections in Ireland local polling offices are set up in public buildings such as community centres or schools. People then go to the place they are requested to on their polling cards. It is also possible to have a postal vote.During elections in Ireland local polling offices are set up in public buildings such as community centres or schools. People then go to the place they are requested to on their polling cards. It is also possible to have a postal vote.During elections in Ireland local polling offices are set up in public buildings such as community centres or schools. People then go to the place they are requested to on their polling cards. It is also possible to have a postal vote.During elections in Ireland local polling offices are set up in public buildings such as community centres or schools. People then go to the place they are requested to on their polling cards. It is also possible to have a postal vote.During elections in Ireland local polling offices are set up in public buildings such as community centres or schools. People then go to the place they are requested to on their polling cards. It is also possible to have a postal vote.During elections in Ireland local polling offices are set up in public buildings such as community centres or schools. People then go to the place they are requested to on their polling cards. It is also possible to have a postal vote.During elections in Ireland local polling offices are set up in public buildings such as community centres or schools. People then go to the place they are requested to on their polling cards. It is also possible to have a postal vote.During elections in Ireland local polling offices are set up in public buildings such as community centres or schools. People then go to the place they are requested to on their polling cards. It is also possible to have a postal vote.During elections in Ireland local polling offices are set up in public buildings such as community centres or schools. People then go to the place they are requested to on their polling cards. It is also possible to have a postal vote.
What are the requirements to vote in Ireland?
You have to be over 18 to be able to vote. There are different types of elections, and some have different requirements than others, like your nationality. It is more open for local elections than for General Elections. Irish citizens may vote at every election and referendum. British citizens may vote at Dáil (the Irish parliament) elections, European elections and local elections. Other European Union (EU) citizens may vote at European and local elections. Non-EU citizens may vote at local elections only.
How often must a presidential election be held in ireland?
An Irish parliament's term is 5 years, but an election can happen before that. Not all parliaments run their full term, so elections often happen sooner than that. There were 3 general elections in 18 months in the early 1980s.
What has the author Maisie McMullan written?
Maisie McMullan has written: 'Maisie McMullan' -- subject(s): Elections, North Down (Northern Ireland), North Down (Northern Ireland). Borough Council, United Ulster Unionist Council
Why does Ireland favor a coalition government?
It is not a case that Ireland favours a coalition government, but that the elections often result in them. There are a number of main political parties in Ireland, not just two as in many countries. The electoral system is a proportional representation system. As this is the case, it is hard for one party to get an overall majority in a general election. The result of that is that there are often coalition governments in Ireland.
