In the lead-up to local and European elections, Fianna Fáil finds itself facing a dip in public favor, hitting its lowest support level in two years. Recent polls indicate a decline from 16% to 14% in backing for the party. Meanwhile, Sinn Féin emerges as the frontrunner, with a 27% share of public support, marking a two-point increase.
Eamon Ryan’s Green Party experienced a slight setback, dropping by one point to a three percent support rate. Simon Harris’ leadership change within Fingael yielded modest gains, with a one-point increase bringing them to 20% popularity. Independent candidates saw a notable uptick, with support rising by two points to 19%.
Both Labor and the Social Democrats maintained steady support levels, while the Anti-People Before Profit and Solidarity People Before Profit parties witnessed declines. As the election landscape takes shape, these shifts in public sentiment signal potential changes in Ireland’s political landscape.