Local, EU and Limerick Mayoral Elections: All you need to know before heading to polls

Those in Limerick will also have the option to vote in the mayoral election, which will see the country’s first Democratically Elected Mayor (DEM).

Here is everything you need to know on the day, from registration up until you cast your votes and when the count takes place.

Local Elections

Local elections are held in Ireland every five years to elect councillors as public representatives on local authorities, of which there are 31, including a mix of county and city councils. Each council has a certain amount of seats to be filled.

As you prepare to vote in the local elections, you will firstly need to check if you are eligible to vote.

In order to cast a vote, you must meet the following requirements:

• Be over 18 years of age
• Live in the local electoral area
• Be listed on the Register of Electors

If you wish to check if you are on the Electoral Register, visit checktheregister.ie or enquire at a local authority office.

If you are not on the Electoral Register, the deadline for registering…

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