For this edition of the Inside Politics podcast, Hugh Linehan’s usual role as host has been taken on by Political Editor Pat Leahy, delivering a substantial review of the approaching local and European elections. Jennifer Bray revisits the political dynamics that shaped the 2019 local polls, which saw the emergence of the ‘Green wave’ and the stumbling performance of Sinn Féin.
Jack Horgan-Jones discusses how recent developments such as the pandemic, a cost of living crisis, and the European war have influenced voter decisions and ingrained trends in politics. Drawing down on issues, candidate profiles, and political groups within the extensive European election constituities are Harry McGee and Cormac McQuinn.
A particularly thrilling electoral contest to keep an eye on will take place on June 7th, as Limerick city and county citizens will cast their ballots to elect the first directly-elected mayor of Ireland.
This comprehensive examination of the imminent pollings is a must-listen if the upcoming ballots have not featured heavily on your mental radar.