The polls open on Friday.

Polling stations will open at 7 am and close at 10 pm, with citizens nationwide casting their ballots to decide the makeup of the 34th Dáil Éireann.

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2024 Irish General Election: Follow live

Major parties vying for control include Fianna Fáil, Fine Gael, and Sinn Féin, alongside smaller parties and independent candidates.

Opinion polls leading up to the election have indicated a tight race.

Sinn Féin, Fianna Fáil, Fine Gael, and the other parties, have been fiercely debating key issues influencing voters including housing, healthcare, and the cost of living.

Young voters, in particular, are seen as a significant demographic, with many citing frustration over the housing crisis as a primary concern.

Votes will be counted on Saturday, with results expected over the following days.

Coalition negotiations are almost certain, with no party expected to secure a majority.

Stay tuned for live updates as Ireland’s election unfolds.