A record 248 women are running for office in Ireland, marking a significant push for gender equality in politics.

A record 248 women are running for office in Ireland's upcoming General Election, marking a 53% increase from the previous election. This surge is highlighted by Women for Election, which supports women in politics, emphasizing the importance of increasing female representation in parliament, where women currently hold only 23% of seats. Ireland ranks 104th globally for women's representation in government.

November 17, 2024
13 Articles

Further Reading