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flag Irish poll shows Sinn Féin leads, coalition parties at historic lows, Martin's approval at five-year low.

flag A new Irish Times/Ipsos B&A poll released October 18, 2025, shows Taoiseach Micheál Martin’s approval rating at 33%, a five-year low, following a 11-point drop. flag Fianna Fáil’s support fell to 17%, while Sinn Féin surged to 27%, overtaking both major parties. flag Fine Gael rose slightly to 18%. flag Combined support for the traditional coalition partners hit a historic low of 35%. flag Government satisfaction dropped to 31%, and Sinn Féin leader Mary Lou McDonald emerged as the most popular party leader with 39% approval.

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