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Heather Humphreys

Fine Gael presidential candidate, Fine Gael

2 articles · 19 August 2025 to 25 October 2025

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Finished second with 28.2% of the vote as the candidate of the largest party in the governing coalition.
Confirmed she is seeking the Fine Gael nomination for the Irish presidency, citing her unionist family background and desire to deepen north-south relations.

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Catherine Connolly wins Irish presidency with 64.7% as turnout falls to 46.3%

Independent progressive candidate backed by left-wing parties defeats Fine Gael's Heather Humphreys in election marked by record spoiled ballots and widespread anger at the centre-right coalition.

Marek Jankowski25 October 20257 min read

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Fine Gael reopens presidential nominations as Humphreys and Kelly enter race

Former minister Heather Humphreys and MEP Seán Kelly seek party nomination after Mairead McGuinness withdrew on health grounds; election must occur before Michael D Higgins leaves office in November.

Sofia Marchetti19 August 20257 min read

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