Seventeen candidates seek to serve Galway West
Wed, May 20, 2026
Seventeen candidates will contest the seat vacated by Catherine Connolly’s election to the presidency.
The Galway Advertiser reached out, to see what they have to say for themselves, and offered all an opportunity to win your vote. Most candidates have their own websites or social media pages which spell out their promises and policies in finer detail.
We asked all: ‘Why should Galwegians vote for you?’ and gave each the same space to reply.
News
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Competitions
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Jobs
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CASTING CALL
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Property
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Motors
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