Dragon's Den star and businessman Gavin Duffy has said seven years is long enough for anyone to hold the position of President.

As an Irish speaker, viewer, and former board member of TG4, I am extremely disappointed by the broadcaster’s apparent decision not to convene a candidates’ debate as Gaeilge during the current presidential campaign.

Loans, vaccines, a border poll, and the presidential salary were some of the opening topics juggled by candidates during a cautious but fast-paced opening debate in the race for Áras an Uachtaráin.

Gavin Duffy has secured the presidential nomination from Waterford City and County Council.

Latest: A Presidential hopeful has said she would welcome Donald Trump to the Áras an Uachtaráin and would do so wearing a Marilyn Monroe outfit if asked.

Hit his rival hard, encourage a crowded cannon fodder candidate list, and then wait to reap the second preference vote transfer rewards which could push him on to a shock victory.

Posters featuring presidential hopeful Gavin Duffy are being taken down around Drogheda by Louth County Council.

Presidential hopeful Gavin Duffy says he welcomes transparency in the run-up to the election.

Dragon’s Den star, Gavin Duffy, will not give back part of his salary, if elected president.

Fianna Fáil TD Éamon Ó Cuív has been urged to make a public statement on his potential presidential intentions amid growing speculation he could be set to enter the Áras race.

A Fianna Fáil TD says he will break the party line and will not be supporting Michael D Higgins for President.

The double standards and discomfort of Michael D Higgins’ self-appointed adherents is comedy gold, writes Gerard Howlin

Latest: Joan Freeman was one of three hopefuls making presentations to Waterford Council.

Businessman Gavin Duffy says his ability to make big decisions will be key in making him a good president.

The businessman is required to get the backing of four councils before he can put his name on the ballot paper.

Businessman and TV personality Gavin Duffy will formally enter the presidential race within a week after leaning heavily on Fianna Fáil to allow councillors to nominate a contender for the role.

Businessman and TV personality Gavin Duffy will formally enter the presidential race within a week after leaning heavily on Fianna Fáil to allow councillors to nominate a contender for the role.

From Italian fashion to food and photo-sharing, a select group of start-up companies based in the heart of Cork City are embarking on a 12-week course designed to hone their skills across an eclectic range of issues.

Mayo manager James Horan has called former Connacht captain Gavin Duffy into his senior squad.