Sinn Féin to run most candidates in modern era

SINN FÉIN will stand at least 40 candidates in 37 consistencies in the upcoming election, the largest number the modern organisation bearing that name has stood for the Dáil.

In three constituencies, Cavan-Monaghan, Mayo, and Carlow-Kilkenny the party is pursuing a two-candidate strategy in a hope of maximising votes in distinct local areas.

Launching his party’s campaign yesterday Sinn Féin Dáil leader Caoimhghín Ó Caoláin made clear that a rejection of the EU/IMF deal, described as “not acceptable” and “ruinous for Ireland” would be its central electoral message along with the need for job creation.