Thursday, May 24, emerges as likely election date

There is growing speculation that the Taoiseach will set Thursday, May 24th, as the date for this year's general election.

There is growing speculation that the Taoiseach will set Thursday, May 24, as the date for this year's general election.

The previous thinking was that the election would take place on Friday, May 25, but recent comments by Bertie Ahern suggest the fourth Thursday of the month is his preferred choice.