With counting now concluded in the local elections, we can report that over 70 pro-life candidates were elected to City and County Councils across the country with 30 of those candidates based in the more urban counties of Dublin, Cork and Galway.
The success of so many pro-life candidates in the local elections reflects a resurgence for the movement and is proof that the pro-life position remains a powerful force within the country. The number of pro-life councillors elected has increased significantly since the 2019 local elections.
Having more pro-life representatives elected to public office presents a real opportunity to promote policies that align with pro-life values, including initiatives aimed at reducing the soaring abortion rate and improving supports for women experiencing an unplanned pregnancy.
The pro-life candidates who stood for election are the ones who deserve the real credit for what has happened. It is their sacrifices and hard work that made it all possible. Pro-life volunteers who canvassed or leafletted for candidates also played a very important role.
**While at the time of writing, the counts in the European Parliament elections have not concluded, some well known candidates who support abortion have lost their seats and it looks like two candidates who are closer to the pro-life position will be elected.
