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The candidates in the presidential election will on Thursday embark on a frantic final round of campaigning in advance of polling day.
Left-wing Independent Catherine Connolly got a boost on Wednesday evening with another poll suggesting she has a considerable lead over Fine Gael’s Heather Humphreys and is on course to win the election.
The 10th president of Ireland will be decided by voters this Friday, with polling stations open from 7am to 10pm.
The result should be known by Saturday evening.
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