Liadh Ní Riada
Liadh Ní Riada is an Irish politician and former member of the European Parliament for Sinn Féin, known for her advocacy on issues such as environmental protection and social justice. She gained national attention during the 2018 presidential election, where she represented Sinn Féin and received 6.4 percent of the vote, reflecting the party's struggles in presidential campaigns.
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Sinn Féin spent some €209,716 on its 2018 candidate Liadh Ní Riada’s campaign.
How much will Jim Gavin’s failed presidential bid cost Fianna Fáil? – The Irish Times
Ireland· 2025-10-14
Liadh Ní Riada was named as a candidate by Sinn Féin in 2018.
Who will be Sinn Féin’s nominee for president? An insider says the ground may be shifting – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-09-06
Liadh Ní Riada was the Sinn Féin candidate in the 2018 election but did not qualify for reimbursement.
Presidential election winner in line for increased election expenses refund of up to €250,000 – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-08-02
Liadh Ní Riada was the Sinn Féin MEP who came fourth in the 2018 presidential contest.
Little appetite in Sinn Féin for Mary Lou McDonald to run for president – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-07-26In the 2018 election, candidate Liadh Ní Riada received just 6.4 per cent of the vote.
Presidential election starting to look like a lose-lose bet for Sinn Féin – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-03-25
