Peter Casey
Peter Casey is a Donegal businessman and former television personality known for his role as a panellist on 'Dragons' Den.' He gained national attention during the 2018 Irish presidential election, where he finished second with 23% of the vote against Michael D. Higgins. Casey has a reputation for his outspoken views on various social and political issues, including migration, neutrality, and European Union relations. He has announced his intention to run for president again in the upcoming election, emphasizing his desire to utilize rarely employed presidential powers and advocating for a change in the balance of power in Ireland. Known for his business acumen, Casey aims to position himself as an ambassador for business if elected.
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Peter Casey drifted into the middle third and was productive.
Limerick show no mercy in putting 14-man Tipperary to the sword in Thurles – The Irish Times
Ireland· 2026-02-22
Peter Casey scored 0-5 in the match, helping Limerick secure their win.
Limerick make no mistake this time around as they take down Kilkenny in a real tussle – The Irish TimesIreland· 2026-02-08
The Independent candidate who came second, Peter Casey, was refunded the full amount of his expenses.
How much will Jim Gavin’s failed presidential bid cost Fianna Fáil? – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-10-14
In terms of the higher profile presidential hopefuls, Peter Casey will be up at around 11.30am.
Presidential hopefuls appear before councils; Hayes to face no sanctions over ‘blackface’ – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-09-16
Former presidential candidate Peter Casey is seeking the nomination but it is not confirmed that he will attend on Monday.
Conor McGregor among 12 presidential hopefuls to address Dublin City Council on Monday – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-09-11
Peter Casey is mentioned as a potential candidate for the presidency.
Since everyone we can agree on has already been president, or is dead, I’ve got an idea – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-09-07
Peter Casey was one of the opponents nominated by local authorities.
Local authorities are ready to listen to presidential hopefuls. Don’t discount this route – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-08-25
Peter Casey, who ran in the 2018 election, has indicated that he will seek a nomination from Donegal County Council.
Pharma businessman Gareth Sheridan enters presidential race as Independents compete for nominations – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-08-10The Independent candidate who came second, Peter Casey.
How much does it cost to run for the Áras? – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-08-05
Peter Casey was repaid the full amount of his expenses from the 2018 election.
Presidential election winner in line for increased election expenses refund of up to €250,000 – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-08-02
Peter Casey is mentioned as a potential candidate for the presidency.
The presidency is not a Rose of Tralee contest for over-35s – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-07-18
So far, lawyer Nick Delehanty; MMA fighter Conor McGregor, businessman Peter Casey; former junior minister Peter Power; MEP Seán Kelly; MEP Mairéad McGuinness; and former minister Mary Hanafin have indicated they intend to run.
Joe Duffy rules himself out of presidential race – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-07-05
Businessman Peter Casey – who ran unsuccessfully as an Independent in 2018 – has suggested he wants to run.
Another chaotic week in Trumpland as Nato summit navigates ‘daddy’ issues – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-06-29
Peter Casey is mentioned as a potential presidential candidate.
So far nobody wants the Presidency and its quarter-of-a-million euro salary. Why? – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-06-18
Peter Casey over-carried the ball in their last attack when even if he had moved it on, the time was up.
The rules that hurling could, and should, steal from football immediately – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-06-14
Peter Casey is an independent candidate who declared he will seek to contest this year’s November election.
Parties’ selection of candidates for Presidential election becoming a late late show – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-05-27
The only person to confirm their intention to contest the election is Donegal businessman and former Dragons’ Den panellist Peter Casey.
Independent senator Aubrey McCarthy expresses interest in possible Áras run – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-03-29
Peter Casey, who ran last time and came second, has announced that he will be running.
Conor McGregor’s presidential hopes are a warning to the Government parties to unite behind a strong candidate – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-03-21
Peter Casey is the only person to confirm their intention to run for president.
David Hall mulling potential run for president – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-03-19Peter Casey made his return to the Limerick team after recovering from an injury.
Limerick bounce back with comfortable win over 14-man Galway – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-03-08
Peter Casey is a businessman and former Dragons’ Den panellist who confirmed his intention to run in the presidential election.
Left-wing parties intensify discussions on joint candidate for presidential election – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-03-05
Peter Casey has confirmed his intention to run in this year’s presidential election.
‘Better prepared’ businessman Peter Casey to run for president again after Higgins departure – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-03-02
