As the general election approaches in Ireland, major political parties are intensifying their campaigns. Fine Gael’s Simon Harris is canvassing in Dublin, while Fianna Fáil leader Micheál Martin is focused on Kildare constituencies. Sinn Féin’s Mary Lou McDonald is visiting schools and meeting activists in Cork and Limerick. The Green Party is emphasizing plans to redevelop derelict properties, and the Labour Party is set to reveal renter protection proposals. The Social Democrats plan to launch a Renters’ Charter, alongside initiatives to address domestic violence. Meanwhile, People Before Profit aims to protect national neutrality.