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What Ireland’s 2025 presidential nominees say on LGBTQ+ rights

Ireland & News & Today's Top Story & Top News 24 Sep 2025

With three candidates vying to succeed Michael D. Higgins, we break down where Heather Humphreys, Jim Gavin, and Catherine Connolly stand on LGBTQ+ rights, social issues, and more.

Written by Sarah Creighton Keogh

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Competition: Win Dublin City painting by queer artist Shane Johnson

Competition 20 Oct 2025

Anti-LGBTQ+ hate crimes and censorship have escalated since 2020, new report finds
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International Court of Justice states Israel must allow aid into Gaza
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Essential tips for an epic queer Halloween party
Entertainment & Events & Lifestyle 22 Oct 2025
New edition of Elska magazine captures "ordinary" gay men of extraordinary LA
Books & Entertainment 22 Oct 2025
Widespread misinformation and deepfake videos spread ahead of Presidential election
Ireland & News & Top News 22 Oct 2025
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Irish politicians and community groups condemn Citywest riots targeting migrants centre
Ireland & News & Top News 22 Oct 2025
Colman Domingo set to play the Cowardly Lion in upcoming Wicked sequel
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News & Top News 21 Oct 2025
Competition: Win Dublin City painting by queer artist Shane Johnson
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9 powerful queer Black films to add to your watchlist
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Cork author celebrates LGBTQ+ parenting in heartwarming new book
Books & Entertainment 20 Oct 2025
New bill to decriminalise sex work in Ireland launched
Ireland & News & Top News 20 Oct 2025
Spooktacular Halloween events in Ireland you should check out
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How the Louth & Meath Education and Training Board supports LGBTQ+ learners
Ireland 17 Oct 2025
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GCN is a free, vital resource for Ireland’s LGBTQ+ community since 1988.

GCN is a trading name of National LGBT Federation CLG, a registered charity - Charity Number: 20034580.

GCN relies on the generous support of the community and allies to sustain the crucial work that we do. Producing GCN is costly, and, in an industry which has been hugely impacted by rising costs, we need your support to help sustain and grow this vital resource.

Supporting GCN for as little as €1.99 per month will help us continue our work as Ireland’s free, independent LGBTQ+ media.

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