Irish general election, 1992 - Definition

The election for the 27th Dáil was held on November 25, 1992.

Results

Overview

Albert Reynolds fought his first and only election as leader of Fianna Fáil. It was one of the worst election performances for the Party in its history. John Bruton fought his first election as leader also and fared just as badly. The Labour Party recorded its best ever result and effectively held the balance of power. Having promised before the election that it wouldn't enter into coalition with Fianna Fáil thats exactly what happened. Against all the expectations Albert Reynolds was back as Taoiseach with Dick Spring becoming Tánaiste.

Notable retirees: Two former Taoisigh, Charles Haughey and Garret FitzGerald.

By-Elections

• June 9, 1994: In Dublin South Central Fianna Fáil retain their seat in the constituency. However, on the same day in Mayo West Fianna Fáil loses its seat to Fine Gael.
• November 10, 1994: In Cork North Central the Labour Party loses its seat to the Democratic Left. Meanwhile in Cork South Central Fine Gael win one seat at the expense of the Progressive Democrats.
• June 29, 1995: In Wicklow Independent, Mildred Fox, retains her father's seat following his death.
• April 2, 1996: In Donegal North East Fianna Fáil regian a seat from the Independent, Neil Blaney. In Dublin West Fianna Fáil retain its seat when Brian Lenihan, Jr replaces his father.

See also

• Government of the 27th Dáil