Trinity’s Political Science Department Collaborates on 2024 General Election Exit Poll
- The Department of Political Science at Trinity College Dublin is partnering with RTÉ, TG4, and The Irish Times to conduct an exit poll for the upcoming general election...
- The exit poll will involve around 5,000 interviews with voters right after they cast their ballots in 43 constituencies across Ireland.
- Researchers from the Department of Political Science have worked on the questionnaire design in collaboration with TG4, RTÉ, and The Irish Times.
Trinity’s Dept of Political Science Partners on 2024 Exit Poll
The Department of Political Science at Trinity College Dublin is partnering with RTÉ, TG4, and The Irish Times to conduct an exit poll for the upcoming general election in 2024. Ipsos B&A will carry out the poll, which aims to provide the first clear predictions on election outcomes.
The exit poll will involve around 5,000 interviews with voters right after they cast their ballots in 43 constituencies across Ireland. These interviews will be brief, self-administered, and private, designed to closely reflect the voting experience.
Professor Gail McElroy leads this initiative. Researchers from the Department of Political Science have worked on the questionnaire design in collaboration with TG4, RTÉ, and The Irish Times.
Initial results from the exit poll will be released at 10 PM on Friday night, focusing on first preference votes. This will indicate the early support levels for major political parties and independents in the election.
More detailed results will follow over the weekend. They will cover key issues for voters and include additional questions about attitudes and policies, providing a broader understanding of voter sentiment.
On the significance of the exit poll, Professor McElroy stated, “The release of the exit poll results at 10 PM is a highly anticipated moment for candidates, campaign workers, and all who care about elections. It will be one of the most widely watched events of the year.”
She emphasized that exit polls offer valuable insights. Unlike opinion polls, which gauge intentions before voting, exit polls measure actual voting behavior shortly after ballots are cast. This method produces high-quality data that helps political scientists understand voter actions.
Moreover, exit polls typically achieve higher response rates than opinion polls, requiring little adjustment. While they involve a small number of questions, they are essential for analyzing the electorate and complementing other research resources.
Join us on Friday evening for the unveiling of the poll results!