Both the Taoiseach and Tánaiste are congratulating Catherine Connolly on her Presidential election win.
The Independent TD will be declared President-elect this evening when all the results are in. Currently, 31 out of 40 first counts have been completed.
155,467 votes are spoiled so far, with some people writing unusual names on the ballots, including Brad Pitt and Dustin the Turkey.
A first count is expected around 5 or 6 PM.
Author's summary: Catherine Connolly wins Ireland's Presidential election.