European elections: Immigration a wildcard issue that could lead to big-name fallers in Dublin

Daly and Andrews well placed to retain seats, but anger towards Greens leaves Cuffe in battle

Frances Fitzgerald is Dublin's only sitting MEP not seeking re-election. Photo: Maxwells

Philip Ryan

The Dublin constituency in the European elections could be somewhat predictable if recent history is repeated, but it could also throw up a shock or two as the country grapples with record levels of immigration.

The changing landscape of the capital, which includes rising levels of homelessness coupled with the weekly arrival of hundreds of asylum-seekers, provides a fascinating backdrop as the public prepare to vote.