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WE have reached the final countdown to three elections in Limerick, one of which will see history made.

Locally, voters will determine which of the 90 candidates will fill the 40 seats in Limerick City and County Council.

In terms of the European stage, the Limerick electorate will vote on the 23 candidates who are to contest the election for the European Parliament in the Ireland South constituency.

And, of course, on June 7, the people of Limerick city and county - unlike the rest of the country - will have a third vote, they will vote in a landmark election to decide who the inaugural directly elected mayor of Limerick will be.

In what is a first for Limerick, and indeed Ireland, the people of Limerick will elect a mayor - from 15 candidates - through a direct vote.

This historic election will decide who will lead on critical matters that affect each and everyone of us including the annual budget for Limerick and a housing strategy for the city and county.

READ MORE ABOUT THE ELECTIONS ON OUR DEDICATED SECTION

The person chosen to be mayor will become a powerful voice for Limerick at national level, having a mandate and the right to be consulted by Government on all matters of importance to Limerick.

These three elections represent a hugely significant juncture in the life of Limerick and its people - how we vote will shape the future of our communities.

Your participation is crucial.

Finally, after your vote is cast, make sure to keep up to date with all the news from the count centre at Limerick Racecourse where the Leader team will be situated all weekend providing live updates on every election as it happens.

Our website www.limericklive.ie will be a one-stop-shop for all your election needs!

Your vote is your voice; let it be heard on June 7.