A new Journal.ie study shows candidates spent an average of €20,000 in last year's election.
Sinn Fein retained their hold in Longford-Westmeath despite spending less than the average amount on campaigns.
A new study from The Journal.ie is highlighting the average spend of candidates during last year's general election, which was around €20,000.
Fianna Fail's Robert Troy spent the most on his spent the most on his re-election campaign at almost €30,000.
While Sinn Fein's rep Sorca Clarke took the second seat ahead of Deputy Troy, after spending just €12,700 on her campaign.
Investigative journalist from the Journal.ie Conor O'Carroll says even the cost of posters adds up:
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