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Presidential election to take place on October 24th

Presidential election to take place on October 24th

Tue, 02 Sep, 2025

So far, just two candidates have secured enough support to get on the ballot paper.
Everyone in Ireland has trust problem with the US – Connolly

Everyone in Ireland has trust problem with the US – Connolly

Sun, 31 Aug, 2025

The presidential candidate also said she had been energised by a visit to the Electric Picnic music festival.
Taoiseach endorses Jim Gavin as Fianna Fáil’s presidential candidate

Taoiseach endorses Jim Gavin as Fianna Fáil’s presidential candidate

Sat, 30 Aug, 2025

The final decision on the nomination will be made by the party later.
Kelleher welcomes ‘healthy’ competition for presidential nomination

Kelleher welcomes ‘healthy’ competition for presidential nomination

Fri, 29 Aug, 2025

Former taoiseach Bertie Ahern said he was not ruling himself out of the race.
Parties ‘disrespecting’ Constitution by delaying presidential choice – Connolly

Parties ‘disrespecting’ Constitution by delaying presidential choice – Connolly

Thu, 28 Aug, 2025

The independent TD for Galway visited Belfast.
Conflict in Gaza at the ‘realm of non-accountability’, says President

Conflict in Gaza at the ‘realm of non-accountability’, says President

Sat, 23 Aug, 2025

Michael D Higgins described the ongoing conflict as a ‘tragic period’ in the world’s history.
President condemns famine in Gaza City and calls for ‘urgent change’

President condemns famine in Gaza City and calls for ‘urgent change’

Fri, 22 Aug, 2025

The Integrated Food Security Phase Classification said on Friday that famine is occurring in Gaza City and could spread further south.
Fine Gael set for contest as Kelly and Humphreys seek presidential nomination

Fine Gael set for contest as Kelly and Humphreys seek presidential nomination

Tue, 19 Aug, 2025

Two hopefuls have announced their intention to seek Fine Gael’s nomination for president.
Fine Gael to reopen process for presidential candidate as bookies pick new favourite

Fine Gael to reopen process for presidential candidate as bookies pick new favourite

Fri, 15 Aug, 2025

Mairead McGuinness said she made the 'very difficult decision' to stand down following a stay in hospital last week.
President says attacks on Indian community are against Irish values

President says attacks on Indian community are against Irish values

Tue, 12 Aug, 2025

Recent attacks on members of the Indian community in Ireland should be ‘unequivocally condemned’, the President has said.
Explained: What powers does the President of Ireland have?

Explained: What powers does the President of Ireland have?

Mon, 11 Aug, 2025

Established political figures like Catherine Connolly and Mairead McGuinness are lining up alongside unconventional candidates to succeed outgoing President Michael D Higgins.
I do not think McGregor is fit to be president of Ireland, Minister says

I do not think McGregor is fit to be president of Ireland, Minister says

Sun, 10 Aug, 2025

His comments came after MMA fighter Conor McGregor said he is considering a legal challenge to the eligibility rules for presidential elections.
President Higgins to meet Britain's Princess Anne at Áras an Uachtaráin

President Higgins to meet Britain's Princess Anne at Áras an Uachtaráin

Wed, 06 Aug, 2025

Anne last visited the Áras an Uachtaráin in 2004
Politics watch: Taoiseach defends EU-US trade deal amid criticism

Politics watch: Taoiseach defends EU-US trade deal amid criticism

Mon, 28 Jul, 2025

Here, we have a look at the topics likely to dominate political discourse in the week to come
Michael D Higgins tells EU presidents silence on Gaza would be a ‘moral failure’

Michael D Higgins tells EU presidents silence on Gaza would be a ‘moral failure’

Mon, 28 Jul, 2025

Mr Higgins wrote to the Arraiolos Group, an informal organisation representing presidents of EU countries which meets once a year.
Michael Flatley to make bid for Irish presidency, court told

Michael Flatley to make bid for Irish presidency, court told

Fri, 25 Jul, 2025

The choreographer’s plans emerged during a High Court case.
Michael D Higgins to release album of poetry recorded at Áras an Uachtaráin

Michael D Higgins to release album of poetry recorded at Áras an Uachtaráin

Thu, 17 Jul, 2025

The album will be released on September 5th.
Mairead McGuinness confirmed as Fine Gael nominee for presidential race

Mairead McGuinness confirmed as Fine Gael nominee for presidential race

Tue, 15 Jul, 2025

Independent Galway TD Catherine Connolly is expected to announce her intention to run for the presidency on Wednesday.
Labour to ‘seriously’ consider backing former member Connolly for presidency

Labour to ‘seriously’ consider backing former member Connolly for presidency

Tue, 15 Jul, 2025

Independent Galway TD Catherine Connolly has already received the backing of the Social Democrats and People Before Profit.
Michael D Higgins lays wreath to mark National Day of Commemoration

Michael D Higgins lays wreath to mark National Day of Commemoration

Sun, 13 Jul, 2025

Ceremonies took place across Ireland to remember those who died in wars or in service.
Dublin awash with colour as tens of thousands take part in Pride parade

Dublin awash with colour as tens of thousands take part in Pride parade

Sat, 28 Jun, 2025

Organisers said there were more than 12,000 people marching in the annual parade.
Tens of thousands expected to take part in Dublin’s Pride parade

Tens of thousands expected to take part in Dublin’s Pride parade

Sat, 28 Jun, 2025

In his last year as president, Michael D Higgins offered his warmest greetings to all those marking Pride 2025.
Branding those opposed to Netanyahu policies antisemitic is ‘slander’ – President Higgins

Branding those opposed to Netanyahu policies antisemitic is ‘slander’ – President Higgins

Thu, 29 May, 2025

Mr Higgins said there is an active campaign against Ireland in the United States.
O’Neill urges for Irish citizens in north to have vote in presential elections

O’Neill urges for Irish citizens in north to have vote in presential elections

Tue, 27 May, 2025

The Northern Ireland Assembly backed a motion in May calling for all Irish citizens on the island to have the vote.
Annual Garda memorial day made ‘more poignant’ by recent killing of colleague

Annual Garda memorial day made ‘more poignant’ by recent killing of colleague

Sat, 17 May, 2025

Garda Kevin Flatley was killed while on duty last weekend.
Higgins leads congratulations for new Pope Leo XIV in Ireland

Higgins leads congratulations for new Pope Leo XIV in Ireland

Thu, 08 May, 2025

Irish premier Micheal Martin and Northern Ireland’s First Minister Michelle O’Neill have also congratulated the new pontiff.
President criticises Netanyahu following Pope’s funeral

President criticises Netanyahu following Pope’s funeral

Sat, 26 Apr, 2025

President Higgins has criticised Israeli prime minister Benjamin Netanyahu while commenting on the gathering of world leaders at the Pope’s funeral
Pope Francis remains ‘an incredible source of hope’ - President Higgins

Pope Francis remains ‘an incredible source of hope’ - President Higgins

Sat, 26 Apr, 2025

Political leaders across the island of Ireland have reflected on the legacy of Pope Francis after attending his funeral on Saturday.
O’Neill praises Pope’s commitment to peace as she confirms funeral attendance

O’Neill praises Pope’s commitment to peace as she confirms funeral attendance

Fri, 25 Apr, 2025

The Sinn Fein vice president has cut short a family holiday to attend Pope Francis’s funeral in Rome.
President Higgins to attend lying in state of Pope Francis

President Higgins to attend lying in state of Pope Francis

Fri, 25 Apr, 2025

The people of Ireland have ‘appreciation’ for the life of the late pontiff, Michael D Higgins has said.
Former tánaiste Frances Fitzgerald rules out presidential bid

Former tánaiste Frances Fitzgerald rules out presidential bid

Wed, 23 Apr, 2025

She told the Irish Times she will not be seeking the Fine Gael nomination to replace Michael D. Higgins.
Pope Francis had ‘unfinished business’, says Michael D Higgins

Pope Francis had ‘unfinished business’, says Michael D Higgins

Tue, 22 Apr, 2025

The President said he hopes the next pope will build on the steps Francis was able to take.
President and Taoiseach lead tributes to Pope Francis

President and Taoiseach lead tributes to Pope Francis

Mon, 21 Apr, 2025

Taoiseach Micheál Martin said the Pope held a ‘special place in the hearts of Irish people’
President lays wreath at Easter Rising commemoration

President lays wreath at Easter Rising commemoration

Sun, 20 Apr, 2025

The president was remembering those who died in the 1916 armed rebellion.
Councillors would reject Conor McGregor bid for presidential nomination, survey suggests

Councillors would reject Conor McGregor bid for presidential nomination, survey suggests

Sat, 29 Mar, 2025

At least one local authority has convened a meeting to discuss how to respond if McGregor seeks its nomination
Sinn Féin leader Mary Lou McDonald rules out bid for Irish presidency

Sinn Féin leader Mary Lou McDonald rules out bid for Irish presidency

Fri, 21 Mar, 2025

Ms McDonald raised the prospect of her party potentially backing an independent candidate backed by other left-leaning parties.
Micheál Martin: I will not be running for president

Micheál Martin: I will not be running for president

Mon, 17 Mar, 2025

Micheál Martin said he was focused on his work as Taoiseach
Poet Michael Longley touched souls with just a few words, funeral hears

Poet Michael Longley touched souls with just a few words, funeral hears

Sat, 01 Feb, 2025

The acclaimed Belfast poet died last month aged 85.
Deputy first minister criticises Higgins over Gaza comments at Holocaust event

Deputy first minister criticises Higgins over Gaza comments at Holocaust event

Tue, 28 Jan, 2025

Emma Little-Pengelly said the President was ‘absolutely wrong’ to raise the issues at the annual Holocaust memorial event
Tánaiste defends President’s decision to raise Gaza during Holocaust speech

Tánaiste defends President’s decision to raise Gaza during Holocaust speech

Mon, 27 Jan, 2025

Protesters were removed from the memorial event during an address by Michael D Higgins on Sunday.
Protesters removed as President Higgins addresses Holocaust memorial event

Protesters removed as President Higgins addresses Holocaust memorial event

Sun, 26 Jan, 2025

Michael D Higgins emphasised the importance of education to build a peaceful future
‘Deep sadness’ following death of Belfast poet Michael Longley

‘Deep sadness’ following death of Belfast poet Michael Longley

Thu, 23 Jan, 2025

Mr Longley died at the age of 85 after winning world-wide renown for his writing.
Social Democrats founder Róisín Shortall makes move up in Irish President betting

Social Democrats founder Róisín Shortall makes move up in Irish President betting

Fri, 17 Jan, 2025

Candidates from outside the world of politics include GAA President Jarlath Burns (16/1) and RTÉ presenter Miriam O’Callaghan (20/1).

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