Prince Philip, the husband of Britain’s Queen, is to visit Ireland tomorrow for an awards ceremony in Dublin.
President Mary McAleese is also guest of honour at the special ceremony at the National Concert Hall.
The ceremony is being held to mark the 21st anniversary of Gaisce or the President's Award and the 50th anniversary of the Duke of Edinburgh's Award.
President McAleese and Prince Philip will present Gaisce awards to 91 young people from throughout Ireland.
Following the ceremony, President McAleese will host a private lunch in honour of the Duke of Edinburgh at Iveagh House.
It is understood the prince will also pay a courtesy call on the Taoiseach, Bertie Ahern, at Government Buildings.
