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Mary Robinson speaking at the ceremony held in Atlantic Technological University, Mayo

Mary Robinson conferred with an honorary doctorate at ATU

The former President of Ireland and UN High Commissioner for Human Rights, Mary Robinson, has been conferred with an honorary doctorate from Atlantic Technological University (ATU).

Regional • 02 Dec 24

The Taoiseach has criticised Israel for cutting off electricity and water supplies to Gaza

Israel cannot breach international law - Taoiseach

Taoiseach Leo Varadkar has criticised Israel for cutting off electricity and water supplies to Gaza, calling the actions "not acceptable," and saying they may breach international law.

Ireland • 13 Oct 23

Mary Robinson said today that the international community has to end impunity

Robinson calls for special UN tribunal on Ukraine

Former President Mary Robinson has called for a special United Nations tribunal to hold Russia to account on crimes against humanity, particularly in Mariupol.

Ukraine • 05 Apr 22

John Major's 'marvellous evening' in Dublin

8 things we learned from the State Papers: Day two

"Mind-boggling" and "rubbish": John Bruton didn't pull his punches when he heard about a plan to bring the North's political leaders on safari to South Africa.

State Papers • 29 Dec 21

Mary Robinson with Princess Latifa in January 2019

Mary Robinson said she was misled over Dubai princess

Former president Mary Robinson has said she was "misled" in relation to the case of Princess Latifa Al Maktoum, the daughter of the ruler of Dubai.

World • 16 Feb 21

Mary Robinson will lead the panel investigating Akinwumi Adesina

Mary Robinson to lead inquiry into AfDB leader

Former president Mary Robinson will lead a panel to investigate the leader of the African Development Bank, accused by whistleblowers of corruption, the bank said.

World • 02 Jul 20

Former president Mary Robinson helps to unveil the Doomsday Clock

Doomsday clock closer to midnight than ever before

The Bulletin of Atomic Scientists has moved the Doomsday clock to one hundred seconds to midnight in recognition of the growing threat from nuclear war, climate change, and disinformation.

World • 23 Jan 20

Marian Finucane had great 'empathy', said Mary Robinson (pic: RollingNews.ie)

Finucane a 'trailblazer' who moved agendas - Robinson

Former president of Ireland Mary Robinson has said she will remember veteran RTÉ broadcaster Marian Finucane as a "trailblazer", who leaves behind a "great legacy".

Ireland • 03 Jan 20

Mrs Robinson said there are opportunities over the next decade for firms who embrace the sustainability agenda

Firms must pressure and support politicians on climate

Former President Mary Robinson has said it is extraordinary that many business leaders are more engaged, ambitious and thoughtful on climate issues than political leaders tend to be.

Business • 28 Nov 19

Authorities in the UAE released pictures of the meeting between Sheikha Latifa and Mary Robinson (United Arab Emirates Foreign Ministry)

Robinson defends comments after Sheikha Latifa meeting

Former president Mary Robinson has defended her comments about a meeting she had with a princess who tried to flee the United Arab Emirates earlier this year and was feared missing.

World • 28 Dec 18

Mary Robinson said that a carbon tax is needed, but that it must be fair

Ireland 'on right track' in relation to climate change

Former President of Ireland Mary Robinson has said this country has a long way to catch up regarding climate change, but it is on the right track.

Environment • 04 Dec 18

Mary Robinson appointed as chair of The Elders

Mary Robinson has been appointed as chair of international NGO The Elders, which was founded by Nelson Mandela and works in the areas of peace and human rights.

World • 02 Nov 18

Former president Mary Robinson said a hard border could result in a return to violence

Hard border a threat to peace process - Robinson

Former president Mary Robinson has said "mischief-makers" may be lying in wait to cause trouble if a hard border is imposed on the island of Ireland.

Brexit • 20 Oct 18

Mary Robinson says US will become 'a rogue state' if it pulls out of the Paris climate change agreement

Robinson in warning over US stance on Paris accord

Former president Mary Robinson has said the United States will become "a rogue state" if it pulls out of the Paris climate change agreement.

World • 10 May 17

Mary Robinson said negotiations regarding the purchase of her former family home by Mayo County Council were moving forward

Robinson optimistic about Ballina Presidential Library

Former president Mary Robinson has said she is optimistic that plans for a Presidential Library in her hometown will be realised.

Connacht • 27 Apr 17

Mary Robinson left the office of president in September 1997

Robinson: Leaving presidency early 'a mistake'

Former Irish president Mary Robinson has said her decision to move to the United Nations before her term as president ended was "a mistake".

News • 10 Feb 17

Mary Robinson will leave her role as Special Envoy for the Great Lakes region of Africa

Robinson appointed UN climate change envoy

Former President Mary Robinson has been appointed as United Nations Special Envoy for Climate Change.

News • 14 Jul 14

Efforts to resolve the 20-year conflict in DR Congo will be discussed

Robinson: Role for women in resolving conflict

Former President Mary Robinson has said the involvement of women is central to achieving peace in parts of the world where there is conflict.

News • 01 Jul 14

Mary Robinson said State visit by President Michael D Higgins was an important event

Robinson welcomes Higgins State visit to Britain

Former President Mary Robinson has said next weeks State visit by President Michael D Higgins to Britain is the most important rounding off of a gradual realisation that both countries have to have normal relations.

News • 04 Apr 14

President Michael D Higgins has accepted the invitation to become the first Irish head of State to make an official State visit to Britain

Robinson welcomes planned State visit to Britain

Former president Mary Robinson has described the invitation issued by Britain's Queen to President Michael D Higgins as a chance for Ireland and Britain to heal the wounds of the past.

News • 18 Nov 13

Eamon Gilmore was speaking after meeting The Elders at Iveagh House

Call for labels on Israeli settlement products

Tánaiste has said Ireland will push for an EU-wide move to label products produced in illegal Israeli settlements, and will introduce labelling unilaterally if agreement is not reached.

News • 10 May 13