President condemns racism in St Patrick's Day message President Michael D Higgins has highlighted and condemned racism in his message to mark St Patrick's Day. Ireland • 16 Mar
Britain's queen consistently aimed for peace - Higgins President Michael D Higgins has reflected on British-Irish relations and his hope for the future of the two countries following the death of Queen Elizabeth … Ireland • 10 Sep 22
President Higgins in call over migrant crisis President Michael D Higgins has called for shared responsibility and additional resources in response to the migrant crisis in the Mediterranean. Ireland • 13 May 22
President Higgins in climate warning during Malta visit President Michael D Higgins begins a State visit to Malta, the first such visit to the Mediterranean island by an Irish head of State since … Ireland • 12 May 22
President Higgins says it's time for neutrality debate President Michael D Higgins has said it is time to have well informed debate in Irish society about Ireland's neutrality, in the wake of the … Ireland • 06 Apr 22
President Higgins remembers those lost to Covid-19 President Michael D Higgins has extended his deepest sympathies to all those who have lost loved ones to Covid-19 in 2021. Christmas • 24 Dec 21
President: Title of NI event is not 'neutral statement' President Michael D Higgins has said the title of a church service in Armagh next month marking the centenary of Northern Ireland "isn't a neutral … Ireland • 17 Sep 21
Serious questions over gambling advertising - President President Michael D Higgins has said there are serious questions to be answered about the level of sports betting advertising in the media. Ireland • 10 Jul 21
President attends National Famine Commemoration President Michael D Higgins has said Irish people "can understand so well" the events unfolding in the Middle East as they commemorate The Famine. Ireland • 16 May 21
President Higgins leads Chernobyl commemoration President Michael D Higgins and his wife Sabina have led a global candle lighting ceremony to commemorate the 35th anniversary of the Chernobyl nuclear accident. Ireland • 26 Apr 21
President Higgins leads Irish tributes to Prince Philip President Michael D Higgins has conveyed his condolences to Britain's Queen Elizabeth on the death of her husband Prince Philip. UK • 12 Apr 21
President urges respect for different historical views President Michael D Higgins has urged respect for different perspectives on the events of the decade of commemorations in order to facilitate a more authentic … Ireland • 04 Dec 20
President criticises the 'erosion' of workers' rights President Michael D Higgins has described the battle for decent work as one of the defining struggles of our times, and called for the contribution … Ireland • 19 Nov 20
President: Let's do our almighty best to suppress virus President Michael D Higgins has urged people to do their "almighty best" and redouble their efforts to avoid infection in a special message released six … Coronavirus • 10 Sep 20
President Higgins leads 1916 Rising commemoration President Michael D Higgins has led a televised commemoration of the 1916 Easter Rising from Áras an Uachtaráin. Ireland • 12 Apr 20
President pays tribute to peace activist Betty Williams President Michael D Higgins has paid tribute to peace activist Betty Williams, who has died aged 76. Ireland • 19 Mar 20
President urges Irish to show St Patrick's 'solidarity' President Michael D Higgins has called on Irish people to take inspiration from St Patrick and show "solidarity and concern for our fellow citizens" as … Ireland • 17 Mar 20
People over 100 contributes to Áras spending rise An increase in the number of citizens who reached the age of 100 partly led to a rise in expenditure by Áras an Uachtaráin last … Ireland • 04 Mar 20
Gogan had 'indelible impact on Irish music' - President President Michael D Higgins has said people all over Ireland are greatly saddened at the death of "legendary broadcaster" Larry Gogan. Larry Gogan • 07 Jan 20
Focus on climate, emigration in President's message Climate change and emigration are among the issues in focus in the Christmas and New Year's message by President Michael D Higgins. Ireland • 23 Dec 19
World on verge of 'ecological catastrophe' - Higgins President Michael D Higgins has said the world and its people are at the precipice of a global ecological catastrophe. Climate Change • 13 Nov 19
Higgins' visit to Lebanon border cancelled over unrest President Michael D Higgins' planned visits to two of the Irish outposts situated on the border between Lebanon and Israel have been cancelled due to … Politics • 18 Oct 19
President Higgins begins official visit to Lebanon President Michael D Higgins has said Ireland "stands ready" to support efforts by the Lebanese government to create a vibrant economy compatible with climate change, … Ireland • 17 Oct 19
Higgins: Brexit should not damage Ireland-UK relations President Higgins has said he believes the good relations that exist between Ireland and Britain will continue "no matter what happens" in relation to the … Europe • 16 Oct 19
President Higgins embarks on State visit to Cyprus President Michael D Higgins will arrive in Cyprus today as he embarks on a three-day State visit to the eastern Mediterranean island. Ireland • 13 Oct 19
