We must deal with the past in a fair way -Higgins President Higgins has spoken of the importance of finding "a fair and comprehensive way" in dealing with the past as we continue through 'a decade of commemorations' in Ireland. News • 11 Nov 14
We must deal with the past in a fair way -Higgins President Higgins has spoken of the importance of finding "a fair and comprehensive way" in dealing with the past as we continue through 'a decade of commemorations' in Ireland. News • 11 Nov 14
Higgins pays tribute to poet Dylan Thomas in Wales President Michael D Higgins has paid tribute to Dylan Thomas, calling him "one of the great giants of poetry" as Wales celebrates the centenary of the birth of one of its most celebrated literary figures. News • 27 Oct 14
Higgins pays tribute to poet Dylan Thomas in Wales President Michael D Higgins has paid tribute to Dylan Thomas, calling him "one of the great giants of poetry" as Wales celebrates the centenary of the birth of one of its most celebrated literary figures. News • 27 Oct 14
Policies must ensure 'respect for migrants' President Michael D Higgins has said that Ireland's migration policies must confront the challenge of ensuring respect for the migrant and the vulnerability of those who are displaced. News • 13 Oct 14
Policies must ensure 'respect for migrants' President Michael D Higgins has said that Ireland's migration policies must confront the challenge of ensuring respect for the migrant and the vulnerability of those who are displaced. News • 13 Oct 14
Freedom of Limerick for President Higgins President Michael D Higgins has been presented with the Freedom of Limerick at a ceremony in the city this afternoon. News • 29 Sep 14
Freedom of Limerick for President Higgins President Michael D Higgins has been presented with the Freedom of Limerick at a ceremony in the city this afternoon. News • 29 Sep 14
President Higgins returns after UK State visit President Michael D Higgins has arrived back in Ireland following his State visit to the UK. News • 11 Apr 14
President Higgins returns after UK State visit President Michael D Higgins has arrived back in Ireland following his State visit to the UK. News • 11 Apr 14
Details of President's British visit announced Buckingham Palace and Áras an Uachtaráin have given details of the four-day visit by President Michael D Higgins to Britain next month. News • 26 Mar 14
Details of President's British visit announced Buckingham Palace and Áras an Uachtaráin have given details of the four-day visit by President Michael D Higgins to Britain next month. News • 26 Mar 14
President Higgins appoints new adviser Executive Director of the Irish Penal Reform Trust Liam Herrick has been appointed as an adviser to President Michael D Higgins. News • 20 Jan 14
President Higgins appoints new adviser Executive Director of the Irish Penal Reform Trust Liam Herrick has been appointed as an adviser to President Michael D Higgins. News • 20 Jan 14
Kenny discusses London event for State visit Taoiseach Enda Kenny has said that an appropriate event will be held in London during President Michael D Higgins's State visit to Britain in April to reflect cultural ties. News • 16 Jan 14
Kenny discusses London event for State visit Taoiseach Enda Kenny has said that an appropriate event will be held in London during President Michael D Higgins's State visit to Britain in April to reflect cultural ties. News • 16 Jan 14
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
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
President Higgins on Central America visits President Higgins has begun a twelve-day visit to Central America where he due to carry out engagements in Mexico, El Salvador, and Costa Rica. News • 19 Oct 13
President Higgins on Central America visits President Higgins has begun a twelve-day visit to Central America where he due to carry out engagements in Mexico, El Salvador, and Costa Rica. News • 19 Oct 13
President convenes Council of State over bill A meeting of the Council of State has been held by President Michael D Higgins at Áras an Uachtaráin to consider the Protection of Life During Pregnancy Bill. News • 29 Jul 13
President convenes Council of State over bill A meeting of the Council of State has been held by President Michael D Higgins at Áras an Uachtaráin to consider the Protection of Life During Pregnancy Bill. News • 29 Jul 13
President says crisis threatening EU democracy President Michael D Higgins has warned against the dangers of the economic crisis undermining democracy in the EU. News • 06 Jun 13
President says crisis threatening EU democracy President Michael D Higgins has warned against the dangers of the economic crisis undermining democracy in the EU. News • 06 Jun 13
President Higgins making official visit to Croatia President Michael D Higgins began a State visit to Croatia today, where he will focus on strengthening the cultural and economic ties between Croatia and Ireland. News • 05 Jun 13
President Higgins making official visit to Croatia President Michael D Higgins began a State visit to Croatia today, where he will focus on strengthening the cultural and economic ties between Croatia and Ireland. News • 05 Jun 13
President Higgins expected to visit Queen in 2014 President Michael D Higgins is expected to visit Britain's Queen Elizabeth II next year. News • 14 May 13
President Higgins expected to visit Queen in 2014 President Michael D Higgins is expected to visit Britain's Queen Elizabeth II next year. News • 14 May 13
President Higgins addresses UNESCO delegates President Michael D Higgins is due to give an address to UNESCO delegates on the second day of his official visit to France. News • 19 Feb 13
President Higgins addresses UNESCO delegates President Michael D Higgins is due to give an address to UNESCO delegates on the second day of his official visit to France. News • 19 Feb 13
President says 'certainty' needed in abortion laws President Michael D Higgins has said “certainty” is required from any abortion legislation which may be introduced in Ireland, when it comes to medical practice and women's lives. News • 18 Feb 13
President says 'certainty' needed in abortion laws President Michael D Higgins has said “certainty” is required from any abortion legislation which may be introduced in Ireland, when it comes to medical practice and women's lives. News • 18 Feb 13
