Ursula von der Leyen as next European Commission president 'very good news for Ireland'

The Dublin MEP said her support for the Brexit withdrawal agreement and understanding of the peace process must be welcomed.

Ursula von der Leyen as next European Commission president 'very good news for Ireland'
Wed, 17 Jul, 2019 - 08:58
Digital Desk staff

Frances Fitzgerald has said the election of Ursula von der Leyen as the next European Commission president is good news for Ireland.

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