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<p>President Catherine Connolly (left) with Lauren de Gras (right) at Gaelcholáiste Mhic Shuibhne in Knocknaheeny, Cork, where she visited the Barr na gCnoc project, an initiative focused on educational and social enhancement using Irish-language education as an enabler. Picture: Daragh Mc Sweeney/Provision</p>

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President Catherine Connolly on song during first official visit to Cork

Her visit also saw a performance from members of The Kabin Studio, who are students at Gaelcholáiste Mhic Shuibhne in Knockanaheeny

<p>Newly elected TD Daniel Ennis (centre) is greeted by party colleagues Senator Patricia Stephenson (left), deputy leader Cian O'Callaghan, party leader Holly Cairns TD and Gary Gannon TD (right), outside Leinster House in Dublin following the by-election in Dublin central. Picture: Bairbre Holmes/PA Wire</p>

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Sean Kyne and Daniel Ennis take seats in Dáil after by-election victories

<p>What the glass come off: President Catherine Connolly at the Irish Embassy in London. Picture: Jordan Pettitt/PA</p>

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What we learned after spending three days with President Catherine Connolly in London

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Irish flotilla activists return home after Israeli detention

Irish flotilla activists detained by Israel to be deported via Turkey

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Cork activist says detainees were beaten after Israeli interception of Global Sumud Flotilla

Ireland to vote

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ieExplains: Everything you need to know about the Dublin Central and Galway West by-elections

Taoiseach slams 'disgraceful' video of Israeli minister Ben-Gvir abusing bound flotilla activists

Taoiseach slams 'disgraceful' video of Israeli minister Ben-Gvir abusing bound flotilla activists

In the footage, Itamar Ben-Gvir appeals to Israeli prime minister Benjamin Netanyahu to grant him permission to jail the activists for 'a long, long time'

Wed, 20 May, 2026

Irish President Catherine Connolly visit to UK

'I gave up the cigars': President Connolly recalls 'eureka' moment in Leeds 45 years ago

“I was smoking too many and started training,” she said. “I did my first little run around Headingley Park, and I couldn’t run a mile. I said, ‘That’s it’.”

Wed, 20 May, 2026

President Catherine Connolly braves 'Galway weather' at the Chelsea Flower Show

President Catherine Connolly braves 'Galway weather' at the Chelsea Flower Show

The president met Irish exhibitors at the show and even managed to converse as Gaelige with some of the visitors

Tue, 19 May, 2026

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Further concerns over treatment of Irish activists detained by Israeli forces

The Global Sumud Flotilla was carrying aid bound for Gaza

Tue, 19 May, 2026

Irish President Catherine Connolly visit to UK

President Connolly proud of humanitarian sister detained by Israeli navy

Ireland ‘must speak out in the face of injustice’, Connolly tells embassy

Tue, 19 May, 2026

Irish President Catherine Connolly visit to UK

President Catherine Connolly's State visit offers a brief reprieve for King Charles

President Connolly made her second official overseas visit to the UK

Mon, 18 May, 2026

DCU Climate Conference

President Connolly says politicians need 'to take responsibility for what they say'

She was responding after being asked about Bertie Ahern's comments on migration

Mon, 18 May, 2026

Dr Margaret Connolly, sister of President Catherine Connolly, 'kidnapped by Israel' say flotilla organisers

'It's quite upsetting': President Catherine Connolly 'very worried' after sister detained by Israeli forces

Dr Margaret Connolly is among at least six Irish citizens aboard an aid flotilla who have been detained by Israel, say orgainsers of the Global Sumud Flotilla

Mon, 18 May, 2026

Irish President Catherine Connolly visit to UK

President Catherine Connolly invites Britain’s King Charles III to Ireland for State visit

Ireland must 'speak out in the face of injustice,' Connolly says in speech at Irish embassy in London as part of three-day visit to England

Mon, 18 May, 2026

Dr Margaret Connolly, sister of President Catherine Connolly, 'kidnapped by Israel' say flotilla organisers

Dr Margaret Connolly, sister of President Catherine Connolly, 'kidnapped by Israel' say flotilla organisers

Flotilla organisers say Dr Connolly was on one of 10 boats intercepted in international waters by Israeli forces on Monday morning

Mon, 18 May, 2026

President Connolly to meet King Charles during visit to Britain

President Connolly to meet King Charles during visit to Britain

London and Leeds visit will be President Connolly's first engagements in England since her inauguration last November

Mon, 18 May, 2026

Fine Gael and Independent Ireland leading Galway by-election poll

Fine Gael and Independent Ireland leading Galway by-election poll

Seán Kyne, a former junior minister, leads the poll on 17% followed by Independent Ireland's Noel Thomas on 16%

Thu, 07 May, 2026

Seven Irish citizens ‘kidnapped’ after Gaza flotilla intercepted, organisers say

'Not acceptable': Taoiseach hits out at Israeli seizure of Gaza aid flotilla carrying Irish activists

Government seeks release of detained activists after aid flotilla intercepted, with consular support offered to those affected

Fri, 01 May, 2026

Immigration bill

President signs international protection bill into law without Supreme Court referral

New legislation tied to EU migration pact enacted, with president opting against pre-emptive Supreme Court review of constitutionality

Wed, 22 Apr, 2026

Immigration bill

President Connolly considers referring migration bill to Supreme Court

Justice minister called plan 'a pivotal step in our implementation of a rules-based migration and asylum system'

Mon, 20 Apr, 2026

Ireland v Scotland - Guinness 6 Nations Rugby Championship

President Connolly appoints Council of State nearly six months into term

Seven new members bring legal, academic and human rights expertise to advise the President over her term

Tue, 31 Mar, 2026

'I believe in a Galway First approach': City mayor enters by‑election to replace Catherine Connolly

'I believe in a Galway First approach': City mayor enters by‑election to replace Catherine Connolly

Galway West by-election will be held in May to fill the seat vacated by Connolly when she became president of Ireland

Thu, 26 Mar, 2026

'Normalisation of war can never be accepted, says Catherine Connolly in St Patrick's Day address

'Normalisation of war can never be accepted, says Catherine Connolly in St Patrick's Day address

The message comes as Micheál Martin is due to meet Donald Trump

Mon, 16 Mar, 2026

45% of those who spoiled their votes opposed all three presidential candidates – survey

45% of those who spoiled their votes opposed all three presidential candidates – survey

Electoral Commission chief says 'there is no cause for complacency amongst those with a role in protecting and promoting trust in elections and democracy in Ireland'

Fri, 06 Mar, 2026

Catherine Connolly visit to Northern Ireland

Unionist MP tells President Connolly in Derry: 'You're in our country'

Gregory Campbell told reporters that he was 'more than disappointed' that there were numerous references to Derry but 'not a single reference to Londonderry' in a speech given by the President

Thu, 05 Feb, 2026

Dublin city stock

Áras ceremony for new Iranian ambassador postponed due to regime protest crackdown

Hundreds of people have been killed and thousands detained in the uprising

Tue, 13 Jan, 2026

Kneecap charity run

Kneecap’s Móglaí Bap greeted by President Connolly during 10km charity run

After the run, the group gathered at Bang Bang cafe, where Swedish climate activist Greta Thunberg joined them briefly, before heading to the Áras to meet Ms Connolly

Wed, 17 Dec, 2025

Ukrainian President Zelenskiy visits Ireland

Drones were spotted near Zelenskyy flight path to Dublin before state visit

The sighting triggered a major security alert amid fears it was an attempt to interfere with the flight path

Thu, 04 Dec, 2025

Mick Clifford: Ivan Yates plays the victim while stamping on integrity of the media

S Mick Clifford: Ivan Yates plays the victim while stamping on integrity of the media

Really, nobody should be surprised that Ivan Yates doesn’t appear to give a fig about whether his blatant conflict of interest did damage

Sun, 23 Nov, 2025

Irish Examiner view: Dignity must be a part of deportations

Irish Examiner view: Dignity must be a part of deportations

Given the chance, many would prefer going on our own terms to being shipped out en masse and under guard

Mon, 17 Nov, 2025

File photo Fine Gael’s Sean Kyne has been elected to the Seanad today. End

Fine Gael to undertake 'extensive consultation' with members before Galway West by-election

Fine Gael has not won a Dáil by-election since 2014

Sun, 16 Nov, 2025

Labour party still has 'significant differences' with Sinn Féin, says Ivana Bacik

Labour party still has 'significant differences' with Sinn Féin, says Ivana Bacik

Labour leader says Government is made up of 'relics of a bygone era' as she eyes alternative future

Sun, 16 Nov, 2025

The Mick Clifford Podcast: Inside Catherine Connolly’s first days as president

The Mick Clifford Podcast: Inside Catherine Connolly’s first days as president

As Catherine Connolly begins her presidency, Paul Hosford breaks down her inauguration speech, priorities, and what comes next for Ireland

Listen | Thu, 13 Nov, 2025

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Ireland’s new climate justice President

Catherine Connolly won over 63% of the vote because she effectively linked many different climate justice issues to a vision of a better future and a unified Ireland, writes Jennie C Stephens, Professor of Climate Justice at the ICARUS Climate Research Centre at Maynooth University

Thu, 13 Nov, 2025

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President Connolly tells pupils the Irish language is 'a gift' during first official school visit

On her first official engagements since inauguration, President Catherine Connolly praised bilingualism and promised a year-long celebration of the Irish language.

Wed, 12 Nov, 2025

In detail: Here’s what President Catherine Connolly wore for her inauguration

In detail: Here’s what President Catherine Connolly wore for her inauguration

Described as 'a look that feels polished yet effortless', here's what our new president wore to begin her term

Wed, 12 Nov, 2025

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What are Catherine Connolly’s responsibilities as president?

In recent years, the presidency has become a more political role

Wed, 12 Nov, 2025

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‘Tír gan teanga, tír gan anam’: Connolly a unifying president, but still a catalyst for change

Catherine Connolly pledged to lead with dignity, inclusivity and courage, vowing to foster unity and give every voice value

Tue, 11 Nov, 2025

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As it happened: Catherine Connolly inaugurated as 10th President of Ireland

She succeeds Michael D Higgins, who expanded the presidency’s political role – a feature Ms Connolly has said she will continue.

Tue, 11 Nov, 2025

Presidential inauguration - Dublin

President Catherine Connolly vows to champion peace, equality and sustainability

Catherine Connolly takes office as Ireland’s 10th president, pledging to champion inclusivity, unity, peace and environmental responsibility

Tue, 11 Nov, 2025

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How Catherine Connolly's fitness sets the standard for us to follow to age well

At 68, president-elect Catherine Connolly is showing us how to age well. During her campaign, she impressed with her sharp keepy-uppy skills, shooting basketball hoops, and cycling around her native Galway city

Tue, 11 Nov, 2025

Michael D Higgins ends presidency with emotional farewell at Áras an Uachtaráin

Michael D Higgins ends presidency with emotional farewell at Áras an Uachtaráin

Michael D Higgins departs Áras an Uachtaráin after 14 years that reshaped the presidency, as Catherine Connolly takes office pledging unity

Tue, 11 Nov, 2025

Catherine Connolly will speak her mind as President — the template is already there

S Catherine Connolly will speak her mind as President — the template is already there

As Catherine Connolly begins her presidency, echoes of Michael D Higgins’ outspoken style suggest Ireland may not mind a president with convictions

Tue, 11 Nov, 2025

Presidential election faced online threats amid sustained attacks on democracy worldwide

Presidential election faced online threats amid sustained attacks on democracy worldwide

Unwary voters could easily be incited to act on the basis of plausible misinformation spread online via social media, write Ciarán O’Connor and Edel McGinley

Mon, 10 Nov, 2025

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'We want to go in and change things': Holly Cairns feels momentum grow in Social Democrats

The Social Democrats leader said she feels her party has a new energy after presidential election

Sat, 08 Nov, 2025

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Paul Hosford: Zohran Mamdani and Catherine Connolly both won by offering hope to voters

Ireland's presidency and New York's mayoralty are very different. But the people newly elected to those roles share striking parallels, having run positive campaigns with a vision for the future

Sat, 08 Nov, 2025

Gareth O'Callaghan: Are we starting to acknowledge that there’s an outlier in each of us?

Gareth O'Callaghan: Are we starting to acknowledge that there’s an outlier in each of us?

Last June, Zohran Mamdani was accused of running a campaign full of crowds, slogans, and big promises. This week he proved his opponents wrong and won

Sat, 08 Nov, 2025

Sinn Fein Building for Unity event

S Mick Clifford: Catherine Connolly’s win shows how Fine Gael and Fianna Fáil keep getting elections wrong

Catherine Connolly’s landslide wasn’t just a win — it was a warning to the establishment about how politics now works

Sun, 02 Nov, 2025

Fergus Finlay: The nomination process has to change before the next presidential election

S Fergus Finlay: The nomination process has to change before the next presidential election

Connolly’s victory was decisive but exposed deep flaws in Ireland’s presidential process — and the anger now consuming public debate

Tue, 28 Oct, 2025