IT was a day when the world turned a little differently.

The British Queen will arrive in Dublin shortly to begin an historic four-day visit to Ireland.

The event reflects 21st century relations between Britain and Ireland, says Jennifer Hough

The first State visit to the Republic of Ireland by a British monarch is to made by the Queen Elizabeth II later this year.

The Prince of Wales made an historic visit the Irish Embassy in London tonight - the first time a member of the British Royal Family has visited the institution.

THE Government hasapproved the biggest shake-up of Ireland’s diplomatic representation since the foundation of the State.