More than 30 Heads of State, UN representatives and ambassadors are to attend a special summit in Cork to highlight challenges small island nations face from climate change and to galvanise efforts to protect the world’s seas.

Former President of Ireland Mary Robinson has criticised Ireland's action on climate change.

Speaking to the world following the historic COP21 agreement in Paris, President Obama said, “Together, we’ve shown what’s possible when the world stands as one.”

Former President of Ireland, Dr Patrick Hillery, was today remembered as a humble and private man who achieved so much for his country.

Former President of Ireland Dr Patrick Hillery will be given a full state funeral on Wednesday, the Government announced today.