Clegg to be among first to visit the Áras

BRITAIN’S deputy prime minister Nick Clegg is expected to be among the first to visit Michael D Higgins when the new President and his family move into Áras an Uachtaráin.

Last-minute preparations are being made for the inauguration of Ireland’s ninth President this week, which will include a list of special guests and events.

The Irish Examiner has learnt that arrangements are being made for a visit by British Liberal Democrats leader Mr Clegg, who will be one of the first international dignitaries to meet the new President during a trip here in the coming weeks.