Dublin reception to honour McCartney family

The Lord Mayor of Dublin Cllr Michael Conaghan will host a civic reception to honour the family and fiancée of the late Robert McCartney.

The reception will take place on Friday at 7pm in the Mansion House, Dawson Street, Dublin.

"These strong women have been resolute in pursuing justice for the killers of Robert McCartney," said Cllr Conaghan. "Their cause is a fundamental Human Rights issue for everyone on this island and beyond."

The Lord Mayor's proposal to so honour the McCartney family and fiancée was unanimously backed by Dublin City Council.