Visiting Pope would be treated with respect, says Taoiseach

The Pope will be treated with respect if he comes to Ireland, Taoiseach Enda Kenny said as he insisted the closure of the Vatican embassy was not about religion.

Visiting Pope would be treated with respect, says Taoiseach
Wed, 15 Feb, 2012 - 16:51

The Pope will be treated with respect if he comes to Ireland, Taoiseach Enda Kenny said as he insisted the closure of the Vatican embassy was not about religion.

Under pressure from Fianna Fáil leader Micheál Martin to reverse the decision, Mr Kenny said Pope Benedict would be welcomed in a manner befitting his position.

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