'Mistakes were made' over Zappone appointment, says Varadkar

'Mistakes were made' over Zappone appointment, says Varadkar

Former Minister for Children Katherine Zappone has announced she will not take up the role of UN Special Envoy on Freedom of Opinion and Expression.

Wed, 04 Aug, 2021 - 18:03
Paul Hosford and Aoife Moore

Former minister for children Katherine Zappone has announced she will not take up the role of UN Special Envoy on Freedom of Opinion and Expression.

Ms Zappone's appointment has been mired in controversy since it was brought to Cabinet last week.

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