Service for Charlie Bird to take place in Dublin today

A picture of Charlie Bird at the Mansion House, where a book of condolence has been opened. Picture: Leah Farrell/RollingNews.ie

A service to remember the late journalist and campaigner Charlie Bird is to take place in Dublin today.

The event will be held in the Round Room at the Mansion House on Dawson Street in the city centre at midday.

Mr Bird passed away on Monday aged 74.

In October of 2021, he was diagnosed with motor neurone's diseases (MND) - and received praise for his openness in how he lived with his illness up to his death.

Members of the public will be able to attend the event in the Mansion House, but there will be a limit on the number of people allowed enter the venue.

Friends of Mr Bird alongside his family will also be in attendance.

Mr Bird is survived by his wife Claire, daughters Neasa and Orla, five grandchildren, three brothers and his beloved pet Tiger.

Book of Condolence for former RTE Journalist Charlie Bird who has died at age 74 following a battle with motor neurone disease. Picture: :Leah Farrell/RollingNews.ie

Following the service, there will be an opportunity for members of the public to sympathise with his family in the Mansion House, while books of condolences will be opened for them to sign.

The family have asked that in lieu of flowers, donations be made — if desired — to Wicklow Hospice.

Tributes to Mr Bird were led by President Michael D Higgins, who described him as a "truly remarkable man".

“An exceptionally talented broadcaster, Charlie was a truly remarkable man driven by a deep sense of social justice in the most positive sense," said President Higgins, who also noted his efforts in raising awareness for motor neurone disease.

"In a way that was truly extraordinary, Charlie redefined our collective perspective on the illness of motor neurone disease and terminal illness more generally."