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Funeral of Belfast poet Michael Longley to take place

Funeral of Belfast poet Michael Longley to take place — Camilla spoke to poet Micheal Longley during a visit to Hillsborough Castle last year. Picture: Liam McBurney/PA

Sat, 01 Feb, 2025 - 09:49

Jonathan McCambridge, PA

The funeral of acclaimed Belfast poet Michael Longley will take place later.

Mr Longley died in hospital at the age of 85 on January 22.

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