Michael D Higgins: Honour Bloody Sunday victims by sustaining 'inclusive peace'

In a speech to be delivered later today, Michael D Higgins will pay tribute to the people of Derry, describing the city as 'a beacon of hope and justice'

Pic shows President Michael D Higgins speaking at Áras an Uachtaráin.

Marking the events of Bloody Sunday gives us a “unique opportunity to recognise and respond to some of the most painful facts in our history”, the president is expected to tell commemorations today.

President Michael D Higgins will address those attending the ‘Breaking the Silence’ commemoration event in Derry today to mark the 50th anniversary of the tragedy in which fourteen people lost their lives.