Plan for major European summit in Ireland next year

Simon Harris will seek agreement for Ireland to host a summit of the EPC. Picture: Gareth Chaney/PA

A proposal for Ireland to host a major summit of European leaders next year is being presented to Cabinet by the Tánaiste.

Simon Harris will seek agreement on Tuesday for Ireland to host a summit of the European Political Community (EPC), a group consisting of the heads of 47 countries as well as representatives from EU bodies and the Council of Europe.