The Michael D Higgins presidency was full of standout moments

President Michael D Higgins managed to build up a relationship with the Irish public and, in many ways, became the grandfather of the nation.
The Michael D Higgins presidency was full of standout moments

President Michael D. Higgins speaking at Áras an Uachtaråin in 2022.

After 14 years in Áras an Uachtaråin, the Michael D Higgins era has come to an end as he officially ends his two terms as President.

A poet, a former minister, and Ireland’s ninth president, his tenure as Uachtarán na hÉireann had plenty of standout moments.

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