A statement by President Michael D. Higgins on the death of Thomas O'Halloran.

For all those who would like to express their sympathy, Irish in Britain have now opened an online Book of Condolence to celebrate the life of Thomas O'Halloran. irishinbritain.org/news/book-of-c…

After 5 great years, we depart London today. Aisling and I send best wishes to our colleagues and friends in Britain. Thanks for your friendship and support for a vibrant Ireland/UK relationship. Best wishes to my successor Martin Fraser and his wife Deirdre for their tenure.

Céad míle fáilte to Ambassador Martin Fraser! 🇮🇪 The Ambassador presented copies of his credentials to the Vice-Marshal of the Diplomatic Corps Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office Victoria Busby OBE today. You can read an introductory message from the Ambassador👇 dfa.ie/irish-embassy/…

Slán & beir bua to the #IrishInWales & #TeamIreland led by Ambassador Adrian O'Neill w/our Consulates General in Scotland, in the North of England, @IDAIreland_UK Donal Denvir @EI_TheUK Tourism Ireland GB. And of course our super colleagues Welsh Government International 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿 Wales in Ireland 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿🇺🇦!

Huge congratulations to Alderman Nicholas Lyons, who I know will be a fantastic Lord Mayor of London! Very best wishes to Nick and Felicity.

Ambassador Martin Fraser was delighted to present his credentials to HM King Charles III today, as Ireland’s 19th Ambassador in London.

To mark Bloomsday 2023, Irish Foreign Ministry & MoLI – Museum of Literature Ireland have collaborated with 41 Irish Embassies & Consulates to create a new short film, “Yes I Will Yes.” An amazing tribute to James Joyce’s Ulysses! #Bloomsday #GlobalIreland

I’m heading off this Thursday to Palma de Mallorca. Really looking forward to doing an overnight 48 km hike in aid of Icap. Any donations appreciated - justgiving.com/page/catherine…

I am delighted to have recently become a Committee member of the Barretstown Board. Over the last 29 years, this wonderful camp has brought great joy to the lives of 100,000 sick children. An amazing record of achievement that is worthy of your support. #iPledge

First day of school - slightly nervous. 40 years after graduating, I hope some brain cells are still active. Looking forward to the masters programme in modern Irish history Trinity College Dublin.

Deeply saddened to learn of the passing of Sir Tony Lloyd MP, who served as Shadow Secretary of State for Northern Ireland and worked to support many Irish community organisations in Britain throughout his career. Ar dheis Dé go raibh a anam

My wife Aisling is currently walking the Camino (780 km) to Santiago de Compostela. In the process, she hopes to fund-raise for two great causes. Very proud of her. gofund.me/6209b6a6

Hola! It’s exactly a month since I started my Camino. Having now walked over 550KM, I leave El Acebo de San Miguel in the morning with only a modest 225 KM left before I reach Santiago de Compostela on 6 June. My great pal Catherine joined for the first week and... 1/3

It's exactly 5 weeks since Aisling began her Camino on France/Spain border. Over 700km walked & only 68 remaining before she reaches Santiago de Compostela on Thursday. Such courage, resilience & determination. And two great causes will benefit - gofund.me/095f60eb

After 37 days on the road and 779KM walked, a tired but delighted Aisling arrived at Santiago Cathedral on Thursday. Many wonderful experiences & happy memories to cherish. Very grateful for support from home. It refreshed tired limbs & soothed blisters.gofund.me/61a6b63d

Devastating news. Tommie was an incredible journalist with exceptional interpersonal & people skills. He also knew & understood all sides in Northern Ireland over many decades. Above all he cared so much for Northern Ireland and Ireland. With all thoughts and prayers to Ceara &

On 7 June, my sister Yvonne and I had a wonderful walk in Rosses Point in the glorious company of Tommie Gorman. He was never better, the conversation was sparkling and the craic was mighty. Another memory of Tommie to be cherished in these sad days. RIP Big Pal. “Up the Rovers”.

We're delighted to announce the appointment of Adrian O'Neill, former Ambassador of Ireland to the United Kingdom, as the new Chair of Druid's Board of Directors. You can read more about this appointment on our website: bit.ly/3TZE3mq

Very grateful to ⁦Dave O'Connell⁩ of ⁦Connacht/CityTribune⁩ for the invitation to write an obituary for my good friend from ⁦Druid Theatre⁩ and former ⁦Ollscoil na Gaillimhe | University of Galway⁩ / ⁦Adult Learning University of Galway⁩ colleague, Séamus O’Grady, who died recently. Suaimhneas ar a anam uasal: