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Catherine Connolly Elected 10th President of Ireland

Counting for the presidential election began at 9am, with the result announced shortly before 7:30pm.

I will be a president who listens and reflects and who speaks when it’s necessary. I will be a voice for peace, a voice that builds on our policy of neutrality, a voice that articulates the existential threat posed by climate change, and a voice that recognises the tremendous work being done the length and breadth of the country.

President-elect Catherine Connolly pledged to be “an inclusive president for all”, thanking her supporters and voters, while also reaching out to those who did not vote for her.

Author's summary: Connolly elected Ireland's 10th president.

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