09/02/2012

President Higgins To Visit London

President Michael D Higgins is to visit London later this month on his first official trip abroad.

He will begin his three day tour on 21st February where he will visit the London Irish Centre.

The President will travel to the Olympic Park and meet Lord Coe, President of the Olympic Games organising committee.

Mr Higgins will also address the London School of Economics.

There will also be a reception at the Irish Embassy.

(CD/GK)


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