Catherine Connolly sworn in as Ireland’s president on day of pomp and celebration

New president promises ‘all voices’ will be heard and to promote climate action, tolerance and a Gaelic revivalCatherine Connolly has vowed to make Ireland a “republic worth of its name”...

By Rory Carroll Ireland correspondent · The Guardian World

New president promises ‘all voices’ will be heard and to promote climate action, tolerance and a Gaelic revival Catherine Connolly has vowed to make Ireland a “republic worth of its name” by using her presidency to champion diversity, the Irish language and the legacy of decolonisation. Connolly spelled out a leftwing alternative to centre-right orthodoxy in her inauguration speech after being sworn in to office on Tuesday. Continue reading...