President - Representing the People
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The Irish President represents all the people of Ireland. He or she makes State visits abroad and also receives other Heads of State on visits to Ireland at the official residence, Áras an Uachtaráin. The President plays an active role in promoting Ireland's image and role in the international arena. The current President of Ireland is Michael D. Higgins.
At home, the President undertakes a wide range of public engagements, attending conferences and meetings, both formal and informal, throughout the island of Ireland.
The President also presides over the President's Award.
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- Functions of the President of Ireland
The head of State in Ireland is known as the President. Find out about the important functions of the Irish President. - Appointments made by the Irish President
The President of Ireland has an important role in appointing people to various offices of state in Ireland. - Inauguration and removal of the President
This document describes the inauguration of the President of Ireland and the circumstances in which the President may be removed from office.
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