Michael D Higgins told an audience in New York that he had “never run from a contest” SAM BOAL/ROLLINGNEWSSeveral ministers have backed Michael D Higgins after the president gave his strongest indication yet that he would seek a second term in the Áras. In New York on Tuesday night, President Higgins said he had “never run from a contest”. He was speaking to the United Nations General Assembly as part of a five-day visit to New York. Mr Higgins has refused to confirm whether he will seek to a second term. Gerard Craughwell, the independent senator, has indicated that he will contest the presidential election against Mr Higgins if he runs again.

Source: The Times April 25, 2018 23:02 UTC