Áras an Uachtaráin is undergoing work after the departure of Catherine Connolly's predecessor, Michael D Higgins. Ms Connolly has a further three appointments, comprising a head of communications, a speech writer and a personal assistant, that she can make. Nor has a decision been made on whether Ms Connolly will follow the example of Mr Higgins and waive a portion of her salary. The Áras website has been revamped since Ms Connolly’s election and no longer contains a section devoted to the spouse of the office holder. “Catherine Connolly wants to be a President for all the people, especially for those often excluded and silenced,” the website states.

Source: The Irish Times November 27, 2025 13:32 UTC