University of Limerick President Dr Des Fitzgerald has announced his shock resignation, linking it to his ability to lead the university in the context of Covid-19. The Higher Education Authority (HEA) recently sought a “significant government intervention in the form of a financial support package” to support the sector “through this crisis”. Dr Fitzgerald delivered his resignation in letter to UL Chancellor Mary Harney, who said she regretted his decision. The UL President said that he had been privileged to lead the university and he believed that during his term, he and his colleagues had made important progress on key issues. Prior to his appointment, Dr Fitzgerald had held leadership positions in a number of leading academic institutions and was Vice President for Research and Vice President for Health Affairs at UCD.

Source: Irish Independent May 26, 2020 14:15 UTC