Positive engagement with the people of Newbridge this afternoon, with Councillors Rob Power, Noel Heavey, and Senator Senator Fiona OLoughlin.

Rob and Noel are both excellent public representatives and work hard for their local community.

Delighted to visit Tiermohan National School this afternoon to officially open its new extension.

Thank you to the pupils, parents and teachers for the warm welcome.

Very warm response to Naoise Ó Cearúil in Maynooth this morning, where we took the opportunity to meet with and listen to the views of the local people.

Naoise has been an excellent, hardworking Councillor for Maynooth and is focused on delivering for his community.

Very pleased to attend the British Irish Chamber of Commerce Gala Dinner last night, and to take part in a discussion with Mark Hennessy on importance of British-Irish relations.

Sinn Féin voted against gambling legislation to:

▪️protect children from gambling ✅
▪️protect vulnerable from gambling ✅
▪️prevent money laundering ✅
▪️prevent Terrorist Financing ✅
▪️levy gambling companies ✅

& called for 24hr advertisement ban with no exceptions✅

Pleased to address the #WEIOffshore Conference today.

Offshore renewable energy delivery will allow us to secure an Ireland that is energy independent & bring stability to our electricity supply.

The opportunities presented in this space are significant & exciting.

How can we live longer and ensure more positive health outcomes? And what impact is climate change having on our immune systems?

Luke O'Neill and I discuss this and more on the latest episode of my podcast.

🎙️ Listen now on Spotify and Apple Podcasts: open.spotify.com/episode/2wpX6W…

Celebrating the ‘Day of Welcomes’ today, 20 years since 10 new member States joined the EU under the Irish Presidency.

Here’s my speech to mark the day: gov.ie/en/speech/f53e…

Delighted to give keynote address at the Royal Irish Academy International Affairs Conference today.

The theme of the Conference is “The West or the Rest? – Identity, Ideology, Institutions”

My speech: gov.ie/en/speech/501b…

Pleased to launch our #BeSummerReady campaign today with ⁦⁦Jack Chambers TD⁩

This year we ask people to be ‘TravelWise’ as we enjoy the summer months.

Some useful advice here:
gov.ie/summerready

Honoured to review the 124th Infantry Battalion ahead of their deployment to UNIFIL in Lebanon

They represent Ireland’s longstanding commitment to peace in the region, particularly at this very challenging time

Wishing each & every member a safe and successful mission

Important statement by Arab & European partners, including 🇮🇪, on the need for early, credible and irreversible steps to implement a two state solution

This must include full UN membership for 🇵🇸 & the recognition of a Palestinian state by as many European countries as possible

The world-renowned, award-winning Luke O'Neill is the latest guest on my podcast.

Luke and I discussed how the impact of smartphones and social media on young people is becoming the public health threat of our time.

Out now on Spotify and Apple Podcasts: open.spotify.com/episode/2wpX6W…

Thanks Humza Yousaf for the friendship and cooperation during your time as First Minister.

I very much valued your insights and engagement with Ireland, particularly at British Irish Council Summits.

Pleased to be in London today for the British Irish Intergovernmental Conference.

Constructive and wide ranging discussions on many issues, including legacy, political stability, migration and security cooperation.

Great morning spent out and about with Douglas Tidy Towns and Mary Rose Desmond

Delighted to last night celebrate 50 years of ⁦Mayfield C. School⁩ with staff and students.

Great positivity and energy.

Look forward to seeing what the next half century brings Mayfield Community School.

Pleased to address the All-Island Cancer Research Institute (AICRI) forum, and hear from experts improving the lives of cancer patients.

So many advances since we launched the first National Cancer Strategy. Thank you to everyone working in research and care on this island and globally.

#CancerHasNoBorders

Very pleased to meet with Jordanian DPM & FM Ayman Safadi in Amman today.

I thanked him for his leadership and balanced perspective on the situation in Palestine.

Warm & constructive meeting with discussions on the regional situation, the Arab peace initiative & recognition.