President of Ireland Catherine Connolly visit to RTÉ Raidió na Gaeltachta in Casla, Connemara

Uachtarán na hÉireann, Catherine Connolly visited RTÉ Raidió na Gaeltachta’s headquarters in Casla, Conamara, Thursday 11 December during an official visit to Conamara.

President Connolly planted a new tree outside the station, next to two trees planted by former presidents Mary Robinson and Michael D.Higgins.

Gearóid Mac Donncha, Ceannaire RTÉ Raidió na Gaeltachta said: “We are thrilled to welcome Uachtarán na hÉireann, Catherine Connolly on her special visit to our headquarters in Casla, Conamara. This is a historic occasion, one that highlights the important and central role Raidió na Gaeltachta plays at the heart of the Gaeltacht and the wider Irish language community. Since the station was founded over 50 years ago, its mission has been clear: to provide the public with a comprehensive news and entertainment service. There is no doubt that President Connolly understands this mission, and we are so grateful for the continued support she gives to the service. This is a very special day for us. We wish her every success in her term as President of Ireland, and she will always be most welcome in RTÉ Raidió na Gaeltachta.”

An interview with President Connolly will be heard on Adhmhaidin on RTÉ Raidió na Gaeltachta, presented by Gormfhlaith Ní Thuairisg on Friday morning from 8am.

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