Taoiseach (Irish prime minister) Micháel Martin said the passing of Pope Francis comes with "a profound sadness". He died at ...

During the trip he visited Dublin, where he celebrated Mass in Phoenix Park and Knock Shrine in County Mayo. He also held a ...

Pope Francis, in his final testament, asked to be buried in the ground in a simple manner and “without particular ...

First Minister and Sinn Fein vice president Michelle O’Neill paid tribute to the Pope as a “strong, determined leader” whose loss will be mourned by Catholics in Ireland and around the world. Deputy ...

Politicians in Northern Ireland have paid tribute to Pope Francis following his death. The Vatican said he died on Monday morning at 6:35am BST at the age of 88. The pope was last seen in public on ...

DUP leader Gavin Robinson said this morning: “Pope Francis was held in deep affection by many in Northern Ireland. We extend ...

The DUP, UUP and TUV have all issued statements in response to the news that the pope has died. Pope Francis passed away at 7 ...

Pope Francis delivering his Angelus prayer from the window of his studio overlooking St Peter’s Square, at the Vatican (Niall Carson/PA) The First Minister and deputy First Minister of Northern ...

Pope Francis, in his final testament, asked to be buried in the ground in a simple manner and “without particular ...

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"He also marked the 25th anniversary of the Good Friday Agreement, giving thanks for the peace it delivered in Ireland," she added. She said he "showed compassion on LGBT issues and condemned ...