The former president Michael D Higgins has been speaking in Galway tonight at an event hosted by the Labour Party in honour of him and his wife Sabina.
The couple were being recognised for their outstanding public service and lifelong commitment to equality, culture and human rights.
He addressed a broad range of key issues including the impact of climate change, the displacement of people and the consequences of economic inequality.
He stressed the importance of activism in promoting social justice and human rights and praised activists of all ages including ones coming on board for “the world that is yet to be created”.
He spoke about the need to create…