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09/04/2014
Higgins Continues State Visit At Downing Street
Irish President Michael D Higgins is at Downing Street on the second day of his state visit to the UK.
On Wednesday, he had a private lunch with the Prime Minister David Cameron following a meeting with the Irish members of the staff at the University College Hospital in London.
President Higgins' engagements today are expected to conclude with a banquet at the Guildhall in the City of London.
On Tuesday night, he attended a banquet hosted by the Queen. The event was also attended by Northern Ireland's Deputy First Minister Martin McGuinness.
(CVS/JP)
On Wednesday, he had a private lunch with the Prime Minister David Cameron following a meeting with the Irish members of the staff at the University College Hospital in London.
President Higgins' engagements today are expected to conclude with a banquet at the Guildhall in the City of London.
On Tuesday night, he attended a banquet hosted by the Queen. The event was also attended by Northern Ireland's Deputy First Minister Martin McGuinness.
(CVS/JP)
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Northern Ireland WeatherToday:A showery start with outbreaks most frequent north of Lough Neagh and through the morning, before dwindling during the afternoon as the northwest breezes ease and brighter spells of weak sunshine prosper. Maximum temperature 8 °C.Tonight:A dry night, save for a few light showers around the coasts, with prolonged clear spells and light winds bringing a frosty dawn for many in central and southern parts. Minimum temperature -3 °C.
