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Taoiseach welcomes the announcement by Pope Francis of his plans to visit Ireland

Taoiseach, Leo Varadkar has welcomed the announcement by Pope Francis of his plans to visit Ireland from 25-26 August for the World Meeting of Families.

On behalf of the Government I welcome the announcement by Pope Francis of his intention to come to Ireland in August for the World Meeting of Families. I look forward to meeting him during his visit,

he said.

While it is not a formal State Visit, it will be a major event for Ireland, with a high degree of public participation and a high international profile.