Catherine Connolly is the tenth President of Ireland, a seven-year office under the Constitution
Background
Catherine Connolly is the 10th President of Ireland.
She became the tenth President of Ireland on 11th November 2025.
The President's official residence is Áras an Uachtaráin, and a flag flying over it means the President is at home.
Under Article 12 of the Constitution of Ireland the President holds office for seven years from the date of entering office.
The same Article allows a President to be re-elected once.
The President signs Bills into law; once signed a Bill becomes an Act and is added to the Statute Book.
Michael D. Higgins was the ninth President, inaugurated on 11 November 2011.
President of Ireland:
Catherine Connolly, the 10th President
Took office:
11 November 2025
Official residence:
Áras an Uachtaráin
Term of office:
Seven years, re-eligible once
Why it matters for exams: Head of state, term, residence and the power to sign Bills are the four things asked about any presidency.
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