"As Catherine Connolly prepares to take over as Uachtarán na hÉireann after Tuesday's inauguration at Dublin Castle, questions have been raised again about the amount of money it takes to maintain the presidency. Running costs during her first year in the Áras are expected to exceed €6m, a sum that covers myriad expenses, including travel, gifts and food and drink for the many events that any president hosts."
"Running costs during her first year in the Áras are expected to exceed €6m, a sum that covers myriad expenses, including travel, gifts and food and drink for the many events that any president hosts."
Catherine Connolly will become Uachtarán na hÉireann at the inauguration in Dublin Castle. Running costs during her first year in the Áras are expected to exceed €6m. The projected budget covers travel, diplomatic and domestic hospitality, gifts, and food and drink for numerous official events. Those costs reflect the logistical and ceremonial demands of the presidency, including hosting visiting dignitaries and staging state functions. The figure underscores the financial resources required to support the full programme of engagements, travel, and hospitality that accompany the office.
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