Michael D Higgins says it ‘lifts his heart’ to return to Galway during surprise visit to union conference

Michael D Higgins during a surprise visit to a Siptu conference in Galway today

Former president Michael D Higgins has said it lifts his heart to come back to Galway during a surprise visit to a Siptu conference.

Mr Higgins said he was proud to be there as a member of the union and to find the room full of fine people who are working in the trade union movement.