Catherine Connolly has been declared as the Republic of Ireland’s 10th president.

Connolly was elected in a landslide vote at the end of October – defeating Fine Gael candidate Heather Humphreys.

The 68-year-old will take over the role from Michael D Higgins, whose 14-year term ended at midnight.

The inauguration ceremony was attended by politicians, judges and other invited guests and took place at Dublin Castle.

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