Irish premier hails cross-community participation at Belfast Fleadh

Taoiseach Micheál Martin visited Belfast on Thursday afternoon to attend the city's inaugural Fleadh Cheoil na hÉireann. During his visit, the Irish premier praised the cross-community participation observed at the event. The gathering marked a significant cultural milestone for the city as it hosted the prestigious music festival for the first time, with the Taoiseach highlighting the importance of inclusive engagement across different community backgrounds during the festivities held throughout the city.