Vatican accepts the resignation of Sean Brady

IRELAND
Newstalk

Sue Murphy
11:00 Monday 8 September 2014

The Pope has accepted the resignation of Sean Brady as the Catholic Primate of All Ireland.

Cardinal Brady offered his resignation in July, a month ahead of his 75th birthday.

Eamon Martin (52), who has been working as his Coadjutor for the past 16 months, is taking over in the position.

Archbishop Martin says he is honoured to take on the role.

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