Limerick City and County Council have announced that Vicky Phelan will be given the Freedom of Limerick in a ceremony tomorrow (Thursday) evening.
The ceremony, which will be live stremed, will take place at 6.30pm.
The Freedom of Limerick is the highest honour that can be given to an individual by Limerick City and County Council and “is reserved for those who have made exceptional of unique contributions to the common good or to persons who have made outstanding contributions to the life of Limerick,” according to Limerick City and County Council.
Ms Phelan is being honoured for her work in uncovering the Cervical Check scandal and her tireless advocacy and support of other women who have been affected and are fighting for justice.
She is also an advocate for the right for terminally-ill people to end their suffering.
Mayor of the City and County of Limerick, Councillor Daniel Butler said: “Vicky Phelan is an inspiration to all of us.
“She is a tireless fighter for women who have been affected by the Cervical Check scandal, and her work encapsulates the Freedom of Limerick, and how women should be treated.”
Mayor Butler also said: “Despite her own health, she continues to face her challenges head on with a drive and determination that has won the love, admiration and respect of the people of Limerick, Ireland and the world.”
Ms Phelan is suffering with terminal cancer and announced before Christmas that she had discontinued treatment due to the impact it was having on her quality of life.
The ceremony can be viewed here.
