Popemobile handed over to Foyle Search and Rescue charity

written by John February 6, 2019

The Pope’s Skoda car formally handed over to Foyle Search and Rescue

A CAR used by Pope Francis during his historic visit to Ireland last summer has been formally handed over to Derry’s Foyle Search and Rescue charity.

The Skoda Rapid estate was one of two used by the Pontiff during his Irish trip in 2018.

FSR say: We have taken delivery of one of the two vehicles used by Pope Francis during his visit to Ireland.

“It was presented to Foyle Search & Rescue on Tuesday.

“Fr Tim Bartlett, the Papal Visit Coordinator who attended, spoke of the Popes wish that the vehicle be used daily to help others.”

Mayor John Boyle was also present when the car was formally handed over to FSR.

The SDLP councillor said: “I got to sit in the Pope Mobile yesterday.

“A great gesture from Pope Francis that will mean a lot to Foyle Search & Rescue in their efforts to keep people safe.”

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