Lord of Laois
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| Lord of Laois | |
|---|---|
  Arms of O'More: Vert a lion rampant and in chief three mullets Or | |
| Creation date | 1016 |
| Created by | Irish King |
| Peerage | Ireland |
| Seats | Dunamase Castle, later Balyna |
| Motto | 'Cu Reu Bhaid ("The hounds to victory") |
| Frequency Comparisons:[1] | |
Lord of Laois is a title that belonged to the historical rulers of the Kingdom of Laois in Ireland. It was held by the O'More family[2] and later the More O'Ferralls who ruled the kingdom.[citation needed] The title is first recorded as existing in 1016, in the Annals of the Four Masters.[3] After the O'Mores were dispossessed of their lands in the 16th century, they left Laois, after 600 years. Despite this, they continued to hold the title.[citation needed]
