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Statement by Minister Charlie Flanagan TD on the death of Mr Eamonn Barnes

"I was saddened to hear today of the death of Eamonn Barnes. Mr Barnes was appointed the first Director of Public Prosecutions in 1974, after the
position became separate from the Attorney General's Office.

He served the State with considerable distinction in that role for 25 years, establishing the unquestioned independence of the position from
Government.

I extend my sympathies to his family, friends and former colleagues."