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Statement by Minister Flanagan on the announcement by Peter Robinson, First Minister of Northern Ireland
Speaking after the announcement this morning by the Peter Robinson, First Minister of Northern Ireland, of his intention to retire from politics, the Minister for Foreign Affairs and Trade, Charles Flanagan TD, said:
“I was very sad to learn this morning of Peter Robinson’s intention to retire from politics in the near future. At the appropriate moment, there will be an opportunity to fully record our appreciation for the positive contribution he has made to politics and society in Northern Ireland over recent times.
“From my own direct experience of working closely with Peter, I wish to acknowledge his leading role in bringing stability to the political institutions in Northern Ireland, which was most recently demonstrated in the ‘Fresh Start’ Agreement of which he was a key architect.
“I wish Peter, Iris and their family the very best for the future.”