Archbishops express sympathy at death of former Taoiseach
On behalf of the Church of Ireland, we wish to express sympathy to the family of the late Dr Garrett Fitzgerald, former leader of Fine Gael and Taoiseach, who died this morning, aged 85.
Dr Fitzgerald had a unique and inspirational spirit for public service. He took significant steps in many aspects of political life. He invested much of his energy and intellect in establishing the New Ireland Forum and the Anglo Irish Agreement. He was also an adept polemicist.
Dr Fitzgerald showed integrity and sincerity in all aspects of his long career. His passion for peace and his towering intellect were lived out in a humble and accessible personality.
The Most Revd Alan Harper, OBE, Archbishop of Armagh, Primate of All Ireland
The Most Revd Dr Michael Jackson, Archbishop of Dublin and Primate of Ireland