Martin pays tribute to David Trimble at Queen's University lecture
Taoiseach Micheál Martin has paid tribute to former Ulster Unionist leader David Trimble, saying he played a critical role in the negotiations that led to the Good Friday Agreement.Speaking at Queen's University Belfast, Mr Martin said the level of personal bravery required was under-appreciated at the time and should not be forgotten.He was delivering the inaugural Lord Trimble Lecture.Mr Martin said Trimble was a figure of great significance in Irish and British history and that his life should be better remembered and understood.The Taoiseach said Trimble had sought to represent his community while also responding to the need to find... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 07 May 2026 20:06 LONDON
