The President of Ireland
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04/07/2026 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 04/07/2026 10:22
Statement by President Connolly on the death of Seán Barrett
Statement by President Connolly on the death of Seán Barrett
Date: Tue 7 Apr, 2026 | 13:00
"As President of Ireland, may I offer my sincere condolences on the death of Seán Barrett.
In a career of dedicated public service, Seán served as a County Councillor, Minister of State, Government Chief Whip, Minister and Ceann Comhairle and was deeply respected by his constituents in Dún Laoghaire.
The launch of Oireachtas TV during Seán's term as Ceann Comhairle was particularly noteworthy, extending as it did access to the proceedings of the Oireachtas to the public on a daily basis.
May I extend my condolences to Seán's wife Sheila, to their children and extended family, and to all of his friends, colleagues and former constituents."
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