Hillery praised across political spectrum

THE late president Dr Patrick Hillery was praised from across the political spectrum as the Dáil honoured his memory.

With scheduled Oireachtas business suspended for two days as a mark of respect, TDs assembled for a special session to mark the president’s contribution to public life.

Taoiseach Bertie Ahern said Dr Hillery gave “outstanding and unrivalled” service to the Irish state and to the Irish people.