Cowen praises retiring Paisley’s ‘immense vision’

TAOISEACH Brian Cowen last praised Ian Paisley for “showing great leadership and immense vision” in helping to bring about the historic agreement of 2007.

Cowen praises  retiring Paisley’s ‘immense vision’

The Taoiseach made his comments as the 82-year-old prepared to step down as the North’s First Minister and leader of the DUP.

Mr Cowen said that Dr Paisley “left behind a great legacy”, where a new Northern Ireland is looking to the future with hope and confidence.

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