'Mitchell was a most unselfish politician': Fitzgerald

Former Fine Gael Taoiseach Dr Garret Fitzgerald has paid tribute to the late Jim Mitchell, describing him as a "most unselfish politician".

Mon, 02 Dec, 2002 - 10:42

Former Fine Gael Taoiseach Dr Garret Fitzgerald has paid tribute to the late Jim Mitchell, describing him as a "most unselfish politician".

Dr Fitzgerald also said those who now enjoy cheap airline flights across Europe can thank Mr Mitchell.

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