Trade union leader mourned

The trade union movement was today mourning the death of one of its most familiar faces.

Terry Carlin, the former Northern Ireland officer of the Irish Congress of Trades Unions, died after a short illness.

The Derry-born trade unionist was active in the ICTU for almost 30 years until his retirement in July 2001.

ICTU deputy assistant general secretary Tom Gillen said staff were “deeply saddened” by the news.

Mr Gillen said: “Terry worked for the Congress for almost 30 years and for well over 20 of those served as Northern Ireland Officer.

“During this time he was at the forefront of the trade union movement.

“Terry will not only be remembered for his work on industrial and social issues but particularly for his courage in leading the trade union movement through some of its most difficult years.

“Terry was instrumental in driving the calls for peace in our community linked to both work and progress.

“The ICTU will, in the future, honour Terry’s memory in an appropriate manner.”

Mr Carlin leaves behind a wife, Una, and daughter, Angela.