Archbishop says outpouring of affection for queen has helped to strengthen relationships between communities

Archbishop says outpouring of affection for queen has helped to strengthen relationships between communities

Archbishop Martin will attend the state funeral of the late queen on Monday

The Catholic archbishop of Armagh Eamon Martin has said the “outpouring of affection and genuine respect” for Queen Elizabeth II right across the island of Ireland has helped to “strengthen relationships" between communities, while warning the work of peace remains unfinished.

Archbishop Martin will attend the state funeral of the late queen on Monday alongside the Church of Ireland archbishop of Armagh John McDowell, president of the Methodist Church the Reverend David Nixon and moderator of the Presbyterian Church the Right Reverend John Kirkpatrick.

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