'A great character': Tributes paid following death of GAA commentator Paudie Palmer

Tánaiste Micheál Martin said his loss would be felt in the wider sporting community across Cork and across the country

Paudie Palmer at his home near Innishannon village, Cork. Picture: Dan Linehan

Tánaiste Micheál Martin has paid tribute to legendary GAA broadcaster Paudie Palmer, who has died aged 65 after a hit-and-run incident in Innishannon, Co Cork.

Mr Martin described the news as devastating.