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Former FF Minister, Ceann Comhairle Rory O'Hanlon Dies
Taoiseach Micheál Martin led tributes, saying O'Hanlon left a significant footprint on Irish public life and helped advance the Good Friday Agreement.
- Former Fianna Fáil TD and Ceann Comhairle Rory O'Hanlon died peacefully at his home in Carrickmacross, aged 92. He served as a GP and represented Cavan-Monaghan for 34 years before retiring in 2011.
- O'Hanlon served as Minister for Health from 1987 to 1991 and held the position of Ceann Comhairle of the 29th Dáil from 2002 to 2007. Before entering politics in 1977, he practiced medicine in County Monaghan.
- Known for his cross-border work, O'Hanlon helped implement the Good Friday Agreement after 1998. He is survived by his wife, Teresa, and six children, including actor and comedian Ardal O'Hanlon, best known for playing Dougal McGuire in Father Ted.
- Taoiseach Micheál Martin led tributes, stating O'Hanlon "cared passionately for his community and constituents." SDLP leader Claire Hanna called him a "true friend" of her party and "steadfast opponent" of political violence.
- Sinn Féin TD for Cavan-Monaghan Matt Carthy described O'Hanlon as "a pivotal figure" in the constituency for decades. Colleagues emphasized his "significant footprint on Irish public life" and noted he will "be fondly remembered" across Ireland.
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Taoiseach leads tributes after death of Rory O’Hanlon
The former Fianna Fail TD and Ceann Comhairle has died at the age of 92,
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