Former Democratic Unionist Party leader Dr Ian Paisley has died
Former Democratic Unionist Party leader Dr Ian Paisley has died, his wife Eileen said today.
Archbishop: Paisley will be remembered for his courage
Archbishop of Canterbury Justin Welby has paid tribute to Ian Paisley who he called a "passionate advocate of his community" and a "man of deep faith".
He added: "History will remember him for many things but above all for having the courage, when he judged the moment to be right, of taking the difficult but vital steps towards reconciliation."
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Ian Paisley: Baptist minister, militant and peacemaker
Dr Ian Paisley was a fiery and uncompromising politician throughout the Troubles who later in life underwent a dramatic transformation.
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Dr Ian Paisley's most famous quotes
Often divisive and controversial, Dr Ian Paisley has been described as a militant turned peacemaker. Here are 10 of his most notable quotes.