If Northern Ireland had better weather, it would be like New Zealand. It's an immensely beautiful country.

A day like today is not a day for soundbites, really. But I feel the hand of history upon our shoulders. I really do.

Look at Northern Ireland and how long that is taking. Look at Sinai and Lebanon, and you see how difficult that is,

Anyone born and bred in Northern Ireland can't be too optimistic.

The people of Northern Ireland have sorted out my whole life.

John Irwin became one of the greatest peace workers in Northern Ireland.