Carol Nolan Expresses Condolences for Austen's Passing
Carol Nolan, speaking for the Rural Independent Group, expressed deep condolences following the passing of Austen and praised his public service. She offered sympathy to Senator Eamor Currie, the Currie family and the Fine Gael Party.
Condolences from the Rural Independent Group
The Rural Independent Group conveyed its deepest condolences, describing it as very sad to hear of Austen's passing and extending sympathy to Senator Eamor Currie, the Currie family and the Fine Gael Party.
Praise for work in the north
Carol Nolan commended Austen for his work in the north, noting that he stood up for Catholic and nationalist families at a time when doing so was very difficult.
Housing work highlighted
She singled out Austen's significant contributions on housing, saying he did huge work in that area and that this would form a lasting part of his legacy.
Tribute to courage and leadership
Carol Nolan emphasised Austen's courage and leadership during challenging times and closed her remarks with the Irish phrase 'Go raibh maaibh', underscoring the esteem in which he was held.
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On behalf of the Rural Independent Group, I wish to express our deepest condolences. It was very sad to hear of Austen's passing yesterday. So we want to express our condolences to Senator Eamor Currie, the Currie family, Fine Gael Party. And as somebody who is nationalist, I want to also commend Austen for all he did in the north when it was very difficult to stand up for Catholic and nationalist families. in terms of housing, he did huge work, and I believe that he'll always be remembered for that great work, for his courage, and mainly the leadership that he showed at a very difficult time. Go raibh maaibh.
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