Diocesan News
Statement by Bishop of Derry on Political Agreement NI
Statement on Political Agreement in Northern Ireland
from The Rt Revd Ken Good, Bishop of Derry & Raphoe
Bishop Ken Good has welcomed the announcement of political agreement on the devolution of policing and justice. He said, 'The fact that political agreement has been reached on this difficult issue is to be commended. These past weeks have been frustrating for all of us as we have waited for political leaders to come to come to an accommodation. The fact that this has eventually been reached is to be welcomed.'
Bishop Good continued,'The greatest challenge of political leadership, in any time and in any place, is to act for the common good. We now look to the future as we welcome this significant moment in the politics of our community. We encourage our leaders to expend great energy and to find common purpose in successfully meeting the economic and social challenges that lie ahead.'
'This breakthrough may release a logjam that has held back decision making in other areas of political life. If our politicians will seek accommodation for the common good in other decisions affecting everyday life they will find significant goodwill for their efforts from all sides.'
ENDS
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