David Stanton (Cork East, Fine Gael)

I too wish to add to the tributes to my late colleague Joe Sherlock who was a legend in Cork East where everybody knew and respected him. Many loved him. He was extremely sincere which came across in the way he spoke. He was also passionate about the issues on which he felt strongly. I saw him in action. He was a gentleman but woe betide anyone who got on his wrong side when he was on a roll about an issue about which he felt passionate. He was successful because he worked hard for the people. Everybody could go to him and many did across the constituency and he helped them. From Mallow to Midleton, to Ballycotton and Youghal, Joe could turn up anywhere and often did.

I extend my sympathy to Deputy Sherlock, to Joe's family and the Labour Party on the unexpected and sad loss of a legend.

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