Paddy Burke (Fine Gael)

He would meet all councillors on the way in to the conference. I have no doubt that is one of the reasons he was so friendly with many councillors and got such a great number of votes.

As Senator Bradford noted, Peter was not afraid to speak out or take a different view than his party members. He was not afraid to put Ministers on the rack when they came into the House. At the same time, I have no doubt that he was a very good dancer because he definitely tip-toed around a number of issues with the greatest of ease. I extend sympathy to his wife, Sheila, and the members of his large family who are present.