Statement by President Michael D. Higgins - Former Minister and EU Commissioner Richard Burke
Date: Wed 16th Mar, 2016 | 10:38
"It is with sadness that I have learned of the death of former Minister and EU Commissioner Richard Burke.
He will be remembered for his two terms as EU Commissioner under two different governments and his contribution as Minister for Education to the establishment of a comprehensive system of higher level education.
To his wife Mary, his children and extended family, I extend my heartfelt sympathy."