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John Major reprimanded John Bruton for ‘stormy’ speech in 1995

John Major reprimanded John Bruton for ‘stormy’ speech in 1995

‘I regret that you have spoken in this way,’ British PM John Major wrote to Taoiseach John Bruton in 1995.

Graveside mourners hear John Bruton was a ‘statesman of unshakeable integrity’

Graveside mourners hear John Bruton was a ‘statesman of unshakeable integrity’

Taoiseach Leo Varadkar paid tribute to his predecessor, who was an inspiration to him as a ‘beacon of courage’

John Bruton: State funeral takes place for ‘humble and unassuming’ former taoiseach

John Bruton: State funeral takes place for ‘humble and unassuming’ former taoiseach

John Bruton was described as ‘honest and honourable, patient and persevering, courageous and committed’, mourners heard.

Quiz: Who did Jeffrey Donaldson say must have the 'longest arms on this island'?

Quiz: Who did Jeffrey Donaldson say must have the 'longest arms on this island'?

John Bruton hailed ‘a great statesman’ at removal mass in Co Meath

John Bruton hailed ‘a great statesman’ at removal mass in Co Meath

Dáil remembers ‘modern Irish patriot’ during tributes to John Bruton

Dáil remembers ‘modern Irish patriot’ during tributes to John Bruton

Funeral of former taoiseach John Bruton to be held on Saturday

Funeral of former taoiseach John Bruton to be held on Saturday

Mayo TD pays tribute as former Taoiseach John Bruton passes away

Mayo TD pays tribute as former Taoiseach John Bruton passes away

Tue, 06 Feb, 2024

Former Taoiseach John Bruton has died aged 76 following a long illness. In a statement, Mr Bruton's family said: “It is with deep sadness we wish to announce the death of former Taoiseach John Bruton.