22 January 2000

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Adams thanks David Andrews for his contribution to the search for a lasting peace

Sinn Fein President Gerry Adams MP speaking prior to a meeting of the party's Ard Chomhairle in Dublin this morning, thanked David Andrews for his substantial contribution to the search for a lasting peace and wished him well for the future.

Mr. Adams said:

``On behalf of republicans everywhere I want to thank David Andrews for his substantial contribution to the search for a lasting peace throughout his time as Minister for Foreign Affairs.

``He took office at a difficult and challenging time and worked diligently on behalf of all of the people of Ireland.

``I want to wish David well for the future.''

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