The death has been announced of Seán Barrett, former Teachta Dála (TD) and Ceann Comhairle of Dáil Éireann, who has passed away at the age of 81 years.
Mr Barrett was a long-serving member of Fine Gael and represented the Dún Laoghaire constituency for several decades. First elected to Dáil Éireann in 1981, he served until 2002 and later returned to public office from 2007 until his retirement in 2020.
Mr Barrett was elected Ceann Comhairle in 2011 and served in that role until 2016. He was widely regarded as a fair and authoritative chair who upheld parliamentary standards and oversaw important developments in the modernisation of Dáil proceedings.
During his political career, he held a number of senior government positions, including Minister for Defence and Minister for the Marine between 1995 and 1997. He also served as Government Chief Whip during the mid-1990s.
Seán Barrett is remembered for his long-standing commitment to public service and his dedication to his constituents over many years.
Our deepest sympathy goes to his wife Sheila, children, grandchildren, extended family and friends.
Ar dheis Dé go raibh a anam dílis.
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