Menu
03/01/2007
Former UUP MP dies aged 81
Former Ulster Unionist MP Cecil Walker has died today after suffering a heart attack.
The MP for north Belfast between 1983 and 2001, Sir Cecil lost his seat to the DUP's Nigel Dodds.
Ulster Unionist Party Leader Sir Reg Empey said: “I would like to extend my deepest condolences to the Walker family at this sad time.
“Sir Cecil was a dedicated public servant who represented the people of North Belfast both as a councillor at Belfast city council and for 18 years as MP for the area. His friendly and gentlemanly manner endeared him to both political friend and foe alike.
“Sir Cecil was widely respected within the Unionist family and will be sorely missed by all who knew him.”
Former Ulster Unionist Party Leader Lord Trimble added: “Sir Cecil Walker will always be remembered as a loyal representative of the Ulster Unionist Party who was noted for his tireless work on behalf of his constituents. I will always remember him with great affection.”
Party colleague UUP MLA Fred Cobain said: "He was a tremendous individual and had a great rapport with ordinary working class people in the constituency and was a personal friend.
"This really has taken the wind out of those who knew him."
(EF)
The MP for north Belfast between 1983 and 2001, Sir Cecil lost his seat to the DUP's Nigel Dodds.
Ulster Unionist Party Leader Sir Reg Empey said: “I would like to extend my deepest condolences to the Walker family at this sad time.
“Sir Cecil was a dedicated public servant who represented the people of North Belfast both as a councillor at Belfast city council and for 18 years as MP for the area. His friendly and gentlemanly manner endeared him to both political friend and foe alike.
“Sir Cecil was widely respected within the Unionist family and will be sorely missed by all who knew him.”
Former Ulster Unionist Party Leader Lord Trimble added: “Sir Cecil Walker will always be remembered as a loyal representative of the Ulster Unionist Party who was noted for his tireless work on behalf of his constituents. I will always remember him with great affection.”
Party colleague UUP MLA Fred Cobain said: "He was a tremendous individual and had a great rapport with ordinary working class people in the constituency and was a personal friend.
"This really has taken the wind out of those who knew him."
(EF)
Related Northern Ireland News Stories
Click here for the latest headlines.
07 August 2001
UUP dismiss IICD report and peace blueprint
Ulster Unionist Party leader David Trimble’s response to the Independent International Commission on Decommissioning (IICD) report has been to again reiterate that the IRA must put its arms beyond use and must decommission its weapons.
UUP dismiss IICD report and peace blueprint
Ulster Unionist Party leader David Trimble’s response to the Independent International Commission on Decommissioning (IICD) report has been to again reiterate that the IRA must put its arms beyond use and must decommission its weapons.
10 October 2003
Rebel MP's set to retake whip
The Ulster Unionist Party's three rebel MP's are set to retake the party whip next week. Jeffrey Donaldson, David Burnside and the Rev Martin Smyth are said to have discussed the matter privately at a special meeting.
Rebel MP's set to retake whip
The Ulster Unionist Party's three rebel MP's are set to retake the party whip next week. Jeffrey Donaldson, David Burnside and the Rev Martin Smyth are said to have discussed the matter privately at a special meeting.
18 October 2010
UUP Military Cross Politician Mourned
Condolences have been expressed to the family circle of the late Captain Austin Ardill MC, an MP for Carrickfergus in the former Stormont Parliament. East Antrim MLA Ken Robinson was commenting on the sad news and said: "All who met with Austin were immediately struck by his sense of dignity, friendship and acute political awareness.
UUP Military Cross Politician Mourned
Condolences have been expressed to the family circle of the late Captain Austin Ardill MC, an MP for Carrickfergus in the former Stormont Parliament. East Antrim MLA Ken Robinson was commenting on the sad news and said: "All who met with Austin were immediately struck by his sense of dignity, friendship and acute political awareness.
06 January 2004
War of words erupt between Trimble and Donaldson
A war of words erupted today between Ulster Unionist leader, David Trimble and Lagan Valley MP Jeffrey Donaldson. It follows Mr Donaldson's high profile defection from the Ulster Unionist Party to the Democratic Unionist Party on Monday.
War of words erupt between Trimble and Donaldson
A war of words erupted today between Ulster Unionist leader, David Trimble and Lagan Valley MP Jeffrey Donaldson. It follows Mr Donaldson's high profile defection from the Ulster Unionist Party to the Democratic Unionist Party on Monday.
04 July 2002
Parties heckled at Hillsborough talks
The SDLP, Sinn Féin and the Ulster Unionist Party all came under verbal attack from a handful of loyalist protestors today as they arrived to take part in crisis talks at Hillsborough Castle.
Parties heckled at Hillsborough talks
The SDLP, Sinn Féin and the Ulster Unionist Party all came under verbal attack from a handful of loyalist protestors today as they arrived to take part in crisis talks at Hillsborough Castle.
-
Northern Ireland WeatherToday:A showery start with outbreaks most frequent north of Lough Neagh and through the morning, before dwindling during the afternoon as the northwest breezes ease and brighter spells of weak sunshine prosper. Maximum temperature 8 °C.Tonight:A dry night, save for a few light showers around the coasts, with prolonged clear spells and light winds bringing a frosty dawn for many in central and southern parts. Minimum temperature -3 °C.
