QUOTES OF THE WEEK
“As well as a friend to many, he was a much-adored husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather. We cannot express how proud we are of the extraordinary life he led and the pleasure he brought to so many people in different countries and from all walks of life. He was a thoroughly honest, kind, funny and genuine man who always had time for people. His loss will leave a huge hole in all our lives but we are thankful for a lifetime of happy memories.”
Statement from the family of Ireland legend Jack Charlton, who died on Friday, aged 85.
“He changed everything about Irish football because there was a stage where we hadn’t qualified for tournaments. Jack came in and changed that mentality, got us through two World Cups and one European Championship. His legacy within Ireland is absolutely huge.” Former Ireland and Liverpool midfielder Ray Houghton.
“Absolutely gutted. Father figure to me for 10 years, thanks for having faith in me. Sleep well Jack, Love ya. Thinking of Pat, John and Peter at this sad time.”
Paul McGrath, former Manchester United and Ireland centre-back.
“Some 77pc of the new cases are under 25 years of age. Covid-19 is extremely infectious and none of us is immune. It is important we all continue to follow public health advice and risk-assess our actions.”
Acting chief medical officer Dr Ronan Glynn warns of the growing risk of another Covid-19 surge after an increase in the spread of the virus as people who were infected abroad return home.
“This project has already undergone numerous delays and expenses — neither it nor the State can afford more controversy and delay now.”
Fianna Fail TD James Lawless on news work on the new €1.7bn National Children’s Hospital has stalled amid a dispute over who should pay for the extra costs of reopening the site.
“You tried to spoof the Taoiseach and the Minister for Finance and you were caught out. You were caught out spoofing and ripping off customers.”
Sinn Fein finance spokesman Pearse Doherty accuses the banks of misleading the then Taoiseach and Finance Minister over the charging of interest on Covid mortgage payment breaks.
“No. That’s what wives are for.”
Former Formula One boss Bernie Ecclestone (89) on why he will not be changing his newborn son’s nappies.