11 April, 1998

IRISH NEWS

'The deal does not diminish the sense of Britishness felt by the unionist people. Nor does it undermine the cause of those who want to see Ireland united'.

THE IRISH TIMES

'The way forward is in compromise, in trust and in a true willingness to respect diversity. It can deliver lasting peace, security and a greater degree of prosperity for all'.

THE MIRROR

'Yesterday's Agreement is truly historic. It is so remarkable, such a fantastic achievement that it barely seems possible'.

DAILY MAIL

'Northern Ireland, so benighted for so long by murder and mayhem last night turned its back on a bloody past and took the first steps towards a peaceful future'.

NEWS LETTER

'Only the politically naive and those unfamiliar with life in this province will be convinced that it (the deal) will deliver a lasting peace to our divided community.

BELFAST TELEGRAPH

'There should be no losers, only winners as a result of the Agreement'.

IRISH INDEPENDENT

'Well done Ireland - and that means all of us'.