Statement from President Michael D. Higgins – Liam Ó Murchú
Date: Mon 29th Jun, 2015 | 10:08
President Higgins said today
"I was greatly saddened to hear of the passing of former broadcaster, editor and producer, Liam Ó Murchú.
Throughout his career Liam worked tirelessly to promote the Irish language both in front of and behind the camera. What set him apart in the promotion of the language was his belief that the language belonged to everyone and he displayed this inclusive approach as presenter of the bilingual programme, Trom agus Éadrom.
He will be remembered by his former colleagues in the media and broadcast sector as a consummate professional who was full of warmth and vitality.
Sabina and I express our deepest sympathies to his eight children, his grandchildren, great grandchildren, his extended family and his friends."