Sinn Féin MLA Martin McGuinness today expressed his sadness at the death of playwright Brian Friel.
Martin McGuinness said:
“It was with great sadness I learned of the death of one of one of our greatest ever playwrights Brian Friel.
“Brian was a quiet, unassuming man who made a huge contribution to the arts and his work had universal appeal.
“I extend my sincere condolences to his wife and children at this difficult time.” ENDS/CRÍOCH