. . . All of us who worked to support peace in Northern Ireland owe her our gratitude.

It marks an historic day for Northern Ireland and is very encouraging for all those who support the peace process, the rule of law, and a Northern Ireland free from sectarian violence.

There will always be extremists who seek to disrupt a process such as the peace process in Northern Ireland, ... They must not be allowed to get their way.

We have made an important step in the transition from conflict to peace in Northern Ireland.

The decision ... was in the interests of public safety for the whole of Northern Ireland and I support him. Many people will be angry with what has occurred and I ask for restraint.

I feel hopeful and confident that the ultimate prize -- stable, inclusive government in Northern Ireland and an unbreakable peace -- will at long last be within our grasp.