Gary Hart is new US Envoy to Northern Ireland, Says John Kerry

US Secretary of State John Kerry named former Colorado Senator Gary Hart as the new representative for Northern Ireland issues. Kerry said Hart will play a "direct, on-the-ground diplomatic role."

In a statement released on October 21, 2014, Secretary Kerry said, "I've asked Senator Hart to support the parties in Northern Ireland as they enter a new round of talks to achieve a lasting peace. We welcome these new talks, supported by the United Kingdom and Ireland. I am confident Senator Hart will help the parties strengthen the institutions and economy of Northern Ireland, as well as reinvigorate efforts to promote a shared society. Our Consul General in Belfast Greg Burton will serve as Senator Hart’s deputy for his Northern Ireland work. Senator Hart expects to visit Belfast before the end of the month."

Here is the full statement.

Father Sean McManus, founder of the Irish National Caucus and long-time authority on Northern Ireland, applauded the appointment, saying, “I hope he can nudge all the parties in Northern Ireland along a progressive path. Most of all, I hope he can convince the two sovereign governments of London and Dublin to do their duty and keep the promises they have signed in the international treaty of the Good Friday Agreement."

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