Ulster Unionists pay tribute to former MLA George Savage

Ulster Unionists have paid warm tribute to their former colleague George Savage the former Upper Bann MLA and Mayor of Craigavon who has died following an illness.

 Former party leader Lord Empey said:

 “George was one of the most respected Ulster Unionist Party representatives in the Assembly, a two term MLA, a long serving member of Craigavon Borough Council, and a former Mayor of the Borough. George was a solid Ulsterman who stood loyal throughout the troubles.

 “The respect with which George was held has been obvious in recent weeks with the amount of people who visited George's family home. He was one of our most long standing members. We will remember him for his very dedicated work over the years.”

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