SDLP Foyle MP Colum Eastwood has paid tribute to trade unionist Uel Adair following news of his passing on New Year’s Eve at Altnagelvin Hospital.
Colum Eastwood MP said: “This is deeply sad news for everyone who knew or had the opportunity to work alongside Uel.
“He was a kind, generous and passionate advocate for people in Derry and far beyond as a leading member of the trade union movement and will be sadly missed by many.
“Uel leaves a lasting impact on our city and on communities across Ireland as a trade unionist but also as an ardent supporter of Credit Unions and their power to lift working people out of poverty.
“He dedicated his life to helping people secure opportunity and prosperity.
“It was a life full of meaning, consequence and love for his family.
“This is of course a difficult time for his wife Ina, their children Craig and Sharleen and his wide circle of friends and family.
“I hope they are comforted by the high regard in which he was held by our whole community.”
Mr Adair’s funeral will take place on Friday, January 3, 2025 at 12.30 pm at WJ O’Brien and Sons Funeral Home, 110, Clooney Road, Eglinton, BT47 3PU, with interment afterwards in Ballyoan Cemetery.
