In a spirit of humility and repentance Iris sought my forgiveness; she took responsibility upon herself alone for her actions and I have forgiven her. More important, I know that she has sought and received God's forgiveness. – Peter Robinson
I grieve that I have damaged my profession in Christ but I am comforted that He was able to forgive me. – Iris Robinson
Despite Peter's public role he is entitled to privacy as he and his family seek to deal with this matter. I wish them well. – Deputy First Minister Martin McGuinness
There is no sign of thaw or any return to mild weather. It's going to stay exceptionally cold. – Weatherman Vincent O'Shea
My doctors have advised that I am fit to continue to fulfil my duties . . . At all times, I will act in the best interests of the country and in accordance with any medical advice received. – Brian Lenihan, confirming his cancer diagnosis and determination to remain as Minister for Finance
Dear Colleagues, Please be informed . . . that there is forgotten sample of explosive material in baggage on bord [sic] of flight no V58230 . . . The sample is not dangerous, it is only used for dog training. It is not able to cause explosion or fire . . . – Telex to Servisair baggage handlers at Dublin airport from Slovak border guards who botched a test of their own security screening at Poprad-Tatry airport in northern Slovakia
Ultimately, the buck stops with me. When the system fails, it is my responsibility. – US president Barack Obama shouldering blame for the security failures that allowed a would-be bomber get aboard a US flight on Christmas Day