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Friday 24 March 2023 Dublin: 8°C

# Gerry Collins

All time
"Thanks Dad..." - family of anti-smoking hero Gerry Collins bids farewell
The late Gerry Collins was remembered by his daughter Lisa at the HSE Heathcare Leaders Masterclass in the Convention Centre this month.
# QUIT
One year on: 'If even one person stops smoking, then it will all be worth it’
It’s one year since the death of Gerry Collins, but he continues to inspire people to quit smoking.
# In Memory
Kerry and Donegal stars to play match in honour of late anti-smoking campaigner Gerry Collins
Next Saturday’s game is in aid of Fundúireacht Páidi Ó Sé and a Donegal cancer charity.
# sponsored
Open thread: Gerry Collins knew what life meant to him - what are you grateful for?
Anti-smoking campaigner spoke of his love for family in ‘Gerry’s Story’, released today for first time.
# must watch
"I'll miss my kids"... Two heartbreaking new anti-smoking ads featuring the late Gerry Collins
The hard-hitting ads are being broadcast to mark National No Smoking Day, in accordance with Gerry’s and his family’s wishes.
# RIP
Gerry Collins, who appeared in hard-hitting anti-smoking ads, has died
The 57-year-old father-of-three was diagnosed with terminal lung cancer last year.
# Smithwick Tribunal
Smithwick Tribunal: Former minister disputes evidence about Jack Lynch
Gerry Collins, who was Jack Lynch’s minister for justice, disputes a former RUC officer’s claims that Lynch ordered no assistance.
# maastricht
20 years ago today: Ireland enters the new European Union
The Maastricht Treaty was signed on February 7, 1992 – with Ireland sending Bertie Ahern and Gerard Collins to sign up.
# State Papers
State papers: Opposition proposed 'secret' Bill to grant divorce
Parties tabled a bill that would have led to a divorce referendum as early as 1980 – six years before one was held.