President : David Cameron : `` Although ours is the grand hope of reunion , naturally as a family we are heartbroken . Ian Paisley later on made a huge contribution to political life . First minister : Ian Paisley was one of the largest political figures in Northern Ireland . Irish PM : While he was a divisive figure , his greatest legacy will be one of peace . Paisley was a key figure in ending two decades of conflict in Northern Ireland .
President : David Cameron : Ian Paisley later on made a huge contribution to political life . First minister : Ian Paisley was one of the largest political figures in Northern Ireland . Irish PM : While he was a divisive figure , his greatest legacy will be one of peace . Paisley was a key figure in ending two decades of conflict in Northern Ireland .