David Trimble funeral unites politicians from across spectrum

Service for former first minister brings together Northern Irish, British and Irish leaders

David Trimble faced bitter opposition from across the political spectrum during his life but his funeral has united British, Irish and Northern Irish leaders in paying tribute to his accomplishments and sacrifice.

The service in Lisburn on Monday brought together the British prime minister, Boris Johnson, and other political representatives from London, Dublin and Belfast to bid farewell to Northern Ireland's inaugural first minister.