Sinn Féin spokesperson on Justice, Home Affairs & Migration. TD for Cavan Monaghan. Former MEP. Email matt.carthy@oir.ie to contact.
Carrickmacross, Monaghan, Éire
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My intervention on behalf of over 2million EU voters who are denied their voice in European Parliament. 3 Catalan MEPs have been refused access to EP - this undermines the democratic process & cannot be tolerated by those who value human rights in the EU.
#Catalonia #Strasbourg
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🇵🇸 Ireland’s opposition parties are united in demanding that the Irish government join South Africa’s referral of Israel to the ICJ under the Genocide Convention.
Proud to represent Sinn Féin at
@ipsc48 press conference on this issue. 🇮🇪
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So, I was wondering why the battery on my laptop was running down every time I left it at home.
Turns out the kids have been using my election leaflets to get through the facial recognition lock...
I’m not sure whether to be proud by the wit or concerned by the sneakiness?
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Good luck to #Catalonia on the peaceful route you have chosen. All of Europe must support this democratic course. politico.eu/article/catalan-…
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Spain has imprisoned people for organising a vote! In 2017!
Surely no EU leader can claim again that this is an 'internal' issue #Catalonia
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He was previously prevented from entering European Parliament for dubious reasons - but today we had a small victory as we welcome @KRLS exiled Catalan president Carles Puigdemont to parliament as our guest ✊
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Israel attacks Bethlehem on Christmas Day.
Seriously.
Israel attacks Bethlehem on Christmas Day!
Jesus Christ.
aljazeera.com/news/2023/12/2…
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My message to European leaders. While they stay silent on #Catalonia they lose the right to lecture others on Peace and Democracy.
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One Minister feels unwell = entire cabinet self-isolating & Dáil adjourned for a week.
Workers at meat plant test positive for #Covid19 = business as usual & tests cancelled.
Welcome to the contradictions of FF/FG in government.
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Petrol is almost €2 a litre. Home heating oil has gone up from an average of €550 to €700 in a matter of days. People are crying out for help. Just how bad will this crisis have to get before this government takes action?
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This evening in EP Strasbourg @EP_President made a call for respect for freedom & human dignity. I thought it appropriate to ask when he would speak for these principles regarding #Catalonia
His refusal to respond was disappointing but not surprising
#HumanRightsDay #Hypocrisy
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The Spanish government have crossed another big line. Other EU governments must now pick a side - Rajoy or democracy? #Catalonia
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We cannot ignore the actions of the Spanish state.
Solidarity to the people of #Catalonia!
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One of the largest demonstrations of International solidarity that Ireland has ever seen #Palestine 🇵🇸
I was proud to deliver the message from Sinn Féin & the Irish people
#CeasefireNow
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One of my proudest moments in politics when I had the honour of introducing the Palestinian Ambassador to Ireland to the Sinn Féin Ard Fheis today.
🇮🇪 In our thousands, in our millions, we are all Palestians 🇵🇸
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If these scenes were being broadcast from South America or Middle-East the rhetoric from EU leaders would be immense. The fact that is happening within EU borders makes their silence absolutely untenable. It is time to be counted, it’s time to stand against this tyranny!
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Proud to join Catalan community in Brussels as they welcome Carles Puigdemont and tell him he remains their president! #Catalonia
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Let this sink in. An EU state is using armed police to forcibly prevent citizens from voting!
Silence isnt an acceptable response #Catalonia
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It’s almost two years since the Catalan people voted for independence. The reaction of the Spanish government has been violent & oppressive while the EU has remained silent. I was proud to stand today with @KRLS & Catalonia in defense of #democracy #HumanRights & #RuleOfLaw
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This is not an ‘internal’ matter for the Spanish state. This is a fundamental betrayal of human rights and democracy. World leaders cannot remain silent. All need to speak out against this injustice! #Catalonia
#BREAKING 9 Catalan pro-independence leaders convicted to prison over 2017 referendum case charged with sedition and misuse of public funds with prison sentences ranging from 9 to 13 years
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Tajani has no authority to make this statement. EP has not endorsed any position on #Catalonia & cannot dismiss vote of another parliament. nitter.app/ep_president/status/92…
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Delighted to meet a new up-and-coming MEP in Brussels today!
Fáilte @KRLS Benvingut!
#Catalunya #Catalonia #ElectedRepresentative
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This week I was honoured to join Catalan community in Belgium to welcome 200 Mayors from Catalonia & the Presdient of the Catalan people, Carles Puigdemont in Brussels.
I stand on the side of peace, democracy & human rights.
I stand with Catalonia.
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🇵🇸🇮🇪 It is pointless to say that Israel must abide by international law when it is blatantly breaking that law every minute of every day.
The EU must change course. Ireland must lead the way.
My call to the Irish government ahead of this weeks European Council meeting:
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Catalan Political Prisoners must be released & the EU must support this demand. My message after meeting Catalan reps who face up to 25 years in jail because they allowed citizens to vote.
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As Irish Republicans prepare to remember those who declared Irish
independence in Easter 1916 we send solidarity to our friends in
#Catalonia who face massive repression from the Spanish state. The EU
needs to wake up.
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We need an investigation into how a convicted rapist , banned from Britain as a result of convictions there, came to be in Ireland to carry out another heinous crime.
Huge respect to the bravery of the victim in the case, who was only 18 at the time.
A convicted rapist who had only been in Ireland for a few days before he raped, sexually assaulted and falsely imprisoned a young woman has been jailed for ten years rte.ie/news/courts/2025/0314…
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This is a refugee camp.
Israel has bombed a refugee camp in Gaza!
This is not self-defence, this is a war crime!
Hundreds of innocents killed and injured.
Silence and complicity no-more. Israel must be held accountable.
#CeasefireNow!
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While EU leaders are at UN preaching democracy we're outside their headquarters reminding them that in Europe elected representatives are imprisoned for allowing people to vote!
The hypocrisy must end. Release political prisoners & allow Catalan people to decide their own future!
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MEPs have rejected a request to allow a debate on situation in #Catalonia. This wasn’t a resolution taking sides, just a proposal for a political discussion. In rejecting it, the EP has undermined its authority to comment on human rights issues elsewhere in the world. #Shame
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98yrs ago Ireland declared independence but no country recognised. War, division & partition followed. Travesty that FG ignore our own past. nitter.app/newschambers/status/92…
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The Spanish Supreme Court must #FreeMEPJunqueras and allow him to fulfil the mandate of his voters!
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Really proud to meet @KRLS on the day Spanish government drop arrest warrant against him. Continued solidarity to the people of #Catalonia & their elected representatives!
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When a state denies elected representatives access to prisoners it should be cause for concern.
When that state is in the EU and the reps concerned are members of European Parliament it should be cause for outrage from other EU leaders.
The silence on #Catalonia must end!
A group of MEPs has been refused entry to Estremera prison in Spain where 2 Catalan political prisoners are held. We’ve been trying to get authorisation for over a month. Visiting prisoners here is a hard task for MEPs while elsewhere in the EU it’s much easier @Europarl_EN
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Urging the Irish government to stand up at EU level for democracy, human rights & self-determination in Catalonia.
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Just visited @ForcadellCarme in Centre Mas d’Enric prison. She was president of Catalan Parliament and is imprisoned awaiting show trial that could lead to 25year sentence for the audacious crime of respecting the mandate of her MPs. EU cannot accept this injustice!
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Crazy!
AIB, a bank that was bailed out by Irish taxpayers to the tune of €3.5BILLION, have announced that they are removing cash services from 70 branches (including Carrickmacross & Castleblayney in Co Monaghan). 1/2
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🚨 Scandalous 🚨
Nearly 90% of the plastic collected under the Deposit Return Scheme is shipped out of Ireland despite there being a company in Monaghan that’s able to recycle it.
This is ludicrous for what’s supposed to be an environmental scheme. This must be addressed!
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So, arrived in Barcelona for my first visit to Catalonia. Unfortunately it’s short and will be spent meeting political prisoners whose crimes amount to allowing citizens to vote. Amazing that more attention is not focused on Spanish authorities responsible for this injustice.
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Will Irish banks never cop on??? Taking charges out of customers accounts in the middle of an emergency is Out Of Order!!! @AIBIreland
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This is a Security ‘Hut’ that cost YOU €1.4MILLION!!!!
Fianna Fáil & Fine Gael, there really is no limit to the wastage of public funds they’re willing to oversee.
They can’t build Hosptials, Bike Shelters or houses without squandering taxpayers funds. It’s time for change!
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Don’t ever let anyone convince us that change isn’t possible - it’s happening in front of our eyes.
Today we take a giant step on the road to a better, fairer, united Ireland.
Maith thú @moneillsf
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The civil servant heading the department responsible for the Mandatory Hotel fiasco is Robert Watt.
He’s in line for a €81,000 pay rise from government.
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"The first genocide where victims are broadcasting their own destruction in real time in the desperate, so far vain hope that the world might do something."
So proud of Ireland’s Blinne Ní Ghralaigh who presented the South African ICJ case against Israel.
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Bobby Sands died on this day in 1981.
He remains an inspiration to millions across the world. Long live the memory of the Irish Hunger Strikers!
#BobbySands
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A young @PearseDoherty looking for a pair of jeans on the telly. That was before he had his own stylist to go shopping for him...
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Shameful stuff!
Fianna Fáil, Fine Gael & Green TDs ABSTAIN on Sinn Féin motion demanding end to Coillte’s Joint Venture with British investment fund.
For all their bluff and bluster government will allow the land-grab to proceed - with clear intention that others will follow.
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The scenes from Al-Asqa mosque in Jerusalem are grotesque in the extreme.
The brutality of Israeli apartheid has been exposed to the world once again. This time the world must take notice and demand an end to the oppression of the Palestinian people.
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If this doesn’t force the world to act against the barbaric, hateful, cowardly Israeli regime - what the hell will????
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This isn’t like any other campaign. This is about defending the right to vote! I’m proud to stand with MEPs from across EU in support of democracy, peace & human rights.
Free Catalan Political Prisoners Now!
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Getting emails from Spanish MEPs slamming the prospect of an Independence referendum in #Catalonia There's nothing to fear from democracy!
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Jailing of Catalan leaders is a stain on European democracy sinnfein.ie/contents/46872 #Catalonia
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On this day 1974 British agents detonated bombs in Monaghan & Dublin, killing 34 innocents. Survivors and families of victims have campaigned for truth and justice ever since.
Today I was proud to join them at a commemorative ceremony at Talbot Street, Dublin. The truth will out!
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The decision of Spanish authorities to issue a European arrest warrant for Carles Puigdemont was scandalous but the move by Germany to pursue it is crazy.
The credibility of the EU is now at stake- the self determination of a people can never be declared an illegal act @JunckerEU
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Proud to stand with a huge crowd in Dublin to resist the Fianna Fáil/ Fine Gael plans to install retail units in the GPO.
The GPO is a sacred building in Ireland’s rebel history. The battle to save it is on! 🇮🇪
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Horrendous, heart-wrenching news coming from Clones this evening.
A moment of joy and celebration for these young people has turned into a lifetime of devastation for those who loved them.
God help the families affected. The prayers of everyone in County Monaghan is with them.
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It’s mind boggling that there wasn’t a single reference to Food Processing Plants in the government #COVID statements. Lots of families, communities & businesses now facing additional challenges when the one clearly known cause of outbreaks carry on without any new restrictions.
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Bobby Sands died on this day in 1981.
His legacy lives on and he continues to inspire millions across the world.
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We need ceasefires, an end to occupation, a lasting peace and a free Palestine. 🇵🇸
My speech calling for international action and for Ireland to lead the way.
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Two-fingers to the Irish people and to a century of parliamentary democracy.
Fianna Fáil, Fine Gael & Independent TDs coupled with disgraceful behaviour by Ceann Comhairle turn Dáil procedures on their head.
What exactly does this man have on Micheál Martin & Simon Harris????
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If the outrage at the killing of an innocent Israeli child is not matched by equal outrage at the killing of an innocent Palestinian child - then international law becomes meaningless.
🇵🇸 It’s time for the world to tell Israel to stop!
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Today, Simon Harris told the Dáil
👉 He can do nothing about the health service and children waiting for scoliosis surgery
👉 He can do nothing about Garda numbers and crime
How’s that for energy!
He’s big on the spin & soundbites. Not so big on action.
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Scandalous actions by Spanish government in advance of Catalan referendum politico.eu/article/spain-to… The EU should defend the right to vote!
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🇵🇸 The Palestinian flag flies proudly with the Irish tricolour outside the Dáil on the day Ireland finally officially recognises the state of Palestine 🇮🇪
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The European Parliment is often described as the only democratic EU institution.
What will it say about it’s democratic status if it is courts - rather than the peoole - who decide who can run for election? #Catalonia #Puigdemont jrnl.ie/4611743
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After all the bluster from FF & FG backbenchers; tonight they voted:
- against SF proposal to reduce fill of heating oil by €118
- against reductions in diesel, petrol & agri-fuel
- in favour of turf ban
- to increase home heating oil on Sunday.
Election can’t come soon enough!
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I’m proud that Ireland did the right thing by voting for UN resolution calling for #CeasefireNOW - it is the clear position of the majority of humanity.
There is only one route to peace.
The slaughter in Gaza must end. The siege must end. The occupation must end!
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Micheál Martin has just announced a fundamental shift in Irish Foreign Policy stating he will abolish the Triple-lock which underpins our neutrality.
Removing UN mandate for engagement in military missions will undermine the neutrality that Irish people overwhelmingly value.
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If you want to oppose government policy get politically active. If you don’t like a politician vote against them.
The best arguments always win in the end. Throwing liquids at elected reps serves nobody & actually undermines opposition to government failures. #MyTuppence
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This is gutting.
Fianna Fáil, Fine Gael & the Green Party (and Independents) vote AGAINST referral of Israel to the International Criminal Court. Shameful!
Regardless of this vote, the Irish people stand with Palestine & International Law!
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Expecting a big surge in Monaghan tourism thanks to our new found coastline.
Be safe folks, the water can be very Tyroney.
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Go raibh míle maith agaibh!
Thanks to the 16,310 voters who placed their faith in me - I’ll not let you down. It’s time to have a government committed to delivering a better, fairer, United Ireland!
#GE2020
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Micheál Martin & Simon Harris are tearing up a century of parliamentary democracy and Dáil precedent at the behest of Michael Lowry.
What hold does he have on them????
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Simon Harris made promises to the most vulnerable children in our country and to their parents.
He broke those promises.
I will be voting NO CONFIDENCE today.
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It is beyond maddening that, in the midst of a cost-of-living emergency, government have today increased the cost of home heating oil & other fuels through a carbon tax hike.
This is not climate action - it’s just making peoples lives harder. The definition of out-of-touch.
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Proud to stand with MEPs from across EU outside European Parliament in support of democracy #Catalonia
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Pascal Donohue debating Finance with Pearse Doherty on Six1 news and then Housing with Eoin O’Broin on Upfront.
The lack of depth in the Fine Gael team is really being exposed in this election.
Pascal’s failure also exposed (twice).
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As former MEP I am shocked by actions of @vonderleyen
Her refusal to demand adherence to international law and her endorsement of Israel’s crimes run contrary, in my view, to position of vast majority of Europeans.
Irish government must challenge this unacceptable behaviour.
We are friends of Israel.
When friends are under attack, we stand by them.
Israel has the right and duty to respond to Hamas’ act of war.
We call for the immediate release of all hostages taken by Hamas.
@Isaac_Herzog @EP_President
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New session of the European Parliament starts today. Our team may be weaker but the Irish republican message will be as strong as ever. #FightingForIreland #Strasbourg
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Ah jaysus...
Found this picture of a 1998 @sinnfeinireland boy band earlier when looking through the @IrishTimes archive. Any plans for a reunion @EOBroin @mattcarthy?
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It’s simple. Aircraft with any relationship with Israeli military should NOT be permitted to enter Irish airspace.
Israel is currently conducting a Genocide; strong words of condemnation are not enough - the rhetoric must be matched by actions.
The state is facilitating an Israeli cargo plane using Irish-controlled airspace to pick up IDF weaponry from the US.
The plane has on multiple occasions passed through the airspace on its way to a US military base before returning to Israel.
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My opening address to debate on Sinn Féin motion calling on Ireland to refer Israel to the International Criminal Court.
Citing Doctors from Gaza and the new horrendous acyronym to emerge in recent times: WCNSF - Wounded Child, No Surviving Family.
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So Fine Gael have gone full Trump - spending money on social media ads riddled with lies.
Says a lot about a party in government for a decade when all they can offer is attacks on the opposition. #Desperation
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Re-elected to the Dáil after a long count. Massive thanks to all those who voted for me and Sinn Féin.
Back to work tomorrow! Go raibh míle maith agaibh.
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Standing in the freezing cold in solidarity with Catalan political prisoners - they should be released immediately! #Catalonia
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25 years ago today Caoimhghín Ó Caoláin was elected as the first Sinn Féin TD to take their seat in Leinster House marking a crucial milestone in the growth of our party.
He has some legacy!
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Considering Irish history it is depressing & embarrassing that a Taoiseach would side with an empire rather than freedom seeking people
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The ongoing actions of the Spanish authorities re Catalonia are counterproductive and damaging.
The ongoing silence of other EU governments is scandalous.
We can not stand by while elected representatives of peaceful citizens remain imprisoned.
Release them now! @marianorajoy
Dear friends from @EUparliament, yesterday @raulromeva (former Green MEP 2004-14) was imprisoned by the Spanish justice.
Probably he will spend there the next 20 years. Don't be silent. Fight for his rights. If we don't stop Spain's authoritarian derive, anyone could be next.
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Very alamed at reports of an alleged sexual assault of child at Citywest IPAS centre in Dublin. Reports that the child was in care of Tusla & that suspect was subject to unenforced deportation order raise very serious questions.
I will be seeking clarification and answers asap.
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Just to be clear @rtenews there weren't 'violent clashes' in #Catalonia today. Voters were violently assaulted by armed police!
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Ursula von der Leyen’s intervention on Israel’s onslught in Gaza went beyond her remit, undermined Europe’s ability to advocate for international law & contravened EU rules on subsidiarity.
The Irish government must make it clear that they will not support her re-appointment.
Ursula von der Leyen is set to announce she’s seeking a second term as the president of the European Commission today.
bit.ly/3T2y5kD
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Juncker was PM of Luxembourg, population 583k. He has no right to deny Independence to the nation of #Catalonia (pop. 7.5million).
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Government won’t reduce tax on essentials without EU approval but Taoiseach claims we can be forced to join a military alliance, at huge costs to taxpayers and Ireland’s international reputation, without recourse to the people 🤷♂️🤯
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Brilliant! Australian Labor Party adopt resolution supporting a referendum on Irish Unity.
Just as international support was crucial for the success of the peace process - so too will be assist the success of a #UnitedIreland
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Regardless of your colour, gender or income; if you want a better, fairer & United Ireland then you’re welcome in Sinn Féin. Join here: sinnfein.ie/join #IrelandOfEquals
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