Gerry Adams stands down as leader of Sinn Fein after 34 years
7 years, 1 month ago

Gerry Adams stands down as leader of Sinn Fein after 34 years

The Independent  

Sign up for the View from Westminster email for expert analysis straight to your inbox Get our free View from Westminster email Get our free View from Westminster email SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Gerry Adams' tenure as leader of Sinn Fein has come to an end after more than three decades, with Mary Lou McDonald officially taking over as party president. She said that as a new generation takes the reins of Sinn Fein leadership it was now time to bring "innovative and modern ways of advancing our politics". Mary Lou McDonald said she wanted to secure and win a referendum on Irish unity "It fundamentally challenges 20 years of hard won progress," she said. Paying tribute to Mr Adams, Ms McDonald said: "There would be no Good Friday Agreement, no peace process without Gerry Adams.

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US attorney general wanted to stop Gerry Adams fundraising trip
3 months ago

US attorney general wanted to stop Gerry Adams fundraising trip

The Independent  

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Gerry Adams to stand civil trial in 2026 over IRA bombs
3 months, 2 weeks ago

Gerry Adams to stand civil trial in 2026 over IRA bombs

Raw Story  

Politician Gerry Adams, whose Sinn Fein party was once the political wing of the Irish Republican Army, will stand trial in 2026 in a civil case brought by IRA bomb victims, England's High Court ruled Monday. The case claims that Adams "oversaw the indiscriminate bombing of civilians" during Northern Ireland's Troubles, the decades-long sectarian conflict over British rule. IRA bombings …

Sinn Fein leader is 'very actively pursuing' trying to form a government in a bid to topple Ireland's ruling coalition after 'incredible performance' in Irish election - as vote counting continues
4 months ago

Sinn Fein leader is 'very actively pursuing' trying to form a government in a bid to topple Ireland's ruling coalition after 'incredible performance' in Irish election - as vote counting continues

Daily Mail  

Sinn Fein leader engaging with other parties about 'possibility of government' The leader of Sinn Fein has said she is 'very actively pursuing' trying to form a government in a bid to topple Ireland's ruling coalition following an 'incredible performance' in today's election. Sinn Fein leader Mary Lou McDonald celebrating after what she called an 'incredible performance' in the election …

Irish America wants a united Ireland. And it’s ready to fund it.
4 months ago

Irish America wants a united Ireland. And it’s ready to fund it.

Politico  

There’s little doubt where the sympathies lie among McKeon’s regulars. After all, it was in Irish-American enclaves like Yonkers that the community once raised funds to send guns and bombs to the IRA, whose stated goal was to kick the British out of Northern Ireland and reunify the island within a single Irish Republic. Karl, whose great-grandfather came from County …

How Sinn Fein has made themselves over
1 year ago

How Sinn Fein has made themselves over

NPR  

How Sinn Fein has made themselves over A party with past links to IRA militants is ruling Northern Ireland, and leading polls ahead of elections in the Republic of Ireland too. FRAYER: That's Sinn Fein leader Mary Lou McDonald speaking to reporters late last year. FRAYER: She also clarified that Sinn Fein's longtime goal of uniting the two parts of …

‘Referendum on Irish unity by 2030’: Sinn Fein Leadership
1 year, 1 month ago

‘Referendum on Irish unity by 2030’: Sinn Fein Leadership

The Hindu  

Northern Ireland will conduct a referendum on uniting with the Republic of Ireland in this decade, the leadership of Sinn Fein, the party that heads the government of Northern Ireland, said on Thursday. “We believe that we will have polls, referendums on the question of unity in this decade,” Sinn Fein President Mary Lou McDonald told journalists at a Foreign …

Rishi Sunak tells Sinn Fein not to focus on united Ireland
1 year, 1 month ago

Rishi Sunak tells Sinn Fein not to focus on united Ireland

The Independent  

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First among firsts: The Hindu Editorial on the Sinn Fein and Irish politics
1 year, 1 month ago

First among firsts: The Hindu Editorial on the Sinn Fein and Irish politics

The Hindu  

The rise of the Sinn Fein’s Michelle O’Neill, as the first nationalist First Minister of Northern Ireland, is an indication of how the region’s political landscape is changing. According to the 1998 Good Friday agreement, which ended three decades of sectarian violence known as the Troubles, Northern Ireland’s government should include representatives of the largest and second largest political blocs. …

Former Sinn Fein leader Adams faces a lawsuit in London over bombings during the ‘Troubles’
1 year, 2 months ago

Former Sinn Fein leader Adams faces a lawsuit in London over bombings during the ‘Troubles’

Associated Press  

LONDON — Former Sinn Fein leader Gerry Adams faces a lawsuit by three people who were wounded in bombings attributed to the Irish Republican Army that date back more than 50 years, a judge said Friday. The three claimants are seeking to prove Adams was responsible for bombings in England during “the Troubles,” referring to three decades of violence involving …

Micheal Martin criticises Sinn Fein’s response to Dublin riots as ‘knee-jerk’
1 year, 4 months ago

Micheal Martin criticises Sinn Fein’s response to Dublin riots as ‘knee-jerk’

The Independent  

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Council election results send message that Stormont must return – Sinn Fein
1 year, 10 months ago

Council election results send message that Stormont must return – Sinn Fein

The Independent  

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Sinn Fein agreed to Stormont base as ‘olive branch’ to unionists, Adams says
1 year, 11 months ago

Sinn Fein agreed to Stormont base as ‘olive branch’ to unionists, Adams says

The Independent  

Get the free Morning Headlines email for news from our reporters across the world Sign up to our free Morning Headlines email Sign up to our free Morning Headlines email SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Sinn Fein agreed that Parliament Buildings at Stormont should house …

Gerry Adams: Give DUP ‘wee bit of space’ over return to powersharing
1 year, 11 months ago

Gerry Adams: Give DUP ‘wee bit of space’ over return to powersharing

The Independent  

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Clinton and Adams to share recollections of 1998 deal at New York event
2 years ago

Clinton and Adams to share recollections of 1998 deal at New York event

The Independent  

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Sinn Fein's Mary-Lou McDonald 'optimistic' of end to N Ireland crisis after 'flurry of activity'
2 years, 2 months ago

Sinn Fein's Mary-Lou McDonald 'optimistic' of end to N Ireland crisis after 'flurry of activity'

Daily Mail  

Sinn Fein president Mary-Lou McDonald today said she was 'optimistic' that a resolution to the Northern Ireland crisis could soon be found. Unionists were claimed by BBC Newsnight to be holding out hope that an intervention by former prime minister Tony Blair - who signed the Good Friday Agreement - could break the deadlock. very quickly' to end the UK's …

Sinn Fein pulls out of protocol meeting after party leader ‘excluded’
2 years, 2 months ago

Sinn Fein pulls out of protocol meeting after party leader ‘excluded’

The Independent  

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Fear of Sinn Fein obstacle to normalisation of NI politics – Baker
2 years, 5 months ago

Fear of Sinn Fein obstacle to normalisation of NI politics – Baker

The Independent  

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Northern Ireland news latest: Reunification vote ‘within decade,’ suggests Sinn Fein
2 years, 10 months ago

Northern Ireland news latest: Reunification vote ‘within decade,’ suggests Sinn Fein

The Independent  

✕ Close Sinn Fein's Michelle O'Neill hails ‘new era’ in Northern Ireland after victory Sign up for the View from Westminster email for expert analysis straight to your inbox Get our free View from Westminster email Get our free View from Westminster email SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Mary …

N.Ireland parties urged to work together after Sinn Fein win
2 years, 10 months ago

N.Ireland parties urged to work together after Sinn Fein win

Associated Press  

LONDON — The U.K., U.S. and Irish governments have urged rival parties in Northern Ireland to come together to resurrect its power-sharing government after Irish nationalist party Sinn Fein scored a historic victory to become the biggest party in Northern Ireland’s Assembly. But it’s not clear whether Sinn Fein will lead a new government because of Northern Ireland’s delicate power-sharing …

Sinn Fein hails ‘new era’ as it wins Northern Ireland vote
2 years, 10 months ago

Sinn Fein hails ‘new era’ as it wins Northern Ireland vote

Associated Press  

BELFAST, Northern Ireland — The Irish nationalist party Sinn Fein, which seeks unification with Ireland, hailed a “new era” Saturday for Northern Ireland as it captured the largest number of seats in the Northern Ireland Assembly for the first time in a historic win. The victory means Sinn Fein is entitled to the post of first minister in Belfast — …

Sinn Fein holds on to four seats in West Belfast
2 years, 10 months ago

Sinn Fein holds on to four seats in West Belfast

The Independent  

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Sinn Fein hails ‘new era’ after historic Northern Ireland vote
2 years, 10 months ago

Sinn Fein hails ‘new era’ after historic Northern Ireland vote

Al Jazeera  

Sinn Fein is entitled to first minister post in Belfast for the first time since Northern Ireland was founded in 1921. The Irish nationalist party Sinn Fein has won the largest number of seats in the Northern Ireland Assembly for the first time. The historic win means Sinn Fein is entitled to the post of first minister in Belfast for …

Sinn Fein hails ‘new era’ as it wins Northern Ireland vote
2 years, 10 months ago

Sinn Fein hails ‘new era’ as it wins Northern Ireland vote

LA Times  

The Irish nationalist party Sinn Fein, which seeks unification with Ireland, hailed a “new era” Saturday for Northern Ireland as the party captured the largest number of seats in the Northern Ireland Assembly for the first time. The victory means Sinn Fein is entitled to the post of first minister in Belfast for the first time since Northern Ireland was …

Sinn Fein eyes historic win in Northern Ireland election
2 years, 10 months ago

Sinn Fein eyes historic win in Northern Ireland election

Associated Press  

BELFAST, Northern Ireland — Ever since Northern Ireland was founded as a Protestant-majority state a century ago, its governments have been led by unionist politicians who defined themselves as British. But if opinion polls are right, an election Thursday will see Sinn Fein, an Irish nationalist party that seeks union with Ireland, become the largest group in the 90-seat Northern …

Vote prediction for Sinn Fein puts Irish politics in turmoil
5 years, 1 month ago

Vote prediction for Sinn Fein puts Irish politics in turmoil

Associated Press  

DUBLIN — Ireland faced political turmoil Sunday as an exit poll from the weekend’s parliamentary election suggested that Sinn Fein, a left-wing party committed to reunification of the island, finished in a virtual dead heat with the two parties that have governed since the country won independence almost a century ago. While ballot counting remained underway, the poll indicated that …

Waiting for the winner: The Hindu Editorial on Ireland polls
5 years, 1 month ago

Waiting for the winner: The Hindu Editorial on Ireland polls

The Hindu  

Ireland’s general elections on Saturday have thrown up many paradoxes, offering few clues about the next government, or the future of the country’s three largest parties. Sinn Féin, the country’s Republican party has, perhaps with good reason, proclaimed itself the real winner: 37 seats, up 14 over the 2016 polls, and its best result. But Micheál Martin, Fianna Fáil leader, …

The Irish parties reaching across the border towards a new era for nationalism
6 years, 1 month ago

The Irish parties reaching across the border towards a new era for nationalism

The Independent  

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Sinn Fein says Theresa May does not have powersharing plan
7 years, 1 month ago

Sinn Fein says Theresa May does not have powersharing plan

Daily Mail  

Sinn Fein today tore into Theresa May over the crisis in Northern Ireland- saying the Prime Minister 'does not have a plan' to get devolved government back up and running. But speaking afterwards Sinn Fein leader Mary Lou McDonald accused Downing Street of dithering and delaying and said 'there has to be a decision'. Sinn Fein leader Mary Lou McDonald …

Mary Lou McDonald: Who is Sinn Féin's new leader tasked with carrying Irish republicanism forward?
7 years, 1 month ago

Mary Lou McDonald: Who is Sinn Féin's new leader tasked with carrying Irish republicanism forward?

The Independent  

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Sinn Fein’s divisive leader to step down after over 30 years
7 years, 4 months ago

Sinn Fein’s divisive leader to step down after over 30 years

Associated Press  

LONDON — Gerry Adams, the divisive politician known around the world as the face of the Irish republican movement as it shifted from violence to peace, announced Saturday that he was stepping down as leader of Sinn Fein next year after heading the party for over 30 years. The 69-year-old veteran politician — who has been president of Northern Ireland’s …

Gerry Adams to retire as Sinn Fein president
7 years, 4 months ago

Gerry Adams to retire as Sinn Fein president

The Independent  

Sign up for the View from Westminster email for expert analysis straight to your inbox Get our free View from Westminster email Get our free View from Westminster email SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Gerry Adams is set to announce that he will retire as …

Gerry Adams plans to step down as Sinn Fein party chief
7 years, 4 months ago

Gerry Adams plans to step down as Sinn Fein party chief

CNN  

Story highlights Gerry Adams has been Sinn Fein president since 1983 The Sinn Fein leader helped broker peace in Northern Ireland CNN — After more than three decades at the helm, Gerry Adams announced Saturday his intention to stand down as the president of the Irish republican party Sinn Fein. Adams – who was the face of the Sinn Fein …

Gerry Adams will seek re-election as Sinn Fein president in November before revealing his plans to step down
7 years, 6 months ago

Gerry Adams will seek re-election as Sinn Fein president in November before revealing his plans to step down

The Independent  

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Sinn Fein calls for referendum on Northern Ireland leaving the UK ‘as soon as possible’
8 years ago

Sinn Fein calls for referendum on Northern Ireland leaving the UK ‘as soon as possible’

The Independent  

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Sinn Fein surge puts Northern Ireland power-sharing agreement at risk
8 years ago

Sinn Fein surge puts Northern Ireland power-sharing agreement at risk

The Independent  

Get the free Morning Headlines email for news from our reporters across the world Sign up to our free Morning Headlines email Sign up to our free Morning Headlines email SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Speaking to The Independent following the result, Sinn Fein leader Gerry Adams said he …

Sinn Fein Makes Big Gains, Reshuffling Political Landscape In Northern Ireland
8 years ago

Sinn Fein Makes Big Gains, Reshuffling Political Landscape In Northern Ireland

NPR  

Sinn Fein Makes Big Gains, Reshuffling Political Landscape In Northern Ireland Enlarge this image toggle caption Paul Faith/AFP/Getty Images Paul Faith/AFP/Getty Images When the dust finally settled Saturday on Northern Ireland's snap assembly election, it became clear a new political reality now awaits voters there. CNN notes that under the 1998 Good Friday peace accord, which ended three decades of …

Sinn Fein’s Martin McGuinness retires from politics
8 years, 2 months ago

Sinn Fein’s Martin McGuinness retires from politics

CNN  

Story highlights McGuinness will not contest the March election Former IRA commander cites health CNN — Irish republican leader Martin McGuinness, a former IRA commander and, until last week, the deputy first minister of Northern Ireland, announced Thursday he is retiring from politics. Standing down McGuinness led Northern Ireland’s government with First Minister Arlene Foster of the Democratic Unionist Party. …

Why Martin McGuinness resignation strains Northern Ireland power sharing
8 years, 2 months ago

Why Martin McGuinness resignation strains Northern Ireland power sharing

CNN  

Editor’s Note: Ruth Dudley-Edwards is an Irish historian, broadcaster and journalist, writing regularly for the Irish Sunday Independent and the Belfast Telegraph. Story highlights Martin McGuinness, a former IRA commander, resigned from the Northern Ireland Assembly His move strains the fragile power sharing agreement CNN — Martin McGuinness, a former IRA commander, and, until Monday, Deputy First Minister of Northern …

Why Martin McGuinness resignation strains Northern Ireland power sharing
8 years, 2 months ago

Why Martin McGuinness resignation strains Northern Ireland power sharing

CNN  

Editor’s Note: Ruth Dudley-Edwards is an Irish historian, broadcaster and journalist, writing regularly for the Irish Sunday Independent and the Belfast Telegraph. Story highlights Martin McGuinness, a former IRA commander, resigned from the Northern Ireland Assembly His move strains the fragile power sharing agreement CNN — Martin McGuinness, a former IRA commander, and, until Monday, Deputy First Minister of Northern …

Donald Trump attended Sinn Féin fundraiser months before IRA attacked London
9 years, 3 months ago

Donald Trump attended Sinn Féin fundraiser months before IRA attacked London

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IRA: Is the terrorist group still active? Or just a useful alibi for Unionist politicians?
9 years, 7 months ago

IRA: Is the terrorist group still active? Or just a useful alibi for Unionist politicians?

The Independent  

Get the free Morning Headlines email for news from our reporters across the world Sign up to our free Morning Headlines email Sign up to our free Morning Headlines email SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. “They haven’t gone away, y’know,” he said in response to a man at a …

Gerry Adams questioned for second day over IRA killing
10 years, 10 months ago

Gerry Adams questioned for second day over IRA killing

The Hindu  

Sinn Fein leader Gerry Adams remained in police custody for a second day on Thursday as detectives questioned him over his alleged role in the Irish Republican Army’s abduction, killing and secret burial of a Belfast mother of 10 in 1972. Senior politicians in Mr. Adams’ Irish nationalist party said they hoped he would be released soon without charge and …

Sinn Fein leader Gerry Adams questioned over 1972 IRA murder of Jean McConville
10 years, 11 months ago

Sinn Fein leader Gerry Adams questioned over 1972 IRA murder of Jean McConville

ABC  

One of Northern Ireland's most prominent politicians, Sinn Fein leader Gerry Adams, has been arrested over a murder that happened more than 40 years ago. The Irish republican leader and former MP is being questioned in connection with the abduction and murder of Jean McConville, who was shot by the IRA in 1972. More details: The 40-year old murder case …

Sinn Fein Leader Questioned In 40-Year-Old Murder Case
10 years, 11 months ago

Sinn Fein Leader Questioned In 40-Year-Old Murder Case

NPR  

Sinn Fein Leader Questioned In 40-Year-Old Murder Case Enlarge this image toggle caption Peter Morrison/AP Peter Morrison/AP The leader of Sinn Fein, Gerry Adams, was in custody for a second day in Northern Ireland as police questioned him in connection with an IRA kidnapping and murder that occurred more than 40 years ago. Sponsor Message The arrest was prompted in …

Gerry Adams Fast Facts
11 years, 5 months ago

Gerry Adams Fast Facts

CNN  

CNN — Here’s a look at the life of Gerry Adams, former president of Sinn Fein, the leading republican political party in Northern Ireland. Personal Birth date: October 6, 1948 Birth place: Belfast, Northern Ireland Birth name: Gerard Adams Father: Gerry Adams, laborer and republican activist Mother: Annie Adams, mill worker Marriage: Colette Adams Children: Gearóid Religion: Catholic Other Facts …

Gerry Adams Fast Facts
11 years, 5 months ago

Gerry Adams Fast Facts

CNN  

Here's a look at the life of Gerry Adams, former president of Sinn Fein, the leading republican political party in Northern Ireland. Personal Birth date: October 6, 1948 Birth place: Belfast, Northern Ireland Birth name: Gerard Adams Father: Gerry Adams, laborer and republican activist Mother: Annie Adams, mill worker Marriage: Colette Adams Children: Gearóid Religion: Catholic Other Facts Sinn Fein …

New era begins for Northern Ireland as ex-rivals take power
17 years, 10 months ago

New era begins for Northern Ireland as ex-rivals take power

LA Times  

Times Staff Writer A militant Presbyterian preacher and a former leader of the Irish Republican Army were sworn in as the joint heads of a new government in Northern Ireland on Tuesday in a move to conclude more than 30 years of conflict between Protestants loyal to Britain and Catholics who fought for a united Ireland. And this holds a …

Adams wins historic vote from Sinn Fein to back Irish police forces
18 years, 2 months ago

Adams wins historic vote from Sinn Fein to back Irish police forces

The Independent  

Get the free Morning Headlines email for news from our reporters across the world Sign up to our free Morning Headlines email Sign up to our free Morning Headlines email SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. A special meeting of Sinn Fein in Dublin yesterday overwhelmingly endorsed the recommendation of …

Sinn Fein historic police move
18 years, 3 months ago

Sinn Fein historic police move

The Independent  

Get the free Morning Headlines email for news from our reporters across the world Sign up to our free Morning Headlines email Sign up to our free Morning Headlines email SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Sinn Fein tonight edged closer to an historic acceptance of …

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