Scandals we need to remember
12 September 2026
Renowned Irish journalist Frank Connolly exposed some of the biggest scandals that rocked the political establishment and led to tribunals of inquiry and the resignation of at least one Taoiseach. Here Mícheál Mac Donncha interviews him about corruption then and now. Free article
Controversial TTIP trade deal is 'politically dead'
29 August 2016
Sinn Féin welcomes comments by German Vice-Chancellor on controversial free trade deal between USA and the EU Free article
Ceasefire in Colombia comes into effect – ending 52-year-long war
29 August 2016
Hopes high in Colombia as new peace agreement paves way for end of armed conflict and address root causes Free article
Celtic (and other) fans play their part for Palestine
28 August 2016
In less than 48 hours, over £100,000 was raised – including donations from fans who clearly stated they support arch-rivals Rangers Free article
Long walk on Belfast’s Black Mountain
27 August 2016
Prison comrades plant trees in tribute to Hunger Strike heroes Free article
Civil Service chief’s ‘ghetto mentality’ view of west Belfast exposes state prejudice in 1980s
26 August 2016
Comments show inner thinking and attitude of NIO and British Government Free article
Colombia peace deal success hailed by Sinn Féin contributors to talks in Cuba
25 August 2016
Martin McGuinness tweeted that he was ‘overjoyed to hear Colombian peace talks in Havana have resulted in agreement to end war and conflict’ Free article
Philip McGuigan is Sinn Féin new MLA for North Antrim
24 August 2016
Causeway Coast & Glens councilor to take up seat after Daithí McKay’s resignation Free article
Napper Tandy – brave United Irishman and patriot – died 24 August 1803
24 August 2016
Napper Tandy was the link between the upper-class Protestant leaders of the United Irishmen and the Catholic rank and file Free article
Palestine hunger striker Bilal Kayed’s High Court challenge on Monday postponed to Thursday
22 August 2016
Prisoners’ support group keeps Sinn Féin elected reps just back from Palestine up to date with developments Free article
Remembering the courage of ‘Red Mick’ Devine and showing solidarity with Palestinian hunger striker
22 August 2016
Internationalism of H-Blocks Hunger Striker reflected in stand for Bilal Kayed Free article
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