Donegal Sinn Féin -- Building an Ireland of Equals

Sinn Fiin reponse to Blaney move

Published: 26 July, 2006

Sinn Fiin Councillor Padraig MacLochlainn, speaking following the decision of Niall Blaney to leave Independent Fianna Fail and join Fianna Fail, said:

I would like to begin by wishing Niall well. His decision to leave Independent Fianna Fail and join Fianna Fail will come as a surprise to very few people as he has been a constant supporter of the government since he was elected to the Dail in 2002 sometimes more so than those on the Fianna Fail back benches. He was very much part of the Fianna Fail establishment.

Independent Fianna Fail has been a powerful presence in Donegal for many decades and were a strong voice in support of the nationalist people in the Six Counties, particularly in difficult times. They have also been a constant voice in support of Irish unity.

I would like to make a personal appeal to those who have long been supporters of IFF - republicans who have a real desire for a united Ireland. I would ask you to now give your support to Sinn Fiin and help us make Irish unity a reality.