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Declan Kearney was born in Antrim, the son of the late veteran civil rights activist Oliver, and Brigid Kearney.
He has deep personal roots in, and widespread family connections across South Antrim.
A lifelong Gael, Declan played football and hurling with Kickham’s Creggan GAC. He is a fluent Gaeilgeoir and contin– ues to support the promotion of Gaeilge throughout South Antrim.
Active in republican politics since 1980, Declan was first elected to represent the people of South Antrim in May 2016 when he succeeded Mitchel McLaughlin as Sinn Féin MLA. He has faithfully honoured his pledge to deliver for all constituents and actively promote equality, anti-sectarianism and reconciliation.
In January 2020 he was appointed a Minister in The Executive Office.
As the Sinn Féin National Chairperson, Declan is a key member of the Party’s leadership. He also serves as the politi– cal lead overseeing Sinn Féin’s Uniting Ireland strategy, and is the Party spokesperson on Brexit issues.
Latest news from Declan
Ireland must use full influence to end Israel’s genocidal war on Gaza – Kearney
Sinn Féin MLA Declan Kearney has said Ireland must use all its influence, at home and abroad, to demand an end to Israel’s war and to promote Palestinian national freedom. Writing for An Phoblacht, the Party’s National Chairperson said: “Israel’s genocidal war in Gaza...
Belfast solidarity rally calls for unconditional ceasefire in Gaza
Sinn Féin MLA Declan Kearney tonight addressed activists in Belfast’s Europa Hotel calling for an immediate ceasefire in Gaza, alongside the Palestinian Ambassador to Ireland, and Mustafa Barghouti, live from Ramallah. The party’s National Chairperson said: “For over...
Solidarity Rally for Palestine to take place in Belfast
Sinn Féin MLA Declan Kearney has encouraged people to attend a solidarity rally in Belfast calling for an immediate ceasefire in Gaza. Speaking ahead of the event which will take in Belfast’s Europa Hotel at 7pm, the party’s National Chairperson said: “Sinn Féin...