Malcolm Byrne 🇮🇪 🇪🇺 🇺🇦 @malcolmbyrne Twitter profile

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@malcolmbyrne

4 years

I see #Keelings have the first three volunteers to pick fruit and veg for the next two months.

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@malcolmbyrne

3 years

Could I encourage anyone travelling through Oylegate at any time in the near future to give business to Freeman’s Gala Store and support the continued great service that they give to the community. Thank you.

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@malcolmbyrne

3 years

I am totally opposed to the #NPHET proposal for a 5pm closing time. It will simply lead to an increase in house parties.

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4 years

While there is a right for anyone to disagree with Minister @NormaFoleyTD1 ‘s views on #rtept , the cheap shots about her appearance by some are disappointing. Sadly, this is a challenge female politicians in particular face far too often.

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@malcolmbyrne

4 years

China’s treatment of minorities and its new #HongKong #NationalSecurityLaw need to continue to be called out. Outrageous views of Ambassador expressed this morning.

Irish Times Politics

@IrishTimesPol

4 years

Chinese Ambassador to Ireland: Videos of Uighur muslims in camps are ‘fabricated’ via @IrishTimesPol

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@malcolmbyrne

4 years

This is absolute nonsense. “To Kill A Mockingbird” is about tackling racism. I trust in the professionalism of teachers to lead informed intelligent discussion about racism using literature. Banning books and virtue signalling will not address discrimination.

Aodhán Ó Ríordáin

@AodhanORiordain

4 years

Keeping 'To Kill A Mockingbird' and 'Of Mice and Men' on the JC syllabus isn't worth the hurt they are causing. Dept should see sense here. "Government urged to drop novels with 'racial slurs' from Junior Cert" (via @thejournal_ie )

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Malcolm Byrne 🇮🇪 🇪🇺 🇺🇦

@malcolmbyrne

4 years

Honoured to have been elected to Seanad Eireann and will serve to the best of my ability. Although an institution in need of reform, it has the ability to effect real change. In these difficult times, we need to work together to build a better country and planet. #seanad2020

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Malcolm Byrne 🇮🇪 🇪🇺 🇺🇦

@malcolmbyrne

5 years

I am deeply honoured to have been elected by the people of #Wexford as your TD. I will serve to the best of my ability to put forward ideas and solutions to the challenges we face as a county and as a country.

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@malcolmbyrne

3 years

It is disappointing that the CEO of #websummit and #CollisionConf continues to engage in homophobic dogwhistling in Ireland. You can disagree with someone’s politics and with actions they have taken (as I do) without making homophobic insinuations.

Paddy Cosgrave

@paddycosgrave

3 years

Was there more than one favour? 👀

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@malcolmbyrne

3 years

Taiwan has significant expertise in public health and in dealing with #COVID19 . We should #LetTaiwanHelp and permit Taiwan to participate at the @WHO World Health Assembly.

Inter-Parliamentary Alliance on China (IPAC)

@ipacglobal

3 years

BREAKING: #IPAC launches global campaign calling on the @WHO 🌏to invite Taiwan 🇹🇼 to participate in the upcoming World Health Assembly. If Taiwan is left out, we all suffer. It's time to #LetTaiwanHelp . 📽️ Watch our video statement below 👇

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@malcolmbyrne

4 years

Interesting that the leader of a party formed in 1970 has the images on her wall of Constance Markievicz, the founding chair of @fiannafailparty , and @labour founder, James Connolly.

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@malcolmbyrne

4 years

Tim Martin, owner of #Wetherspoons , didn’t want to close any pubs in Ireland or Britain. He won’t pay staff /suppliers. Boycott, yes, but also the courts can refuse pub licence renewal on the basis of the character, misconduct or unfitness of the applicant - this should happen.

Paul O'Donoghue

@paulodonoghue93

4 years

Some move from Wetherspoon. It has suspended all payments to its Irish suppliers. Random fact: In the six months to January, Wetherspoon made a profit of £45 million. This was up from £40m during the same period the year before.

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Malcolm Byrne 🇮🇪 🇪🇺 🇺🇦

@malcolmbyrne

3 years

If you are in a position to do so, in the next few days, book tickets to the theatre or to a gig, or go out to a restaurant or a bar. These sectors sacrificed much and in helping getting them back on their feet, it will help bring us back together.

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@malcolmbyrne

4 years

The Taoiseach has asked me to be the #Seanad spokesperson on Higher and Further Education as well as Research and Innovation. I look forward to contributing to the development of @DeptofFHed and engaging with Ministers @SimonHarrisTD and @NiallCollinsTD

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Malcolm Byrne 🇮🇪 🇪🇺 🇺🇦

@malcolmbyrne

4 years

I disagree with the decision not to allow pubs reopen on Monday. Publicans who breach guidelines should be closed immediately and face questions over licence renewal. Pubs that serve food can still open - anomalous. Decision will be harmful to rural pubs.

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@malcolmbyrne

4 years

I have suggested that a copy of the Constitution / Bunreacht na hEireann be given to every second level student along with introductory lessons. Here I outline the importance of this document.

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Malcolm Byrne 🇮🇪 🇪🇺 🇺🇦

@malcolmbyrne

4 years

There was a small anti-vaccination protest at my office in Gorey today. I respect the right to peaceful protest. However, I will continue to speak out in support of science and of vaccination. #VaccinesWork and we need to take on those who spread fake news and disinformation.

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@malcolmbyrne

4 years

I write in today’s ⁦ @Independent_ie ⁩ that a United Ireland would not be the South taking over North - it would be a new country and it is one that needs to be inclusive. That means difficult discussions and planning, not simplistic slogans.

United Ireland would not be South taking over North - it would be a new country

Germany celebrated 30 years since reunification last weekend. That process - from the Berlin Wall falling to the formation of a new state - was quite rapid...

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@malcolmbyrne

4 years

Along with @barrymward , we raised in the #Seanad today Beijing’s suppression of human rights and democracy in #HongKong and the use of the National Security Law to stifle dissent.

Houses of the Oireachtas - Tithe an Oireachtais

@OireachtasNews

4 years

#Seanad Commencement Matter 2 @malcolmbyrne @barrymward Pro-democracy and human rights activism and the operation of the national security law by the Chinese Government in Hong Kong

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@malcolmbyrne

4 years

Ahem, ahem...

Réada Cronin TD

@ReadaCronin

4 years

Gemma O'Doherty and Justin Barrett and their toxic brand of racist "nationalism" should never see the inside of an #RTEpt studio. "New Nationalists" are nothing but latter-day #blueshirts . RTE has no business platforming racists and fascists.

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@malcolmbyrne

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An amazing performance and a National Record from an incredible group of athletes. So close. Making us all so proud. #TeamIreland #Paris2024

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@malcolmbyrne

4 years

While I disagree with much of his party’s philosophy, I am confident in how @Paschald is managing the economy in these difficult times and communicating how we meet today’s challenges. He is a genuine, earnest politician who really cares. #LateLateShow

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Malcolm Byrne 🇮🇪 🇪🇺 🇺🇦

@malcolmbyrne

5 years

I am very grateful and humbled by the strong vote I received in #IrelandSouth and really appreciate the help and many kindnesses I received in recent months. We ran a positive campaign and still believe politics can make a real impact.

Malcolm Byrne

And so, on this occasion, although close, it was not to be. On my elimination at the end of the 16th count, we had 80,623 votes. I am extremely grateful to all who voted for me, who helped in any...

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Malcolm Byrne 🇮🇪 🇪🇺 🇺🇦

@malcolmbyrne

4 years

I know @EamonRyan is a decent and committed politician. He stands strongly against racism and his remarks were to highlight that addressing racism remains a challenge. The focus should be on tackling the real problem not on an unfortunate way of expressing it.

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Malcolm Byrne 🇮🇪 🇪🇺 🇺🇦

@malcolmbyrne

4 years

Ah, @FionntanOS , I’m surprised at you retweeting this nonsense. As a local SF Councillor, you were elected last year in Gorey on the Seventh and Final Count. Is your mandate any less than that of your Council colleagues?

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Malcolm Byrne 🇮🇪 🇪🇺 🇺🇦

@malcolmbyrne

5 years

Although close, it is now likely that I will just miss out on the final seat in #Wexford in #GE2020 . Congratulations to all elected and well done to all who contested. I hope to continue to serve my community and country in some capacity in the future.

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Malcolm Byrne 🇮🇪 🇪🇺 🇺🇦

@malcolmbyrne

4 years

If you’re in public life, you get used to random insulting messages. I just wish more attention is paid to spelling and grammar....

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@malcolmbyrne

4 years

Contrary to some media reports, TDs did not seek a Working from Home Allowance. I did not believe that any would. The overwhelming majority of politicians in all parties and none are genuine and certainly not in politics for financial gain.

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@malcolmbyrne

3 years

So, I went for a run today. #londonmarathon2021 done. Great crowds out on the street and a fantastic atmosphere.

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@malcolmbyrne

4 years

I hope to introduce this legislation to protect the phrase “Oglaigh na hEireann” as only applying to our @defenceforces in the coming weeks.

IDFOC

@_IDFOC

4 years

Senator @malcolmbyrne proposes a Bill banning the use of the term “Oglaigh na hEireann”, the official title of the Irish Defence Forces, to refer to anything other than the army, air corps and navy. @DefenceIreland @slandail_nssi @ARCOIreland @RACO_DF

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Malcolm Byrne 🇮🇪 🇪🇺 🇺🇦

@malcolmbyrne

4 years

Family Zoom Quiz. The Question: What Irish Musical Instrument is named after the part of the body from which it is played? My father’s answer: The flute.

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@malcolmbyrne

4 years

Ireland’s richest political party’s youth wing endorses the corrupt regime of Nicolas Maduro and wants to emulate his policies here. Little solidarity with the 4m Venezuelans who have fled the country or who remain starving. Incidentally, the Venez. oil industry is nationalised

Ógra Shinn Féin

@Ogra_SF

4 years

Ógra sends its solidarity to the Venezuelan people. We salute your indefatigability in the face of illegal US sanctions meant to punish the Venezuelan people for their pursuit of socialism, self determination and the right to control their natural resources 🇮🇪❤️🇻🇪 #NoMasBloqueo

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@malcolmbyrne

4 years

In today’s #Businesspost @barrymward and I write about how there must be cross-party support in challenging the abuse of #Humanrights by the #CCPChina . @ipacglobal via @businessposthq

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@malcolmbyrne

4 years

Clarity on arts events. In a theatre setting or controlled environment, it is assumed that strict social distancing / other measures are in place therefore there is no issue with having 50 people in the venue (assuming it has that capacity)

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@malcolmbyrne

4 years

Christmas Eve #Brexit deal 🇪🇺 🇮🇪 Thanks due to so many but @MichelBarnier understood Ireland and fought for us. I have suggested that the govt recommend under S 12 of the Irish Nationality and Citizenship Act 1956 that the President grant M. Barnier honorary Irish Citizenship.

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@malcolmbyrne

6 years

Listener thinks that Daniel O’Donnell shouldn’t sing for Pope as his actions are not in line with Catholic Church. The last Pope to visit had Bishop Eamon Casey and Fr Michael Cleary singing for him. #liveline

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@malcolmbyrne

5 years

I’m rapidly forming the view that the #TommyTiernanShow is the best offering from @rte in a long time. It is engaging and challenging of mindsets and ideas as well as a great format. Good stuff @Tommedian

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@malcolmbyrne

5 years

Finally, Sinn Fein admits that it is opposed to the Special Criminal Court - standing up for crime bosses over the interests of victims. #rtept

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@malcolmbyrne

5 years

It is clear from #GE2020 that the people have voted for @sinnfeinireland and other left wing parties and their policies. I respect that mandate and that they should seek to form a government. @fiannafailparty must accept that we will form a centrist opposition

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Malcolm Byrne 🇮🇪 🇪🇺 🇺🇦

@malcolmbyrne

2 years

Ireland is a friendly, welcoming country committed to the protection of human rights. Those fleeing war, famine or abuse will find support here. We know our history and are proud of our positive contributions around the world. Those seeking refuge are welcome here.

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@malcolmbyrne

4 years

The difficulty with Pearse Doherty’s argument is that he spent years arguing we should renege or default on our debts. His approach would have left us with nowhere from where to borrow.

Paul Colgan

@paulcolgan

4 years

There has 'never been a better time to borrow', says @PearseDoherty . The risk, he says, is not that we do too much - but too little. The party would introduce a tiered approach to wage subsidies- taking account of severely and moderately affected sectors of the economy.

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@malcolmbyrne

4 years

That hardware store that @EamonRyan mentioned could be handy now for the fence that the @greenparty_ie and others want to sit on for the next few weeks / years.

Daniel McConnell

@McConnellDaniel

4 years

Breaking: @greenparty_ie have now ruled themselves out of talks with Fine Gael and Fianna Fáil #iestaff

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@malcolmbyrne

4 years

Unnecessary worry caused to arts and music sector this evening because of lack of clarity on restrictions. Still no formal Dept statement but assured that arts events can go ahead. Annoyed also at how sports organisations being treated. Communication needs to be better.

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@malcolmbyrne

4 years

My first summer job was picking strawberries (I am from #Wexford !) It is tough, hard labour and I’ve huge respect for such workers. I think #keelings made an error of judgment but that is no excuse for casual racism.

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@malcolmbyrne

4 years

@Tweet_Dec My aunt & uncle’s (and cousins’) shop in Arklow has been trading under the “& daughters” banner for nearly four decades...

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@malcolmbyrne

4 years

There is only one Óglaigh na hÉireann, our @defenceforces . The Bill I introduced on Monday protects that title. There are other issues in defence on which I will continue to campaign but preventing the misuse of the forces’ title is important. @pdforra @RACO_DF

NewstalkFM

@NewstalkFM

4 years

Proposed new legislation will make it illegal for anyone but the @DefenceForces to call themselves Óglaigh na hÉireann.

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@malcolmbyrne

4 years

Just got to watch #UnquietGraves on RTÉ player - horrific and haunting documentary. But all should watch. It is essential that the families get truth and closure. Innocent victims of terror. Collaboration by the British government in murder and abuse needs to be addressed.

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@malcolmbyrne

5 years

An election slogan that may not work this side of the Atlantic...

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@malcolmbyrne

3 years

These two MEPs visited a Shiite Militant Group that has lured gay people to their deaths. If their support for Lukashenko in Belarus and Hezbollah in Lebanon was not bad enough. They are an embarrassment to Ireland.

TheJournal.ie

@thejournal_ie

3 years

A trip by two Irish MEPs to visit the headquarters of a militia network in Iraq has been used in a YouTube video to promote the group

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@malcolmbyrne

4 years

Sadly, homophobic innuendo still forms part of the lexicon of a few. It is wrong and needs to be addressed.

Gavan Reilly

@gavreilly

4 years

McGrath questions Varadkar on how close he and Ó Tuathail were, given publication of a picture of the two attending a Pride march. Varadkar: "We all know the innuendo there. We all know what it is. We all know it was a big part of what was there in the article… it's not true"

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@malcolmbyrne

4 years

Reading some comments and reflecting on certain attitudes, I find it really disappointing that some who proclaim themselves to be “liberal” are so intolerant of those of faith. Freedom of expression is a true core liberal value. Faith is also helping many through this crisis.

Leo Varadkar

@LeoVaradkar

4 years

Good initial discussion today with Catholic Church on how to resume Mass and sacraments safely over the course of the summer

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@malcolmbyrne

4 years

It is concerning that a member of the @SocDems national executive has adopted this petty approach. I would hope that @CathMurphyTD and @RoisinShortall would clarify for him that the Taoiseach (as with all Oireachtas members) can travel for work.

Mick Caul

@caulmick

4 years

Taoiseach says he will be travelling home to see his family tonight in Cork - like id love to see my own family, but they are not within the 5Km limit.

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@malcolmbyrne

4 years

I note that @LeoVaradkar didn’t stick around on @ClaireByrneLive to get the flu jab from Kate O’Connell... #cblive

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@malcolmbyrne

2 years

Ireland strongly supports the people of #Ukraine . We must continue to call out Russian aggression. While Sabina Higgins is entitled to her personal view, as expressed to @IrishTimes , I completely disagree with it. To publish it on @PresidentIRL website is appalling.

Ireland at UN

@IrishMissionUN

2 years

At every meeting on #Ukraine , Ireland🇮🇪has called on Russia to end this war & withdraw its forces. Today Amb Byrne Nason did so once again. Too many people have lost their homes. Too many people have died. Russia alone bears responsibility for this war. Russia alone can end it.

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@malcolmbyrne

4 years

The new season for @rte later in the year may feature “Home Office of the Year” and “Zoom to Improve”

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@malcolmbyrne

2 years

Much work in politics is often low key and only known to a few. Nice and a little flattering to get this recognition from Miriam Lord in today’s @IrishTimes . I can only do what I do with the help and encouragement of family, friends and supporters…so thank you.

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@malcolmbyrne

4 years

Current events in the US, in Hong Kong, in Hungary, in Poland and elsewhere show the dangers of populism and why it is more important than ever to stand up for democracy, for human rights, for tolerance, for justice and the rule of law - things many of us take for granted.

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@malcolmbyrne

7 years

Bunreacht na hEireann is 80 tomorrow. First constitution in world adopted by popular vote. Enshrining rights and rule of law against backdrop of 1930s Europe.

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@malcolmbyrne

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I can’t stop looking at this picture, especially that smile, and thinking of how extremism and hate can so corrupt humanity. We all have a responsibility to ensure never again and to speak out for #humanrights across our world.

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@AuschwitzMuseum

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22 August 1941 | Hungarian Jewish girl Beáta Donner was born. In May 1944 she was deported to #Auschwitz and murdered in a gas chamber after the selection.

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@malcolmbyrne

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I raised the importance of the arts in my maiden speech to the #Seanad yesterday and why we need to #SaveTheArts as part of the Govt July stimulus package. @Campaign4Arts #dli @keenondrama

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@malcolmbyrne

5 years

Thank you to all who supported me in #Wexford in #GE2020 . Congratulations to @JohnnyMythenSF on his election. Going to be a very tight finish and hope to still make it. On the dry since Jan 1st but having a @BrennansBrewery beer and @Beanandgoose tonight to calm the nerves!

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@malcolmbyrne

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Today is the Day of Solidarity with the people of #Belarus who continue to battle for human rights and democracy. We #StandWithBelarus ⁦

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@malcolmbyrne

1 year

There should never be any doubt as to Sinn Féin’s real attitude to the public service in Ireland.

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@malcolmbyrne

2 years

Another #DublinMarathon under the belt. Well done to everyone taking part and thank you to the wonderful organisers and the fantastic supporters all around the capital’s streets!

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@malcolmbyrne

4 years

The @irishexaminer says “a number of TDs” are seeking an allowance for working from home. Yet none are named as seeking it and I’m not aware of any who are. Could we have names before every public rep is descended upon?

TDs seek allowance for working from home

A number of TDs have raised the question of new allowances to allow them to purchase office equipment while they work from home during the Covid-19 outbreak.

www.irishexaminer.com

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@malcolmbyrne

4 years

What a ridiculous non-story. Staff that work for TDs and Senators put in long hours and are not well paid. Just because the Oireachtas is not sitting does not mean that staff are not working. Poor journalism from @Independent_ie

Irish Independent

@Independent_ie

4 years

Political staff paid nearly €500,000 for overtime in lockdown

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@malcolmbyrne

4 years

What do Jack Lynch, Pope John Paul II, the YMCA and a Bill I’ve prepared and hope to soon introduce have in common? #enactthe7th . This is a first step. #seanadreform

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@malcolmbyrne

4 years

The best ever made political drama, #Borgen , is now available on #Netflix . Really recommend but watch in the original Danish with subtitles. The English dubbing is horrendous!!! @NetflixUK , you’re destroying it!

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@malcolmbyrne

5 years

I am extremely grateful to the 69,166 #IrelandSouth voters who cast their first preference for me. This places me sixth of the 23 candidates on the first count. Will be a long few days.

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@malcolmbyrne

4 years

Why does #cblive constantly interrupt Jim O’Callaghan and Leo Varadkar but not opposition politicians? At least Richard Boyd Barrett was clear that he favoured moving to Level 5 now, no clarity from David Cullinane as to what he would do.

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@malcolmbyrne

4 years

I think going back into the shed will be a better idea....🛖

Upfront with Katie Hannon

@RTEUpfront

4 years

We'll be broadcasting live from outside Dublin's Mater Hospital tomorrow. As the crisis worsens, Claire will hear from doctors, nurses, porters and other heroes on the Covid frontline. Have you been in the Mater recently with Covid, or had a relative there? DMs/replies welcome

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@malcolmbyrne

4 years

I guess this means the Donald will have more time to host and attend more $500 dollar a plate fundraisers for Ireland’s richest political party.

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@malcolmbyrne

4 years

This is why the Irish “left” are out of touch. The Chinese Communist Party continue to hide the truth and Trump accepts their word. @JoeBiden is right to call them out. The @SocDems need to decide are they on the side of the CCP or global transparency.

Gary Gannon TD

@GaryGannonTD

4 years

Jaysus, this is disgusting. The democrats are going to try beat trump by being as equally a racist bunch of arseholes as he is. There’s no moral superiority here.

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@malcolmbyrne

3 years

Australia 🇦🇺 has now joined the US 🇺🇸 and many other countries in a diplomatic boycott of #Beijing2022 Winter Olympics. Yesterday, I reiterated my call that @simoncoveney and @dfatirl needs to make a similar protest at the ongoing human rights abuses by the #CCP

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@malcolmbyrne

5 years

Honoured to have been selected as the @fiannafailparty candidate to contest the planned #Wexford by election. I look forward to setting out policies on housing, health, education, agriculture and rural Ireland, climate change and other issues for our community.

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@malcolmbyrne

4 years

Totally agree with @donie on #LateLateShow about the dangers of #socialmedia distorting our politics and fuelling extremism and division. Tackling this here has not been given sufficient priority by policymakers (some have even fuelled it). Democracy is under threat. #latelate

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@malcolmbyrne

4 years

@rodericogorman @johnconnors1990 It is an honourable thing to admit one is wrong and apologise, and a gracious thing to accept that apology. We all make mistakes and we can all learn from them.

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@malcolmbyrne

4 years

First steps. In the #Seanad this morning, I introduced my Seanad Electoral (University Members) Amendment Bill 2020 to #enactthe7th and broaden the franchise among graduates. @SeanadReform

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@malcolmbyrne

2 years

Ireland has one of the most centralised systems of government and consequently one of the weakest systems of local government in the democratic world. We need to look at how we can give real power back to local government. The report is here:

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@malcolmbyrne

4 years

I’ve realised I’m now older when on a call with @OgraFiannaFail and tell a story about the PDs and most on the call ask ‘What were the PDs’?!

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@malcolmbyrne

4 years

An unusual fact I did not know. East #Kerry in 1885 produced the largest ever percentage majority in a contested House of Commons election.

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@malcolmbyrne

4 years

The key consideration around #LeavingCert2021 is the well-being and dreams of students. That must be the priority for all in education. Negotiation happens around the table not by walking away from it. The ASTI has to return. @issu4u

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@malcolmbyrne

3 years

Apart from showing complete ignorance of the history of #Taiwan , as well the United Nations, Mick Wallace’s latest anti-American / anti-EU outburst has him denying the #UyghurGenocide . And @AP certainly has not denied that it is happening. Appalling.

Mick Wallace

@wallacemick

3 years

Taiwan is part of #China + recognised as such by #UN but now #US is stoking tensions- US military have even been in Taiwan training local forces. US + #EU are interfering in China’s domestic affairs- a violation of Art 2 of UN Charter- EU must stop working for US state dept…

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@malcolmbyrne

5 years

Vote cast in the #Wexford #BE19 . I am very grateful to all who helped out in our positive and constructive campaign that set out ideas on how to address the challenges, problems and opportunities that our community faces.

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@malcolmbyrne

2 years

Tá áthas orm tacú leis an bhfeachtas do #phac áistiúdátheangach . Tá an feachtas seo ag iarraidh pacáistiú i nGaeilge agus i mBéarla. Happy to endorse the campaign for #bilingualpackaging . This campaign seeks packaging in Irish and in English.

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@malcolmbyrne

3 years

Rather than paying €1m for mandatory hotel quarantining of #Erasmus students, provide the money in grants to allow them to extend their time in EU countries. Why put them into hotels in North Dublin when they could be further developing languages and skills abroad?

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@malcolmbyrne

3 years

Let’s look at #China over the last 40 years - Tiananmen Square, oppression of Tibet and other minorities, Genocide against the Uighur people, crushing human rights in Hong Kong.... I can stand in the EU and criticise the #EU . Can you criticise the #CCP in China? Unbelievable.

Mick Wallace

@wallacemick

3 years

#China has completed greatest poverty reduction programme in human history, while #Homelessness in the West is at record levels. In last 40 years China bombed nobody or isn't Sanctioning any countries to death - Why is #EU allowing #US to drag us into confrontation with China..?

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@malcolmbyrne

4 years

It is now twenty two years since the #GoodFridayAgreement was signed. It transformed this island and many lives have been saved. It is a triumph of politics over adversity and violence. Its full potential has not yet been realised. That challenge endures.

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@malcolmbyrne

5 years

Happy to have been selected to contest #Wexford at the next General Election for @fiannafailparty . I look forward to setting out my vision on how we can address the challenges and opportunities that face our community.

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@malcolmbyrne

4 years

Strong performance by @NormaFoleyTD1 on #rtept and clearly in command of her brief. This followed an equally good presentation on @morningireland last Friday morning. (And it is important to recognise the constructive and good work of all stakeholders!)

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@malcolmbyrne

3 years

The ongoing abuse of #HumanRights by #CCP in #China needs to continue to be called out. Those MEPs who seek to defend Beijing’s actions must be held accountable. The @Left_EU and its member parties must also decide if it shares those views.

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@malcolmbyrne

3 years

I would hope that @rte @VirginMedia_TV @TG4TV and Irish media generally do not provide any propaganda boost to the Chinese Communist Party for the 2022 Winter @Olympics .

Finbarr Bermingham

@fbermingham

3 years

Coalition of 200 human rights groups call on broadcasters to not show the Beijing Winter Olympics next year. Say media companies "are at serious risk of being complicit in China’s plan to ‘sport wash"

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@malcolmbyrne

8 months

There is only one “Óglaigh na hÉireann’ in Ireland today : the Defence Forces. It is vital that title is protected from abuse. The law will not apply historically eg when used during the War of Independence. Our Defence Forces deserve respect and recognition.

Irish Independent

@Independent_ie

8 months

New law will prevent Sinn Féin from referring to IRA members as ‘Óglaigh na hÉireann’

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@malcolmbyrne

4 years

I’m following up on this. Poor form, @wexfordcoco !

Ronan Kennedy

@RonanJKennedy

4 years

I think you've lost something in translation here @wexfordcoco 🤔

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@malcolmbyrne

4 years

I’m sometimes asked how does an idea become a law. Here I try to explain ( in under two minutes ) the process....

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@malcolmbyrne

3 years

You might remind your MEP about that as he voted against sanctions. #StandWithUkraine

Mary Lou McDonald

@MaryLouMcDonald

3 years

It is clear that significantly strenthened sanctions on Russia are needed. The situation has now reached a point where this must include the expulsion of the Russian Amabassador to Ireland. #russianinvasion

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@malcolmbyrne

4 years

The US rejoining the #ParisClimateAgreement is hugely welcome. Time for us all around the world to redouble our efforts to tackle the #ClimateEmergency . Thank you @POTUS 🇺🇸 🇮🇪 🇪🇺

ABC News

@ABC

4 years

BREAKING: Joe Biden signs executive action to rejoin Paris Climate Accord "as of today." #InaugurationDay

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@malcolmbyrne

4 years

Mary Lou McDonald on #morningireland wanted government to borrow even more for #Budget2021 but avoided answering the question on from where the money would come, given SF’s record of wanting us to default on previous loans.

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