The European Parliament has overwhelmingly adopted a resolution on the case of Abdoul Aziz Goma, an Irish citizen arbitrarily detained in Togo since 2018. The resolution, negotiated on behalf of the EPP Group – the largest political group in the Parliament – by Seán Kelly MEP, condemns the brutal and unlawful imprisonment of Mr. Goma […]

Two weeks ago, I was pleased to put my name forward as a potential Fine Gael candidate to contest the upcoming Presidential Election, having been strongly encouraged to do so by grassroots members and local representatives. To have been selected as Fine Gael candidate for the most distinguished role in our country would have been […]

In the days following Mairead McGuinness’ unfortunate withdrawal as Fine Gael’s candidate for President of Ireland on health grounds, I have reflected and given serious consideration to the possibility of seeking the Fine Gael nomination. After discussing it with my family and supporters, and in light of these changed circumstances, I believe the time is […]

It is with great disappointment that I have learned of Mairead McGuinness’ decision to withdraw her candidacy for President of Ireland on medical grounds. Having worked closely with Mairead for the vast majority of my time in politics, I can say with certainty that she would have been an outstanding candidate and an exceptional President […]

Sean Kelly, MEP for Ireland South and Leader of Fine Gael in the European Parliament, has said that while broader regional instability in the Middle East is alarming, Europe must not lose sight of the ongoing humanitarian catastrophe in Gaza. “We are at a dangerous juncture,” Kelly said. “The escalation between Israel and Iran has […]