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Brendan McFarlane

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A united Ireland ‘would be the most fitting tribute’ to former IRA man, Sinn Féin MLA says

A united Ireland ‘would be the most fitting tribute’ to former IRA man, Sinn Féin MLA says

Tue, 25 Feb, 2025

Sinn Féin MLA Gerry Kelly delivered the graveside oration to Brendan ‘Bik’ McFarlane at Milltown Cemetery.

Funeral to be held for former senior IRA man Brendan McFarlane

Funeral to be held for former senior IRA man Brendan McFarlane

Tue, 25 Feb, 2025

McFarlane, from the Ardoyne area of north Belfast, was known for taking part in the biggest escape in UK prison history.

Sinn Féin accused of ‘disgraceful’ comments after death of Brendan McFarlane

Sinn Féin accused of ‘disgraceful’ comments after death of Brendan McFarlane

Mon, 24 Feb, 2025

DUP MLA Phillip Brett said there was ‘not a scintilla’ of remorse from the republican party over McFarlane’s violent actions.