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Maze Prison escape

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Fugitives have 'no legitimate expectation of permanent immunity', court finds

Fugitives have 'no legitimate expectation of permanent immunity', court finds

Mon, 16 Mar, 2026

John Edward McNicholl (73) of Co Donegal and Seamus Christopher O'Kane of Co Meath are wanted in the UK

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.