Jarlath Burns
IrelandpoliticianMale5.2Global Dominance: 0.00%Jarlath Burns is the current president of the Gaelic Athletic Association (GAA), known for his commitment to promoting the values of the organization and advocating for justice regarding historical cases of violence against its members. At the recent GAA congress, he honored the family of Seán Brown, highlighting their long struggle for truth and accountability.
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The GAA president Jarlath Burns asked Mary McAleese to reflect on her remarks, which he described as 'offensive'.
Both men and women built the GAA. It’s time women were given equal treatment – The Irish TimesIreland· 2026-09-12
Jarlath Burns called Mary McAleese's remarks offensive and undermining of women's roles in the GAA.
equality deferred – The Irish TimesIreland· 2026-09-11
GAA president Jarlath Burns described allegations about the GAA's attitude towards women in decision-making as 'offensive'.
Simon Harris says he holds out hope that GAA integration will ‘get over the line’ in 2027 – The Irish TimesIreland· 2026-09-10
Jarlath Burns discussed the apprehension coming from county boards regarding integration.
Mary McAleese may have done the GAA a favour by burning the boats – The Irish TimesIreland· 2026-09-10
GAA director general Tom Ryan and president Jarlath Burns were left with no option on Wednesday but to pop on their hard hats and get busy firefighting.
The five main stumbling blocks on the road to Gaelic games integration – The Irish TimesIreland· 2026-09-10Jarlath Burns challenged Mary McAleese's claims of misogyny within the GAA.
GAA challenges Mary McAleese’s ‘offensive’ suggestion of misogyny at top level – The Irish TimesIreland· 2026-09-09
Jarlath Burns handed the cup to Jack Coyne during the celebrations.
Mayo people will never go back. Winning Sam Maguire changes everything – The Irish TimesIreland· 2026-07-29
GAA president Jarlath Burns introduced Mayo’s captain Jack Coyne during the celebrations.
Mayo fan on viral moment when he was overcome with Sam Maguire win – The Irish TimesIreland· 2026-07-27
Jarlath Burns is the president of the GAA who provided a history rundown to the visiting European Parliament leaders.
The pitter-patter of little feet in the Áras? No, Michael D’s not back – The Irish TimesIreland· 2026-06-27
GAA president Jarlath Burns was there at his home club.
Kerry to play Tyrone, Dublin to play Galway – The Irish TimesIreland· 2026-06-22
Jarlath Burns is the GAA president who addressed the protesters during the Congress.
GAA Congress disrupted by protesters calling for end to Allianz deal – The Irish TimesIreland· 2026-02-28
Jarlath Burns is the predecessor of Derek Kent as GAA president.
Wexford’s Derek Kent chosen as next GAA president – The Irish TimesIreland· 2026-02-28
Jarlath Burns has previously promised to tackle the issue in his role as president.
Ulster rivals Armagh and Donegal meet in Division One – The Irish TimesIreland· 2026-02-22
GAA president Jarlath Burns referencing the work of the Amateur Status Review Committee.
GAA formally recognises GPA image rights in new four-year deal – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-11-30
Jarlath Burns is the president of the GAA and leads the Amateur Status Review Committee.
Barring outside managers risks unjust penalising of weakest teams – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-10-22
Jarlath Burns, the GAA president, contacted Heather Humphreys to sympathise about the line of questioning she faced.
‘I was surprised to be asked about something my husband was doing before I met him’ – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-10-18
GAA president Jarlath Burns thanked FRC chair Jim Gavin and the committee members for their hard work, which has transformed the game.
Clock hooter to continue to operate in football matches – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-10-05
GAA president Jarlath Burns paid tribute to the work of the FRC.
Final FRC report proposes review of four-point goal and suggests handpass trial at youth level – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-09-05
Cllr Flynn called on GAA president Jarlath Burns to suspend the band in its present form from performing.
Instruments painted black to highlight battle by Artane Band abuse survivors to change its name and uniform – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-08-19
Jarlath Burns has expressed his desire to see the men’s finals pushed back a couple of weeks.
Camogie and women’s football should take August for themselves – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-08-07
Jarlath Burns, the GAA president, attended the funeral.
‘The only comfort we have is that Vanessa, James and Sara are together and finally safe’ – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-08-02
Jarlath Burns, the GAA president, attended the funeral of Vanessa Whyte and her children.
Mother and two children killed in Co Fermanagh shooting are ‘irreplaceable’, funeral told – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-08-02
Jarlath Burns, the GAA president, praised Jack O'Connor for his achievements.
‘Tough old year’ ends sweetly for Kerry manager Jack O’Connor – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-07-28
Jarlath Burns suggested that Jack O’Connor should be considered among the Kerry immortals.
Kerry meet the moment to blow Donegal away for one of the sweetest All-Irelands they’ve ever won – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-07-27
Jarlath Burns is advocating for changes to the All-Ireland preliminary quarter-finals.
Ronan Maher leads the way for Tipperary’s stunning triumph – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-07-21
Jarlath Burns is mentioned as a potential candidate for the presidency.
The presidency is not a Rose of Tralee contest for over-35s – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-07-18
Jarlath Burns is the president of the GAA and has expressed concerns about Rory Gallagher's appointment.
GAA manager Rory Gallagher seeks damages from Jarlath Burns and the association over alleged defamation – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-07-01
GAA president Jarlath Burns is in studio for the draw.
Dublin drawn against Tyrone, Donegal to face Monaghan – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-06-23
Jarlath Burns is mentioned as not declaring his candidacy for the presidency.
So far nobody wants the Presidency and its quarter-of-a-million euro salary. Why? – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-06-18
GAA president Jarlath Burns has defended the GAA’s Central Competitions Control Committee (CCCC) after criticism from Jim McGuinness.
GAA president Jarlath Burns defends CCCC after Jim McGuinness criticism – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-06-18