Kathleen Funchion
Kathleen Funchion is an Irish politician and member of Sinn Féin, serving as a TD for Kilkenny and currently an MEP. Known for her advocacy on social issues, she recently shared her personal experiences of coercive control and harassment during her relationship with Seán Tyrell. Her courageous testimony has highlighted the importance of addressing domestic abuse and providing support for those in similar situations.
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Kathleen Funchion also voted against the EU’s package of loans to Ukraine.
For Sinn Féin, Tiocfaidh ár lá is being replaced by Turn the Other Cheek – The Irish Times
Ireland· 2026-02-17
Kathleen Funchion is a Sinn Féin MEP who has spoken out about her experiences with domestic abuse and the justice system.
Sinn Féin MEP Kathleen Funchion’s ex-partner has jail sentence increased – The Irish TimesIreland· 2026-02-16
Kathleen Funchion voted against the loan at a parliament session in Strasbourg.
European Parliament approves €90bn loan for Ukraine – The Irish TimesIreland· 2026-02-11
Kathleen Funchion confirmed both she and fellow MEP Lynn Boylan will vote against the measure.
Sinn Féin MEPs to vote against €90bn EU loan for Ukraine – The Irish TimesIreland· 2026-02-11
Kathleen Funchion is a Sinn Féin MEP who addressed the British government regarding a Border poll.
Ivana Bacik’s careless words are causing alarm among unionists – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-11-20
MEP and ard chomhairle member Kathleen Funchion lavished praise on Ms Connolly.
How many nominations do Independent candidates have so far? – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-09-20
Kathleen Funchion is a Sinn Féin MEP who plans to vote against Ursula von der Leyen.
Fianna Fáil MEPs still to pick a side ahead of no-confidence motion in European Commission president – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-07-07
Kathleen Funchion reacted negatively to Kaja Kallas's statements.
Kaja Kallase väljaöeldu vallandas sotsiaalmeedias korraliku sõnasõja – kas rohkem on kannatanud eestlased või iirlased?
Estonia· 2025-06-24
Kathleen Funchion expressed her astonishment at Kaja Kallas's comments, indicating a lack of understanding of Irish history.
Kaja Kallas astus Põhja-Iirimaa küsimuses ämbrisse, eurosaadik nõuab vabandamistEstonia· 2025-06-21Kathleen Funchion is a Sinn Féin TD for Kilkenny who has publicly shared her experiences of a toxic relationship with Seán Tyrell.
Kathleen Funchion on the sentencing of ex-partner under harassment law – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-04-29