Ursula Ní Shionnáin

Ursula Ní Shionnáin

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Ursula Ní Shionnáin is a prominent member of the socialist republican party Éirigí, who was convicted by the Special Criminal Court in 2014 for unlawful possession of firearms and served four and a half years in prison. After her release, she worked as an intern for Catherine Connolly in Leinster House, gaining recognition for her academic achievements, including a doctorate in the Irish language. Her case has sparked discussions surrounding employment opportunities for individuals with criminal convictions and the importance of giving second chances.

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Ireland Ireland: Ursula Ní Shionnain was hired by Catherine Connolly despite having served a prison sentence for possession of arms and ammunition. 5

The Irish Times – major Irish daily, est. 1859: Connolly says she spoke to prison visiting committee before hiring Éirigí member – The Irish Times

Ireland Ireland: Ursula Ní Shionnáin, who was jailed for firearms offences by the Special Criminal Court in 2014, was still claimed as a member by the socialist republican group Éirígí in 2018. 6

The Irish Times – major Irish daily, est. 1859: Éirígí says Ursula Ní Shionnáin still member in 2018 when employed by Catherine Connolly in Leinster House – The Irish Times