Sinn Fein president Mary Lou McDonald has used her party conference in Dublin to attack the British government’s policies on Northern Ireland and Brexit.
In her keynote speech, Ms McDonald addressed the continuing political impasse in Northern Ireland, which has been without a devolved government since May’s election.
“This stalemate cannot continue,” she said. “British government dithering must end. They must immediately bring clarity, a timetable for concluding negotiations with the European Union and the restoration of the [Northern Ireland] Executive.
“But whatever happens, be clear that direct rule from London is not an option. Working together is the only way forward.”
The Sinn Fein leader referenced the recent instability in Westminster as she continued: “Change can’t be stopped by the chaotic Tories in London, either.
“They can’t run their own country without bringing it to the brink of financial ruin. They certainly have no right to tell the people of Ireland…
