O’Neill accused of ‘cosplaying’ as First Minister at Cardiff independence summit
- Posted on September 14, 2026
- By Evening Standard
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In brief
Political tensions escalate as the DUP challenges Sinn Féin vice president Michelle O'Neill's attendance at a Cardiff independence summit, questioning her legitimacy to represent the Northern Ireland Executive. The controversy highlights ongoing disputes within the power-sharing government regarding cross-border engagement and official representation. The incident raises questions about protocol, authority boundaries, and the delicate balance of executive governance in post-Brexit politics.
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O’Neill accused of ‘cosplaying’ as First Minister at Cardiff independence summit
The DUP has made clear that the Sinn Féin vice president had no authority to attend the event as a representative of the NI Executive.
