FF calls for funding transparency from the North’s political parties

Fianna Fáíl has said political parties in the North need to be more transparent with their funding.

FF calls for funding transparency from the North’s political parties

Fianna Fáíl has said political parties in the North need to be more transparent with their funding.

The call comes after it emerged that Sinn Féin had received over $12m (€10.88m) in the last 20 years through donations in the United States.

The party has said donors usually paid for services like drivers, rather than giving money straight into the party's accounts.

However, Fianna Fáil's justice spokesman Niall Collins has said Sinn Fein and others need to be more honest about where their money goes.

“$12m, where did it go? I mean there is no accountability,” said Collins.

“Clearly having read the report in detail, I think there was some reference it was used for the provision for cars in the North of Ireland.”

“There must have been a lot of cars flying around the North of Ireland with $12m.”

more courts articles

Man admits killing Irish pensioner (87) on mobility scooter in London Man admits killing Irish pensioner (87) on mobility scooter in London
Former DUP leader Jeffrey Donaldson arrives at court to face sex charges Former DUP leader Jeffrey Donaldson arrives at court to face sex charges
Case against Jeffrey Donaldson to be heard in court Case against Jeffrey Donaldson to be heard in court

More in this section

Celtic Tiger European Tour Launch - Soho Hotel Michael Flatley: I was warned not to embarrass Irish dancing at Eurovision
Man, 40s, hospitalised after suspected stabbing in Dublin Man, 40s, hospitalised after suspected stabbing in Dublin
115 sacked from Defence Forces for illegal drug use in last 10 years 115 sacked from Defence Forces for illegal drug use in last 10 years
War_map
Cookie Policy Privacy Policy Brand Safety FAQ Help Contact Us Terms and Conditions

© Examiner Echo Group Limited