Party was contacted by British Heart Foundation in relation to Michael McMonagle in August 2023
The party was contacted by the British Heart Foundation on August 3rd 2023 as part of a review of its recruitment processes after it suspended former Sinn Féin press officer Michael McMonagle.
McMonagle was suspended from his job with Sinn Féin after he was arrested in August 2021, and in September 2022 was appointed to the role of Communications and Engagement Manager with the British Heart Foundation in Belfast. She also apologised on behalf of the party for the “hurt and distress” caused by the actions of Mr Mag Uidhir and Mr McGinley.
“This was in no way related to any child protection issue and related to him making the female colleague feel uncomfortable.Ms O’Neill issued the statement following a telephone call on Saturday with the head of the BHF in Northern Ireland, Fearghal McKinney. “We at the BHF are heartbroken that this courageous family have been dragged into this terrible situation and ask that the media be mindful of their privacy and wellbeing while they focus on finding a new heart for Dáithí and continue to spread their positive message of hope.”
In her statement, Ms O’Neill said “Michael McMonagle’s actions are utterly reprehensible, and he is being held fully accountable under the law. “I was not aware that Michael McMonagle was at this event, and I had no knowledge that he had gained employment with the British Heart Foundation. “As the party process was ongoing, both individuals resigned their positions and terminated their party membership with immediate effect on Saturday 28th September 2024.
“It is a matter of particular upset that the family of wee Dáithí, who is fighting such a brave fight, have been caught up in commentary around this situation,” she said.
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