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SINN FÉIN is the oldest political party in Ireland, and was the first party in Ireland to establish a presence on the web; this is our official web site. We take our name from the Irish Gaelic expression for ``We Ourselves''. Since being founded in 1905 we have worked for the right of Irish people as a whole to attain national self-determination, and have elected representatives in every major Irish town and city.
Objectives
Sinn Féin seeks an end to partition which is the cause of conflict, injustice and division in Ireland.We seek the establishment of a new Ireland based on sustainable social and economic development; genuine democracy, participation, equality and justice at all levels of the economy and society; and a lasting and meaningful peace with unity of purpose and action.
Specifically:
- Sinn Féin is an Irish Republican party. Our objective is to end British rule in Ireland. We seek national self-determination, the unity and independence of Ireland as a sovereign state.
- Sinn Féin is committed to the transformation of Irish society and to a negotiated and democratic settlement. We know that peace is not simply the absence of violence. Real peace - a lasting peace - is based on democracy, justice, freedom and equality.
- Sinn Féin has a vision that sees beyond the present conflict and beyond the present phase of our history. Our vision foresees the unity of the people of this island. Our vision is for the redistribution of wealth, for the well-being of the aged, for the advancement of youth, for the liberation of women and for the protection of our children. Our vision is for a free Ireland and a free people.
- Sinn Féin is committed to our peace strategy. We have sought with honesty and integrity to construct a peace process which reaches out and embraces everyone on the island on the basis of equality. Our objective must be for an agreement that will earn the allegiance and respect of all sections of our people.
To achieve these objectives, Sinn Féin has committed itself to restoring the Irish Peace Process, initiated in dialogue begun almost three years ago.
Earlier efforts were rewarded by a cessation of the armed struggle by the Irish Republican Army, since ended, and discussions between Sinn Féin and other parties, including the Irish, British and US governments. Sinn Féin maintains its goal of a just and lasting peace, despite continuing unionist intransigence and British bad faith.
Sinn Féin, through its President, Gerry Adams, and leadership, the Ard Chomhairle, is continuing its efforts to bring about full, inclusive, all-party peace talks without preconditions.
An Phoblacht/Republican News
An Phoblacht/Republican News is an Irish weekly newspaper with a republican perspective and is Ireland's leading political weekly. It carries a variety of stories and opinion on national and international affairs, the arts, sport and miscellaneous topics.Although supportive of Sinn Féin policy, it is an independent and fully accredited newspaper. AP/RN has recently been relaunched to mark its 25th year of production, and is now available free on the Web. A new issue is published on the Web and in Belfast every Thursday afternoon.
NEW: Read the latest news from AP/RN
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Official Documents and Press Releases
Official documents from Sinn Féin are archived here as they become available; our press releases and news updates are now archived separately. These set forth official Sinn Féin policy and provide background information on the party and its activities. A more complete archive is being developed here at present. It will soon be possible to search the archives again. Contact one of the addresses below regarding any questions about Sinn Féin or its policies, or to receive official or press information; information in these archives may be out of date.
NEW:Equality for all citizens, 8 April
NEW:Sinn Féin pledge is for peace, 7 April
NEW:Credible Peace Talks Essential, 5 April
NEW:Easter commemoration, Derry - address by Sinn Féin Party Chairman Mitchel McLaughlin, 31 March
NEW:Easter commemoration, Dublin - address by Sinn Fein Negotiator, Gerry Kelly, 30 March
NEW:Easter commemoration, The Loup, Co. Derry - address by Sinn Féin Chief Negotiator Martin McGuinness, 30 March
NEW:Oklahoma Claims - `Bad Hollywood script', 30 March
NEW:Sinn Fein President applauds Pearson victory, 27 March
NEW:Sinn Féin committed to reconstructing peace process, 26 March
NEW:Ormeau and Dromore decisions point way, 22 March
NEW:Election - A New Opportunity for Peace, 17 March
NEW:Sinn Féin welcomes Dromore Agreement, 16 March
NEW:Gerry Adams St. Patrick's Day Message, 15 March
NEW:Condolences extended to family of John Slane, 14 March
NEW:The Peace Process - The current situation and background, 24 February
Ard Fheis '96
The 1996 Sinn Féin Ard Fheis or annual conference was held in central Dublin at the end of March. This meeting decided much of Sinn Féin's policies for the year ahead. Tell us what you think of the proposed policy changes, or see what the delegates decided at the Sinn Féin Ard Fheis.
The Republican Bookshop Online
At Sinn Féin headquarters in Parnell Square, Dublin, there is a bookshop where visitors can browse through a selection of books on a wide range of subjects, including Irish history, politics and the conflict in Ireland. The shop also sells posters, t-shirts, and other merchandise relating to the Republican struggle. Visitors to this web site can now browse the Republican Bookshop online. All merchandise can be ordered online and delivered by post, and credit cards are accepted.
Supporting Sinn Féin or Friends of Sinn Féin
Sinn Féin is organised into local cumainn, or branches, throughout Ireland. To find out about your local cumann, contact:
Sinn Féin,
51/55 Falls Road,
Belfast.
Tel: (+44-1232) 624421 · Fax: (+44-1232) 622112
or:
Sinn Féin,
44 Parnell Square,
Dublin 1.
Tel: (+353-1) 8726100 / (+353-1) 8726839 · Fax (+353-1)
8733074
