Michelle O’Neill Apologizes for Attending Pandemic-Era Funeral

Northern Ireland's First Minister expresses regret over actions that strained government relations and public trust during Covid-19.

O'Neill attended Bobby Storey's funeral in June 2020, violating Covid-19 restrictions.
Her actions led to the cessation of joint press conferences with then-First Minister Arlene Foster.
O'Neill acknowledged the incident damaged public health messaging and executive relations.
She denied accusations of hypocrisy when compared to Boris Johnson's lockdown breaches.
O'Neill reiterated her apology, emphasizing her commitment to regaining public trust.