'A place close to my heart' - Keir Starmer explains why he wears a Donegal GAA top to play football
Briefly

At a recent event celebrating Irish culture, Keir Starmer spoke fondly of Northern Ireland, highlighting his personal connections and experiences there. He expressed the significance of the Belfast Good Friday Agreement, labeling it the Labour Party's greatest achievement during his lifetime. He recounted his time working with the Police Service of Northern Ireland and shared memories of his honeymoon in Belfast and his enjoyment of Donegal. Starmer demonstrated his commitment to Northern Ireland through his anecdotes and personal reflections, underscoring his intention to promote peace and unity in the region.
"I think and hope you know, all of this matters deeply to me because I have personal connections to Northern Ireland. It's a place close to my heart."
"I worked over there for five years, working with the Police Service of Northern Ireland on some of the Belfast Good Friday Agreement changes."
Read at Irish Independent
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