'Matter For The British Courts' - Taoiseach On Kneecap Member Terror Charge
Kneecap is denying the terrorism offence one of their members has been charged with in Britain.
Liam Óg Ó hAnnaidh will appear in court in Britain next month, following an anti-terrorism investigation into one of the group's shows.
Liam also known as Mo Chara is accused of flying a Hezbollah flag at a concert.
In a statement on social media, the band says the move is 'political policing' and a 'carnival of distraction'.
It says the group are on the "right side of history", and will fight in court and win.
Speaking earlier this morning Taoiseach Micheal Martin said it will be for the courts in Britain to decide, however he did say that Kneecap has been clear in not supporting Hezbollah or Hamas:
"The Irish government through its diplomatic channels always provides, if required consular assistance to our citizens no matter where they reside.
"I would note that members of the band have been very clear in recent statements that they do not in any shape or form, support Hezbollah or indeed Hamas.
"So they've issued statements to that effect, but I'm not going to interfere in the court process now at this stage."
