Northern Ireland MP Links Kneecap Band to Sinn Féin

DUPMP Sammy Wilson has likened the band Kneecap to being the 'musical wing of Sinn Féin' following multiple recent controversies. Controversies

The band faced backlash after footage seemed to show them expressing support for Hezbollah and Hamas. Another video depicted a band member urging the crowd to 'kill your local MP'. Criticism also arose from Sharon Osbourne after pro-Palestine comments were made during the Coachella festival. Despite the backlash, Kneecap denied seeking to incite violence and claimed to be victims of a smear campaign. Reactions

Speaking in the House of Commons, Wilson urged a quick investigation into Kneecap's actions while indicating that the band was glorifying terrorism akin to Sinn Féin. Meanwhile, DUP leader Gavin Robinson accused the band of promoting hatred and questioned the enforcement of anti-terrorism laws in Northern Ireland. Calls for Action

Wilson called for the prevention of public funding to groups like Kneecap and for them to be denied platforms. Home Office minister Dan Jarvis offered to meet with the DUP leader to discuss the issue further. Sinn Féin has been approached for comments regarding the situation.