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O'Neill to Attend Remembrance Sunday

First Minister Michelle O'Neill's attendance at a Remembrance Sunday ceremony marks a significant change for Sinn Fein.

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Michelle O'neillHilary BennFleur AndersonNaomi LongMichael D. Higgins

Which Irish officials will be attending Remembrance events?: While the Taoiseach will not be attending a service this year, other Irish officials will be present at services in both Belfast and Enniskillen. Irish President Michael D Higgins will attend a service in Dublin.
What time will the Remembrance Sunday ceremony in Belfast begin?: The Remembrance Sunday ceremony in Belfast will begin at 11:00 GMT and will include the Lord Mayor laying a wreath. Other notable attendees include the Northern Ireland Secretary and a junior minister from the Northern Ireland Office.
How does Sinn Fein's participation in this year's ceremony represent a change?: Sinn Fein's participation in the Remembrance Sunday ceremony marks a shift in their approach to the event. Previously, only less senior members had participated.
What event commemorated the lives of prison officers who died in the line of duty?: A separate remembrance ceremony was held for 32 prison officers who lost their lives in the line of duty. Justice Minister Naomi Long unveiled a commemorative poppy wreath, handmade by prisoners, at the Hydebank Wood Memorial Garden.
Who will be attending the Remembrance Sunday ceremony in Belfast for the first time this year?: Michelle O'Neill, the First Minister of Northern Ireland, will be the first senior Sinn Féin figure to participate in an official Remembrance Sunday ceremony in Belfast. She will lay a wreath at the Cenotaph at Belfast City Hall.

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