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Deputy Premier Slams McGregor, Honors Oscar-Winner Buckley

3/17/2026

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Simon Harris, Ireland's deputy premier, criticized Conor McGregor (MMA fighter), saying he embodies 'the very worst of Irish society'.
The remarks followed a meeting with UK Chancellor Rachel Reeves.
Harris urged focus on Jessie Buckley (actress), who became the first Irish woman to win an Oscar for her role in 'Hamnet'.
He noted McGregor's civil liability ruling in a rape case as part of the contrast.

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Simon Harris, Ireland's deputy premier, criticized Conor McGregor (MMA fighter), saying he embodies 'the very worst of Irish society'.
The remarks followed a meeting with UK Chancellor Rachel Reeves.
Harris urged focus on Jessie Buckley (actress), who became the first Irish woman to win an Oscar for her role in 'Hamnet'.
He noted McGregor's civil liability ruling in a rape case as part of the contrast.