Terrorism Charges Brought Against Kneecap's Mo Chara In The UK Have Been Dropped

Friday, 26 September 2025 12:07

By Emma O'Connor

The rapper, whose real name is Liam Óg Ó hAnnaidh appeared before Woolwich Crown Court this morning.

The terrorism charge brought against Kneecap’s Mo Chara in the UK has been dropped.

The rapper, whose real name is Liam Óg Ó hAnnaidh appeared before Woolwich Crown Court this morning.

The hearing was Mo Chara’s third appearance before a London court since he was charged with the offence in May.

He spoke through an Irish language interpreter for the entire proceeding.

It had been alleged he displayed a flag in support of Hezbollah at one of the group’s London shows last year.

It had been the defences case that the charge was brought outside the six month limit in order for the court to have jurisdiction to hear the case.

Today, the judge ruled in their favour, and the charge has been thrown out.

Speaking in court, the judge clarified this does not indicate Mo Chara’s innocence or guilt in the alleged incident, but simply means the case cannot proceed.

The public gallery erupted into cheers once the decision was revealed, while hundreds of supporters outside the court held a celebratory fleadh cheoil.

More from National News

Sharp Rise In M9 Collisions With Garda Call-Outs Up Year-On-Year

The figures, provided by An Garda Síochána, show a sharp increase compared to previous years.
Councillor Seeks Clarity On How Often Nightclubs and Late Bars In Naas Are Inspected For Fire Risks

Kildare Fire Service says all venues applying to renew their annual dance licence through the District Court were inspected in advance of the hearings.
New Figures From CSO Reveal How Much International Protection Applicants Earn Compared To Average Worker In Ireland

The data also found that a majority of asylum seekers entered the workforce once permitted to do so
Unpaid Eight-Month Work And Training Placement For Adults With Disabilities Branded "Extremely Unfair"

One Kildare mother told Kfm News that their child had been attending structured placements each weekday, typically from around 9:30am to 3pm, and in some cases carrying out tasks for up to two hours at a time - but are not receiving any form of payment.
Department Of Education Defends Kildare SNA Cuts Amid Claims Of Reduced Need At Some Schools

They said there "are many reasons why the level of need for SNA support in schools may fluctuate including falling enrolments, reduced or increased care needs and changing demographics as children move from primary to post-primary schools".
Naas Nurses Threaten Escalation As Staffing Row Deepens

Nurses spoke to Kfm News this week about issues they are dealing with on a daily basis.
Driving Tests Face Disruption As RSA Testers To Strike Next Week

The driving test centre in Naas is the only driving test centre in Kildare and attracts candidates from Kildare, Dublin, Wicklow and Laois.
Jury Delivers Not Guilty By Reason Of Insanity Verdict In Ballyfin Demesne Strangling Case

31-year-old Henry McGowan, from Brooklyn, New York, was found to be having a psychotic episode when he strangled his father to death at the 5-star hotel.