History of Redmond O'Neill in Timeline

By Popular Timelines Editorial Team · Updated: March 12, 2026

Redmond O'Neill was a British political activist. Unfortunately, the details of his work and contributions are unavailable, limiting a more detailed summary. However, his role as a political activist in Britain suggests engagement with political issues and advocacy for specific causes within the British context.

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February 1954: Redmond O'Neill's Birth

Redmond O'Neill was born in February 1954.

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1987: Meeting Ken Livingstone

In 1987, O'Neill met Labour Party politician Ken Livingstone and became his advisor on Irish issues.

2000: Appointment as Deputy Chief of Staff

In 2000, O'Neill was appointed as Mayor of London Ken Livingstone's deputy chief of staff, taking responsibility for transport, trade union relations, public affairs, and editing The Londoner newsletter.

2002: Launch of St Patrick's Day Celebration and Congestion Charging

In 2002, O'Neill launched a major St Patrick's Day celebration in London and took the lead on congestion charging.

2008: Allegations of Marxist Infiltration

In 2008, O'Neill's role in Socialist Action was widely reported, with allegations that the group remained active.

October 2009: Tributes Following O'Neill's Death

Following O'Neill's death in October 2009, he was described by Gerry Adams as a supporter of Irish reunification and by Venezuela's Foreign Minister as a friend and fighter for equality. A minute's silence was held in Trafalgar Square to mark his death.