Paul Butler, a figure long associated with Northern Ireland’s turbulent political landscape, died on September 23, 2026, at the age of 68. His death was confirmed by local sources, but the cause remains unconfirmed publicly. Born in Lisburn, Butler’s name is intertwined with the history of Irish republicanism.
He served as the member of the Northern Ireland Assembly for Lagan Valley from 2007 to 2011. His political career was marked by a return from years of imprisonment linked to his earlier activities.