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Outside politics, Connolly is a passionate Irish speaker and a keen sportswoman who ran marathons and played badminton competitively in her younger years.

“I really like showing that women are unapologetically passionate about their work, and that’s OK for us to love our work,” Gallagher says.

Both Basques and Geordies have a proud local identity and are immensely passionate about their football clubs.

Frank urged the fans to back the team and the supporters responded as they, along with a passionate following from the visitors, helped create a superb atmosphere.

It's at this point in our interview that he becomes his most passionate.