Ulster Unionist Party
The party Leader Jon Burrows MLA criticises Chief Constable Jon Boutcher's comments on the Provisional IRA, calling its existence anathema to democracy.
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The party leader criticises DUP's handling of policing at Drumcree, citing PIRA's influence.
Justice and policing Community relations and legacy Original release: Chief Constable’s clarification changes a word, not the substance: PIRA’s stance should not shape policing
The party leader Jim Allister expresses concern about undisclosed intelligence on PIRA. He believes it shows PIRA's involvement was malevolent.
Justice and policing Issue: PSNI's undisclosed intelligence on PIRA's malevolent involvement Original release: Surprise, surprise PIRA not a benign spectator
The party condemns the display of IRA regalia at a funeral in Clonoe, calling it the glorification of terrorism. The party's candidates express shock and disgust at the scenes.
Justice and policing Community relations and legacy Original release: Glorification of IRA terrorism still prominent in Mid UlsterArchived copy, Internet Archive capture of 8 November 2026
The party opposes British government proposals to give the Attorney General final say over conflict-related prosecutions, which they claim undermines the independence of the prosecution service and creates a two-tier justice system. This concerns party MP John Finucane.
Justice and policing Community relations and legacy Issue: British government proposals to give Attorney General final say on conflict-related prosecutions Original release: Sinn Féin will oppose any attempt to place British state forces beyond reach of accountability – Finucane
The party criticises Derry City and Strabane District Council's decision to ban Armed Forces jobs fairs, saying it is insulting and ridiculous. The decision concerns West Tyrone Assembly candidate Stevan Patterson.
Local government Economy and employment Issue: Derry City and Strabane District Council Armed Forces jobs fair ban Original release: Council’s Armed Forces jobs fair ban is insulting and ridiculous
Jim Allister MP says the party will offer West Tyrone voters a chance to vote for strength, not weakness. He criticises the DUP's response to recent events in Portadown.
Justice and policing Community relations and legacy Issue: Portadown policing controversy Original release: Allister: West Tyrone Can Vote for Strength, Not Weakness
Main topic Justice and policing (1.00); purpose criticism (0.51); reactive; tone critical; contains a concrete proposal; criticises public body
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