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Education and enforcement key to turning the tide on water quality, says Blair
Alliance MLA John Blair welcomes further actions announced by DAERA Minister Andrew Muir to tackle poor water quality, including reversing a cap on cross-compliance penalties and a review of fines. He urges the Executive to agree the Lough Neagh Report and Action Plan quickly.
Environment and climate Agriculture and rural affairs Issue: DAERA Minister Muir water quality enforcement measures at Agriculture Committee Original release: Education and enforcement key to turning the tide on water quality, says Blair (opens in a new tab)
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Measures need to be taken to improve A2 safety, says Farry
Alliance Westminster candidate Stephen Farry says measures are needed to improve safety on the A2 in North Down after a series of recent crashes, one fatal. He welcomes the Infrastructure Minister's commitment to a review and calls for speed enforcement, signage and better sight lines.
Infrastructure and transport Issue: A2 North Down road safety review response from Infrastructure Minister Original release: Measures need to be taken to improve A2 safety, says Farry (opens in a new tab)
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Kurtis Dickson installed as new Mayor of Lisburn & Castlereagh City Council
Alliance Downshire East Councillor Kurtis Dickson was sworn in as Mayor of Lisburn & Castlereagh City Council, becoming the council’s youngest and first openly LGBTQIA+ mayor. He says he will boost youth involvement, promote mental‑well‑being and champion environmental issues.
Local government Disability and equality Issue: Kurtis Dickson installed as Mayor of Lisburn & Castlereagh Original release: Kurtis Dickson installed as new Mayor of Lisburn & Castlereagh City Council (opens in a new tab)
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DUP representatives mark D-Day anniversary in Londonderry
The DUP says its representatives, led by leader Gavin Robinson, laid a wreath at the Londonderry war memorial to mark the 80th anniversary of the D-Day landings. Robinson stresses the sacrifice made and the city's wartime importance.
Other International affairs Original release: DUP representatives mark D-Day anniversary in Londonderry (opens in a new tab)
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‘Work to resettle patients from Muckamore must continue at pace’ – Dillon
Sinn Féin MLA Linda Dillon urges the Health Minister to keep resettling patients from Muckamore Abbey Hospital at speed and to set a firm closure date, after he signalled a short delay to the original June deadline. She also asks him to keep the Assembly updated on progress.
Health Issue: Muckamore Abbey Hospital closure date extension Original release: ‘Work to resettle patients from Muckamore must continue at pace’ – Dillon (opens in a new tab)
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Deputy First Minister represents NI at National D-Day Commemoration
DUP Deputy First Minister Emma Little Pengelly attends a national ceremony in Portsmouth marking the 80th anniversary of the D‑Day invasion, before heading to Normandy to honour those who took part in the historic seaborne operation.
Other International affairs Issue: 80th anniversary D-Day Landings commemoration Original release: Deputy First Minister represents NI at National D-Day Commemoration (opens in a new tab)
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Ian Paisley congratulates Michael Dunlop on another stunning victory.
DUP MP Ian Paisley congratulates Michael Dunlop on becoming the most successful rider in TT history after his Super Twin TT race win on the Isle of Man. Paisley says he has asked the government to recognise the achievement.
Other Issue: Michael Dunlop Super Twin TT race win Original release: Ian Paisley congratulates Michael Dunlop on another stunning victory. (opens in a new tab)
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Lee-Surginor becomes Deputy Chairperson of Newry, Mourne and Down District Council, and first civic dignitary from a Chinese ethnic background
Alliance Councillor David Lee-Surginor says he is honoured to be installed as Deputy Chairperson of Newry, Mourne and Down District Council, and pledges to prioritise tourism, support flood-affected businesses and voluntary groups facing funding cuts, and promote equality.
Local government Disability and equality Issue: David Lee-Surginor installed as Deputy Chairperson of Newry, Mourne and Down Council Original release: Lee-Surginor becomes Deputy Chairperson of Newry, Mourne and Down District Council, and first civic dignitary from a Chinese ethnic background (opens in a new tab)
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Our team has a record of delivery for constituents
DUP Leader Gavin Robinson, nominating candidates in Ballymena, says the party has delivered for County Antrim, citing fibre broadband for almost 16,000 homes funded by £150m secured by DUP MPs. He calls for a strong DUP team in Westminster and a fair long-term funding model for Northern Ireland.
Infrastructure and transport Economy and employment Original release: Our team has a record of delivery for constituents (opens in a new tab)
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Narrow Water Bridge will be transformative – Hazzard
Sinn Féin Westminster candidate for South Down Chris Hazzard says the start of work on the Narrow Water Bridge will unlock South Down’s tourism potential, boost local businesses, create jobs and strengthen the regional economy, and pledges to push for swift delivery.
Infrastructure and transport Economy and employment Issue: Narrow Water Bridge construction commencement Original release: Narrow Water Bridge will be transformative – Hazzard (opens in a new tab)
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Major breaches of environmental law "obscene and deeply disturbing" - Cllr Smyth
Green Party Councillor for Lisnasharragh Brian Smyth says it is obscene that Moy Park has breached environmental laws in Northern Ireland more than 500 times without prosecution, following a BBC investigation. He blames the Going for Growth strategy and a broken planning system, and calls on the…
Environment and climate Agriculture and rural affairs Issue: BBC investigation into Moy Park environmental law breaches Original release: Major breaches of environmental law "obscene and deeply disturbing" - Cllr Smyth (opens in a new tab)
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Narrow Water Bridge presents 'huge opportunity', says McMurray
Alliance South Down MLA Andrew McMurray welcomes the start of construction on the Narrow Water Bridge project, saying it will boost the regional economy, tourism and cross-border active travel by linking South Down with County Louth.
Infrastructure and transport Economy and employment Issue: Narrow Water Bridge construction commencement Original release: Narrow Water Bridge presents 'huge opportunity', says McMurray (opens in a new tab)
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TUV calls for clarity from local parties following belated Tory announcement on legal definition of sex
TUV Lagan Valley candidate Lorna Smyth calls on local parties to set out their own position on a legal definition of sex, after the Conservatives announced a clarification in law. She says the Tories have been in power for over a decade and questions whether they are serious about it.
Disability and equality Issue: Conservative announcement on legal definition of sex Original release: TUV calls for clarity from local parties following belated Tory announcement on legal definition of sex (opens in a new tab)
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Dunne congratulates Michael Dunlop on record-equalling Isle of Man TT…
North Down DUP MLA Stephen Dunne congratulates Michael Dunlop in the Assembly on equalling Joey Dunlop's 26 Isle of Man TT wins, and says the record is a truly phenomenal achievement.
Other Issue: Michael Dunlop equals Joey Dunlop's Isle of Man TT record Original release: Dunne congratulates Michael Dunlop on record-equalling Isle of Man TT… (opens in a new tab)
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Gildernew thanks public for support following family tragedy
Sinn Féin EU candidate for Midlands North West Michelle Gildernew thanks people across Ireland and beyond for their condolences after the death of her 21-year-old nephew in Carrick Lough, and says she will step back from campaigning.
Other Original release: Gildernew thanks public for support following family tragedy (opens in a new tab)
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Micky Murray officially installed as Belfast Lord Mayor
Alliance Balmoral Councillor Micky Murray says he has been installed as Lord Mayor of Belfast, the eighth Alliance councillor to hold the office, and thanks outgoing Lord Mayor Ryan for his term. He pledges to connect with homelessness workers, community groups, sports clubs and artists.
Local government Disability and equality Issue: Micky Murray installed as Lord Mayor of Belfast Original release: Micky Murray officially installed as Belfast Lord Mayor (opens in a new tab)
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Campbell pays tribute to Fire Service after Limavady blaze
DUP East Londonderry representative Gregory Campbell says Limavady is mostly operating as normal after a major fire the previous evening, with no injuries reported. He credits Fire Service crews for bringing the blaze under control and hopes remaining disruption is quickly resolved.
Other Issue: Limavady fire disruption and Fire Service response Original release: Campbell pays tribute to Fire Service after Limavady blaze (opens in a new tab)
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Erskine – Questions for Pat Cullen & RCN
DUP MLA Deborah Erskine says Pat Cullen of the Royal College of Nursing must answer questions over his past remarks on Northern Ireland leaving the UK, a recent RCN video featuring a candidate, and the 1989 Royal Victoria Hospital attack targeting Nigel and Diane Dodds.
Health Constitutional affairs Issue: Royal College of Nursing general election video featuring Pat Cullen Original release: Erskine – Questions for Pat Cullen & RCN (opens in a new tab)
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Election an opportunity to vote for strong leadership and positive change – Murphy
Sinn Féin Director of Elections Conor Murphy urges voters to back strong leadership and positive change in the Westminster election on 4 July. He announces Sinn Féin will not contest East Belfast, North Down, South Belfast and Lagan Valley, and encourages voters there to back progressive parties.
Other Issue: Sinn Féin not contesting four Northern Ireland constituencies at Westminster election Original release: Election an opportunity to vote for strong leadership and positive change – Murphy (opens in a new tab)
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Nursing Chief Pat Cullen seeking nomination to stand for Sinn Féin in Fermanagh South Tyrone
Sinn Féin says former Royal College of Nursing chief executive Pat Cullen will seek nomination as its candidate in the Fermanagh and South Tyrone Westminster election, with a selection convention held this week. Cullen calls for better funding for public services and rejection of Tory cuts to…