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Politics will continue to be stuck in Groundhog Day unless reforms to institutions happen, say Alliance MLAs
Alliance MLAs Patrick Brown and Kate Nicholl say politics will stay stuck in a repeating cycle unless institutional reforms are made, after a failed attempt to elect an Assembly Speaker. Brown calls for reforms so the institutions cannot be held hostage when parties refuse to take part, and…
Constitutional affairs Issue: Failed attempt to elect Assembly Speaker, August 2022 Original release: Politics will continue to be stuck in Groundhog Day unless reforms to institutions happen, say Alliance MLAs (opens in a new tab)
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Sir Jeffrey - "we need less grandstanding and more focus on resolving…
DUP Leader Sir Jeffrey Donaldson MP says a recall of the Assembly, backed by pro-protocol parties, is a stunt showing disregard for unionists and power sharing. He argues it is about grandstanding rather than resolving problems with the Northern Ireland Protocol.
Constitutional affairs International affairs Issue: Assembly recall petition supported by pro-protocol parties, August 2022 Original release: Sir Jeffrey - "we need less grandstanding and more focus on resolving… (opens in a new tab)
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Jim Allister’s tribute to Lord Trimble in the Assembly and noting the political lessons to be learned in respect of the failed Belfast Agreement
TUV leader Jim Allister pays tribute to Lord Trimble, recalling him as a university lecturer and praising his family ties, while stating he disagreed with Trimble over the Belfast Agreement, which he calls built on prisoner releases and a process of ever-constant concessions.
Constitutional affairs Original release: Jim Allister’s tribute to Lord Trimble in the Assembly and noting the political lessons to be learned in respect of the failed Belfast Agreement (opens in a new tab)
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O’Toole challenges DUP to get back to work
SDLP Leader of the Opposition Matthew O'Toole MLA challenges the DUP to return to Stormont work as the Assembly is recalled from summer recess, arguing that the Northern Ireland Protocol Bill's passage removes its excuse for blocking cost of living support.
Economy and employment Constitutional affairs Issue: SDLP Assembly recall petition as Northern Ireland Protocol Bill passes Commons third reading Original release: O’Toole challenges DUP to get back to work (opens in a new tab)
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Armstrong calls for speed limit review following road death
Alliance MLA Kellie Armstrong calls for a review of the speed limit on the Portaferry Road at Newtownards after a motorcyclist was killed, urging the Department for Infrastructure to reduce the limit and add measures to improve driver awareness.
Infrastructure and transport Issue: Portaferry Road Newtownards motorcycle crash fatality Original release: Armstrong calls for speed limit review following road death (opens in a new tab)
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O’Toole: Trimble’s role in securing peace will not be forgotten
SDLP Leader of the Opposition Matthew O'Toole says former UUP leader and First Minister David Trimble will be remembered for his vision and leadership in reaching the 1998 peace deal, and that his place in history is secure. He offers sympathy to the family ahead of Monday's funeral.
Constitutional affairs Community relations and legacy Original release: O’Toole: Trimble’s role in securing peace will not be forgotten (opens in a new tab)
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Mathison expresses sympathies following road death and reiterates call for safety measures
Alliance Strangford MLA Nick Mathison offers sympathy after a man in his 30s died in a motorcycle crash on the Portaferry Road in Newtownards, and calls on the Department for Infrastructure to reassess the speed limit on the stretch of road, which he says is unsafe for residents, pedestrians and…
Infrastructure and transport Issue: Portaferry Road Newtownards motorcycle crash fatality Original release: Mathison expresses sympathies following road death and reiterates call for safety measures (opens in a new tab)
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McLaughlin shows support for BT and Openreach strike
SDLP Foyle MLA Sinéad McLaughlin backs BT and Openreach workers on strike, having visited the CWU picket line in Derry, and urges BT to return to talks with unions over a pay rise amid a rejected pay offer.
Economy and employment Infrastructure and transport Issue: BT and Openreach CWU strike over pay offer Original release: McLaughlin shows support for BT and Openreach strike (opens in a new tab)
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Jim Nicholson pays tribute to Lord Trimble
Former UUP MEP Jim Nicholson pays tribute to Lord Trimble, saying his strength and determination were crucial in moving Northern Ireland forward and that history will judge him kindly. He also offers sympathies to Trimble's family.
Constitutional affairs Original release: Jim Nicholson pays tribute to Lord Trimble (opens in a new tab)
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Latest polling vindicates the case for a Citizens’ Assembly on constitutional change – Kearney
Sinn Féin National Chairperson Declan Kearney says a latest Irish Studies–University of Liverpool/Irish News poll shows rising support for a unity referendum, and urges an all-island Citizens' Assembly on constitutional change.
Constitutional affairs Issue: Irish Studies–University of Liverpool/Irish News poll on Irish unity support Original release: Latest polling vindicates the case for a Citizens’ Assembly on constitutional change – Kearney (opens in a new tab)
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Protocol’s economic impact of ‘feast or famine’ must be brought to an end – Aiken
UUP Finance Spokesperson Steve Aiken MLA urges the UK Government and EU to act on a House of Lords sub-committee report on the Protocol and to include local parties in negotiating workable solutions. He says Protocol trade effects are a feast-or-famine issue and backs making current grace periods…
Economy and employment International affairs Issue: House of Lords Sub-Committee report on the Northern Ireland Protocol Original release: Protocol’s economic impact of ‘feast or famine’ must be brought to an end – Aiken (opens in a new tab)
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Northern Ireland still lagging behind on electric vehicle charging provision, says Muir
Alliance MLA Andrew Muir says Northern Ireland is lagging behind on electric vehicle charging after the Department for Infrastructure confirmed it is still only in discussions with other departments. He calls on the Infrastructure Minister to set out how DFI will meet impending EU-derived minimum…
Infrastructure and transport Environment and climate Issue: DFI response on electric vehicle charging provision discussions Original release: Northern Ireland still lagging behind on electric vehicle charging provision, says Muir (opens in a new tab)
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Mary Lou McDonald meets with Australian Foreign Minister Penny Wong
Sinn Féin leader Mary Lou McDonald says she met Australian Foreign Minister Penny Wong in Canberra to discuss Brexit, the Irish Protocol and the Good Friday Agreement, and to press for preparation for a united Ireland. She also reports a series of other meetings during her Australian visit.
Constitutional affairs International affairs Original release: Mary Lou McDonald meets with Australian Foreign Minister Penny Wong (opens in a new tab)
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The passing of David Trimble is an immense loss to Unionism – Ulster Unionist Party Chair
UUP Chair Councillor Jill Macauley pays tribute to former leader Lord Trimble, calling him a brave, truthful politician whose leadership helped bring peace, and offers sympathies to his family after his death.
Other Constitutional affairs Original release: The passing of David Trimble is an immense loss to Unionism – Ulster Unionist Party Chair (opens in a new tab)
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Adams extends solidarity to family of David Trimble
Former Sinn Fein leader Gerry Adams says he deeply regrets the passing of former UUP leader David Trimble, who also served as First Minister, offering sincere condolences to Daphne Trimble, their children and the wider family, and praising Trimble’s role in the Good Friday Agreement and the peace it
Constitutional affairs Community relations and legacy Issue: Death of former First Minister David Trimble Original release: Adams extends solidarity to family of David Trimble (opens in a new tab)
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O’Neill expresses condolences at death of David Trimble
Sinn Féin Vice-President Michelle O'Neill offers sympathy to the family of former First Minister David Trimble, who led the UUP, and credits him with a significant contribution to the peace process and the Good Friday Agreement.
Other Constitutional affairs Original release: O’Neill expresses condolences at death of David Trimble (opens in a new tab)
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Sir Jeffrey pays tribute to Lord Trimble
DUP Leader Sir Jeffrey Donaldson pays tribute to former UUP Leader Lord Trimble following his death, praising his advocacy for the Union during the Troubles and his opposition to the Northern Ireland Protocol. He sends sympathy to Lord Trimble's family.
Constitutional affairs Original release: Sir Jeffrey pays tribute to Lord Trimble (opens in a new tab)
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TUV expresses sympathy on the death of Lord Trimble
TUV leader Jim Allister expresses sadness at the death of Lord David Trimble and offers condolences to Lady Trimble and the family. He recalls that the two disagreed over the Belfast Agreement but shared a determination to challenge the Protocol in the Judicial Review.
Constitutional affairs Original release: TUV expresses sympathy on the death of Lord Trimble (opens in a new tab)
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Beattie pays tribute to Lord Trimble
UUP Leader Doug Beattie MC MLA pays tribute to Lord Trimble, saying his courage and vision in pursuing peace will be remembered, and extends sympathies to his family following his death.
Other Constitutional affairs Original release: Beattie pays tribute to Lord Trimble (opens in a new tab)
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Lord Empey pays tribute to Lord Trimble
UUP leader Lord Empey pays tribute to the late Lord Trimble, describing him as a major figure in Northern Ireland politics whose work on the 1998 peace deal he says was vindicated over time, despite fierce criticism.
Constitutional affairs Community relations and legacy Original release: Lord Empey pays tribute to Lord Trimble (opens in a new tab)