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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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Is nothing safe from EU madness – now, Smoky Bacon crisps banned
TUV leader Jim Allister says EU plans to ban smoke flavourings in crisps would stop Tayto producing Smoky Bacon crisps at Tandragee while GB factories could continue, blaming the Protocol and the Government's deal with the DUP.
Constitutional affairs International affairs Issue: EU proposal to ban smoke flavourings in crisps Original release: Is nothing safe from EU madness – now, Smoky Bacon crisps banned (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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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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Speech by Jim Allister at launch of TUV/Reform UK campaign
TUV leader Jim Allister, speaking at the launch of the TUV/Reform UK campaign, says the DUP lied to voters about the DUP-Donaldson Deal and calls for unionists to back TUV/Reform UK in the 4 July election. He also says TUV will not contest Upper Bann or Fermanagh & South Tyrone.
Constitutional affairs International affairs Issue: TUV/Reform UK general election campaign launch Original release: Speech by Jim Allister at launch of TUV/Reform UK campaign (opens in a new tab)
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Irish Unity will strengthen the Economy – Doherty
Constitutional affairs Economy and employment Issue: Sinn Féin 'Irish Unity and the All Island Economy' conference, Europa Hotel Original release: Irish Unity will strengthen the Economy – Doherty (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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Launch of 2024 General Election Campaign
DUP Leader Gavin Robinson launched the 2024 General Election campaign in Lisburn, unveiling a slate of DUP candidates for constituencies such as East Londonderry, East Antrim, Strangford and others, and pledged to promote the Union and work for prosperity in Northern Ireland.
Constitutional affairs Issue: 2024 General Election campaign launch Original release: Launch of 2024 General Election Campaign (opens in a new tab)
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People of North Down need clarity over where candidates stand, following DUP deal comments, says Farry
Alliance leader Stephen Farry says North Down's General Election candidates must clarify their stance on DUP leader Gavin Robinson's comments that the UK Government deal to restore the Assembly and Executive had been oversold. He criticises the DUP for reviving Brexit debates and calls on Alex…
Constitutional affairs Issue: DUP leader Gavin Robinson comments on Stormont restoration deal Original release: People of North Down need clarity over where candidates stand, following DUP deal comments, says Farry (opens in a new tab)
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Seems TUV was right all along – the Irish Sea border is not gone, as DUP claimed
TUV leader Jim Allister says the DUP's Donaldson Deal has not changed the substance of the Protocol, with the Irish Sea border, EU law and economic alignment remaining, and accuses the DUP of misleading voters over its claims and its latest promises.
Constitutional affairs International affairs Issue: DUP Donaldson Deal claims on the Irish Sea border Original release: Seems TUV was right all along – the Irish Sea border is not gone, as DUP claimed (opens in a new tab)
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Freeman of Lisburn City endorses Buckley
The DUP publishes a statement from Jim Dillon MBE, a former Ulster Unionist councillor and Freeman of Lisburn City, endorsing Jonathan Buckley as the next MP for Lagan Valley and pledging to campaign with him. Buckley responds welcoming the endorsement.
Constitutional affairs Original release: Freeman of Lisburn City endorses Buckley (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…
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Policy, not words, is what matters
TUV councillor Matthew Warwick says speculation that the DUP leader will "pivot" on the Donaldson Deal means nothing unless policy changes, and calls on the DUP to quit the Protocol implementing executive if it is serious about the Protocol.
Constitutional affairs International affairs Issue: Speculation over DUP leader's position on the Donaldson Deal Original release: Policy, not words, is what matters (opens in a new tab)
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You can’t strengthen the Union by dividing the United Kingdom
TUV vice chairman Allister Kyle accuses DUP MLA Gregory Campbell of ignoring Unionist division and the Protocol's effects, including the High Court ruling on migrants, suspended Article Six and new border posts. He says the DUP's own past stance on the Sea Border has changed.
Constitutional affairs International affairs Original release: You can’t strengthen the Union by dividing the United Kingdom (opens in a new tab)
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You can’t strengthen the Union whilst degrading unionism from within:…
DUP MP Gregory Campbell says campaigning to strengthen the Union while attacking unionism is pointless, responding to Reform UK's Ben Habib's stated aim to "dispose" of the DUP. Campbell argues Habib's comments would remove pro-Union representation in Parliament.
Constitutional affairs Issue: Ben Habib's remarks about wanting to dispose of the DUP Original release: You can’t strengthen the Union whilst degrading unionism from within:… (opens in a new tab)
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Molloy condemns disgraceful racist vandalism in Cookstown
Sinn Féin MP Francie Molloy condemns racist vandalism in Cookstown over the weekend, including swastika displays and derogatory graffiti, saying such behaviour has no place in the community and hoping those responsible are found.
Community relations and legacy Disability and equality Issue: Cookstown racist vandalism including swastikas and graffiti Original release: Molloy condemns disgraceful racist vandalism in Cookstown (opens in a new tab)