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Burnham must break with Starmer’s failed agenda - Robinson
DUP Leader Gavin Robinson MP urges Andy Burnham, newly elected Labour leader, to break decisively with the Starmer government's agenda, calling for a commitment to the Union, lower taxes, border security, restored UK internal market status for Northern Ireland and higher defence spending.
Constitutional affairs Economy and employment Issue: Andy Burnham becoming Leader of the Labour Party Original release: Burnham must break with Starmer’s failed agenda - Robinson (opens in a new tab)Archived copy (captured later), Internet Archive capture of 13 November 2026 (opens in a new tab)
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Michelle O’Neill comments on Andy Burnham becoming British Prime Minister
Sinn Féin Leas-Uachtarán Michelle O'Neill says she wishes Andy Burnham well as he becomes British Prime Minister and is ready to work constructively with him. She calls for a different approach from the British Government, criticises past policies on public services and the cost of living, and…
Constitutional affairs Economy and employment Issue: Andy Burnham becoming British Prime Minister Original release: Michelle O’Neill comments on Andy Burnham becoming British Prime Minister (opens in a new tab)Archived copy (captured later), Internet Archive capture of 13 November 2026 (opens in a new tab)
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Kyle Condemns Welsh Government’s Refusal to Recognise Northern Ireland
TUV Chairman Allister Kyle condemns the Welsh Government for refusing to confirm whether it uses the official name Northern Ireland in correspondence to Executive Ministers at Stormont Castle. He argues the Belfast Agreement recognises Northern Ireland's constitutional position and that devolution…
Constitutional affairs Issue: Welsh Government refusal to confirm use of Northern Ireland's official name Original release: Kyle Condemns Welsh Government’s Refusal to Recognise Northern Ireland (opens in a new tab)Archived copy (captured later), Internet Archive capture of 13 November 2026 (opens in a new tab)
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Burnham's first 50 days will show whether Northern Ireland sits at the top of his in-tray or the bottom
Ulster Unionist South Antrim MP Robin Swann says Andy Burnham’s first 50 days, especially his Treasury, Northern Ireland Office and Defence appointments, will shape Northern Ireland’s financial settlement, executive reform and forthcoming legislation, and urges MPs to scrutinise his agenda.
Constitutional affairs Issue: Andy Burnham becoming British Prime Minister Original release: Burnham's first 50 days will show whether Northern Ireland sits at the top of his in-tray or the bottom (opens in a new tab)Archived copy (captured later), Internet Archive capture of 15 August 2026 (opens in a new tab)
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Slashing Apprenticeship Funding is a Political Choice. Reverse the Cuts.
People Before Profit Cllr Shaun Harkin calls on the Economy Minister to reverse cuts to apprenticeship funding, arguing they will hit care workers, construction workers and international care staff and worsen health and social care recruitment and retention.
Economy and employment Education Issue: Stormont Executive apprenticeship funding cuts Original release: Slashing Apprenticeship Funding is a Political Choice. Reverse the Cuts. (opens in a new tab)Archived copy, Internet Archive capture of 23 July 2026 (opens in a new tab)
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Whyte expresses concern following North Belfast road traffic collisions.
SDLP North Belfast Councillor Carl Whyte says he is concerned after two serious crashes in north Belfast, one early in the day and one in the afternoon. He thanks emergency responders and urges witnesses and anyone with dashcam or CCTV footage to contact police.
Infrastructure and transport Issue: North Belfast road traffic collisions on 16 July 2026 Original release: Whyte expresses concern following North Belfast road traffic collisions. (opens in a new tab)Archived copy (captured later), Internet Archive capture of 8 August 2026 (opens in a new tab)
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Sorca Clarke TD commends Nikki’s walking challenge and renews call for better dual diagnosis services
Sinn Féin's Sorca Clarke TD commends advocate Nikki's walking challenge for highlighting gaps in services for people with dual diagnosis of mental ill-health and substance misuse. She says the Government rejected Sinn Féin's amendments to the Mental Health Act 2026 that would have recognised dual…
Health Disability and equality Issue: Mental Health Act 2026 dual diagnosis amendments rejected by Government Original release: Sorca Clarke TD commends Nikki’s walking challenge and renews call for better dual diagnosis services (opens in a new tab)Archived copy (captured later), Internet Archive capture of 13 November 2026 (opens in a new tab)
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McMurray shocked at fatal accident in Markethill
Alliance MLA Andrew McMurray expresses shock and sympathy after a fatal crash between a motorcycle and a lorry on Coolmillish Road in Markethill, County Armagh, and urges all road users to take extra precautions.
Infrastructure and transport Issue: Markethill fatal motorcycle and lorry collision on Coolmillish Road Original release: McMurray shocked at fatal accident in Markethill (opens in a new tab)Archived copy (captured later), Internet Archive capture of 13 November 2026 (opens in a new tab)
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Delays putting City Deals in serious jeopardy, warns Tennyson
Alliance Deputy Leader Eoin Tennyson MLA warns that delays and weak oversight threaten Northern Ireland's City Deals, citing an Audit Office report finding only 8% of funding spent and around £40 million a year at risk. He urges the Finance Minister to act urgently.
Infrastructure and transport Public finance and taxation Issue: NI Audit Office report on City Deals delays and oversight Original release: Delays putting City Deals in serious jeopardy, warns Tennyson (opens in a new tab)Archived copy (captured later), Internet Archive capture of 13 November 2026 (opens in a new tab)
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Urgent need to improve early diagnosis and treatment for lobular breast cancer – Cullen
Sinn Féin MP Pat Cullen expresses support for the Lobular Moonshot Project, calling for urgent improvements in early diagnosis and targeted treatment of lobular breast cancer, and for investment in research on the condition on the first anniversary of Dr Susan Michaelis's death.
Health Original release: Urgent need to improve early diagnosis and treatment for lobular breast cancer – Cullen (opens in a new tab)Archived copy (captured later), Internet Archive capture of 13 November 2026 (opens in a new tab)
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Tóibín: “A Citizen’s Assembly is not enough – we need a new Ireland forum now to plan for unity.”
Aontú leader Peadar Tóibín says a Citizen's Assembly on Irish unity does not go far enough and calls for a new Ireland forum now, bringing together all of political civil society to begin planning for unity. He criticises Taoiseach Micheál Martin's stance on unity.
Constitutional affairs Original release: Tóibín: “A Citizen’s Assembly is not enough – we need a new Ireland forum now to plan for unity.” (opens in a new tab)Archived copy, Internet Archive capture of 13 July 2026 (opens in a new tab)
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Extended late night buses and trains for Fleadh a positive boost for Belfast – Donnelly
Sinn Féin Cllr Róis-Máire Donnelly welcomes Infrastructure Minister Liz Kimmins's announcement of enhanced late-night buses and trains on key dates during Fleadh Cheoil na hÉireann. She says the services will help visitors and locals travel safely and will boost Belfast's night-time economy.
Infrastructure and transport Issue: Late-night buses and trains for Fleadh Cheoil na hÉireann Original release: Extended late night buses and trains for Fleadh a positive boost for Belfast – Donnelly (opens in a new tab)Archived copy (captured later), Internet Archive capture of 13 November 2026 (opens in a new tab)
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Cullen calls for immediate and unconditional release of Dr. Hussam Abu Safiya
Sinn Féin MP Pat Cullen calls for the immediate, unconditional release of Palestinian surgeon Hussam Abu Safiya, held without charge since December 2024, warning his life is at grave risk and urging an independent medical assessment.
International affairs Health Original release: Cullen calls for immediate and unconditional release of Dr. Hussam Abu Safiya (opens in a new tab)Archived copy (captured later), Internet Archive capture of 13 November 2026 (opens in a new tab)
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Mary Lou’s Gerry Adams Reference Insults Victims of IRA Terror
TUV South Antrim candidate Mel Lucas condemns Mary Lou McDonald for evoking Gerry Adams's "they haven't gone away" remarks about the IRA in describing her vision for the future, saying it insults IRA victims and exposes the sham of an agreed Ireland.
Constitutional affairs Community relations and legacy Issue: Mary Lou McDonald invoking Gerry Adams's IRA remarks in future vision speech Original release: Mary Lou’s Gerry Adams Reference Insults Victims of IRA Terror (opens in a new tab)Archived copy (captured later), Internet Archive capture of 13 November 2026 (opens in a new tab)
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Another Sinn Fein stunt - McIlveen
DUP Deputy Leader Michelle McIlveen MLA criticises Sinn Fein's latest Irish unity Bill as a distraction, saying the Irish Government opposes it and that Sinn Fein's claim Irish unity is inevitable lacks credibility. She says the party will focus on public services and the economy instead.
Constitutional affairs Economy and employment Issue: Sinn Fein Irish unity Bill introduced at Stormont Original release: Another Sinn Fein stunt - McIlveen (opens in a new tab)Archived copy (captured later), Internet Archive capture of 13 November 2026 (opens in a new tab)
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SDLP secures council support for restoring emergency general surgery to SWAH
SDLP secured Fermanagh and Omagh District Council backing for a motion urging Health Minister Mike Nesbitt to set a timetable to restore emergency general surgery at South West Acute Hospital, citing patient hardship and calling for political will.
Health Local government Issue: Restoring emergency general surgery at South West Acute Hospital Original release: SDLP secures council support for restoring emergency general surgery to SWAH (opens in a new tab)Archived copy (captured later), Internet Archive capture of 8 August 2026 (opens in a new tab)
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McNulty: Translink savings plans will hit young people and economy
SDLP Opposition Infrastructure Spokesperson Justin McNulty MLA says Translink's proposed cuts to youth discounts and late-night services would hurt young people, local hospitality businesses and the wider economy, and calls them the wrong direction for public transport.
Infrastructure and transport Economy and employment Issue: Translink public consultation on cost-saving measures including youth discounts and late-night services Original release: McNulty: Translink savings plans will hit young people and economy (opens in a new tab)Archived copy (captured later), Internet Archive capture of 8 August 2026 (opens in a new tab)
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Reunification: A New Deal for The People of Ireland – Mary Lou McDonald
Sinn Féin leader Mary Lou McDonald, in a Dáil speech on the Planning for Constitutional Change Bill 2026, says the Bill would be the first legislation directing government to plan for a United Ireland, requiring the Taoiseach to publish a Green Paper and establish an All-Ireland Citizens' Assembly.
Constitutional affairs Economy and employment Issue: Planning for Constitutional Change Bill 2026 Dáil debate Original release: Reunification: A New Deal for The People of Ireland – Mary Lou McDonald (opens in a new tab)Archived copy (captured later), Internet Archive capture of 13 November 2026 (opens in a new tab)
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Fund North Sea Energy, Not Sun-Dimming Projects: Lockhart
DUP MP Carla Lockhart calls on the Government to direct funding towards North Sea energy and practical help for families and businesses facing high energy bills, rather than solar geoengineering projects, after a government-funded agency allocated £50m in grants for them.
Economy and employment Environment and climate Issue: Government-funded agency £50m solar geoengineering grants Original release: Fund North Sea Energy, Not Sun-Dimming Projects: Lockhart (opens in a new tab)Archived copy, Internet Archive capture of 7 July 2026 (opens in a new tab)
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Protocol parcels charge begins to bite
TUV's Keith Ratcliffe, a councillor and Newry and Armagh candidate, says a local firm now faces a £35 delivery charge on GB parts after a new EU duty on low-value parcels began. He blames the Irish Sea border and the Donaldson Deal for rising costs.
Constitutional affairs Economy and employment Issue: New EU customs duty and ferry emissions charges from 1 July 2026 Original release: Protocol parcels charge begins to bite (opens in a new tab)Archived copy (captured later), Internet Archive capture of 13 November 2026 (opens in a new tab)