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TUV urge clarity on future of Lisnaskea PSNI Station
TUV representative Alex Elliott claims rumours within police circles say Lisnaskea PSNI Station will close by April 2027, and calls on PSNI command in Fermanagh to clarify the station's future and that of its civilian staff.
Justice and policing Issue: Rumoured closure of Lisnaskea PSNI Station Original release: TUV urge clarity on future of Lisnaskea PSNI Station (opens in a new tab)Archived copy (captured later), Internet Archive capture of 12 November 2026 (opens in a new tab)
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Minister admits he cannot give ‘absolute assurance’ men won’t get female screening invites
TUV MLA Timothy Gaston says he is deeply concerned after Health Minister Mike Nesbitt said he cannot guarantee men will not receive invitations for female-specific screening. Gaston calls for screening to be administered by biological sex and asks how many males have been invited.
Health Issue: Health Minister Nesbitt admits no assurance on male screening invitations Original release: Minister admits he cannot give ‘absolute assurance’ men won’t get female screening invites (opens in a new tab)Archived copy (captured later), Internet Archive capture of 12 November 2026 (opens in a new tab)
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Allister Calls for Local Training of Dental Hygienists to Tackle Workforce Shortages
TUV MP Jim Allister KC calls on Health Minister Mike Nesbitt to address the lack of any local university course for dental hygienists and therapists, after writing to him over workforce shortages. He asks whether the Department has assessed demand and is considering commissioning a local degree.
Health Education Issue: Lack of local dental hygienist and therapist training in Northern Ireland Original release: Allister Calls for Local Training of Dental Hygienists to Tackle Workforce Shortages (opens in a new tab)Archived copy (captured later), Internet Archive capture of 12 November 2026 (opens in a new tab)
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Robinson Writes to Irish Justice Minister Over Alarming Bail Decision
DUP Leader Gavin Robinson MP says he is writing to the Irish Justice Minister over the bail granted to a woman charged over transporting an explosive device near the border. He calls the decision alarming and asks for an explanation of the legal framework behind it.
Justice and policing Issue: Bail granted in alleged Semtex bomb plot case Original release: Robinson Writes to Irish Justice Minister Over Alarming Bail Decision (opens in a new tab)Archived copy (captured later), Internet Archive capture of 11 August 2026 (opens in a new tab)
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TUV meet PSNI to discuss concerns about Gaza march
TUV branch secretary Richard Ferguson says an Upper Bann delegation met senior PSNI officers about the 6 June pro-Gaza march, raising policing concerns, unwelcome route impacts in rural Unionist areas and offensive banners. He says the PSNI assured them the matter remains under investigation.
Justice and policing Community relations and legacy Issue: Upper Bann pro-Gaza march of 6 June policing concerns Original release: TUV meet PSNI to discuss concerns about Gaza march (opens in a new tab)Archived copy (captured later), Internet Archive capture of 12 November 2026 (opens in a new tab)
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Sinn Fein cannot condemn today's republican terrorism while…
DUP East Antrim MLA Cheryl Brownlee says a revelation about former Sinn Fein MEP Martina Anderson prioritising an IRA operation over her pregnancy is shocking, and calls on Sinn Fein to stop eulogising past terrorism and glorifying IRA figures to young republicans.
Justice and policing Community relations and legacy Issue: Martina Anderson revelation about IRA operation and pregnancy Original release: Sinn Fein cannot condemn today's republican terrorism while… (opens in a new tab)Archived copy (captured later), Internet Archive capture of 12 November 2026 (opens in a new tab)
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Vulnerable Patients Deserve Better Justice
UUP Leader Jon Burrows MLA writes to the Director of Public Prosecutions urging a review of Ciara Corvan’s sentence in the Bluestone abuse case under the Unduly Lenient Sentence Mechanism, arguing that the offence warrants custodial punishment rather than community service.
Justice and policing Health Issue: Bluestone abuse case sentencing Original release: Vulnerable Patients Deserve Better Justice (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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New maintenance strategy a significant step towards better roads – Ennis
Sinead Ennis MLA welcomes Infrastructure Minister Liz Kimmins's publication of a new road maintenance strategy, calling it a significant step towards better roads and value for the public. She says it focuses on durable fixes, latest technology and sustainability.
Infrastructure and transport Issue: Infrastructure Minister publication of new road maintenance strategy Original release: New maintenance strategy a significant step towards better roads – Ennis (opens in a new tab)Archived copy (captured later), Internet Archive capture of 12 November 2026 (opens in a new tab)
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Council must stop passing the buck on dumped car in River Lagan
Green Party Cllr Anthony Flynn says the response so far to a car dumped in the River Lagan in Lisburn has been unacceptable, and calls for its removal, agreed responsibility and a clean-up plan. The Greens, with Lagan Valley Greens, are running a petition.
Environment and climate Local government Issue: Dumped car in River Lagan near Lisburn council chamber Original release: Council must stop passing the buck on dumped car in River Lagan (opens in a new tab)Archived copy (captured later), Internet Archive capture of 9 November 2026 (opens in a new tab)
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Newtownards attacks utterly reprehensible, says Mathison
Alliance Strangford MLA Nick Mathison condemns a series of attacks in Newtownards on the night of 26 July, calling them utterly reprehensible and urging anyone with information to contact the PSNI or Crimestoppers.
Justice and policing Issue: Newtownards attacks on homes and public property, 26 July Original release: Newtownards attacks utterly reprehensible, says Mathison (opens in a new tab)Archived copy (captured later), Internet Archive capture of 12 November 2026 (opens in a new tab)
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Remove the Abandoned Car from the River Lagan
Green Party Northern Ireland calls on Lisburn & Castlereagh City Council and DfI Rivers to agree which body will remove a long-submerged car from the River Lagan and publish a removal and riverbank clean-up timetable. It says DfI Rivers has declined removal because the vehicle does not obstruct…
Environment and climate Local government Issue: Dumped car in River Lagan near Lisburn council chamber Original release: Remove the Abandoned Car from the River Lagan (opens in a new tab)Archived copy (captured later), Internet Archive capture of 5 August 2026 (opens in a new tab)
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Burrows condemns bail decision in alleged bomb plot case and will write to Irish Justice Minister
UUP Leader Jon Burrows MLA condemns the bail granted to a woman charged over alleged explosives transport bound for Northern Ireland, and says he will contact the Irish Justice Minister about the Republic's approach to republican terrorism cases.
Justice and policing Issue: Bail granted in alleged Semtex bomb plot case Original release: Burrows condemns bail decision in alleged bomb plot case and will write to Irish Justice Minister (opens in a new tab)Archived copy (captured later), Internet Archive capture of 12 August 2026 (opens in a new tab)
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Hazzard demands urgent action on e-scooter and scrambler crisis
Sinn Féin MP Chris Hazzard writes to Justice Minister Naomi Long urging a joint taskforce of the Department of Justice, PSNI and local policing partnerships, and calls for police powers, training and drone support to seize illegal high‑powered e‑scooters, e‑bikes and scramblers after a sharp rise in
Justice and policing Health Issue: Children’s Health Ireland e‑scooter injury report Original release: Hazzard demands urgent action on e-scooter and scrambler crisis (opens in a new tab)Archived copy (captured later), Internet Archive capture of 12 November 2026 (opens in a new tab)
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Matt Carthy TD responds to Garda Commissioner security briefing
Sinn Féin Justice spokesperson Matt Carthy TD responds to a Garda Commissioner security briefing on the discovery of a sizeable bomb carried by dissident republicans near Carrickmacross. He welcomes its seizure and calls on those groups to disband and pursue political means.
Justice and policing Issue: Republic of Ireland police interception of bomb allegedly destined for Northern Ireland Original release: Matt Carthy TD responds to Garda Commissioner security briefing (opens in a new tab)Archived copy (captured later), Internet Archive capture of 12 November 2026 (opens in a new tab)
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Minister must prioritise patient experience - Wilson
DUP MLA Gareth Wilson calls on the Health Minister to investigate the sharp rise in complaints across NI Health and Social Care Trusts, identify common themes and take steps to improve patient experience and restore confidence.
Health Issue: Record high complaints to NI Health and Social Care Trusts Original release: Minister must prioritise patient experience - Wilson (opens in a new tab)Archived copy (captured later), Internet Archive capture of 12 November 2026 (opens in a new tab)
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Bomb interception raises serious questions about assessment of…
DUP Leader Gavin Robinson MP says reports of a completed terrorist bomb intercepted by Republic of Ireland police, allegedly destined for Northern Ireland, are chilling and praises those involved. He questions whether the Irish Government is assessing the dissident republican threat adequately and…
Justice and policing Issue: Republic of Ireland police interception of bomb allegedly destined for Northern Ireland Original release: Bomb interception raises serious questions about assessment of… (opens in a new tab)Archived copy (captured later), Internet Archive capture of 12 November 2026 (opens in a new tab)
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Mallaghan welcomes completion of landmark new sports facility at Mid Ulster Sports Arena
Mid Ulster MP Cathal Mallaghan welcomes the completion of an eight-lane athletics track and 3G synthetic pitch at Mid Ulster Sports Arena, delivered by Mid Ulster District Council and Sport NI. He says it will support local athletes, clubs and schools.
Infrastructure and transport Local government Issue: Mid Ulster Sports Arena athletics track and 3G pitch completion Original release: Mallaghan welcomes completion of landmark new sports facility at Mid Ulster Sports Arena (opens in a new tab)Archived copy (captured later), Internet Archive capture of 12 November 2026 (opens in a new tab)
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McGrath welcomes damages ruling after journalist surveillance
SDLP Policing Board member Colin McGrath MLA welcomes an Investigatory Powers Tribunal ruling ordering £20,000 damages to journalist Vincent Kearney over unlawful surveillance by MI5 and the PSNI. He says he will raise the findings with the Chief Constable and calls for a review of PSNI-MI5…
Justice and policing Issue: Investigatory Powers Tribunal ruling in favour of journalist Vincent Kearney Original release: McGrath welcomes damages ruling after journalist surveillance (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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Eastwood: Dissidents must end futile campaign
SDLP Foyle MP Colum Eastwood calls on dissident republicans to end their violent campaign, describing a car bomb stopped by police in Monaghan, reportedly heading for Derry, as deeply concerning and futile. He commends the officers involved.
Justice and policing Issue: Republic of Ireland police interception of bomb allegedly destined for Northern Ireland Original release: Eastwood: Dissidents must end futile campaign (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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Government to Protect Regional Flights Following Lord Empey Campaign
UUP peer Lord Empey welcomes confirmation that the UK Government will take powers to safeguard regional airport slots at major hubs such as Heathrow, after his 14-year campaign. He stresses Northern Ireland's particular vulnerability to any reduction in access.
Infrastructure and transport Economy and employment Issue: UK Government powers to protect regional airport slots at hub airports Original release: Government to Protect Regional Flights Following Lord Empey Campaign (opens in a new tab)Archived copy (captured later), Internet Archive capture of 12 November 2026 (opens in a new tab)