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Infrastructure Minister committed to tackling road deaths – Boylan
Sinn Féin MLA Cathal Boylan praises Infrastructure Minister Liz Kimmins for launching a new anti-drug-driving campaign during Road Safety Week, saying dangerous driving devastates families and that more must be done to save lives.
Infrastructure and transport Issue: Anti-drug-driving campaign launch during Road Safety Week Original release: Infrastructure Minister committed to tackling road deaths – Boylan (opens in a new tab)
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Robinson pays tribute on Armistice Day
DUP Leader Gavin Robinson MP pays tribute to those who died in war after attending an Armistice Day service at Parliament Buildings, Stormont, thanking the Speaker for a dignified event.
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Hanna commends President Higgins
SDLP Leader Claire Hanna MP praised outgoing President Michael D Higgins for his 14‑year term, highlighting his support for the underdog, arts, Irish language and Northern‑Ireland citizens, and said she will attend President‑elect Catherine Connolly’s inauguration.
Other Issue: President Michael D Higgins leaving office Original release: Hanna commends President Higgins (opens in a new tab)
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Remembering the fallen at the heart of our democracy - Robinson
DUP Leader Gavin Robinson MP says party MPs gathered at the Speaker's Garden of Remembrance at Westminster to pay tribute to fallen service members from their constituencies, and thanks the Speaker for the space.
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Communities Minister joins Hannah Scott at launch of boat funded by…
DUP Communities Minister Gordon Lyons says the £1 million Olympic Legacy Fund will boost grassroots sport as he joins Olympic gold medallist Hannah Scott at Bann Rowing Club’s boat‑naming ceremony, where her £20,000 Medallist Fund donation funded new boats.
Other Issue: Bann Rowing Club boat launch funded by Olympic Medallist Fund Original release: Communities Minister joins Hannah Scott at launch of boat funded by… (opens in a new tab)
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Mary Lou McDonald extends condolences on death of Martin Mansergh
Sinn Féin Leader Mary Lou McDonald extends condolences to the family, friends and Fianna Fáil colleagues of Martin Mansergh, recalling his role in the peace process and Good Friday Agreement negotiations.
Other Constitutional affairs Original release: Mary Lou McDonald extends condolences on death of Martin Mansergh (opens in a new tab)
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TUV congratulates Ballymoney’s Daryll Tweed on becoming IRRC Superbike Champion
TUV North Antrim MLA Timothy Gaston congratulates Ballymoney rider Daryll Tweed on winning the IRRC Superbike title, noting his Frohburg win made him the first Northern Ireland rider to take the crown. Ballymoney TUV councillor Jonathan McAuley praises the win as a boost for young riders and local…
Other Issue: Daryll Tweed wins IRRC Superbike Champion title at Frohburg Original release: TUV congratulates Ballymoney’s Daryll Tweed on becoming IRRC Superbike Champion (opens in a new tab)
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Robinson welcomes Irish Guards to Stormont
DUP Leader Gavin Robinson pays tribute to the Irish Guards during their Stormont visit, marking the regiment's 125th anniversary. He recounts its history since formation in 1900 and his recent contact with members, and notes upcoming engagements including a parade in Holywood and a Freedom of Ards…
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Statement by UUP leader Mike Nesbitt MLA on the passing of Martin Smyth
UUP leader Mike Nesbitt MLA pays tribute to Martin Smyth following his death, recalling him as an influential figure in local politics whose views mattered and who was active behind the scenes. He offers condolences to Smyth's family, friends and admirers.
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Jon Burrows signs into Stormont as the new Ulster Unionist MLA for North Antrim
Ulster Unionist MLA Jon Burrows has formally signed into Stormont as the new MLA for North Antrim, pledging to serve all constituents and be visible and accessible. He also welcomed the support of the local UUP councillors and association.
Other Issue: Jon Burrows signs into Stormont as North Antrim MLA Original release: Jon Burrows signs into Stormont as the new Ulster Unionist MLA for North Antrim (opens in a new tab)
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Alliance representatives pay tribute to former Alliance Councillor David Reid
Alliance figures including leader Naomi Long MLA, MEA Group Leader Councillor Lauren Gray and North Antrim MLA Sian Mulholland mourn David Reid, a former Braid councillor in Mid and East Antrim, who has died aged 35 after a cancer battle.
Other Local government Original release: Alliance representatives pay tribute to former Alliance Councillor David Reid (opens in a new tab)
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Hanna pays tribute to Tommy Gallagher
SDLP Leader Claire Hanna MP pays tribute to former SDLP MLA Tommy Gallagher, who served Fermanagh and South Tyrone from 1998 to 2011, describing him as a teacher, GAA figure and community champion, and offers sympathies to his family.
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TUV call for local hero’s darts triumph to be marked
TUV Braid Councillor Christopher Jamieson congratulates Daryl Gurney and Josh Rock on Northern Ireland's first World Cup of Darts title in Frankfurt. He says he will request a Mayor's reception for Rock in Broughshane on his return.
Other Issue: Northern Ireland win 2025 World Cup of Darts in Frankfurt Original release: TUV call for local hero’s darts triumph to be marked (opens in a new tab)
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Long pays tribute to former party leader Sean Neeson following his passing
Alliance Leader Naomi Long pays tribute to former party leader Sean Neeson following his death, saying Alliance has lost part of its history. She recalls his leadership from 1998 to 2001, his time as East Antrim MLA and as a Carrickfergus councillor and mayor.
Other Local government Original release: Long pays tribute to former party leader Sean Neeson following his passing (opens in a new tab)
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Long pays tribute to Sir Kenneth Bloomfield following his passing
Alliance Leader Naomi Long MLA pays tribute to Sir Kenneth Bloomfield, the late former senior civil servant, recalling his public service, his time as Victims' Commissioner, and his family's experience during the Troubles, and offers sympathy to his family.
Other Community relations and legacy Issue: Death of Sir Kenneth Bloomfield Original release: Long pays tribute to Sir Kenneth Bloomfield following his passing (opens in a new tab)
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SDLP nominates Johnston as Deputy Chair of Mid Ulster
SDLP MLA... no, Moyola councillor Denise Johnston is to be nominated by the SDLP for Deputy Chair of Mid Ulster District Council, taking up the post on 2 June. The party says she will champion victims' causes, Lough Neagh pollution and stronger road safety measures.
Local government Community relations and legacy Original release: SDLP nominates Johnston as Deputy Chair of Mid Ulster (opens in a new tab)
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Allister welcomes Wrightbus to Westminster
TUV MP Jim Allister welcomes Wrightbus's hydrogen bus display at Parliament as North Antrim MP, calls for government to prioritise UK manufacturing in zero emission bus rollout and support diesel bus conversions, and hopes Wrightbus expands into hydrogen coaches at Galgorm.
Infrastructure and transport Economy and employment Issue: Wrightbus hydrogen bus display at Parliament Original release: Allister welcomes Wrightbus to Westminster (opens in a new tab)
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Death of John Walker
TUV leader and North Antrim MP Jim Allister expresses sadness at the death of John Walker, describing him as a prominent Ballymena figure in business, and offers condolences to his family.
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Brett praises completion of Project Stratum
DUP North Belfast MLA Phillip Brett, who chairs the Economy Committee, welcomes the completion of Project Stratum, which he says was Northern Ireland's largest telecoms infrastructure project and was delivered on time and within budget. He credits DUP influence in securing funding through the…
Infrastructure and transport Issue: Project Stratum completion of rural broadband rollout Original release: Brett praises completion of Project Stratum (opens in a new tab)
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VE Day - 80 years
DUP MP Gavin Robinson marks the 80th anniversary of VE Day, honouring those who died and recalling Northern Ireland's wartime contribution, including its armed forces and industry, and pledges to protect the values they fought for.
Other International affairs Original release: VE Day - 80 years (opens in a new tab)