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The time to plan and prepare for unity is now – Kearney
Sinn Féin MLA Declan Kearney says recent election results in Wales, Scotland and England show growing demand for constitutional change and urges preparation for Irish unity. He calls on the Irish Government to set up a citizens' forum, draft a consultation paper on constitutional change and work…
Constitutional affairs Issue: Results of recent British elections in Wales, Scotland and England Original release: The time to plan and prepare for unity is now – Kearney (opens in a new tab)
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Dublin Cannot Demand Justice While Denying Victims the Truth - Frew
DUP MLA Paul Frew accuses the Irish Government of double standards on Troubles legacy, arguing Dublin lectures others on accountability while refusing full cooperation on Republic-linked cases ahead of an Assembly motion debate.
Community relations and legacy Justice and policing Issue: Assembly debate on Troubles legacy motion and Irish Government cooperation Original release: Dublin Cannot Demand Justice While Denying Victims the Truth - Frew (opens in a new tab)
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Victims of domestic violence must be properly supported when applying for social housing – Ní Chuilín
Sinn Féin MLA Carál Ní Chuilín says domestic abuse victims need proper backing when applying for social housing via the Housing Selection Scheme, and questioned the Communities Minister in the Assembly on what steps are being taken.
Housing Justice and policing Original release: Victims of domestic violence must be properly supported when applying for social housing – Ní Chuilín (opens in a new tab)
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Archibald’s claims an attempt to distract from Sinn Fein failure
DUP MLA Paul Frew dismisses Sinn Fein's Caoimhe Archibald's claims about a united Ireland as a distraction from Sinn Fein's record, citing ministerial performance on roads, jobs and the First Minister's absences.
Constitutional affairs Original release: Archibald’s claims an attempt to distract from Sinn Fein failure (opens in a new tab)
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High Court judgment another indictment of former Ombudsman
UUP leader Jon Burrows welcomes a High Court ruling that Police Ombudsman statements on RUC officers must carry a formal notice that the Ombudsman exceeded her legal powers. He calls it a significant judgment and urges reform of the Ombudsman's office.
Justice and policing Community relations and legacy Issue: Court ruling on Police Ombudsman collusion findings against retired RUC officers Original release: High Court judgment another indictment of former Ombudsman (opens in a new tab)
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O'Toole: New Ireland the only guaranteed way back into EU for NI
SDLP Leader of the Opposition Matthew O'Toole MLA says a New Ireland is the only guaranteed route for Northern Ireland back into the EU, ahead of a party motion on the issue after Reform's gains in British local elections.
Constitutional affairs International affairs Issue: SDLP Opposition Day motion on New Ireland and EU membership Original release: O'Toole: New Ireland the only guaranteed way back into EU for NI (opens in a new tab)
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Strangford Lough bridge would drive economic and social development across East Down – Hazzard
Sinn Féin MP Chris Hazzard welcomes a meeting with Infrastructure Minister Liz Kimmins, where he pressed for a study into a permanent crossing between Portaferry and Strangford. He says it could improve year-round transport, support growth across the Ards Peninsula and Lecale, and explore tidal…
Infrastructure and transport Economy and employment Issue: Strangford Lough fixed link proposal meeting with Infrastructure Minister Original release: Strangford Lough bridge would drive economic and social development across East Down – Hazzard (opens in a new tab)
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Funding crisis for victims’ groups – but over £324,000 to preserve IRA shrine at the Maze
TUV MLA Timothy Gaston says over £324,000 spent maintaining the Maze prison buildings is a scandal, given protests by victims' groups at Stormont over sector funding. He calls for the listed structures to be delisted and demolished, and questions the DUP's conduct at the Executive Office.
Public finance and taxation Community relations and legacy Issue: Maze prison buildings £324,000 maintenance spending revealed in assembly answer Original release: Funding crisis for victims’ groups – but over £324,000 to preserve IRA shrine at the Maze (opens in a new tab)
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Belfast City Council Irish Language Policy Making a Mockery of Consultation
TUV deputy leader Councillor Ron McDowell says Belfast City Council is imposing Irish street signs despite failing to reach the 15% support threshold in the consultation, calling the process an abuse of process. He claims the signage deters Unionist and Protestant residents from moving into areas…
Disability and equality Local government Issue: Belfast City Council Irish street signage decision after consultation Original release: Belfast City Council Irish Language Policy Making a Mockery of Consultation (opens in a new tab)
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Eastwood condemns sectarian graffiti on Derry landmark
SDLP MP Colum Eastwood condemns sectarian graffiti that appeared overnight on Free Derry Wall in Derry, which he says targets Bloody Sunday families. He appeals to anyone with information to contact the police.
Community relations and legacy Justice and policing Issue: Sectarian graffiti on Free Derry Wall, Derry Original release: Eastwood condemns sectarian graffiti on Derry landmark (opens in a new tab)
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Gordon Lyons and the DUP are opposed to equality, rights and respect – Mason
Sinn Féin MLA Cathy Mason accuses Communities Minister Gordon Lyons of hostility to the Irish language after his Communities Committee appearance, citing the Líofa decision, opposition to Acht Gaeilge and a stalled language strategy.
Disability and equality Issue: Gordon Lyons Communities Committee appearance on Irish language policy Original release: Gordon Lyons and the DUP are opposed to equality, rights and respect – Mason (opens in a new tab)
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Durkan: Executive must ensure Irish language strategy is delivered
SDLP Opposition Communities Spokesperson Mark H Durkan MLA calls on the Executive to make sure an Irish language strategy is brought forward, after the High Court heard the Department for Communities will not deliver it before the current Assembly mandate ends.
Disability and equality Issue: Department for Communities delay on Irish language strategy Original release: Durkan: Executive must ensure Irish language strategy is delivered (opens in a new tab)
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McCrossan: Sinn Féin incompetence has cost Strabane Athletic FC dearly
SDLP West Tyrone MLA Daniel McCrossan accuses Sinn Féin, including the Infrastructure Minister, of incompetence and delay over the Strabane Athletic FC development, claiming its land was bought by the Education Authority without the club being informed. He asks how long Sinn Féin knew and why the…
Infrastructure and transport Issue: Strabane Athletic FC development land purchase by Education Authority Original release: McCrossan: Sinn Féin incompetence has cost Strabane Athletic FC dearly (opens in a new tab)
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Latest reports on Irish Language Strategy ‘a deliberate, provocative and intolerant approach’ by Gordon Lyons – Gildernew
Sinn Féin MLA Colm Gildernew accuses Communities Minister Gordon Lyons of a deliberate, provocative and intolerant approach after reports that his department will not produce an Irish language strategy during this mandate. He says the DUP is attacking the language to win back support from hardline…
Disability and equality Issue: Department for Communities delay on Irish language strategy Original release: Latest reports on Irish Language Strategy ‘a deliberate, provocative and intolerant approach’ by Gordon Lyons – Gildernew (opens in a new tab)
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Why We Are Marching For Lough Neagh
People Before Profit calls for a mass march for Lough Neagh on Sunday 17 May, starting at The Batter Bar and ending at Ardboe High Cross, citing toxic algae blooms, pollution from intensive farming and sewage, and unsafe drinking water. It is held 40 years after a 1980s march against lignite mining.
Environment and climate Agriculture and rural affairs Original release: Why We Are Marching For Lough Neagh (opens in a new tab)
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May Review exposes serious failings at the heart of the ICRIR – Finucane
Sinn Féin MP John Finucane says the May Review exposes serious governance, leadership and operational failings at the ICRIR and undermines the British government's claim it was a credible, victim-centred approach. He calls for a HIU-style independent investigation unit and the reinstatement of…
Community relations and legacy Justice and policing Issue: Independent review of ICRIR governance and internal culture Original release: May Review exposes serious failings at the heart of the ICRIR – Finucane (opens in a new tab)
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TUV responds to King’s Speech
TUV leader Jim Allister, speaking from Westminster, says the King's Speech was surreal given the government's position, claims the PM's plans would bring the UK closer to the EU, and says the speech offered nothing new to restore confidence in the government.
Constitutional affairs International affairs Issue: King's Speech 2026 reaction from Westminster Original release: TUV responds to King’s Speech (opens in a new tab)
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Robinson reacts to King’s Speech
DUP Leader Gavin Robinson MP says the King's Speech fails to change Labour's course on tax, fuel and energy costs and regulation, and calls on the Government to set out a clear, honest plan for legacy in Northern Ireland after broken promises to repeal the Legacy Act.
Economy and employment Community relations and legacy Issue: King's Speech 2026 reaction from Westminster Original release: Robinson reacts to King’s Speech (opens in a new tab)
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RHI scandal ‘a monument to arrogance in government’ – Kearney
Sinn Féin MLA Declan Kearney welcomes the official closure of the RHI scheme, calling it a scandal that cost the public purse an estimated £500 million and damaged public trust. He accuses the DUP of arrogance and hypocrisy, citing its current conduct in the Assembly.
Environment and climate Public finance and taxation Issue: RHI scheme closure announced by Economy Minister Caoimhe Archibald Original release: RHI scandal ‘a monument to arrogance in government’ – Kearney (opens in a new tab)
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Robin Swann reacts to King’s Speech
UUP MP Robin Swann welcomes elements of the King's Speech on economic growth, energy security and defence, but questions whether the Government has the authority to deliver its 37-plus bills. He says the Troubles Bill's near absence from the speech shows its low priority and that it fails to…
Community relations and legacy Issue: King's Speech 2026 reaction from Westminster Original release: Robin Swann reacts to King’s Speech (opens in a new tab)