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Long pays tribute to Pope Francis
Alliance Leader Naomi Long MLA pays tribute to Pope Francis following the Vatican's announcement of his death at age 88. She says he was an advocate for peace, freedom and democracy, and cites his work on social justice and climate change.
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Colm Bryce RIP 2025
People Before Profit members across Ireland mourn the death of Colm Bryce, a lifelong socialist from Derry, and councillor Shaun Harkin pays tribute to his decades of organising, writing and political education.
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TUV congratulates McIlroy on Grand Slam success
TUV leader Jim Allister congratulates Rory McIlroy on completing the grand slam of golfing titles with his Masters victory. He calls on Stormont to organise a suitable homecoming celebration and to use the success to inspire local young people.
Other Issue: Rory McIlroy wins Masters to complete golf grand slam Original release: TUV congratulates McIlroy on Grand Slam success (opens in a new tab)
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McAteer honoured to host Inspire Awards 2025
Alliance's Fiona McAteer, High Sheriff of Belfast, says she is honoured to host the Inspire Awards at Belfast City Hall, recognising young people from East Belfast, and thanks youth workers and community groups for their support.
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Watoto Children’s Choir from Uganda visit Parliament Buildings
The DUP shares photographs of its representatives posing with the Watoto Children's Choir from Uganda, who sang in the Great Hall at Parliament Buildings during a UK tour of Northern Ireland before returning home.
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Statement from DUP Leader Gavin Robinson MP on the passing of Beth…
The DUP's leader Gavin Robinson MP pays tribute to the late Beth Adger MBE, describing her as a dedicated councillor for the Braid area and Mid and East Antrim who served as Deputy Mayor and Mayor. He extends sympathy to her family.
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Paying tribute to the last of 'The Few'
Deputy First Minister Emma Little Pengelly honoured John ‘Paddy’ Hemmingway, the final surviving Battle of Britain pilot, following his death at age 105.
Other Issue: Death of John ‘Paddy’ Hemmingway, last Battle of Britain pilot Original release: Paying tribute to the last of 'The Few' (opens in a new tab)
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Statement from DUP Chairman Lord Morrow
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“We have lost a great patriot who lived his life for the freedom and unity of Ireland”
Sinn Féin Leader Mary Lou McDonald sends condolences after the death of Bik McFarlane, describing him as a lifelong republican and a key figure in the H-Blocks and the peace process. She pays tribute to his music and extends sympathy to his family.
Other Constitutional affairs Original release: “We have lost a great patriot who lived his life for the freedom and unity of Ireland” (opens in a new tab)
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Statement from Gerry Kelly on death of Brendan ‘Bik’ McFarlane
Sinn Féin MLA Gerry Kelly offers condolences on the death of Brendan 'Bik' McFarlane, a long-standing republican he describes as a friend and comrade who died after a brief illness. Funeral arrangements are yet to be announced.
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Hanna pays tribute to Bríd Rodgers on 90th birthday
SDLP leader Claire Hanna MP marks 90th birthday of party president Bríd Rodgers, praising her as an inspiration and recognising her role in the civil rights movement, the Good Friday Agreement and early Stormont Executive. A birthday event in her honour is due in Derry.
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McAteer names Eastside Greenways one of High Sheriff charities
Alliance Councillor Fiona McAteer, now High Sheriff of Belfast, says she will support Eastside Greenways during her term, praising its work on the Connswater Community Greenway in east Belfast.
Environment and climate Local government Original release: McAteer names Eastside Greenways one of High Sheriff charities (opens in a new tab)
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Congratulations to Andy Allen at the Invictus Games
UUP Leader Mike Nesbitt MLA congratulates Andy Allen, his colleague, on winning four medals at the Invictus Games in Whistler, and says he has asked the Speaker to host a welcome home event for him.
Other Disability and equality Issue: Andy Allen Invictus Games medals in Whistler Original release: Congratulations to Andy Allen at the Invictus Games (opens in a new tab)
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Reilly expresses condolences following passing of John Cooney
Sinn Féin MLA Aisling Reilly offers sympathy to the family, partner and friends of boxer John Cooney, 28, after his death following a brain haemorrhage during a title defence in the Ulster Hall. She also pays tribute to staff at the Royal Victoria Hospital who tried to save him.
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Ulster Unionists pay tribute to former Councillor Jim Montgomery
UUP leader Mike Nesbitt, South Antrim MP Robin Swann and South Antrim MLA Steve Aiken pay tribute to Jim Montgomery, a former local councillor and mayor, describing him as fair, selfless and a highly respected figure in Antrim. They extend condolences to his family.
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Death of Jason McKay following incident with generator
TUV vice chairman Councillor Allister Kyle expresses devastation at the death of Jason McKay, recalling him as a dedicated Orange Order member, hard worker and family man, and offers thoughts and prayers to his family and friends.
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Hanna pays tribute to Michael Longley
SDLP Leader Claire Hanna MP pays tribute to poet Michael Longley following his death, describing him as Northern Ireland's greatest living poet and recalling her 2015 nomination of him for the Freedom of Belfast.
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Condolences on the passing of President J Carter from the Alliance Party of Northern Ireland.
Alliance leader Naomi Long MLA offers condolences to the family of former US President Jimmy Carter, praising his peacebuilding and humanitarian record, including his 1977 intervention that began American involvement in the Northern Ireland peace process.
Other International affairs Original release: Condolences on the passing of President J Carter from the Alliance Party of Northern Ireland. (opens in a new tab)
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Ted Howell was a patriot whose contribution to Irish Republicanism will endure for generations to come – Mary Lou McDonald TD
Sinn Féin Leader Mary Lou McDonald TD expresses condolences on the death of Sinn Féin strategist Ted Howell, describing him as a valued political strategist, adviser and friend who played a significant role in the peace process.
Other Constitutional affairs Original release: Ted Howell was a patriot whose contribution to Irish Republicanism will endure for generations to come – Mary Lou McDonald TD (opens in a new tab)
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Statement from Gerry Adams on the death of Ted Howell
Former Sinn Féin President Gerry Adams pays tribute to Ted Howell, describing him as a longstanding friend and a figure in republican strategy, peace policy and international outreach, and offers condolences to his family.
Other International affairs Original release: Statement from Gerry Adams on the death of Ted Howell (opens in a new tab)