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TUV will not be taking the knee to the Union-dismantling Protocol
TUV leader Jim Allister says unionism must stand firm and not accept a Protocol deal that keeps Northern Ireland under EU Customs Code and EU law, warning that any deal would leave it subject to foreign laws and lead to a Sinn Féin First Minister. He says TUV will not back the Protocol.
Constitutional affairs International affairs Issue: EU Windsor Framework negotiations on Northern Ireland Protocol leaks Original release: TUV will not be taking the knee to the Union-dismantling Protocol (opens in a new tab)
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Strike Wave Rallies Throughout The North
People Before Profit reports teachers, health workers and Housing Executive staff striking across the North, with seven rallies over wages and public services. It urges NIPSA to call a general strike and cites a €32 million uncollected tax gap and a windfall tax on energy firms as funding options.
Economy and employment Education Issue: February 2023 public sector strike wave and rallies across the North Original release: Strike Wave Rallies Throughout The North (opens in a new tab)
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A fair settlement on teaching pay must be arrived at – Butler
UUP Education spokesperson Robbie Butler MLA calls for a fair settlement on teachers' pay to avoid further strike action and disruption for children, families and teachers, saying pay has not kept pace with inflation.
Education Economy and employment Issue: Teachers' half-day strike on 21 February 2023 Original release: A fair settlement on teaching pay must be arrived at – Butler (opens in a new tab)
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Northern Ireland Housing Executive must ensure tenants receive value for money – Allen
UUP MLA Andy Allen objects to a 7% rise in NIHE rents, saying it hits low-income households and questioning whether past planning failures are behind it. He urges the housing body to prioritise insulation and timely maintenance, and points tenants to its Financial Inclusion Team.
Housing Economy and employment Issue: Housing Executive 7% rent increase decision February 2023 Original release: Northern Ireland Housing Executive must ensure tenants receive value for money – Allen (opens in a new tab)
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Gannon: Teachers and pupils suffering due to pay dispute
SDLP councillor Adam Gannon says teachers and pupils are suffering because a fair pay rise has not been agreed, and he joins a strike to demand fair pay and better working conditions, urging the Department of Education and employers to listen.
Education Economy and employment Issue: Teachers' half-day strike on 21 February 2023 Original release: Gannon: Teachers and pupils suffering due to pay dispute (opens in a new tab)
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SDLP to support Dáithí’s Law in Commons
SDLP says it will back Dáithí's Law when it reaches the House of Commons on Wednesday, with MPs attending to voice full support. Leader Colum Eastwood praises the MacGabhann family's campaign for the organ transplant legislation and says it should have passed Stormont earlier.
Health Issue: Dáithí's Law organ donation legislation passage at Westminster Original release: SDLP to support Dáithí’s Law in Commons (opens in a new tab)
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O’Neill congratulates Dáithí and family on ‘steadfast determination’ to pass life-saving law
Sinn Féin's Michelle O'Neill, the First Minister designate, praises campaigners for pushing Dáithí's Law through, welcoming its confirmed passage at Westminster this week as a step toward expanding organ transplant options.
Health Issue: Dáithí's Law organ donation legislation passage at Westminster Original release: O’Neill congratulates Dáithí and family on ‘steadfast determination’ to pass life-saving law (opens in a new tab)
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MacManus Calls On Minister Ryan To Ensure Addition Of Western Rail Corridor To TEN-T Network
Sinn Féin MEP Chris MacManus urges Minister Eamon Ryan to back adding the Western Rail Corridor to the EU's trans-European transport network, arguing it would unlock EU funding for reopening the line. He says the Government has no justification to keep opposing the move, ahead of an expected…
Infrastructure and transport International affairs Issue: Western Rail Corridor inclusion in EU transport network call Original release: MacManus Calls On Minister Ryan To Ensure Addition Of Western Rail Corridor To TEN-T Network (opens in a new tab)
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Jim Allister warns against constitutionally damaging deal
TUV leader Jim Allister warns that any Sunak deal with the EU must be judged on constitutional grounds, arguing that EU customs rules and single market access would alter Northern Ireland's position under the Acts of Union. He cautions unionists against accepting single market access, which he…
Constitutional affairs International affairs Issue: EU-UK Windsor Framework deal on the Northern Ireland Protocol Original release: Jim Allister warns against constitutionally damaging deal (opens in a new tab)
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To progress social justice we need political parties to work together, says Armstrong on #WorldSocialJusticeDay
Alliance Communities spokesperson Kellie Armstrong MLA calls on political parties to work together rather than put party first on World Social Justice Day, and welcomes the Independent Panel's Review of Welfare Mitigations recommendations on a Carers payment and family support.
Social security and welfare Disability and equality Original release: To progress social justice we need political parties to work together, says Armstrong on #WorldSocialJusticeDay (opens in a new tab)
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Eastwood welcomes progress on Dáithí’s Law
SDLP leader Colum Eastwood MP welcomes the UK Government's move to advance Dáithí's Law at Westminster, after an SDLP-backed amendment, and pledges his party's full support for the bill, which he says will help people awaiting organ transplants.
Health Issue: Dáithí's Law organ donation legislation passage at Westminster Original release: Eastwood welcomes progress on Dáithí’s Law (opens in a new tab)
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Toman: Lurgan job losses massive blow to area
SDLP Lurgan councillor Ciaran Toman says the possible loss of up to 200 posts at the Americold depot in Lurgan is a serious blow to the town. He says he will contact the company and its staff to seek support for those affected, and criticises the lack of a functioning Executive and Assembly.
Economy and employment Local government Issue: Americold Lurgan depot job cuts Original release: Toman: Lurgan job losses massive blow to area (opens in a new tab)
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McLaughlin welcomes new domestic abuse scheme
SDLP Justice Spokesperson Sinéad McLaughlin welcomes the piloting of the 'Ask for ANI' codeword scheme in Jobs and Benefits offices, offering private space to reach domestic abuse services. She calls for it to be rolled out quickly across the North, citing its operation in pharmacies since January…
Justice and policing Issue: Ask for ANI domestic abuse codeword scheme pilot in Jobs and Benefits offices Original release: McLaughlin welcomes new domestic abuse scheme (opens in a new tab)
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Middleton – “Londonderry should stand with the police”
DUP MLA Gary Middleton condemns the masked individuals behind an attempted vehicle hijacking on Friday night and a viable device found in the Waterside area of Londonderry, and urges anyone with information to contact police. He commends the PSNI and the Army Technical Officers for their rapid…
Justice and policing Issue: Viable device discovered in Londonderry Waterside and attempted vehicle hijacking Original release: Middleton – “Londonderry should stand with the police” (opens in a new tab)
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Sir Jeffrey - Getting it right must be the goal
DUP Leader Sir Jeffrey Donaldson says the future of Northern Ireland hinges on the Prime Minister and EU Commission President’s decisions in the coming days, warning they could deepen division or open a path to healing; he notes no final text yet, stresses further work, will test any deal against DU
Constitutional affairs International affairs Issue: Prime Minister meeting on NI protocol negotiations Original release: Sir Jeffrey - Getting it right must be the goal (opens in a new tab)
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The DUP Cannot be Allowed Hold the North to Ransom Anymore -Tóibín
Aontú Leader and Meath West TD Peadar Tóibín says speculation of a close deal on the Protocol is good news, but accuses the DUP of holding the north to ransom and calls for political institutions to be reformed so one party cannot collapse the Executive.
Constitutional affairs Economy and employment Issue: Speculation of a near deal on the Northern Ireland Protocol Original release: The DUP Cannot be Allowed Hold the North to Ransom Anymore -Tóibín (opens in a new tab)
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Cllr Doyle Welcomes Cost of Living Directory
Aontú Cllr for Ballyarnett welcomes the production of a cost of living support directory, covering advice providers, warm bank locations and support services across the district. He notes it is available online and in person at council community centres, leisure facilities and offices.
Economy and employment Local government Issue: Derry and Strabane cost of living support directory published Original release: Cllr Doyle Welcomes Cost of Living Directory (opens in a new tab)
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Nesbitt backs call from Motor Cycle Union of Ireland (Ulster Centre) for government support to save the sport from collapse
UUP MLA Mike Nesbitt backs the Motor Cycle Union of Ireland (Ulster Centre) call for government support to save motorsport events threatened by steep insurance rises. He argues public investment is justified to ensure the North West 200 goes ahead in 2023, citing its economic return and…
Economy and employment Public finance and taxation Issue: Cancellation of North West 200 motorbike racing Original release: Nesbitt backs call from Motor Cycle Union of Ireland (Ulster Centre) for government support to save the sport from collapse (opens in a new tab)
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Monaghan Row site purchase further secures future of Daisy Hill Hospital – Kimmins
Sinn Féin MLA Liz Kimmins says the Southern Trust’s purchase of the Monaghan Row office site is a positive step for Daisy Hill Hospital, allowing admin and the Medical Training Unit to move and freeing space for new diagnostic equipment such as an MRI/CT suite after power upgrades, and adds Sinn Féĭ
Health Issue: Southern Trust purchase of Monaghan Row office site Original release: Monaghan Row site purchase further secures future of Daisy Hill Hospital – Kimmins (opens in a new tab)
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‘€1 billion peace funding transformative for communities’ – Ferguson
Sinn Féin MLA Ciara Ferguson urges community groups to apply for the €1 billion EU Peace Plus funding due to open this summer, and to attend advice sessions run by the SEUPB next month.
Community relations and legacy Economy and employment Issue: EU Peace Plus funding opening for community group applications Original release: ‘€1 billion peace funding transformative for communities’ – Ferguson (opens in a new tab)