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Heaton-Harris has the power to prevent transport strike – Kearney
Sinn Féin MLA Declan Kearney says the British Secretary of State, Chris Heaton-Harris, can end the planned 48-hour public transport strike by funding a settlement of the pay dispute, and urges him to act immediately.
Economy and employment Infrastructure and transport Issue: Public transport workers 48-hour strike pay dispute Original release: Heaton-Harris has the power to prevent transport strike – Kearney (opens in a new tab)
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Durkan: COP28 agreement on fossil fuels lacks substance
SDLP Climate Change Spokesperson Mark H Durkan says the COP28 agreement to transition away from fossil fuels lacks ambition and is weak without quantified targets. He calls for a watertight just transition plan and a corporate green levy on large companies.
Environment and climate International affairs Issue: COP28 agreement on transitioning away from fossil fuels Original release: Durkan: COP28 agreement on fossil fuels lacks substance (opens in a new tab)
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Landmark day as Housing Executive builds homes again – Hargey
Sinn Féin MLA Deirdre Hargey welcomes the Housing Executive beginning to build homes again after more than 20 years, citing the new Sunningdale Gardens development. She calls for the Assembly to be restored so the house building programme and housing legislation can continue.
Housing Issue: Housing Executive begins building homes at Sunningdale Gardens Original release: Landmark day as Housing Executive builds homes again – Hargey (opens in a new tab)
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Hanna: Euro 2028 can deliver lasting legacy
SDLP South Belfast MP Claire Hanna says Euro 2028 can leave a lasting sport legacy for Northern Ireland, calling for sub-regional stadium funding promised to local clubs to be delivered and more youth sport opportunities. She thanked the IFA after meeting it at Windsor Park alongside SDLP Leader…
Infrastructure and transport Original release: Hanna: Euro 2028 can deliver lasting legacy (opens in a new tab)
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‘Sinn Féin remain opposed to domestic water charges’ – Murphy
Sinn Féin MLA Conor Murphy says the party remains opposed to domestic water charges after the British Secretary of State forced a public consultation on them. He argues the charges would add to the cost of living and doing business, and calls for the Executive to be restored to protect households.
Public finance and taxation Economy and employment Issue: Department for Infrastructure consultation on water and sewerage charges Original release: ‘Sinn Féin remain opposed to domestic water charges’ – Murphy (opens in a new tab)
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Union Connectivity Review Delivers £5million for Northern Ireland
DUP infrastructure spokesman Phillip Brett welcomes the Government's response to the Union Connectivity Review, including almost £5million for Northern Ireland, and backs plans for Belfast-Border rail electrification and feasibility studies to reopen the Antrim-Lisburn and Portadown-Armagh lines.
Infrastructure and transport Issue: Government response to Union Connectivity Review funding for Northern Ireland Original release: Union Connectivity Review Delivers £5million for Northern Ireland (opens in a new tab)
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Councillor Kate Evans welcomes £800,000 funding for a feasibility study to reinstate railway line from Armagh City to Portadown
UUP Councillor for Craigavon Kate Evans welcomes £800,000 from the UK Transport Secretary for a feasibility study into restoring a rail link between Armagh and Portadown, arguing it would boost connectivity, tourism and jobs.
Infrastructure and transport Local government Issue: Armagh to Portadown rail link feasibility study funding Original release: Councillor Kate Evans welcomes £800,000 funding for a feasibility study to reinstate railway line from Armagh City to Portadown (opens in a new tab)
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Fall in renewable energy rates in NI extremely disappointing, says Donnelly, following DfE report
Alliance's Danny Donnelly MLA says it is extremely disappointing that renewable energy's share of electricity fell in the last year, citing a Department for the Economy report showing 47.4% renewable consumption. He calls for a functioning Executive and possible reform of Stormont's institutions…
Environment and climate Issue: Department for the Economy report on NI renewable electricity consumption 2023 Original release: Fall in renewable energy rates in NI extremely disappointing, says Donnelly, following DfE report (opens in a new tab)
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DUP will continue to stand up for NI households: Brett
DUP Infrastructure Spokesman Phillip Brett opposes the Department for Infrastructure's consultation on options for water and sewerage charges, saying households already pay through rates. He says the DUP will press the Treasury to fund Northern Ireland public services, including Northern Ireland…
Infrastructure and transport Public finance and taxation Issue: Department for Infrastructure consultation on water and sewerage charges Original release: DUP will continue to stand up for NI households: Brett (opens in a new tab)
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More investment needed in tackling homelessness in NI, says Armstrong, marking Homelessness Awareness Week
Alliance Communities spokesperson Kellie Armstrong MLA calls for investment in preventing homelessness across Northern Ireland, citing rising homelessness, a housing shortfall and heavy spending on temporary accommodation. She says a restored Executive would be the most effective action.
Housing Public finance and taxation Original release: More investment needed in tackling homelessness in NI, says Armstrong, marking Homelessness Awareness Week (opens in a new tab)
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Secretary of State should meet Unions urgently on public transport strikes says Honeyford
Alliance Transport Spokesperson David Honeyford, Lagan Valley MLA, urges the Secretary of State to meet trade unions quickly to head off further public transport strikes. He argues the Secretary of State shares responsibility for pay and conditions, citing his role in revenue-raising such as…
Infrastructure and transport Economy and employment Issue: Public transport strikes and Secretary of State meeting with unions Original release: Secretary of State should meet Unions urgently on public transport strikes says Honeyford (opens in a new tab)
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Bus and train staff deserve fair pay – Kearney
Sinn Féin MLA Declan Kearney calls for a fair pay deal for bus and train staff after Unite, SIPTU and GMB announced three pre-Christmas pickets. He says the British Secretary of State has ignored union requests to meet and urges a new, properly-funded Executive.
Economy and employment Infrastructure and transport Issue: Bus and train staff pay dispute pre-Christmas strike action Original release: Bus and train staff deserve fair pay – Kearney (opens in a new tab)
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Brooks secures cross-party support for Greenway plans
Alliance Councillor Tara Brooks says she has secured cross-party support for preliminary investigations into a proposed Blackstaff Greenway, a traffic-free route from Finaghy through Belfast city centre. She argues it would link the Royal hospital, Adelaide station and the Boucher estate.
Infrastructure and transport Local government Issue: Blackstaff Greenway preliminary investigations cross-party support Original release: Brooks secures cross-party support for Greenway plans (opens in a new tab)
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McCrossan: Decision must be taken to progress A5
SDLP West Tyrone MLA Daniel McCrossan urges that a decision on the A5 Western Transport Corridor be taken imminently, after the Department for Infrastructure confirmed it is considering the Planning Appeals Commission report and developing next steps. He calls for the project to be delivered as…
Infrastructure and transport Issue: A5 Western Transport Corridor next steps after Planning Appeals Commission report Original release: McCrossan: Decision must be taken to progress A5 (opens in a new tab)
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British government failure to engage with transport unions is unacceptable – Kearney
Sinn Féin Workers’ Rights spokesperson Declan Kearney says the British Secretary of State for the north has failed to meet SIPTU, GMB and Unite representatives over Translink staff pay, calling the neglect unacceptable and urging immediate negotiations to avert further strike action.
Infrastructure and transport Economy and employment Issue: British Secretary of State's refusal to meet transport unions Original release: British government failure to engage with transport unions is unacceptable – Kearney (opens in a new tab)
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Department of Communities dodges key questions on Casement Park
TUV leader Jim Allister says the Department for Communities failed to answer his written questions on Casement Park after the removal of its main contractor, including its role, procurement oversight, costings and business case. He calls the department's reply evasive and asks why it is avoiding…
Infrastructure and transport Public finance and taxation Issue: Casement Park main contractor removal and Department for Communities response Original release: Department of Communities dodges key questions on Casement Park (opens in a new tab)
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Working together key to tackling homelessness – Ferguson
Sinn Féin MLA Ciara Ferguson calls for a new Assembly focused on housing and an Executive delivering 100,000 social and affordable homes over 15 years, speaking at the foundation event for Homeless Connect.
Housing Original release: Working together key to tackling homelessness – Ferguson (opens in a new tab)
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Warrenpoint says ‘Enough is Enough’ to Harbour Authority – Hazzard
Sinn Féin MP Chris Hazzard says public patience has run out with Warrenpoint Harbour Authority over recurring foul smells from the Port, after meeting senior management. He welcomes an independent investigation and a forthcoming Environmental Officer, and calls for the report to be published…
Environment and climate Infrastructure and transport Issue: Warrenpoint Port foul smells independent investigation and Environmental Officer Original release: Warrenpoint says ‘Enough is Enough’ to Harbour Authority – Hazzard (opens in a new tab)
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Bus and train drivers deserve fair pay and conditions – Boylan
Sinn Féin MLA Cathal Boylan says striking Translink bus and train drivers deserve full support and solidarity for fair pay and conditions. He calls for a properly funded Executive to be restored now to protect public sector workers and services.
Economy and employment Infrastructure and transport Issue: Translink 0% pay offer Original release: Bus and train drivers deserve fair pay and conditions – Boylan (opens in a new tab)
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Translink Workers Strike
People Before Profit stands in full solidarity with Translink transport workers striking over a 0% pay increase, backing bigger, longer and more coordinated strikes and urging supporters to join pickets, fundraise and back union motions.
Economy and employment Infrastructure and transport Issue: Translink 0% pay offer Original release: Translink Workers Strike (opens in a new tab)