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Green Party statement on Parades Commission ruling
Green Party East Belfast candidate and Belfast City Council group leader Cllr Brian Smyth calls for a peaceful passage of the newly permitted restricted Orange Order parade on Garvaghy Road, urges full transparency from the Parades Commission after a court‑overturned decision, and stresses the need‑
Community relations and legacy Justice and policing Issue: Parades Commission Garvaghy Road ruling Original release: Green Party statement on Parades Commission ruling (opens in a new tab)Archived copy (captured later), Internet Archive capture of 9 November 2026 (opens in a new tab)
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March for Clean Water: Stormont
People Before Profit calls on people from across the North to join a march at Stormont on 26 September demanding urgent action on toxic algae in Lough Neagh and drinking water quality. It blames intensive agriculture, data centres and underfunding of NI Water for the pollution.
Environment and climate Original release: March for Clean Water: Stormont (opens in a new tab)Archived copy (captured later), Internet Archive capture of 10 November 2026 (opens in a new tab)
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Garvaghy Decision a Shameful Capitulation to Unionist Pressure
People Before Profit MLA Gerry Carroll criticises the Parades Commission's decision to allow an Orange Order march along Garvaghy Road this Sunday, calling it a shameful capitulation to unionist pressure. He says residents were ignored and calls on the British and Irish governments to act to stop…
Community relations and legacy Justice and policing Issue: Parades Commission Garvaghy Road ruling Original release: Garvaghy Decision a Shameful Capitulation to Unionist Pressure (opens in a new tab)Archived copy (captured later), Internet Archive capture of 3 October 2026 (opens in a new tab)
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Taoiseach needs to intervene on the Drumcree Orange Parade Immediately – Aontú
Aontú Leader Peadar Tóibín TD and Deputy Leader Gemma Brolly urge the Taoiseach to use his influence to halt the Parades Commission‑approved Drumcree Orange parade down Garvaghy Road, saying it threatens community safety and revives past violence.
Community relations and legacy Justice and policing Issue: Parades Commission Garvaghy Road ruling Original release: Taoiseach needs to intervene on the Drumcree Orange Parade Immediately – Aontú (opens in a new tab)Archived copy, Internet Archive capture of 25 September 2026 (opens in a new tab)
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Drumcree determination is a significant breakthrough – Robinson
DUP Leader Gavin Robinson MP welcomes a determination allowing Portadown District Orange Order to hold its church parade along the Garvaghy Road on Sunday, calling it a significant breakthrough after 28 years of restriction. He says the decision recognises police have no information pointing to…
Community relations and legacy Justice and policing Issue: Parades Commission Portadown District Drumcree procession notification Original release: Drumcree determination is a significant breakthrough – Robinson (opens in a new tab)Archived copy (captured later), Internet Archive capture of 10 November 2026 (opens in a new tab)
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TUV welcomes restoration of Portadown District’s human rights
TUV leader Jim Allister welcomes a Parades Commission decision to allow Portadown District Orange Order to complete its 1998 parade, saying the law has finally been applied correctly. He says the numbers and time conditions are churlish but calls for objectors to accept the lawful determination.
Community relations and legacy Justice and policing Issue: Parades Commission Portadown District Drumcree procession notification Original release: TUV welcomes restoration of Portadown District’s human rights (opens in a new tab)Archived copy (captured later), Internet Archive capture of 10 November 2026 (opens in a new tab)
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Michelle O’Neill responds to the decision to force Orange march through Garvaghy Road
Sinn Féin Leas-Uachtarán Michelle O'Neill condemns the Parades Commission's decision to permit a march by the Orange Order past Garvaghy Road this Sunday, saying it lacks any reasonable basis and that the area has known 28 years of peace. She pledges Sinn Féin's full support for residents.
Community relations and legacy Issue: Parades Commission Garvaghy Road ruling Original release: Michelle O’Neill responds to the decision to force Orange march through Garvaghy Road (opens in a new tab)Archived copy, Internet Archive capture of 25 September 2026 (opens in a new tab)
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Kearney welcomes DAERA financial mitigation for Lough Neagh fishermen
Sinn Féin MLA Declan Kearney welcomes DAERA's three-year financial support scheme for Lough Neagh fishermen during the ongoing moratorium, but says it falls short of full compensation for lost income. He calls for sustained work with the fishing cooperative, the wider fishing community and…
Agriculture and rural affairs Economy and employment Issue: DAERA three-year financial support scheme for Lough Neagh fishermen Original release: Kearney welcomes DAERA financial mitigation for Lough Neagh fishermen (opens in a new tab)Archived copy (captured later), Internet Archive capture of 10 November 2026 (opens in a new tab)
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Peadar Tóibín on Garvaghy Road: The human cost of this parade was 21 lives. The government must step in.
Aontú leader Peadar Tóibín denounces the Parades Commission's decision to allow the Orange Order to march along the nationalist Garvaghy Road at Drumcree for the first time since 1998. He calls on the Irish government to intervene with the British government, warning the parade could set back…
Community relations and legacy Justice and policing Issue: Parades Commission Garvaghy Road ruling Original release: Peadar Tóibín on Garvaghy Road: The human cost of this parade was 21 lives. The government must step in. (opens in a new tab)Archived copy (captured later), Internet Archive capture of 10 November 2026 (opens in a new tab)
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Hanna: Drumcree decision defies credible explanation
SDLP Leader Claire Hanna MP says she is shocked by the Parades Commission's decision to allow a Portadown Orange Order parade along Garvaghy Road, arguing it cannot be credibly explained given local opposition. She urges restraint and accuses the DUP of distraction tactics amid Executive failures.
Community relations and legacy Issue: Parades Commission Garvaghy Road ruling Original release: Hanna: Drumcree decision defies credible explanation (opens in a new tab)Archived copy (captured later), Internet Archive capture of 15 October 2026 (opens in a new tab)
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Ulster Unionist Party responds to Drumcree determination
UUP Leader Jon Burrows MLA urges calm and measured language before Sunday's Drumcree parade, welcoming the Parades Commission's determination permitting a restricted parade along the Garvaghy Road. He says the conditions are substantial, expresses confidence Portadown District will comply, and…
Community relations and legacy Justice and policing Issue: Parades Commission Portadown District Drumcree procession notification Original release: Ulster Unionist Party responds to Drumcree determination (opens in a new tab)Archived copy (captured later), Internet Archive capture of 9 November 2026 (opens in a new tab)
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Alliance responds to Drumcree decision
Alliance Deputy Leader Eóin Tennyson MLA responds to the Parades Commission's determination on the Drumcree parade, saying he was disappointed by the decision after arguing restrictions should stay to allow more time for mediation. He urges all concerned to act responsibly and asks the Orange…
Community relations and legacy Issue: Parades Commission Portadown District Drumcree procession notification Original release: Alliance responds to Drumcree decision (opens in a new tab)Archived copy, Internet Archive capture of 1 October 2026 (opens in a new tab)
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Carroll: Garvaghy Road Residents "Won't Take this Lying Down"
People Before Profit MLA Gerry Carroll says Garvaghy Road residents oppose the planned Orange Order march, citing nearly 4,000 petition signatures, and calls on the British and Irish governments to intervene and stop it. The party says it has written to the Parades Commission objecting to the march.
Community relations and legacy Justice and policing Issue: Orange Order application to march down Garvaghy Road Original release: Carroll: Garvaghy Road Residents "Won't Take this Lying Down" (opens in a new tab)Archived copy (captured later), Internet Archive capture of 10 November 2026 (opens in a new tab)
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Brett: Paul Butler’s record must not be erased
North Belfast DUP MLA Phillip Brett says Paul Butler should not be publicly venerated and that his criminal record must not be erased, criticising descriptions of him as a 'human rights activist' that omit his convictions, including for the 1974 murder of Reserve RUC officer John Rodgers.
Community relations and legacy Justice and policing Original release: Brett: Paul Butler’s record must not be erased (opens in a new tab)Archived copy (captured later), Internet Archive capture of 10 November 2026 (opens in a new tab)
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Mary Lou McDonald expresses deep sadness at sudden death of Pól de Buitléir
Sinn Féin Leader Mary Lou McDonald TD offers condolences after the unexpected death of former MLA Pól de Buitléir, describing him as a republican, Irish language advocate and former Lisburn councillor. She pays tribute to his community work and his support for families affected by loss.
Other Community relations and legacy Issue: Death of former Sinn Féin MLA Pól de Buitléir Original release: Mary Lou McDonald expresses deep sadness at sudden death of Pól de Buitléir (opens in a new tab)Archived copy (captured later), Internet Archive capture of 10 November 2026 (opens in a new tab)
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Maskey pays tribute to former Sinn Féin MLA Pól de Buitléir on his passing
Paul Maskey MP pays tribute to Pól de Buitléir, a former councillor and MLA, following news of his death. Maskey recalls his time as an ex-prisoner, his Lisburn council service and his years supporting victims' families.
Other Community relations and legacy Original release: Maskey pays tribute to former Sinn Féin MLA Pól de Buitléir on his passing (opens in a new tab)Archived copy, Internet Archive capture of 25 September 2026 (opens in a new tab)
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Ennis should withdraw Somme remarks, Erskine
DUP MLA Deborah Erskine calls on Sinn Féin's Sinéad Ennis to withdraw her remarks describing deputy First Minister Emma Little-Pengelly's attendance at the Somme commemorations as theatrics. Erskine says the event honoured shared sacrifice and that Committee members will keep seeking answers from…
Community relations and legacy Issue: Ennis remarks on Little-Pengelly attending Somme commemorations Original release: Ennis should withdraw Somme remarks, Erskine (opens in a new tab)Archived copy (captured later), Internet Archive capture of 10 November 2026 (opens in a new tab)
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DUP delegation presses Parades Commission for fair decision on…
DUP Leader Gavin Robinson, leading a delegation to the Parades Commission, urges a fresh and lawful assessment of Portadown District's notified Drumcree procession, arguing the Commission must give clear reasons. Carla Lockhart MP says the correct legal tests should produce a positive determination.
Community relations and legacy Justice and policing Issue: Parades Commission Portadown District Drumcree procession notification Original release: DUP delegation presses Parades Commission for fair decision on… (opens in a new tab)Archived copy, Internet Archive capture of 26 September 2026 (opens in a new tab)
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Hanna welcomes ICRIR findings on O’Kelly murder
SDLP Leader Claire Hanna MP welcomes ICRIR findings into the killing of party founder Rory O'Kelly by the Provisional IRA, and calls on the IRA to provide truth and accountability to his family. She says the SDLP will push to amend the Troubles legacy legislation so all families can access truth…
Community relations and legacy Justice and policing Issue: ICRIR findings on Rory O'Kelly killing Original release: Hanna welcomes ICRIR findings on O’Kelly murder (opens in a new tab)Archived copy (captured later), Internet Archive capture of 10 November 2026 (opens in a new tab)
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Bradshaw welcomes passage to Committee Stage of Flags & Emblems Bill
Alliance Executive Office Spokesperson Paula Bradshaw welcomes the Assembly's decision to advance her Flags and Emblems Bill to Committee Stage, arguing that the status quo on flags in public spaces is not working. She urges genuine consent in community agreement and says the Bill will allow…
Community relations and legacy Issue: Flags and Emblems Bill advances to Committee Stage at Stormont Original release: Bradshaw welcomes passage to Committee Stage of Flags & Emblems Bill (opens in a new tab)Archived copy (captured later), Internet Archive capture of 10 November 2026 (opens in a new tab)