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Glorification of IRA terrorism still prominent in Mid Ulster
Traditional Unionist Voice condemns the display of IRA regalia at the funeral of convicted terrorist Noel Quinn in Clonoe, saying there is no room for glorifying terrorism and criticising Sinn Féin and the First Minister.
Justice and policing Community relations and legacy Issue: Funeral of convicted IRA terrorist Noel Quinn in Clonoe Original release: Glorification of IRA terrorism still prominent in Mid UlsterArchived copy, Internet Archive capture of 8 November 2026
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8 Years 9 Months wait for urgent dermatology appointment in Northern Trust
North Antrim MP Jim Allister says his constituents are being failed by the Northern Trust after a case revealed an 8‑year‑9‑month wait for an ‘urgent’ dermatology appointment, calling it a catastrophic failure and pledging to press the Trust’s CEO on the issue.
Health Issue: Northern Trust dermatology service wait times criticism Original release: 8 Years 9 Months wait for urgent dermatology appointment in Northern TrustArchived copy, Internet Archive capture of 8 November 2026
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Chief Constable’s clarification changes a word, not the substance: PIRA’s stance should not shape policing
TUV leader Jim Allister says the Chief Constable's clarification does not change the fact that the PIRA's stance shaped policing at Drumcree.
Justice and policing Community relations and legacy Issue: Drumcree policing assessment controversy Original release: Chief Constable’s clarification changes a word, not the substance: PIRA’s stance should not shape policingArchived copy, Internet Archive capture of 8 November 2026
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Stewart Dickson and Danny Donnelly selected as Alliance East Antrim Assembly candidates
Alliance Party selects Stewart Dickson and Danny Donnelly as its East Antrim Assembly candidates, urging progressive voters to retain the two cross‑community MLAs and pledging to deliver a shared, inclusive society for the constituency.
Community relations and legacy Health Issue: Alliance selects East Antrim Assembly candidates Original release: Stewart Dickson and Danny Donnelly selected as Alliance East Antrim Assembly candidates
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Collapse of maternity services at Daisy Hill a result of failure to act with urgency, says Danny Donnelly MLA
Alliance MLA Danny Donnelly says the collapse of maternity services at Daisy Hill is a result of failure to act with urgency. He calls for the Minister to restore full services as soon as possible.
Health Issue: Daisy Hill Hospital maternity services suspension Original release: Collapse of maternity services at Daisy Hill a result of failure to act with urgency, says Danny Donnelly MLA
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Cllr Anna Henry welcomes £1.95 million investment in endometriosis services
TUV Cllr Anna Henry welcomes £1.95 million investment in Northern Ireland's endometriosis services.
Health Disability and equality Issue: £1.95 million investment in endometriosis services announced Original release: Cllr Anna Henry welcomes £1.95 million investment in endometriosis services
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Bradshaw condemns DUP gaslighting over Flags Bill
Alliance MLA Bradshaw says the DUP is gaslighting families over the Flags Bill by attempting to filibuster it through an extended Committee Stage.
Community relations and legacy Justice and policing Issue: DUP attempt to filibuster Flags Bill in Assembly Committee Stage Original release: Bradshaw condemns DUP gaslighting over Flags Bill
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Attacks on Rasharkin Orange Hall
TUV North Antrim MP Jim Allister welcomes Rasharkin Chosen Few speaking out on the long series of attacks on Rasharkin Orange Hall, including IRA graffiti, and says the legacy of terrorism remains unacceptable. He calls for the PSNI’s action plan to be rigorously scrutinised and for equal protection
Justice and policing Community relations and legacy Issue: Rasharkin attacks Original release: Attacks on Rasharkin Orange Hall
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Egan welcomes Bail Support Pilot for women
Alliance MLA Egan welcomes Minister Long's announcement of a bail support pilot for women on remand, saying it recognises their complex mental health, addiction and abuse issues and provides early intervention to improve outcomes for women, families and community safety.
Justice and policing Disability and equality Issue: Bail Support Pilot announcement Original release: Egan welcomes Bail Support Pilot for women
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TUV reacts to Drumcree Court ruling
TUV leader Jim Allister says the Drumcree court ruling fails to address the influence of ‘PIRA feelings’ on policing, condemns the Secretary of State for undermining the rule of law and warns it may encourage further mob rule in Portadown.
Justice and policing Community relations and legacy Issue: Drumcree parade ban High Court judgment Original release: TUV reacts to Drumcree Court ruling
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Dervock shooting
Traditional Unionist Voice MP Jim Allister says the night‑time shooting and assault in Dervock, where a man was shot in the leg and struck with iron bars, is appalling and calls for rigorous police action to hold the perpetrators to account.
Justice and policing Issue: Dervock shooting Original release: Dervock shooting
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Allister: West Tyrone Can Vote for Strength, Not Weakness
Jim Allister MP says the party will offer West Tyrone voters a chance to vote for strength, not weakness. He criticises the DUP's response to recent events in Portadown.
Justice and policing Community relations and legacy Issue: Portadown policing controversy Original release: Allister: West Tyrone Can Vote for Strength, Not Weakness
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John Blair selected as Alliance South Antrim Assembly candidate
The party's South Antrim Assembly candidate John Blair outlines his priorities and campaign message.
Economy and employment Health Original release: John Blair selected as Alliance South Antrim Assembly candidate
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Surprise, surprise PIRA not a benign spectator
The party leader Jim Allister expresses concern about undisclosed intelligence on PIRA. He believes it shows PIRA's involvement was malevolent.
Justice and policing Issue: PSNI's undisclosed intelligence on PIRA's malevolent involvement Original release: Surprise, surprise PIRA not a benign spectator
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Green Party statement on Parades Commission ruling
The party's Cllr Brian Smyth comments on the Parades Commission ruling, calling for a peaceful Orange Order parade. He also seeks transparency in the Commission's decision-making process.
Community relations and legacy Justice and policing Issue: Parades Commission Garvaghy Road ruling Original release: Green Party statement on Parades Commission ruling
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Green councillor Anthony Flynn pledges clean water and better transport in North Down Assembly bid
The party announces Councillor Anthony Flynn as its North Down candidate, pledging to protect the environment and improve public services. Flynn will focus on clean water and better transport.
Environment and climate Infrastructure and transport Original release: Green councillor Anthony Flynn pledges clean water and better transport in North Down Assembly bid
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Green Party Councillor Shares Breast Cancer Diagnosis to Raise Awareness and Urge Early Detection
Councillor Lauren Kendall shares her breast cancer diagnosis to raise awareness and encourage early detection.
Health Issue: Councillor Lauren Kendall's breast cancer diagnosis Original release: Green Party Councillor Shares Breast Cancer Diagnosis to Raise Awareness and Urge Early Detection
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Safe access zones law working as intended
The party welcomes a Supreme Court judgment upholding the Safe Access Zones law, which protects people accessing abortion services from harassment and intimidation.
Disability and equality Health Issue: Supreme Court judgment on Safe Access Zones law Original release: Safe access zones law working as intended
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Honouring and remembering women and girls who have lost their lives to domestic abuse
The party comments on domestic abuse, calling for action to protect women and girls. Councillor Kendall expresses solidarity with Women's Aid and calls for sustained funding.
Justice and policing Disability and equality Original release: Honouring and remembering women and girls who have lost their lives to domestic abuse
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Green Party Cllr Kendall Again Condemns Executive Over Continued Delay of Safe Leave
Cllr Kendall condemns Executive for failing to implement Safe Leave legislation, criticising delays and inaction.
Justice and policing Disability and equality Issue: Safe Leave legislation delay and inaction Original release: Green Party Cllr Kendall Again Condemns Executive Over Continued Delay of Safe Leave