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Reilly Secures Council Backing for Action on Economic Abuse
SDLP Waterside Councillor Martin Reilly says Derry and Strabane District Council has backed his motion for stronger action on economic abuse, urging emergency financial assistance, specialist debt advice and a coordinated Executive response to remove barriers for victim‑survivors.
Justice and policing Local government Issue: Derry and Strabane District Council economic abuse motion Original release: Reilly Secures Council Backing for Action on Economic AbuseArchived copy, Internet Archive capture of 8 November 2026
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Gerry Carroll says Far-Right the Real Danger to Community Cohesion
People Before Profit MLA Gerry Carroll responds to PSNI confirmation that explosive devices seized in the Shankill area are being investigated as extreme right-wing terrorism, calling far-right politics the real danger to community cohesion and urging a serious response to far-right organising.
Justice and policing Community relations and legacy Issue: Shankill area explosives and weapons discovery linked to far-right extremists Original release: Gerry Carroll says Far-Right the Real Danger to Community Cohesion
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CCG: Don’t sell our land for an AI campus!
Aontú calls for Causeway Coast and Glens Borough Council to reject the sale of publicly owned land for a data centre expansion in Coleraine.
Local government Infrastructure and transport Issue: Coleraine data centre expansion proposal Original release: CCG: Don’t sell our land for an AI campus!Archived copy, Internet Archive capture of 8 November 2026
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Carroll: Court Ruling a Victory for Garvaghy Residents and People Power
People Before Profit MLA Gerry Carroll welcomes the High Court ruling that dismissed the Orange Order’s challenge to the Drumcree parade ban, calling it a victory for Garvaghy Road residents and urging the Order to accept the decision and leave the community in peace.
Community relations and legacy Justice and policing Issue: Drumcree parade ban High Court judgment Original release: Carroll: Court Ruling a Victory for Garvaghy Residents and People Power
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SDLP Backs Bid for Third Year of Belfast Fleadh
The SDLP backs a bid for a third year of the Fleadh Cheoil in Belfast, saying the festival showcased the city’s culture, attracted 1.6 million visitors and delivered strong economic, social and civic benefits, and welcomes the council’s move to develop a strong bid.
Economy and employment Local government Original release: SDLP Backs Bid for Third Year of Belfast Fleadh
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Harkin: FinTrU Redundancy Process Must be Restarted
People Before Profit Cllr Shaun Harkin calls for the redundancy process at FinTrU in Derry to be restarted, backing the Financial Services Union's demand and requesting a meeting with management. He says Derry staff are treated differently from Belfast workers and claims public money is funding…
Economy and employment Local government Issue: FinTrU proposed redundancies at Derry site Original release: Harkin: FinTrU Redundancy Process Must be Restarted
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McDaid slams ‘wear more clothes’ advice in schools
SDLP Councillor Catherine McDaid criticised the Education Authority's advice that pupils should “ wear more clothes” in D Derry schools, arguing it reflects cut budgets and inadequate heating rather than protecting children and staff, and she urged action on heating and repairs.
Education Local government Original release: McDaid slams ‘wear more clothes’ advice in schools
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SDLP selects Malachy Quinn as Assembly Candidate for Mid Ulster
The SDLP selects Councillor Malachy Quinn as its Mid Ulster candidate for the 2027 Assembly election, noting his work on Caoimhé’s Law, school‑bus safety legislation and an All‑Island Animal Cruelty Register.
Other Local government Original release: SDLP selects Malachy Quinn as Assembly Candidate for Mid Ulster
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Stand Up To Fascism – Belfast Mobilises
People Before Profit calls for strong counter-mobilisation against far-right violence in Belfast, linking loyist paramilitaries and Tommy Robinson supporters to attacks on migrant-owned shops and urging turnout at Saturday's Belfast Welcomes Diversity march in Writers Square.
Justice and policing Original release: Stand Up To Fascism – Belfast Mobilises
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The Dup Should Offer Leadership Not Victim Blaming
People Before Profit Councillor Shaun Harkin calls on DUP Infrastructure Minister Gordon Lyons to withdraw his remarks that protesters' concerns were legitimate, accusing him of victim blaming after anti-immigration violence in Belfast.
Disability and equality Justice and policing Original release: The Dup Should Offer Leadership Not Victim Blaming
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Gerry Carroll MLA Commends Community Defence Of Migrant-Owned Business
People Before Profit MLA Gerry Carroll commends West Belfast residents for defending a migrant-owned shop on the Falls Road after a group of young people attacked it, saying the community response was immediate and that minorities are welcome.
Community relations and legacy Disability and equality Original release: Gerry Carroll MLA Commends Community Defence Of Migrant-Owned Business
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Far Right Agitators From Dublin Marching With Loyalist Paramilitaries Shows Who The Far Right Are Says People Before Profit
People Before Profit says the appearance of Dublin far‑right agitators marching alongside loyalist paramilitaries in Belfast reveals the nature of the far right, condemns racist attacks on migrant‑run businesses and calls on the ICTU and civil society to organise a national anti‑far‑right rally of t
Disability and equality Immigration Original release: Far Right Agitators From Dublin Marching With Loyalist Paramilitaries Shows Who The Far Right Are Says People Before Profit
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PSNI Allow Far-Right Minority To Rampage In Belfast
People Before Profit says the PSNI allowed far-right and loyalist groups to attack Muslim-owned and migrant-owned shops in south Belfast after an anti-racist rally at City Hall, and calls for the police to be held to account.
Justice and policing Immigration Original release: PSNI Allow Far-Right Minority To Rampage In Belfast
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Help People Before Profit’s Election Campaigns
People Before Profit calls for help with their local and European election campaigns, relying on members and supporters for assistance and donations.
Other Local government Original release: Help People Before Profit’s Election Campaigns
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Harkin: Reject Far-Right Divisive Abuse Of New Derry Mayor
People Before Profit Cllr Shaun Harkin condemns racist and divisive abuse aimed at Councillor Lilian Seenoi-Barr after her announcement as Mayor of Derry City and Strabane, and expresses solidarity with black and minoritised communities. He also criticises the SDLP's record on Black Lives Matter…
Disability and equality Immigration Original release: Harkin: Reject Far-Right Divisive Abuse Of New Derry Mayor
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Harkin: Pps Decision Not To Prosecute Soldiers For Perjury A Travesty Of Justice
People Before Profit Cllr Shaun Harkin condemns the Public Prosecution Service's decision not to prosecute soldiers for perjury over Bloody Sunday evidence, calling it a travesty of justice. He says the PPS is aiding a British state cover-up and calls for the Legacy legislation to be scrapped.
Community relations and legacy Justice and policing Original release: Harkin: Pps Decision Not To Prosecute Soldiers For Perjury A Travesty Of Justice
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Defend The Right To Protest – Say No To City Centre Bye-Laws
People Before Profit says Belfast City Council’s proposed city‑centre bye‑laws would breach civil liberties by requiring permits and fines for protests, buskers and charities, and calls on the council to reject the measures.
Local government Original release: Defend The Right To Protest – Say No To City Centre Bye-Laws
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Solidarity With Julian Assange
People Before Profit say the persecution of Julian Assange is wrong, stand in solidarity with him during his appeal hearing in London on 20‑21 February, and urge supporters to back the campaign for press freedom alongside trade‑union statements.
Justice and policing International affairs Original release: Solidarity With Julian Assange
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Bloody Sunday March For Justice Is As Important As Ever
People Before Profit urge support for the Bloody Sunday March, calling for justice for victims and solidarity with Palestine.
Community relations and legacy International affairs Original release: Bloody Sunday March For Justice Is As Important As Ever
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Council Hardship Fund A Response To Westminster & Stormont Criminal Negligence
People Before Profit Cllr Shaun Harkin says he is frustrated by a further delay to the Council Emergency Hardship Fund in Derry, with officers re-inviting bids for a Fuel Payment Partner to run it. He blames Westminster and Stormont for failing to tackle the cost of living crisis.
Social security and welfare Local government Issue: Council Emergency Hardship Fund roll-out delay Original release: Council Hardship Fund A Response To Westminster & Stormont Criminal Negligence