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Joint statement by leaders of the UUP and TUV and the Chair of the Inter-Trade UK Business Association on Stormont Brake
The party and the UUP express concerns about EU customs law and its impact on Northern Ireland businesses.
Constitutional affairs Economy and employment Original release: Joint statement by leaders of the UUP and TUV and the Chair of the Inter-Trade UK Business Association on Stormont BrakeArchived copy, Internet Archive capture of 8 November 2026
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Glorification of IRA terrorism still prominent in Mid Ulster
The party condemns the display of IRA regalia at a funeral in Clonoe, calling it the glorification of terrorism. The party's candidates express shock and disgust at the scenes.
Justice and policing Community relations and legacy 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
The party criticises Northern Trust's dermatology service wait times, specifically 8 years 9 months for urgent appointments, concerning North Antrim MP Jim Allister.
Health 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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SDLP launches three-stage reform plan to end Stormont paralysis
The party launches a three-stage reform plan to end Stormont paralysis. The plan aims to strengthen democratic accountability and improve government effectiveness, as outlined by Leader Claire Hanna and Opposition Leader Matthew O'Toole.
Constitutional affairs Original release: SDLP launches three-stage reform plan to end Stormont paralysis
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TUV Welcomes The Triggering of the Stormont Brake After a Month of Drawing Attention to Dangerous New EU Regulation
The party welcomes the triggering of the Stormont Brake in response to EU Regulation 2026/2108, a dangerous new EU regulation. The party's Leader, Jim Allister KC MP, had previously highlighted the regulation's problems.
Constitutional affairs International affairs Original release: TUV Welcomes The Triggering of the Stormont Brake After a Month of Drawing Attention to Dangerous New EU Regulation
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SDLP Party Leader: Irish unity needs unified approach
The party Leader Claire Hanna MP welcomes Irish Government parties' recognition of the need for preparation for Ireland's constitutional future. She urges an inclusive process of engagement.
Constitutional affairs Original release: SDLP Party Leader: Irish unity needs unified approach
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Hanna welcomes Taoiseach’s New Ireland Commitment
Claire Hanna welcomes Taoiseach's New Ireland commitment, calls for cross-community plan.
Constitutional affairs Original release: Hanna welcomes Taoiseach’s New Ireland Commitment
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O’Toole: People Deserve a Future Beyond Political Petulance
The party leader Matthew O'Toole MLA criticises the DUP's actions, saying people deserve better. He announces the party's focus on building a new Ireland with hope and opportunity for all.
Constitutional affairs Original release: O’Toole: People Deserve a Future Beyond Political Petulance
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Reilly Secures Council Backing for Action on Economic Abuse
The party's Councillor Martin Reilly secured council backing for stronger action on economic abuse, which affects one in six women in Northern Ireland.
Justice and policing Local government Original release: Reilly Secures Council Backing for Action on Economic Abuse
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Hanna: UK Budget Underlines Failure of Executive to Do Its Job
The party's Leader Claire Hanna MP welcomes UK Budget support for NI households but criticises the Executive's failure to agree a Budget.
Public finance and taxation Economy and employment Original release: Hanna: UK Budget Underlines Failure of Executive to Do Its Job
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O’Toole: Belfast transport plan long on aspiration, short on delivery commitments
The party's Opposition Leader Matthew O'Toole MLA criticises the Belfast transport plan for lacking delivery commitments.
Infrastructure and transport Original release: O’Toole: Belfast transport plan long on aspiration, short on delivery commitments
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Chief Constable’s clarification changes a word, not the substance: PIRA’s stance should not shape policing
The party leader criticises DUP's handling of policing at Drumcree, citing PIRA's influence.
Justice and policing Community relations and legacy 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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Hanna: Budget must deliver support now and invest in Northern Ireland's future
Claire Hanna MP calls for Budget support for families and long-term investment in Northern Ireland's economy.
Public finance and taxation Economy and employment Original release: Hanna: Budget must deliver support now and invest in Northern Ireland's future
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Equal citizenship is non-negotiable – Allister
The party leader Jim Allister warns that a Labour government would reverse Brexit in all but name, making the whole UK subject to EU laws.
Constitutional affairs International affairs Original release: Equal citizenship is non-negotiable – AllisterArchived copy, Internet Archive capture of 8 November 2026
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Cllr Anna Henry welcomes £1.95 million investment in endometriosis services
Cllr Anna Henry welcomes £1.95 million investment in endometriosis services across Northern Ireland, benefiting women's healthcare.
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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TUV welcomes Carla Lockhart move
The party leader welcomes Carla Lockhart's decision to leave the DUP, citing principle over position.
Constitutional affairs Issue: Carla Lockhart leaves the DUP Original release: TUV welcomes Carla Lockhart move
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Attacks on Rasharkin Orange Hall
The party's North Antrim MP Jim Allister welcomes Rasharkin Chosen Few's statement on attacks on their hall, criticising Sinn Fein for glorifying terrorism.
Justice and policing Community relations and legacy Issue: Rasharkin attacks Original release: Attacks on Rasharkin Orange Hall
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Unionist Unity and ‘O’Neill Must Stay’ don’t go together
The party leader Jim Allister criticises DUP's unionist unity message, saying it lacks substance and may support Sinn Fein.
Constitutional affairs Issue: DUP's unionist unity message with Sinn Fein Original release: Unionist Unity and ‘O’Neill Must Stay’ don’t go together
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DUP’s sham response beyond pathetic
The DUP's response is described as pathetic and pointless. It concerns Jim Allister and the DUP.
Constitutional affairs Issue: Stormont brake request on EU goods regulations Original release: DUP’s sham response beyond pathetic
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Council’s Armed Forces jobs fair ban is insulting and ridiculous
The party criticises Derry City and Strabane District Council's decision to ban Armed Forces jobs fairs, saying it is insulting and ridiculous. The decision concerns West Tyrone Assembly candidate Stevan Patterson.
Local government Economy and employment Issue: Derry City and Strabane District Council Armed Forces jobs fair ban Original release: Council’s Armed Forces jobs fair ban is insulting and ridiculous