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Glorification of IRA terrorism still prominent in Mid Ulster
TUV Mid Ulster condemns paramilitary regalia displayed at a Clonoe funeral for Noel Quinn, a convicted terrorist, and says the glorification of terrorism has no place in Mid Ulster. Its candidates also criticise Sinn Féin and the First Minister over the events.
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 Ulster (opens in a new tab)Archived copy, Internet Archive capture of 8 November 2026 (opens in a new tab)
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8 Years 9 Months wait for urgent dermatology appointment in Northern Trust
TUV MP Jim Allister says the Northern Trust has confirmed an 8 years 9 months wait to see a dermatologist for an urgent referral in a constituency case. He calls the situation a catastrophic failure, encloses redacted correspondence, and says he will press the Trust's chief executive on it next…
Health Issue: Northern Trust dermatology service wait times criticism Original release: 8 Years 9 Months wait for urgent dermatology appointment in Northern Trust (opens in a new tab)Archived copy, Internet Archive capture of 8 November 2026 (opens in a new tab)
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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 KC MP says the Chief Constable's change of wording on the Provisional IRA's 'position' at Drumcree does not address why it was relevant to policing, and asks the DUP to explain continuing to sustain Sinn Féin in government.
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 policing (opens in a new tab)Archived copy, Internet Archive capture of 8 November 2026 (opens in a new tab)
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Cllr Anna Henry welcomes £1.95 million investment in endometriosis services
TUV councillor Anna Henry welcomes the £1.95 million funding for endometriosis services across Northern Ireland, including £250,000 for the Northern Trust and a new Regional Endometriosis Pathway. She says more work is needed to cut waiting times and improve diagnosis.
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 (opens in a new tab)Archived copy, Internet Archive capture of 9 November 2026 (opens in a new tab)
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Attacks on Rasharkin Orange Hall
TUV North Antrim MP Jim Allister welcomes Rasharkin Chosen Few's public statement on repeated attacks on its Orange hall, including IRA graffiti, and says 51 recorded attacks show a sustained campaign. He calls on the PSNI to act and subject its action plan to scrutiny.
Justice and policing Community relations and legacy Issue: Rasharkin attacks Original release: Attacks on Rasharkin Orange Hall (opens in a new tab)Archived copy, Internet Archive capture of 9 November 2026 (opens in a new tab)
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TUV reacts to Drumcree Court ruling
TUV leader Jim Allister says a court ruling on Drumcree does not remove the legality of Portadown District's right to parade, and criticises the Chief Constable for allowing policing to be influenced by PIRA feelings and the Secretary of State for blocking the parade.
Justice and policing Community relations and legacy Issue: Drumcree parade ban High Court judgment Original release: TUV reacts to Drumcree Court 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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Allister: West Tyrone Can Vote for Strength, Not Weakness
TUV leader Jim Allister MP says the High Court revelations show the PIRA still exists and influenced policing at Drumcree, and calls on the DUP to resign Emma Little-Pengelly to end the First Minister's position. He urges West Tyrone voters to back TUV candidate Stevan Patterson at the next…
Justice and policing Community relations and legacy Issue: Portadown policing controversy Original release: Allister: West Tyrone Can Vote for Strength, Not Weakness (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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Court of Appeal judgement underscores travesty and perversity of Chief Constable & Secretary of State siding with lawbreakers
TUV leader Jim Allister welcomes a unanimous Court of Appeal ruling rejecting a challenge to a Portadown parade determination, and accuses the Chief Constable and Secretary of State of backing lawbreakers. He calls for the Parades Commission to build the court's enhanced protection for traditional…
Community relations and legacy Justice and policing Issue: Court of Appeal ruling Original release: Court of Appeal judgement underscores travesty and perversity of Chief Constable & Secretary of State siding with lawbreakers (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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Explosive evidence at Omagh Inquiry shows Republic had tip off the night before the bombing
TUV leader Jim Allister says Omagh Inquiry evidence shows the Irish Army received a warning call from Bundoran on 14 August about a car bomb heading for Omagh and failed to pass it on to the RUC. He claims Dublin did not cooperate and says a public inquiry in the Republic is now necessary.
Community relations and legacy Justice and policing Issue: Omagh Inquiry evidence on Irish Army warning call before bombing Original release: Explosive evidence at Omagh Inquiry shows Republic had tip off the night before the bombing (opens in a new tab)Archived copy, Internet Archive capture of 14 October 2026 (opens in a new tab)
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Chief Constable surrenders to the mob
TUV leader Jim Allister condemns the Chief Constable's request that the Secretary of State review or overturn the lawful parading permission granted to Portadown District, calling it a surrender to mob rule. He says that if the Secretary of State follows suit, Gavin Robinson should resign as…
Community relations and legacy Justice and policing Issue: Portadown Orange Order parade ban and PSNI referral to Secretary of State Original release: Chief Constable surrenders to the mob (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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Who is Chief Constable of Garvaghy Road – Jon Boucher or Brendan McKenna?
TUV leader Jim Allister says the Chief Constable has failed for 11 days to police the Parades Commission's determination on Garvaghy Road, and calls on him to show who holds authority there.
Justice and policing Community relations and legacy Issue: Parades Commission Garvaghy Road ruling Original release: Who is Chief Constable of Garvaghy Road – Jon Boucher or Brendan McKenna? (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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Ratcliffe supports Ladies with Letters’ demand for truth and accountability
TUV Councillor Keith Ratcliffe backs Ladies with Letters' call for an independent statutory public inquiry into the cervical screening scandal, after letters were delivered to MLAs at Stormont. He urges the Health Minister to reverse the May refusal of an inquiry.
Health Issue: Ladies with Letters cervical screening inquiry demand at Stormont Original release: Ratcliffe supports Ladies with Letters’ demand for truth and accountability (opens in a new tab)Archived copy, Internet Archive capture of 8 October 2026 (opens in a new tab)
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TUV condemns attack on Clyde Valley Flute Band bus
TUV councillor Christopher Jamieson condemns the attack on the bus carrying the Larne‑based Clyde Valley Flute Band after a Portadown parade, urging the PSNI to pursue all enquiries, including CCTV and witness evidence, and to investigate any sectarian motive, while offering support to the driver‑c‑
Justice and policing Community relations and legacy Issue: Attack on Clyde Valley Flute Band bus in Portadown Original release: TUV condemns attack on Clyde Valley Flute Band bus (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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Dismayed by politicking of Judge
TUV leader Jim Allister says he is dismayed at how today's Drumcree judicial review was handled, criticising the judge for political language about "the abyss" and for pressing a party into a course against its interests. He says he trusts the Court of Appeal will put the situation right.
Justice and policing Community relations and legacy Issue: Drumcree judicial review handling by judge Original release: Dismayed by politicking of Judge (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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Dublin, as ever, frustrates exposure of truth
TUV leader Jim Allister says Dublin will not let Garda officers or state officials give evidence in Belfast to the Omagh Inquiry, and calls on the Inquiry to publish how many of its questions for Dublin witnesses were permitted.
Community relations and legacy Justice and policing Issue: Omagh Inquiry Dublin witness evidence refusal Original release: Dublin, as ever, frustrates exposure of truth (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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Allister calls on minister to bridge the gaps in dental provision
TUV leader Jim Allister calls on health minister Robbie Butler to fund dental hygienist training in Northern Ireland and to create an NHS contract for hygienists, arguing it would save money long term. He also highlights a claimed gap in hygienist numbers compared with England and says the…
Health Issue: Northern Ireland dental hygienist training courses and NHS contract Original release: Allister calls on minister to bridge the gaps in dental provision (opens in a new tab)Archived copy (captured later), Internet Archive capture of 11 November 2026 (opens in a new tab)
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Allister slams delay in Ballymena GP practice scheme
TUV MP Jim Allister expresses disappointment that multi-disciplinary teams for primary care in Ballymena will not begin until 2029, while other areas get the scheme sooner, and urges decision makers to reconsider the timeline.
Health Issue: Ballymena primary care multi-disciplinary teams delayed until 2029 Original release: Allister slams delay in Ballymena GP practice scheme (opens in a new tab)Archived copy (captured later), Internet Archive capture of 11 November 2026 (opens in a new tab)
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Minister Lyons Must Act Over IRA Memoir Library Launch
TUV chairman and East Londonderry candidate Allister Kyle says he is appalled that Kilrea's publicly funded library is apparently hosting an event to promote Martina Anderson's memoir, and calls on Communities Minister Gordon Lyons to explain who authorised it and whether public resources are…
Community relations and legacy Justice and policing Issue: Kilrea Library event promoting Martina Anderson memoir Original release: Minister Lyons Must Act Over IRA Memoir Library Launch (opens in a new tab)Archived copy (captured later), Internet Archive capture of 11 November 2026 (opens in a new tab)
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Secretary of State bottles it
TUV leader Jim Allister says Secretary of State Chris Bryant has climbed down over the Parades Commission by opting for a review rather than removing its Chair, claiming the Commission lacks cross-community confidence and is now set to consider a fresh Drumcree application.
Community relations and legacy Justice and policing Issue: Parades Commission judge-led review announced after High Court findings Original release: Secretary of State bottles it (opens in a new tab)Archived copy (captured later), Internet Archive capture of 11 November 2026 (opens in a new tab)