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Fine Gael proposals on Irish unity a welcome step forward – Mary Lou McDonald
The party President Mary Lou McDonald welcomes Fine Gael's Irish reunification proposals, calling for a serious programme of planning and preparation.
Constitutional affairs Original release: Fine Gael proposals on Irish unity a welcome step forward – Mary Lou McDonaldArchived copy, Internet Archive capture of 8 November 2026
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Pulling Stormont Brake is another DUP stunt, says Tennyson
The party criticises DUP's Brexit strategy, saying it causes uncertainty and instability.
Constitutional affairs International affairs Original release: Pulling Stormont Brake is another DUP stunt, says TennysonArchived copy, Internet Archive capture of 8 November 2026
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Unionist Leaders and Inter-Trade UK Business Association urge the Secretary of State to stop EU Regulation 2026/2108 deepening the Irish Sea customs border
The party, TUV and Inter-Trade UK Business Association urge the Secretary of State to stop EU Regulation 2026/2108 deepening the Irish Sea customs border, citing negative consequences for Northern Ireland businesses.
Constitutional affairs Economy and employment Original release: Unionist Leaders and Inter-Trade UK Business Association urge the Secretary of State to stop EU Regulation 2026/2108 deepening the Irish Sea customs border
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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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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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Kearney calls for urgent action to remove barriers facing cross-border workers
The party MLA Declan Kearney calls for urgent action to address barriers for cross-border workers, citing the need for greater integration of the all-island economy to deliver economic growth and shared prosperity.
Economy and employment Constitutional affairs Original release: Kearney calls for urgent action to remove barriers facing cross-border workers
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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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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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DUP to Trigger Stormont Brake Over New EU Customs Rules
The party plans to use the Stormont brake over new EU customs rules. This concerns the party.
Constitutional affairs International affairs Original release: DUP to Trigger Stormont Brake Over New EU Customs Rules
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Taoiseach recognition on unity a welcome shift that must be followed by concrete action – Kearney
The party MLA Declan Kearney calls for concrete action on Irish unity planning.
Constitutional affairs Original release: Taoiseach recognition on unity a welcome shift that must be followed by concrete action – Kearney
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Swann welcomes Joint UK-EU Agreement on parcel fees ahead of Parliamentary Partnership Assembly
The party welcomes a decision on parcel fees, concerning South Antrim MP Robin Swann.
Constitutional affairs International affairs Original release: Swann welcomes Joint UK-EU Agreement on parcel fees ahead of Parliamentary Partnership Assembly
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Whitehall asleep as EU parcel tax and AI rules hit Northern Ireland
The party welcomes a proposed UK-EU SPS agreement but criticises EU customs rules and AI Act application in Northern Ireland.
Constitutional affairs International affairs Original release: Whitehall asleep as EU parcel tax and AI rules hit Northern Ireland
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Draft agreement between EU and British government ‘further evidence of failed Brexit project’ – Ferguson
The party MLA Ciara Ferguson comments on a draft EU and British government agreement on food and plant products, saying it shows Brexit's failures. Ferguson discusses its impact on the regional economy.
Constitutional affairs International affairs Issue: EU-UK food and plant products agreement Original release: Draft agreement between EU and British government ‘further evidence of failed Brexit project’ – Ferguson
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Aiken: Food checks deal welcome, but Irish Sea border is far from gone
Ulster Unionist spokesperson Dr Steve Aiken welcomes draft UK-EU food checks agreement, criticising ongoing Irish Sea border separation.
Constitutional affairs International affairs Issue: EU-UK food and plant products agreement Original release: Aiken: Food checks deal welcome, but Irish Sea border is far from gone
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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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Sinn Féin will oppose any attempt to place British state forces beyond reach of accountability – Finucane
The party opposes British government proposals to give the Attorney General final say over conflict-related prosecutions, which they claim undermines the independence of the prosecution service and creates a two-tier justice system. This concerns party MP John Finucane.
Justice and policing Community relations and legacy Issue: British government proposals to give Attorney General final say on conflict-related prosecutions Original release: Sinn Féin will oppose any attempt to place British state forces beyond reach of accountability – Finucane
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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