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Ferguson calls for action after supporters across the North blocked from FAI Cup final
Sinn Féin MLA Ciara Ferguson congratulates Derry City on their FAI Cup victory but criticises RTÉ for again geo-blocking viewers in the North from watching the final. She calls on RTÉ to ensure supporters there are not excluded from major sporting occasions.
Other Original release: Ferguson calls for action after supporters across the North blocked from FAI Cup finalArchived copy, Internet Archive capture of 8 November 2026
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Brett praises integrity of McCartney family
The DUP, through a named representative whose name is given only as Brett in the release, praises the integrity of the McCartney family. The release text provided is only a headline, so no further detail on the occasion or any specific development is given.
Other Original release: Brett praises integrity of McCartney familyArchived copy, Internet Archive capture of 8 November 2026
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Overwhelming opposition to Alliance Conversion Practices Bill -…
The DUP says there is overwhelming opposition to the Alliance Conversion Practices Bill, though the release text provided is only a truncated headline, so no further detail on the source or figures of that opposition can be given.
Disability and equality Issue: Alliance Conversion Practices Bill Original release: Overwhelming opposition to Alliance Conversion Practices Bill -…Archived copy, Internet Archive capture of 8 November 2026
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DUP will oppose carbon audit penalties on farmers – McIlveen
The party opposes carbon audit penalties on farmers. Minister McIlveen is involved.
Agriculture and rural affairs Environment and climate Original release: DUP will oppose carbon audit penalties on farmers – McIlveenArchived copy, Internet Archive capture of 8 November 2026
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Those who breach their pledge must face consequences - Robinson
Democratic Unionist Party's Robinson says anyone who breaches their pledge must be held to account and face consequences, warning that breaking promises undermines public trust and calling for swift action against violators.
Other Original release: Those who breach their pledge must face consequences - RobinsonArchived copy, Internet Archive capture of 8 November 2026
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Alliance calls for progress in making Fleadh more accessible
Alliance Party of Northern Ireland calls for council officers to meet the Inclusive Mobility and Transport Advisory Committee to address disability groups' concerns about the 2026 Fleadh, urging more inclusive pedestrianisation and accessibility ahead of Fleadh 2027.
Disability and equality Local government Issue: Fleadh 2026 accessibility concerns and proposals Original release: Alliance calls for progress in making Fleadh more accessible
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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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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, saying they will provide a cross‑community, progressive choice and urging progressive voters to keep a strong Alliance team in the Assembly.
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 candidatesArchived copy, Internet Archive capture of 8 November 2026
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Sinn Féin to target three Assembly seats in North Belfast
Sinn Féin announces its three candidates for the next Assembly election in North Belfast: MLAs Gerry Kelly and Carál Ní Chuilín, and councillor Maighréad Ní Chonghaile. Party leader Mary Lou McDonald says the party aims to win all three seats in the May election.
Other Original release: Sinn Féin to target three Assembly seats in North Belfast
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Cllr Anna Henry welcomes £1.95 million investment in endometriosis services
Cllr Anna Henry welcomes £1.95 million funding for endometriosis services across Northern Ireland, including £250,000 for the Northern Trust and a new Regional Endometriosis Pathway. She hopes it brings shorter waiting times and better 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
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Flynn welcomes investment in Endometriosis services and new surgical technology
Sinn Féin MLA Órlaithí Flynn welcomes the new gynaecological surgical robot in Belfast and the £1.95 million Health Minister announced for regional endometriosis centres, calling for improved diagnosis, treatment, all‑island cooperation and sustained investment.
Health Disability and equality Issue: Introduction of new gynaecological surgical robot in Belfast Original release: Flynn welcomes investment in Endometriosis services and new surgical technology
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Michelle O’Neill pays tribute to Ciara Mageean
Sinn Féin Deputy First Minister Michelle O'Neill offers condolences to the family of athlete Ciara Mageean, who has died after a battle with cancer, praising her sporting achievements and character.
Other Original release: Michelle O’Neill pays tribute to Ciara Mageean
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Egan welcomes Bail Support Pilot for women
Alliance MLA Egan welcomes Justice Minister Long's announcement of a Bail Support Pilot for women on remand, saying early intervention can address mental health, addiction and domestic abuse issues and stop cycles of further harm.
Justice and policing Disability and equality Issue: Bail Support Pilot announcement Original release: Egan welcomes Bail Support Pilot for women
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Statement from the Democratic Unionist Party
The party issues a statement. No specific details are given.
Other Original release: Statement from the Democratic Unionist Party
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Job Fairs decision is discrimination driven by narrow political…
The party claims the Job Fairs decision is discriminatory, driven by politics.
Economy and employment Disability and equality Original release: Job Fairs decision is discrimination driven by narrow political…
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Andrew Muir and Connie Egan selected as Alliance North Down Assembly candidates
Alliance Party announces that Andrew Muir and Connie Egan have been selected as its candidates for the North Down Assembly constituency, with both citing their records and calling for a reformed Stormont ahead of next May's election.
Environment and climate Agriculture and rural affairs Original release: Andrew Muir and Connie Egan selected as Alliance North Down Assembly candidates
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Alliance representatives express concern following devastating oil contamination incident
Alliance representatives express concern over oil contamination at Broughshane Environment Waterfowl and Wildlife Trust
Environment and climate Issue: Broughshane Environment Waterfowl and Wildlife Trust oil contamination Original release: Alliance representatives express concern following devastating oil contamination incident
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New Strategy must mark a turning point for nature in Northern Ireland, says Blair
Alliance MLA Blair welcomes the launch of the Nature Recovery Strategy as a step towards the 30 per cent protection target for 2030, citing 12 per cent of species threatened with extinction. He says it sets out action on pollution, invasive species, tree cover and farmer support, and urges other…
Environment and climate Issue: Launch of Nature Recovery Strategy Original release: New Strategy must mark a turning point for nature in Northern Ireland, says Blair
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Eastwood urges UK Government to intervene over BBC NI Irish-language cuts
SDLP Foyle MP Colum Eastwood has written to Culture Secretary Lisa Nandy urging the UK Government to intervene over proposed BBC Northern Ireland cuts to Irish-language services. He says the cuts would undermine growing demand for the language and cites Good Friday Agreement and Framework…
Disability and equality Issue: BBC NI Irish-language services proposed cuts announcement Original release: Eastwood urges UK Government to intervene over BBC NI Irish-language cuts
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McGlone: BBC Cuts Demand Scrutiny
SDLP Mid Ulster MLA Patsy McGlone requests an urgent meeting with BBC Northern Ireland leadership to scrutinise proposed job losses and restructuring, especially the impact on Irish language broadcasting, and will discuss the issue with Foras na Gaeilge.
Disability and equality Economy and employment Issue: BBC Northern Ireland job losses and restructuring plans Original release: McGlone: BBC Cuts Demand Scrutiny