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Middleton condemns those behind Ebrington device
DUP MLA Julie Middleton condemns those responsible for a security alert at the Ebrington site in Londonderry, where a viable device was found. She appeals to the public to pass any information to the PSNI and thanks police for their work.
Justice and policing Issue: Ebrington device Original release: Middleton condemns those behind Ebrington device (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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Dervock shooting
TUV MP Jim Allister condemns a late-night attack in Dervock in which a man was shot in the leg and beaten with iron bars, calling it the latest effort by criminal elements to intimidate the community. He calls for rigorous police action against those responsible.
Justice and policing Issue: Dervock shooting Original release: Dervock shooting (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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Armstrong condemns threats to schools across Northern Ireland
UUP Deputy Leader Diana Armstrong MLA condemns threats sent to schools across Northern Ireland, praises principals and staff for their composed handling, and urges parents to rely on official guidance and avoid spreading unverified claims online.
Education Justice and policing Issue: Threats sent to schools across Northern Ireland Original release: Armstrong condemns threats to schools across Northern Ireland (opens in a new tab)Archived copy, Internet Archive capture of 22 October 2026 (opens in a new tab)
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Disorder and disruption in Derry must stop – Jackson
Sinn Féin councillor Christopher Jackson says disorder and disruption in Derry, which he says is aimed at stoking tensions, is wrong and must end. He condemns a small minority's actions on the hill on Sunday evening, including petrol bombs thrown onto streets, and says young people should not be…
Justice and policing Issue: Derry disorder and petrol bombing on the hill, Sunday evening Original release: Disorder and disruption in Derry must stop – Jackson (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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Durkan: No excuse for bringing violence onto Derry streets
SDLP Foyle MLA Mark H Durkan condemns two nights of disorder in Derry's Waterside, denouncing petrol bombs and urging anyone encouraging youths onto the streets to cease, warning against importing Drumcree tensions.
Justice and policing Community relations and legacy Issue: Derry disorder and petrol bombing on the hill, Sunday evening Original release: Durkan: No excuse for bringing violence onto Derry streets (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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Maskey condemns shooting in west Belfast
Sinn Féin MP Paul Maskey condemns the recent gun attack on Ross Road in west Belfast, saying such violence has no place in the community, is wholly unacceptable and not supported by locals, and urging those responsible to consider the fear and distress they cause.
Justice and policing Issue: Ross Road shooting in west Belfast Original release: Maskey condemns shooting in west Belfast (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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Buchanan expresses concern following Omagh security alert
DUP MLA Tom Buchanan says he is concerned after a security alert in Omagh caused significant disruption to residents of Gardenville Avenue. He says police are still investigating a suspected hazardous material and hopes affected residents can soon return home.
Justice and policing Issue: Omagh Gardenville Avenue security alert hazardous material investigation Original release: Buchanan expresses concern following Omagh security alert (opens in a new tab)Archived copy (captured later), Internet Archive capture of 12 November 2026 (opens in a new tab)
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Honeyford condemns Lisburn shooting incident
Alliance Lagan Valley MLA David Honeyford condemns a shooting in Lisburn in the early hours of 11 August, calling it appalling and shocking. He urges anyone with information to contact the PSNI or Crimestoppers, noting that no one was injured.
Justice and policing Issue: Lisburn shooting incident August 2026 Original release: Honeyford condemns Lisburn shooting incident (opens in a new tab)Archived copy (captured later), Internet Archive capture of 12 November 2026 (opens in a new tab)
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Incident in New Lodge deeply concerning – Ni Chuilín
Carál ni Chuilín MLA says the serious incident in New Lodge last night is deeply concerning, leaving residents shocked and distressed. She stresses that such behaviour has no place, calls for those responsible to be held accountable and will keep engaging with the community and affected families.
Justice and policing Issue: New Lodge incident Original release: Incident in New Lodge deeply concerning – Ni Chuilín (opens in a new tab)Archived copy (captured later), Internet Archive capture of 12 November 2026 (opens in a new tab)
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Newtownards attacks utterly reprehensible, says Mathison
Alliance Strangford MLA Nick Mathison condemns a series of attacks in Newtownards on the night of 26 July, calling them utterly reprehensible and urging anyone with information to contact the PSNI or Crimestoppers.
Justice and policing Issue: Newtownards attacks on homes and public property, 26 July Original release: Newtownards attacks utterly reprehensible, says Mathison (opens in a new tab)Archived copy (captured later), Internet Archive capture of 12 November 2026 (opens in a new tab)
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Scenes on Stewartstown road last night were disgraceful – Baker
Sinn Féin MLA Danny Baker condemns the disorder on Stewartstown Road on Saturday night, calling it disgraceful, thanking community and youth workers and residents, and saying a small minority will not drag the area backwards.
Justice and policing Issue: Stewartstown Road disorder Saturday night Original release: Scenes on Stewartstown road last night were disgraceful – Baker (opens in a new tab)
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Brandywell violence utterly unacceptable - Middleton
DUP MLA for Foyle Julie Middleton condemns the disorder at the Brandywell before and during Thursday's European fixture, saying no family should have to flee onto a pitch and praising police for restoring order. She appeals for anyone with information to come forward to the PSNI investigation.
Justice and policing Issue: Brandywell football match disorder and PSNI investigation Original release: Brandywell violence utterly unacceptable - Middleton (opens in a new tab)
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Multi agency meeting convened to address ongoing issues on Stewartstown road
Sinn Féin MP Paul Maskey and MLA Danny Baker say they convened a multi-agency meeting with youth groups, PSNI, Belfast City Council and the Youth Justice Agency over disorder on the Stewartstown Road involving motorbikes and scramblers. Maskey says they will write to the Education Authority and…
Justice and policing Issue: Stewartstown Road disorder multi-agency meeting Original release: Multi agency meeting convened to address ongoing issues on Stewartstown road (opens in a new tab)
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Serious North Belfast Road Traffic Incident
North Belfast DUP MLA Phillip Brett says he is saddened by an early-morning road crash in North Belfast, sending thoughts to those affected. He urges witnesses and anyone holding CCTV or dashcam footage to contact the PSNI, and asks for space for the investigation after an arrest.
Justice and policing Issue: North Belfast early-morning road traffic collision and PSNI investigation Original release: Serious North Belfast Road Traffic Incident (opens in a new tab)
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Ballymena double murder and suicide
TUV MP Jim Allister offers condolences to relatives in Ballymena and Poland after an eight-year-old girl was confirmed among the victims of a double murder and suicide. He also thanks first responders and forensic officers and warns the shock will leave a lasting effect on the neighbourhood.
Justice and policing Issue: Ballymena Old Cullybackey Road three deaths investigation Original release: Ballymena double murder and suicide (opens in a new tab)
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Mulholland says local community in shock after three people found dead
Alliance North Antrim MLA Sian Mulholland says residents in Ballymena are reeling after three people were found dead at a home on the Old Cullybackey Road. She urges anyone with information to contact police immediately.
Justice and policing Issue: Ballymena Old Cullybackey Road three deaths investigation Original release: Mulholland says local community in shock after three people found dead (opens in a new tab)
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Flynn expresses shock and sadness on death of individual in Dunmurry
Sinn Féin MLA Órlaithí Flynn says she is distressed by the death of a person in Dunmurry, which police have said occurred in suspicious circumstances. She offers condolences to the family and urges anyone with information to contact the PSNI.
Justice and policing Issue: Death in suspicious circumstances in Dunmurry Original release: Flynn expresses shock and sadness on death of individual in Dunmurry (opens in a new tab)
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Boylan and Finnegan welcome drugs seizure
Sinn Féin MLAs Cathal Boylan and Aoife Finnegan welcome a police operation that uncovered suspected cannabis farms in Armagh, Newtownhamilton, Keady and Killylea, with drugs estimated at £1.1 million seized. They urge anyone with information about criminal activity to contact the authorities.
Justice and policing Issue: Police operation uncovering suspected cannabis farms across Armagh district Original release: Boylan and Finnegan welcome drugs seizure (opens in a new tab)
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Erskine welcomes £1.1 million drugs bust across Fermanagh and South…
Fermanagh and South Tyrone DUP MLA Deborah Erskine welcomes PSNI action after a drugs operation across Fermanagh, Tyrone and Armagh that led to 16 arrests and seizures worth an estimated £1.1 million, including nine cannabis grow houses. She urges the public to report suspicious activity.
Justice and policing Issue: Clabby drugs operation with 16 arrests and £1.1 million seizure Original release: Erskine welcomes £1.1 million drugs bust across Fermanagh and South… (opens in a new tab)
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McGrath condemns Downpatrick petrol bomb attack
SDLP South Down MLA Colin McGrath condemns an early-hours incendiary assault on a Downpatrick house, describing it as reckless and dangerous. He says nobody was hurt but the outcome could have been far worse, and urges anyone near Pound Lane or John Street with information to contact police.
Justice and policing Issue: Downpatrick home petrol bomb attack, June 2026 Original release: McGrath condemns Downpatrick petrol bomb attack (opens in a new tab)