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Palestinian flag to fly at Belfast City Hall later this month – Murphy
Sinn Féin councillor Ryan Murphy welcomes council backing for his proposal to fly the Palestinian flag at Belfast City Hall on 29 November, marking a day for solidarity with Palestinians. He says the gesture reflects support for Gaza amid ongoing Israeli military action.
Community relations and legacy International affairs Issue: Belfast City Hall Palestinian flag flying proposal approved Original release: Palestinian flag to fly at Belfast City Hall later this month – Murphy (opens in a new tab)
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Investment in local bands welcomed
Mid Ulster DUP MLA Keith Buchanan welcomes Communities Minister Gordon Lyons's announcement of over £1.1 million through the Musical Instruments Programme, saying it will support 134 individuals, bands and groups, including Mid Ulster bands replacing old instruments.
Community relations and legacy Issue: Musical Instruments Programme 2025/26 funding announcement Original release: Investment in local bands welcomed (opens in a new tab)
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‘Need for step change to tackle sectarianism and build better future’ – O’Neill
Sinn Féin Leas-Uachtarán Michelle O’Neill says a real step change is needed to confront sectarianism, urging housing and education to foster shared communities and build a reconciled, inclusive future for all.
Community relations and legacy Issue: Launch of Sinn Féin policy on ending sectarian segregation Original release: ‘Need for step change to tackle sectarianism and build better future’ – O’Neill (opens in a new tab)
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Jamieson encourages applications to Cultural Celebrations Grant Scheme
TUV Braid Councillor Christopher Jamieson encourages community and volunteer groups to apply for the Cultural Celebrations Grant Scheme, offering up to £1,000 (or £3,000 with partners) for single‑day July/August cultural events, with applications open until 16 June.
Community relations and legacy Local government Issue: Cultural Celebrations Grant Scheme application period Original release: Jamieson encourages applications to Cultural Celebrations Grant Scheme (opens in a new tab)
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SDLP nominates McLaughlin to Policing Board
SDLP nominates Sinéad McLaughlin MLA as its representative on the Policing Board, saying she will advocate for a representative police service that builds community confidence and hold the PSNI robustly to account.
Justice and policing Community relations and legacy Issue: SDLP nomination of Sinéad McLaughlin to Policing Board Original release: SDLP nominates McLaughlin to Policing Board (opens in a new tab)