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TUV announces Mid Ulster candidate
TUV announces Glenn Moore as its Mid Ulster candidate for the next Assembly election. Moore says Unionists there want a party they can trust, and criticises the DUP's handling of Drumcree and its choice of Michelle O'Neill over Carla Lockhart. Leader Jim Allister says the election will come down…
Constitutional affairs Original release: TUV announces Mid Ulster candidate (opens in a new tab)Archived copy, Internet Archive capture of 11 November 2026 (opens in a new tab)
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Equal citizenship is non-negotiable – Allister
TUV leader Jim Allister, speaking at Oxford University, warns that Labour's Reset would make the whole UK a rule-taker of EU laws and calls for a centre-right government. He says a Reform Government would need to rip up the Windsor Framework to restore UK sovereignty and equal citizenship.
Constitutional affairs International affairs Issue: Labour Party Brexit reversal plan announcement Original release: Equal citizenship is non-negotiable – Allister (opens in a new tab)Archived copy, Internet Archive capture of 11 November 2026 (opens in a new tab)
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Andrew Muir and Connie Egan selected as Alliance North Down Assembly candidates
Alliance MLAs Andrew Muir and Connie Egan say they have been re‑selected to contest North Down in the 6 May 2027 Assembly election, highlighting Muir’s record on water quality, climate action and farming, and Egan’s work on ending violence against women, integrated education and a reformed Stormont.
Other Environment and climate Issue: Alliance North Down Assembly candidates selected Original release: Andrew Muir and Connie Egan selected as Alliance North Down Assembly candidates (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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Assembly election an opportunity to break the cycle of crises, says Tennyson, following re-selection
Alliance Deputy Leader and Upper Bann MLA Eóin Tennyson says the 2027 Assembly election gives voters a chance to demand better from Stormont, break the cycle of political crises and move Northern Ireland forward beyond deadlock and division.
Constitutional affairs Issue: Eóin Tennyson re-selected as Alliance candidate for 2027 Assembly election Original release: Assembly election an opportunity to break the cycle of crises, says Tennyson, following re-selection (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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Ulster Unionist Party launches campaign setting out why the Union is better
UUP Leader Jon Burrows MLA announces a six-day social media campaign until 29 October making the case for Northern Ireland within the UK, citing security, cost of living, peace, the NHS and economic security. He claims households here pay over £550 less a year for energy than in the Republic.
Constitutional affairs Economy and employment Original release: Ulster Unionist Party launches campaign setting out why the Union is better (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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TUV announces South Down candidates
TUV leader Jim Allister, speaking at a Kilkeel public meeting, unveils Colin Hillis as its South Down Assembly hopeful and Harold McKee as its Kilkeel council contender. He frames the 6 May election as a test for unionists over alleged lawbreaking in government and the Protocol.
Constitutional affairs Justice and policing Issue: TUV South Down and Kilkeel candidate announcement in Kilkeel Original release: TUV announces South Down candidates (opens in a new tab)Archived copy, Internet Archive capture of 17 October 2026 (opens in a new tab)
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Matthew Robinson selected as Ulster Unionist candidate for East Londonderry
The UUP has picked Matthew Robinson, a Portstewart resident with legal qualifications and a think-tank directorship, to stand in East Londonderry at next May's Assembly election. Leader Jon Burrows praises his constitutional law background and pro-Union economic focus.
Economy and employment Constitutional affairs Issue: Ulster Unionist East Londonderry Assembly candidate selection Original release: Matthew Robinson selected as Ulster Unionist candidate for East Londonderry (opens in a new tab)Archived copy, Internet Archive capture of 11 October 2026 (opens in a new tab)
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SDLP selects David McGreevy for East Belfast
SDLP selects David McGreevy, co-founder of East Belfast GAA, to contest East Belfast at the next Assembly election. He says the constituency is open to new constitutional perspectives, and SDLP Leader Claire Hanna MP praises his community development record.
Constitutional affairs Original release: SDLP selects David McGreevy for East Belfast (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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Sinn Féin announce Declan Kearney as Assembly election candidate in South Antrim
Sinn Féin selects sitting South Antrim MLA Declan Kearney as its candidate for the May 2027 Assembly election, with Michelle O'Neill saying the vote is crucial for change in the North. Kearney says he is honoured and calls for a stronger party team across South Antrim.
Constitutional affairs Economy and employment Original release: Sinn Féin announce Declan Kearney as Assembly election candidate in South Antrim (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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Darryl is a strong voice for North Antrim
DUP Leader Gavin Robinson MP says Darryl Wilson gives unionism its best chance to strengthen its position in North Antrim and across Northern Ireland, as he is confirmed as a DUP candidate alongside MLA Paul Frew for 2027. Robinson points to 2022, when a lack of unionist co-operation returned…
Constitutional affairs Original release: Darryl is a strong voice for North Antrim (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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Louise O’Reilly tells TUC Congress that Irish Unity works
Sinn Féin's Louise O'Reilly TD, speaking after an Irish Unity fringe meeting at the TUC Congress in Brighton, says growing support for a united Ireland exists among Irish workers and progressive British allies. She urges the British labour movement to engage on Irish unity and to address…
Constitutional affairs Economy and employment Issue: TUC Congress Irish Unity fringe meeting in Brighton Original release: Louise O’Reilly tells TUC Congress that Irish Unity works (opens in a new tab)Archived copy, Internet Archive capture of 17 September 2026 (opens in a new tab)
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Former SDLP branch chair Ciara Dempsey joins Ulster Unionists as Clogher Valley candidate
The UUP selects Ciara Dempsey, a former SDLP branch chair, as its candidate for Clogher Valley DEA on Mid Ulster District Council, replacing outgoing councillor Meta Graham. Leader Jon Burrows MLA highlights her campaigning on violence against women and girls.
Local government Constitutional affairs Original release: Former SDLP branch chair Ciara Dempsey joins Ulster Unionists as Clogher Valley candidate (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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Strangford Deserves Better Than Alliance
TUV Strangford candidate Jonathan Jackson says voters should judge Alliance's policies, not just its newly selected Strangford candidate Cllr Vicky Moore, citing rural concern over the Tyrone cattle cull and Alliance's stance on the Protocol and Windsor Framework.
Constitutional affairs Agriculture and rural affairs Issue: Alliance selection of Vicky Moore for Strangford Stormont election Original release: Strangford Deserves Better Than Alliance (opens in a new tab)
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DUP in Donaldson turmoil. UUP in Nesbitt/Burrows turmoil. TUV steady and sure in its vision and stability
TUV leader Jim Allister says the DUP and UUP are in turmoil, pointing to the DUP's Donaldson difficulties and a UUP dispute over Jon Burrows, and calls for voters to reject an Executive while the Protocol remains at the May 2027 election.
Constitutional affairs Original release: DUP in Donaldson turmoil. UUP in Nesbitt/Burrows turmoil. TUV steady and sure in its vision and stability (opens in a new tab)
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Peter Wilson Selected as TUV Assembly Candidate for North Down
Traditional Unionist Voice selects Peter Wilson as its Assembly candidate for North Down, saying he will stand firm for the Union, oppose the Irish Sea Border and the Protocol, and work for better healthcare, policing, local business and infrastructure in the constituency.
Constitutional affairs Immigration Issue: Peter Wilson selected as TUV Assembly candidate for North Down Original release: Peter Wilson Selected as TUV Assembly Candidate for North Down (opens in a new tab)
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Green councillor Anthony Flynn pledges clean water and better transport in North Down Assembly bid
Green Party NI announces Councillor Anthony Flynn as its North Down candidate for the 2027 Assembly election, pledging action on water quality, public transport, town centres, health waiting lists, animal welfare and Stormont reform.
Environment and climate Infrastructure and transport Original release: Green councillor Anthony Flynn pledges clean water and better transport in North Down Assembly bid (opens in a new tab)Archived copy (captured later), Internet Archive capture of 30 August 2026 (opens in a new tab)
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‘Women’s Voices, Hopes for a New Ireland’ book to be launched by Mary Lou McDonald TD
Disability and equality Constitutional affairs Original release: ‘Women’s Voices, Hopes for a New Ireland’ book to be launched by Mary Lou McDonald TD (opens in a new tab)
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People Before Profit Endorse Unite General Secretary Sharon Graham
People Before Profit endorses Sharon Graham in the Unite general secretary election, citing her record on disputes and workplace organising, while criticising her stance on war, climate and Gaza. It urges members to back her over Simon Dubbins, whom it says would revive Unite's ties with Labour.
Economy and employment International affairs Issue: Unite general secretary election ballot Original release: People Before Profit Endorse Unite General Secretary Sharon Graham (opens in a new tab)
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‘The Light of a New Republic’ – Mary Lou McDonald addresses Sinn Féin’s annual Wolfe Tone Commemoration at Bodenstown
Sinn Féin President Mary Lou McDonald calls for a united 32‑County Republic and an end to British rule, urging investment in housing, health, equality and community support, in her address at the annual Wolfe Tone commemoration at Bodenstown.
Constitutional affairs International affairs Issue: Wolfe Tone commemoration at Bodenstown Original release: ‘The Light of a New Republic’ – Mary Lou McDonald addresses Sinn Féin’s annual Wolfe Tone Commemoration at Bodenstown (opens in a new tab)