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Michelle O’Neill pays tribute to Ciara Mageean
Sinn Féin Vice-President Michelle O'Neill pays tribute to athlete Ciara Mageean, who has died after a battle with cancer, extending condolences to her husband, parents and family and praising her sporting achievements and character.
Other Original release: Michelle O’Neill pays tribute to Ciara Mageean (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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McGrath: Newcastle's Bendy Tree Makes History with UK First
SDLP MLA Colin McGrath welcomes Newcastle's Bendy Tree being named UK Tree of the Year 2026 by the Woodland Trust, the first Northern Ireland tree to take the award. He has written to Newry, Mourne and Down Council asking for a permanent commemorative plaque beside it.
Environment and climate Original release: McGrath: Newcastle's Bendy Tree Makes History with UK First (opens in a new tab)
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Colm Bryce RIP 2025
People Before Profit members across Ireland mourn the death of Colm Bryce, a lifelong socialist from Derry, and councillor Shaun Harkin pays tribute to his decades of organising, writing and political education.
Other Original release: Colm Bryce RIP 2025 (opens in a new tab)
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Anna Lo will forever be remembered as a ground-breaker in local politics, says Long, after former MLA passes away
Alliance Leader Naomi Long pays tribute to former South Belfast MLA Anna Lo, who has died aged 74, calling her a ground-breaker in local politics and recalling her work on the environment, human rights and women's rights. Former Alliance Leader David Ford also offers sympathies.
Other Disability and equality Original release: Anna Lo will forever be remembered as a ground-breaker in local politics, says Long, after former MLA passes away (opens in a new tab)
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Funding essential to aid delivery of long-awaited Environmental Improvement Plan, says Blair, commending its agreement.
Environment and climate Original release: Funding essential to aid delivery of long-awaited Environmental Improvement Plan, says Blair, commending its agreement. (opens in a new tab)
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Alliance representatives welcome the announcement that Gracehill has been awarded UNESCO World Heritage status
Alliance North Antrim MLA Sian Mulholland and Ballymena Councillor Jack Gibson welcome UNESCO's World Heritage listing of Gracehill Moravian Church in Co Antrim, announced at the 46th World Heritage Committee session. They hope the recognition will draw visitors and commend the local community's…
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Green Leadership welcomes Minister Roderic O’Gorman victory in Green Party Ireland leadership contest
Green Party Northern Ireland leader Senator Mal O'Hara congratulates Minister Roderic O'Gorman on winning the Green Party Ireland leadership election, praising a robust and civilised debate. Deputy Leader Lesley Veronica commiserates with Senator Pippa Hackett and urges members to vote in the…
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We must never forget those who made ultimate sacrifice at the Somme, says Donnelly, marking anniversary.
Alliance East Antrim MLA Danny Donnelly says the sacrifice of those who died at the Battle of the Somme must never be forgotten, marking the anniversary as commemorations take place.
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Ford pays tribute to Mary Clark-Glass
Former Alliance leader David Ford pays tribute to Mary Clark-Glass, who has died, recalling her role as Alliance's first female European Election candidate in 1994 and her contribution to the party.
Other Original release: Ford pays tribute to Mary Clark-Glass (opens in a new tab)
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Honeyford becomes chairperson of APG on sports, paying tribute to predecessor Mike Nesbitt
Alliance MLA David Honeyford says he has been named chair of the All-Party Group on Sports and Physical Recreation, thanking outgoing chair Mike Nesbitt for his work promoting dialogue on sport's role in health. He pledges to focus on grassroots sport.
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Brown resigns as MLA with immediate effect
Alliance announces that South Down MLA Patrick Brown has resigned with immediate effect for personal reasons, thanking him for his service. Brown says he is stepping aside after ten years as an elected representative and pledges continued support for Alliance.
Other Original release: Brown resigns as MLA with immediate effect (opens in a new tab)
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Mal O'Hara makes history as the first Northern Green to take a seat in Seanad Éireann
Green Party Northern Ireland leader Mal O'Hara says he is honoured to become a senator in Seanad Éireann, calling himself the first Northern Green to take a Seanad seat and stressing the need for Northern representation. He thanks parties that did not contest his seat and pledges to pursue social…
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Mal O’Hara is likely to be successfully elected to the Seanad
The Green Party welcomes news that party leader Mal O'Hara is likely to be elected unopposed to the Seanad, making him its fifth sitting Senator. O'Hara says a Northern Ireland voice must remain in the Seanad and pledges to amplify voices from across the north.
Other Environment and climate Original release: Mal O’Hara is likely to be successfully elected to the Seanad (opens in a new tab)
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Long congratulates Harris on becoming Taoiseach-in-waiting
Alliance Leader Naomi Long MLA congratulates Simon Harris on becoming Fine Gael leader and Taoiseach-in-waiting, saying she hopes he can maintain positive relationships with those in the north. She says she looks forward to working with him on shared challenges.
Other Original release: Long congratulates Harris on becoming Taoiseach-in-waiting (opens in a new tab)
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Long pays tribute to Varadkar following resignation announcement
Alliance Leader Naomi Long MLA pays tribute to Taoiseach Leo Varadkar following his announced resignation, praising his role in north-south relations, restoring the Executive and his engagement on local issues.
Other Constitutional affairs Original release: Long pays tribute to Varadkar following resignation announcement (opens in a new tab)
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Armstrong congratulates Community Transport on 25 years of service across NI
Alliance Communities spokesperson Kellie Armstrong MLA congratulates Community Transport on 25 years of providing affordable, accessible transport across Northern Ireland, recalling her earlier work with local community transport groups and the role minibuses play for people with limited mobility.
Infrastructure and transport Disability and equality Original release: Armstrong congratulates Community Transport on 25 years of service across NI (opens in a new tab)
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Vital that we remember the sacrifice made by those at the Somme, says Lowry
Alliance councillor Sharon Lowry, of Lisburn and Castlereagh City Council, says it is vital to remember the sacrifice of those who fought at the Somme after attending a commemorative event in France marking the 107th anniversary of the battle's start.
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Green Party Councillor for Botanic Áine Groogan will be the next Deputy Lord Mayor of Belfast
The Green Party announces that Cllr Áine Groogan, Botanic councillor, will be Belfast's deputy Lord Mayor for 2023-2024. She says she will use the role to highlight community and voluntary organisations facing Stormont cuts, and calls for faster action on climate and biodiversity.
Environment and climate Local government Original release: Green Party Councillor for Botanic Áine Groogan will be the next Deputy Lord Mayor of Belfast (opens in a new tab)
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Long sends congratulations to Their Majesties for coronation
Alliance Leader Naomi Long MLA sends congratulations to King Charles III and Queen Camilla ahead of their coronation, calling it an historic occasion and praising the King's commitment to duty and service.
Other Original release: Long sends congratulations to Their Majesties for coronation (opens in a new tab)
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This is a moment of great significance for Alliance, says Ferguson, marking historic opening of Foyle office