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Armstrong: We are heading somewhere ugly
UUP Deputy Leader Diana Armstrong MLA urges a shift in how politics is conducted, warning that abuse of elected representatives has sharply worsened in recent weeks. She cites a female MP given police protection over her community role, and threats against a Minister, and says public figures now…
Justice and policing Original release: Armstrong: We are heading somewhere ugly (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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Working Together for Our Veterans & Armed Forces Community
The Ulster Unionist Party calls for joint working to support veterans and the armed forces community, but the release text provided contains only the title, so no specific measures, figures or decisions can be identified.
Other Original release: Working Together for Our Veterans & Armed Forces Community (opens in a new tab)
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2026 Party Conference - Leader's Address
The DUP publishes the text of its 2026 Party Conference Leader's Address, but the release gives no detail beyond the title, so the specific positions or commitments made in the speech cannot be summarised.
Other Original release: 2026 Party Conference - Leader's Address (opens in a new tab)
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Gerry Adams’ remarks at the 36th Desmond Greaves Summer School
Former Sinn Féin President Gerry Adams, addressing the 36th Desmond Greaves Summer School, recounts Sinn Féin's role in securing repeal of the Government of Ireland Act 1920 during the Good Friday Agreement talks, crediting Desmond Greaves's writings and arguing the peace strategy aimed at…
Constitutional affairs International affairs Original release: Gerry Adams’ remarks at the 36th Desmond Greaves Summer School (opens in a new tab)
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Lockhart and Robinson: Online safety measures – devil in detail
DUP MP Carla Lockhart and MLA Alan Robinson welcome proposals to strengthen children's online protections but warn that legislation detail will be crucial. Robinson cites evidence linking social media use to harms and says VPN use could undermine any laws; Lockhart says big tech must do more.
Justice and policing Original release: Lockhart and Robinson: Online safety measures – devil in detail (opens in a new tab)
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The Aontú Week That Was..
Aontú leader Peadar Tóibín says the government could offset Electric Ireland's 8% electricity and 7.7% gas price rises using ESB's profits, and calls for Re-turn bosses to appear before an Oireachtas committee, saying the scheme must reform or end.
Economy and employment Immigration Original release: The Aontú Week That Was.. (opens in a new tab)
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Irish Language Policy: AN GHAEILGE FAOI BHLÁTH NÓ FAOI BHAGAIRT?
People Before Profit says it supports the Irish language movement and the right of people across Ireland, North and South, to live fully through Irish. It argues partition divides Irish speakers and calls for uniting Gaeltacht, non-Gaeltacht, urban and rural communities into one movement.
Disability and equality Original release: Irish Language Policy: AN GHAEILGE FAOI BHLÁTH NÓ FAOI BHAGAIRT? (opens in a new tab)
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Hanna: Planning for the future is only responsible course
SDLP's Hanna argues that preparing ahead is the only responsible approach, though the release gives no further detail on which plans, policy or issue it refers to.
Other Original release: Hanna: Planning for the future is only responsible course (opens in a new tab)
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Ulster Unionist Party Leader speaks with Taoiseach Michael Martin
Ulster Unionist Party Leader Jon Burrows MLA says he spoke by phone with Taoiseach Michael Martin, his first engagement since becoming leader, and raised legacy, the Windsor Framework and explosive material taken by the Provisional IRA from a Republic of Ireland factory.
Community relations and legacy Constitutional affairs Original release: Ulster Unionist Party Leader speaks with Taoiseach Michael Martin (opens in a new tab)
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Hunter: Social media restrictions must be considered to keep children safe online
SDLP's Hunter says limits on young people's use of social media should be weighed up to better protect children online, calling for safety on these platforms to be taken seriously.
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Reilly: New emergency department key to relieving pressure on health service
SDLP MLA Reilly says the new emergency department is key to relieving pressure on the health service. The release gives no further detail on the facility's location or opening timeline.
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Alliance focused on building better, brighter, shared future for everyone as Assembly returns for 2026, says Long
Alliance leader Naomi Long MLA says the party is committed to creating a better, shared future for all of Northern Ireland as the Assembly reconvenes for 2026, pledging improved public services, health system reform, integrated education, a sustainable economy and institutional change.
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SDLP Leader’s New Year Message
SDLP leader issues a New Year message to supporters and the public, looking ahead to 2026. The release is a general seasonal statement with no specific development, decision or announcement identified.
Other Original release: SDLP Leader’s New Year Message (opens in a new tab)
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McGrath expresses concern about health service funding
SDLP expresses concern about health service funding, according to a release titled McGrath expresses concern about health service funding. The release provides no further detail on the specific funding decision, figures or pressures involved.
Health Original release: McGrath expresses concern about health service funding (opens in a new tab)
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Health Minister: Small steps can make a big difference this winter
The Department of Health, speaking through Health Minister Mike Nesbitt during National Self-Care Week, urges the public to manage their physical health and mental wellbeing this winter, check on older neighbours, and use community pharmacies via the Pharmacy First service for minor illnesses.
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Focus should be on realistic solutions to health service challenges
DUP Health Spokesperson Diane Dodds MLA says Northern Ireland's health service needs practical investment and reform, and calls proposals for an all-Ireland healthcare system unnecessary and unrealistic. She says General Practice pressures should be tackled locally through workforce stability and…
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All-island approach needed to tackle air pollution – Finnegan
Sinn Féin MLA Aoife Finnegan calls for an all-island approach to tackle air pollution on Clean Air Day, arguing it harms health, worsens health inequalities and contributes to hundreds of deaths each year. She pledges support for the Executive and the Minister for Agriculture, Environment and…
Environment and climate Health Original release: All-island approach needed to tackle air pollution – Finnegan (opens in a new tab)
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The Chill Factor and Irish Signage
TUV says a LucidTalk survey commissioned by Analogical Research shows a "chill factor" among Unionists and Protestants towards Irish language street signs, with 88% of Unionist voters less likely to move to such a road. It claims the signs could drive ethnic cleansing and cut Unionist use of…
Disability and equality Local government Original release: The Chill Factor and Irish Signage (opens in a new tab)
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Never Again: Why We Remember The Holocaust
People Before Profit marks 80 years since the liberation of Auschwitz-Birkenau, warning that fascism grows from racism and antisemitism. It cites the AfD in Germany, Elon Musk's rally appearance and online conspiracy theories in Ireland, and urges socialists to oppose all racism, including…
Disability and equality International affairs Original release: Never Again: Why We Remember The Holocaust (opens in a new tab)
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Alliance representatives emphasise importance of regular cervical screenings during Cervical Screening Awareness Week.
Alliance MLAs Nuala McAllister and Michelle Guy urge women to attend regular cervical screening appointments, saying the tests are vital for preventing cervical cancer and calling for adequate healthcare provision during Cervical Screening Awareness Week.