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47 releases
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Mary Lou McDonald expresses deep sadness at death of Bloody Sunday justice campaigner John Kelly
Sinn Féin President Mary Lou McDonald pays tribute to John Kelly, who campaigned for the Bloody Sunday families, saying she is grieved by his death and praising his lifelong pursuit of truth and justice. She sends sympathies to his family and the people of Derry.
Community relations and legacy Justice and policing Issue: Death of Bloody Sunday campaigner John Kelly Original release: Mary Lou McDonald expresses deep sadness at death of Bloody Sunday justice campaigner John Kelly (opens in a new tab)Archived copy, Internet Archive capture of 8 November 2026 (opens in a new tab)
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Delargy expresses condolences on the passing of John Kelly
Sinn Féin MLA Pádraig Delargy expresses condolences on the death of John Kelly, describing him as a campaigner for truth and justice who worked to clear his brother Michael and other Bloody Sunday victims of blame.
Community relations and legacy Justice and policing Issue: Death of Bloody Sunday campaigner John Kelly Original release: Delargy expresses condolences on the passing of John Kelly (opens in a new tab)Archived copy, Internet Archive capture of 8 November 2026 (opens in a new tab)
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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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Green Party Councillor Shares Breast Cancer Diagnosis to Raise Awareness and Urge Early Detection
Green Party Councillor Lauren Kendall shares her breast cancer diagnosis to raise awareness of symptoms and urge women to seek prompt GP advice. She also says she waited six weeks for imaging and over 80 days for a treatment plan, and calls for more open conversations about breast health.
Health Issue: Councillor Lauren Kendall's breast cancer diagnosis Original release: Green Party Councillor Shares Breast Cancer Diagnosis to Raise Awareness and Urge Early Detection (opens in a new tab)
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Richard Boyd Barrett Speaking in Derry 54th Anniversary of Bloody Sunday
People Before Profit TD Richard Boyd Barrett says he will attend the Bloody Sunday anniversary in Derry, sending solidarity to the families and campaigners and calling for accountability for state killings. He criticises the £4.3 million spent defending Soldier F, the Legacy Act and British…
Community relations and legacy International affairs Original release: Richard Boyd Barrett Speaking in Derry 54th Anniversary of Bloody Sunday (opens in a new tab)
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Bloody Sunday 54th Anniversary Meeting with Richard Boyd Barrett TD in Derry
People Before Profit announces a Bloody Sunday 54th anniversary public meeting in Derry featuring Richard Boyd Barrett TD on 31 January, and urges supporters to join the 1 February march for justice over the acquittal of Soldier F.
Community relations and legacy International affairs Original release: Bloody Sunday 54th Anniversary Meeting with Richard Boyd Barrett TD in Derry (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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Guy pays tribute to those campaigning for Harry’s Law.
Alliance MLA Michelle Guy pays tribute to Deirdre Shakespeare and her family for their strength and dedication after the release of an ombudsman findings on the treatment of Harry, her son.
Health Disability and equality Original release: Guy pays tribute to those campaigning for Harry’s Law. (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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Justice for victims and families too-long fought for, says Guy, marking Loughinisland anniversary
Community relations and legacy Justice and policing Original release: Justice for victims and families too-long fought for, says Guy, marking Loughinisland anniversary (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)