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32 releases
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2026 Party Conference - Leader's Address
The DUP publishes the text of its 2026 party conference leader's address, though the release provided contains only the title and no further detail on what was said or announced.
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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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Speech by Rt. Hon. Gavin Robinson MP at 'Glasgow Twelfth'
DUP MP Gavin Robinson, speaking at the Glasgow Twelfth, says Scotland and Northern Ireland share a bond rooted in history and the Union. He argues that constitutional debate distracts from public services and that the Union is strengthened by success, and defends Orange Institution traditions…
Constitutional affairs Community relations and legacy Original release: Speech by Rt. Hon. Gavin Robinson MP at 'Glasgow Twelfth' (opens in a new tab)
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SDLP Leader Claire Hanna MP speech Future of these Islands: Preparing for Change
SDLP Leader Claire Hanna MP, speaking at a future of these islands event, argues political leaders must shape change rather than react to it and says the SDLP wants a New and agreed Ireland. She calls for cross-party working and principles to plan for a New Ireland, and invites unionist…
Constitutional affairs Community relations and legacy Original release: SDLP Leader Claire Hanna MP speech Future of these Islands: Preparing for Change (opens in a new tab)
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Hanna: Planning for the future is only responsible course
SDLP leader Claire Hanna says planning for the future is the only responsible course, though the release text provided contains only the headline and gives no detail on the specific subject or decision involved.
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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 social media access should be seriously examined as a way to protect children using online platforms, and calls for the option to be weighed up.
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McNulty: Graduated Driver Licensing an important step forward
SDLP MLA Colum Eastwood's colleague Justin McNulty welcomes the introduction of Graduated Driver Licensing as an important step forward for road safety in Northern Ireland.
Infrastructure and transport Original release: McNulty: Graduated Driver Licensing an important step forward (opens in a new tab)
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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, reflecting on the year and looking ahead to 2026. The release's full text is limited to its title, so no specific policy, decision or development is identified.
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McNulty: Delivery of rail review could transform island
SDLP's McNulty says delivery of the rail review could transform the island, highlighting the potential benefits of improved rail connections across the island of Ireland.
Infrastructure and transport Original release: McNulty: Delivery of rail review could transform island (opens in a new tab)
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Hanna: Legacy legislation must serve victims and the future
SDLP's Claire Hanna calls for legacy legislation to be designed around the needs of victims and to look ahead to the future, rather than being shaped by other priorities. The release sets out her position on how the Troubles-era legacy framework should be handled.
Community relations and legacy Original release: Hanna: Legacy legislation must serve victims and the future (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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We must remain committed to peace both at home and abroad, says Bradshaw, marking World Peace Day.
Alliance's Paula Bradshaw, South Belfast MLA, marks International Day of Peace by urging a renewed commitment to peace at home and abroad, pointing to racist and xenophobic attacks in Northern Ireland and conflicts in the Middle East, Ukraine and sub-Saharan Africa.
Community relations and legacy International affairs Original release: We must remain committed to peace both at home and abroad, says Bradshaw, marking World Peace Day. (opens in a new tab)
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A Statement from Doug Beattie MC MLA
UUP leader Doug Beattie MC MLA says he will stand down as party leader, citing irreconcilable differences with party officers, after the recent general election returned the Ulster Unionist Party to Westminster and secured a seat in the House of Lords.
Other Original release: A Statement from Doug Beattie MC MLA (opens in a new tab)
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Robinson - "keep focused on making this place prosperous"
DUP Leader Gavin Robinson MP welcomes Shadow Secretary of State Hilary Benn to Lagan Valley and urges focus on prosperity, citing fibre broadband rollout, the lowest UK unemployment rate and a rejection of a border poll.
Economy and employment Infrastructure and transport Original release: Robinson - "keep focused on making this place prosperous" (opens in a new tab)
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We are focused on the task ahead
DUP MP Gavin Robinson tells the media in Belfast that the party is concentrating on everyday concerns facing people across Northern Ireland, without naming a specific policy, decision or event.
Other Original release: We are focused on the task ahead (opens in a new tab)
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My priority is to deliver positive change for people - Lyons
DUP Communities Minister Gordon Lyons says his key priority is delivering real, positive and lasting change for people in Northern Ireland after his appointment to the department. He pledges to scrutinise spending amid budget constraints and points to housing, sports projects and employability…
Other Original release: My priority is to deliver positive change for people - Lyons (opens in a new tab)
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Today is a good day for Northern Ireland
The DUP issues a release on 31 January 2024 calling the day a positive one for Northern Ireland, but the text supplied gives no detail of the specific development it welcomes or any action it calls for.
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DUP Statement
The DUP issues a statement titled "DUP Statement", but the release text provided contains no further content, so it is not possible to say what the party is calling for or announcing.