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PSNI and Translink must investigate reports of sectarian gestures – Hargey
The party MLA Deirdre Hargey calls for investigation into sectarian gestures by loyalist bandsmen.
Community relations and legacy Justice and policing Original release: PSNI and Translink must investigate reports of sectarian gestures – HargeyArchived copy, Internet Archive capture of 8 November 2026
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Mary Lou McDonald expresses deep sadness at death of Bloody Sunday justice campaigner John Kelly
The party President Mary Lou McDonald expresses sadness at John Kelly's death. John Kelly was a campaigner for Bloody Sunday justice.
Community relations and legacy Justice and policing Original release: Mary Lou McDonald expresses deep sadness at death of Bloody Sunday justice campaigner John KellyArchived copy, Internet Archive capture of 8 November 2026
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Delargy expresses condolences on the passing of John Kelly
Pádraig Delargy expresses condolences on John Kelly's passing, praising his dedication to justice.
Community relations and legacy Justice and policing Original release: Delargy expresses condolences on the passing of John KellyArchived copy, Internet Archive capture of 8 November 2026
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Burrows challenges Chief Constable over Provisional IRA remarks
The party Leader Jon Burrows MLA criticises Chief Constable Jon Boutcher's comments on the Provisional IRA, calling its existence anathema to democracy.
Justice and policing Original release: Burrows challenges Chief Constable over Provisional IRA remarksArchived copy, Internet Archive capture of 8 November 2026
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Glorification of IRA terrorism still prominent in Mid Ulster
The party condemns the display of IRA regalia at a funeral in Clonoe, calling it the glorification of terrorism. The party's candidates express shock and disgust at the scenes.
Justice and policing Community relations and legacy Original release: Glorification of IRA terrorism still prominent in Mid UlsterArchived copy, Internet Archive capture of 8 November 2026
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SAS claims cannot override evidence or judicial findings – Finucane
John Finucane MP challenges George Simm's claims on SAS actions in Northern Ireland, defending bereaved families' rights to truth and justice.
Community relations and legacy Justice and policing Original release: SAS claims cannot override evidence or judicial findings – Finucane
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Irish Government must not cooperate with British legacy structures that undermine accountability – Matt Carthy TD
The party's spokesperson on Justice, Matt Carthy TD, urges the Minister for Justice to implement the Justice Committee's report on the Legacy of the Troubles Bill 2026, opposing changes that could weaken accountability.
Community relations and legacy Justice and policing Original release: Irish Government must not cooperate with British legacy structures that undermine accountability – Matt Carthy TD
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Reilly Secures Council Backing for Action on Economic Abuse
The party's Councillor Martin Reilly secured council backing for stronger action on economic abuse, which affects one in six women in Northern Ireland.
Justice and policing Local government Original release: Reilly Secures Council Backing for Action on Economic Abuse
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Chief Constable’s clarification changes a word, not the substance: PIRA’s stance should not shape policing
The party leader criticises DUP's handling of policing at Drumcree, citing PIRA's influence.
Justice and policing Community relations and legacy Original release: Chief Constable’s clarification changes a word, not the substance: PIRA’s stance should not shape policingArchived copy, Internet Archive capture of 8 November 2026
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Hargey calls on unionist leaders to condemn discovery of weapons linked to far-right extremists
Deirdre Hargey MLA calls on unionist leaders to condemn explosives and weapons linked to far-right extremists.
Justice and policing Original release: Hargey calls on unionist leaders to condemn discovery of weapons linked to far-right extremists
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Gerry Carroll says Far-Right the Real Danger to Community Cohesion
The party MLA Gerry Carroll responds to PSNI's investigation into extreme right-wing terrorism, stating the real threat to community cohesion comes from the far right.
Justice and policing Community relations and legacy Original release: Gerry Carroll says Far-Right the Real Danger to Community Cohesion
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Burrows rejects call for dissident deal as PSNI marks 25 years
The party Leader Jon Burrows MLA rejects a call for a deal with dissident republicans, paying tribute to the PSNI on its 25th anniversary.
Justice and policing Original release: Burrows rejects call for dissident deal as PSNI marks 25 years
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Burrows: ‘I’ll take no lectures from Sinn Féin on democracy, on equality or on the past’
Jon Burrows MLA responds to accusations of supremacist attitude from Sinn Féin's Philip McGuigan, criticising Sinn Féin's record in government and their stance on the past.
Community relations and legacy Justice and policing Issue: Philip McGuigan's Assembly speech accusing Jon Burrows MLA of supremacist attitude Original release: Burrows: ‘I’ll take no lectures from Sinn Féin on democracy, on equality or on the past’
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Political leadership needed to promote PSNI recruitment - Clarke
The party's Clarke says political leadership is needed to promote PSNI recruitment.
Justice and policing Original release: Political leadership needed to promote PSNI recruitment - Clarke
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Burrows calls for end to private fireworks sales
The party leader Jon Burrows MLA calls for fireworks law reform, including banning private sales.
Justice and policing Issue: Fireworks law reform call by party leader Jon Burrows MLA Original release: Burrows calls for end to private fireworks sales
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Bradshaw condemns DUP gaslighting over Flags Bill
The party's South Belfast representative condemns DUP attempts to delay Flags Bill.
Community relations and legacy Justice and policing Issue: DUP attempt to filibuster Flags Bill in Assembly Committee Stage Original release: Bradshaw condemns DUP gaslighting over Flags Bill
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Attacks on Rasharkin Orange Hall
The party's North Antrim MP Jim Allister welcomes Rasharkin Chosen Few's statement on attacks on their hall, criticising Sinn Fein for glorifying terrorism.
Justice and policing Community relations and legacy Issue: Rasharkin attacks Original release: Attacks on Rasharkin Orange Hall
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Sinn Féin will oppose any attempt to place British state forces beyond reach of accountability – Finucane
The party opposes British government proposals to give the Attorney General final say over conflict-related prosecutions, which they claim undermines the independence of the prosecution service and creates a two-tier justice system. This concerns party MP John Finucane.
Justice and policing Community relations and legacy Issue: British government proposals to give Attorney General final say on conflict-related prosecutions Original release: Sinn Féin will oppose any attempt to place British state forces beyond reach of accountability – Finucane
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Alliance need to stop making excuses for law-breakers
The Alliance party is criticised for making excuses for law-breakers.
Justice and policing Original release: Alliance need to stop making excuses for law-breakers
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Egan welcomes Bail Support Pilot for women
The party welcomes a Bail Support Pilot for women, led by Minister Long. The pilot aims to provide early intervention for women on remand.
Justice and policing Disability and equality Issue: Bail Support Pilot announcement Original release: Egan welcomes Bail Support Pilot for women