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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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Thoughts with families of those killed in the Greysteel massacre, says Brown-Stewart, marking the 33rd anniversary
Alliance Party’s East Londonderry spokesperson, Alderman Richard Brown Stewart, expresses sympathy for the families of those killed in the Greysteel massacre on its 33rd anniversary.
Community relations and legacy Issue: Greysteel massacre 33rd anniversary Original release: Thoughts with families of those killed in the Greysteel massacre, says Brown-Stewart, marking the 33rd anniversary (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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Long pays tribute to early intervention counsellors in Nexus NI pilot project
Justice Minister Naomi Long pays tribute to counsellors delivering the Crisis De-escalation Service, a pilot early intervention scheme run by Nexus NI for survivors of sexual violence and abuse. She says it helps survivors while they wait for longer-term counselling.
Justice and policing Health Original release: Long pays tribute to early intervention counsellors in Nexus NI pilot project (opens in a new tab)
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Long pays tribute to Sir Kenneth Bloomfield following his passing
Alliance Leader Naomi Long MLA pays tribute to Sir Kenneth Bloomfield, the late former senior civil servant, recalling his public service, his time as Victims' Commissioner, and his family's experience during the Troubles, and offers sympathy to his family.
Other Community relations and legacy Original release: Long pays tribute to Sir Kenneth Bloomfield following his passing (opens in a new tab)
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Ulster Rugby Foundation is great example of sport working for entire community, says Honeyford
Alliance Lagan Valley MLA David Honeyford praises the Ulster Rugby Foundation at its official launch, saying its first year of work across the province will benefit individuals and communities. He says sport can build a shared and integrated community.
Community relations and legacy Original release: Ulster Rugby Foundation is great example of sport working for entire community, says Honeyford (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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Cllr Áine Groogan sends a message of Solidarity to women in Palestine
Green Party councillor Áine Groogan marks International Women's Day by expressing solidarity with Palestinian women, citing reported rises in miscarriage and maternal morbidity, detention, threats of sexual violence and the risks faced by young women journalists in Gaza.
International affairs Justice and policing Original release: Cllr Áine Groogan sends a message of Solidarity to women in Palestine (opens in a new tab)
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Naomi Long says it is an honour and privilege to be returned as Justice Minister
Alliance leader Naomi Long MLA says she is honoured to be re-elected Justice Minister after a cross-community Assembly vote. She says she will press ahead with sentencing reform and a hate crime bill, and thanks Justice Department staff for their work during the absence of Ministers.
Justice and policing Original release: Naomi Long says it is an honour and privilege to be returned as Justice Minister (opens in a new tab)
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Thoughts with families on this 30th anniversary, says Long
Alliance Leader Naomi Long MLA says her thoughts are with the families, survivors and community of Greysteel on the 30th anniversary of the 1993 Rising Sun bar killings. Limavady Alliance Councillor Amy Mairs calls for remembrance of the price of violence and rejection of division.
Community relations and legacy Original release: Thoughts with families on this 30th anniversary, says Long (opens in a new tab)
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Long pays tribute to victims of Shankill bombing on 30th anniversary
Alliance leader Naomi Long MLA honours those killed and injured in the 1993 Shankill Road bombing on its 30th anniversary, following a memorial service at West Kirk Presbyterian Church. She expresses sympathy for bereaved families, survivors and first responders, and calls for reflection on…
Community relations and legacy Original release: Long pays tribute to victims of Shankill bombing on 30th anniversary (opens in a new tab)
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Lasting legacy of Omagh bomb will be unconquerable community spirit of town, says Donnelly
Alliance Councillor Stephen Donnelly says the community spirit that grew in Omagh after the bombing will be its enduring legacy, marking 25 years since the Real IRA attack. Alliance Leader Naomi Long MLA calls for anyone with information to come forward and for armed groups to end their campaigns.
Community relations and legacy Justice and policing Original release: Lasting legacy of Omagh bomb will be unconquerable community spirit of town, says Donnelly (opens in a new tab)
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McKinney marks anniversary of Srebrenica genocide
Alliance Waterside representative Philip McKinney says nobody should be targeted for national identity, ethnicity, religion or political opinion, marking the anniversary of the Srebrenica genocide. He points to a memorial tree planted in St Columb's Park and council offices lit green.
Community relations and legacy International affairs Original release: McKinney marks anniversary of Srebrenica genocide (opens in a new tab)
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Alliance Councillors pay tribute to victims and survivors of Coleraine bombings, ahead of memorial service
Alliance councillors pay tribute to victims and survivors of the 1973 Coleraine bombings ahead of a memorial service marking the 50th anniversary, which will include a permanent memorial unveiling. Alderman Yvonne Boyle says those affected remain in her thoughts and calls for unity against…
Community relations and legacy Original release: Alliance Councillors pay tribute to victims and survivors of Coleraine bombings, ahead of memorial service (opens in a new tab)
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Let’s make St Patrick’s Day 2023 memorable, says Nicholl
Alliance South Belfast MLA Kate Nicholl urges people to mark the holiday in a considerate way that respects neighbours and avoids unnecessary disruption, while celebrating Irish heritage, music and culture peacefully.
Community relations and legacy Original release: Let’s make St Patrick’s Day 2023 memorable, says Nicholl (opens in a new tab)
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Victims of terrorism must always be remembered, says Eastwood
Alliance Legacy spokesperson Sorcha Eastwood MLA says victims of terrorism must be remembered for years after attacks, ahead of European Day of Remembrance, and calls for lasting support mechanisms for victims and families. She also condemns the recent shooting of DCI John Caldwell and urges…
Community relations and legacy Justice and policing Original release: Victims of terrorism must always be remembered, says Eastwood (opens in a new tab)
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We deserve every seat we have at every table, says McAllister, marking International Women’s Day 2023
Alliance North Belfast MLA Nuala McAllister marks International Women's Day 2023 by paying tribute to female party colleagues, citing legislation under Naomi Long as Justice Minister and Michelle Kelly's Belfast City Council changes. She calls for continued work on equity, including accessible and…
Disability and equality Justice and policing Original release: We deserve every seat we have at every table, says McAllister, marking International Women’s Day 2023 (opens in a new tab)
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Nicholl marks Martin Luther King Day and says his fight against racial inequality is still just as relevant today
Alliance Spokesperson for Migration Kate Nicholl MLA marks Martin Luther King Day, saying his fight against racial inequality remains as relevant today. She cites the 2022 killing of Keenan Anderson by Los Angeles police and says Black communities face violence from both police and white…
Disability and equality Justice and policing Original release: Nicholl marks Martin Luther King Day and says his fight against racial inequality is still just as relevant today (opens in a new tab)