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106 releases
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Late Night transport a huge success for Belfast – Ní Chuilín
Sinn Féin North Belfast MLA Cáral Ní Chuilín praises the Late Night transport pilot in Belfast, citing over 43,000 journeys and more than 100 major events supported. She credits Infrastructure Minister Liz Kimmins and calls for the scheme to become permanent with Executive colleagues and the…
Infrastructure and transport Issue: Belfast Late Night transport pilot project results Original release: Late Night transport a huge success for Belfast – Ní Chuilín (opens in a new tab)Archived copy, Internet Archive capture of 17 September 2026 (opens in a new tab)
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Blacks Gate site a fantastic example of what can be achieved – Flynn
West Belfast MLA Órlaithí Flynn welcomes the redevelopment of the former Visteon site on Blacks Road into Black's Gate, which she says delivers 195 social and 48 affordable homes through a £30 million investment. She calls for continued investment in social and affordable housing.
Housing Issue: Black's Gate former Visteon site redevelopment completion Original release: Blacks Gate site a fantastic example of what can be achieved – Flynn (opens in a new tab)Archived copy, Internet Archive capture of 12 September 2026 (opens in a new tab)
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Tierney announces decision not to contest election
Former Mayor Brian Tierney, SDLP Group Leader on Derry City and Strabane District Council, says personal and professional commitments mean he will not stand for the 2027 local government election and will resign from the council early next year.
Local government Issue: Brian Tierney not contesting 2027 local election Original release: Tierney announces decision not to contest election (opens in a new tab)Archived copy (captured later), Internet Archive capture of 11 November 2026 (opens in a new tab)
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Eastwood pays tribute to Brian Tierney after decision not to contest election
SDLP Foyle MP Colum Eastwood pays tribute to Councillor Brian Tierney, who has announced he will not stand at the upcoming local government election, praising his nearly 14 years representing Ballyarnett and his time as Mayor.
Other Local government Original release: Eastwood pays tribute to Brian Tierney after decision not to contest election (opens in a new tab)Archived copy (captured later), Internet Archive capture of 11 November 2026 (opens in a new tab)
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DUP pays tribute to Billy DeCourcy
The DUP pays tribute to former Newtownabbey Borough Council member Billy DeCourcy following his death, praising his service from 2001 to 2014 in Rathcoole. Phillip Brett MLA and Lord Dodds of Duncairn say his loyalty and warmth will be remembered.
Other Local government Original release: DUP pays tribute to Billy DeCourcy (opens in a new tab)Archived copy (captured later), Internet Archive capture of 11 November 2026 (opens in a new tab)
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Hanna praises success of All Ireland Fleadh in Belfast
SDLP Leader Claire Hanna MP praises Comhaltas and Belfast City Council for a successful Fleadh Cheoil in Belfast, which she says surpassed attendance projections. SDLP Belfast City Council Group Leader Séamas de Faoite calls for more pedestrianisation, public transport and flexible licensing, and…
Local government Issue: Fleadh Cheoil na hÉireann Belfast 2026 success Original release: Hanna praises success of All Ireland Fleadh in Belfast (opens in a new tab)Archived copy (captured later), Internet Archive capture of 12 November 2026 (opens in a new tab)
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Belfast Harbour setting the pace for leadership, says Burrows
UUP leader Jon Burrows MLA praises Belfast Harbour Commissioners after a visit alongside fellow MLAs, citing their £1.3 billion investment programme, 760-plus businesses on site, and plans for 3,500 homes. He also commends their 1% reinvestment of operating profit into local communities.
Economy and employment Infrastructure and transport Original release: Belfast Harbour setting the pace for leadership, says Burrows (opens in a new tab)Archived copy (captured later), Internet Archive capture of 12 November 2026 (opens in a new tab)
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Mallaghan welcomes completion of landmark new sports facility at Mid Ulster Sports Arena
Mid Ulster MP Cathal Mallaghan welcomes the completion of an eight-lane athletics track and 3G synthetic pitch at Mid Ulster Sports Arena, delivered by Mid Ulster District Council and Sport NI. He says it will support local athletes, clubs and schools.
Infrastructure and transport Local government Issue: Mid Ulster Sports Arena athletics track and 3G pitch completion Original release: Mallaghan welcomes completion of landmark new sports facility at Mid Ulster Sports Arena (opens in a new tab)Archived copy (captured later), Internet Archive capture of 12 November 2026 (opens in a new tab)
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Reilly welcomes first bilingual directional signs erected in the heart of the Gaeltacht quarter
West Belfast MLA Aisling Reilly welcomes the start of installing new bilingual road signs and road markings across the Gaeltacht Quarter in west Belfast, calling the first directional signs a milestone and crediting Infrastructure Minister Liz Kimmins for the investment.
Disability and equality Infrastructure and transport Issue: Gaeltacht Quarter bilingual road signage installation begins Original release: Reilly welcomes first bilingual directional signs erected in the heart of the Gaeltacht quarter (opens in a new tab)
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Alderman Hazel Legge appointed President of NILGA for 2026/27
UUP congratulates Alderman Hazel Legge on being appointed President of NILGA for 2026/27. In her first address at the NILGA AGM, she urges Ministers, Departments and Assembly colleagues to involve councils earlier at the design stage and to trust local government's insight and democratic mandate.
Local government Issue: Hazel Legge appointed NILGA President for 2026/27 Original release: Alderman Hazel Legge appointed President of NILGA for 2026/27 (opens in a new tab)
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Appointment of first ever Sinn Féin Mayor for Antrim and Newtownabbey symbolises the future – Kearney
Sinn Féin MLA Declan Kearney welcomes Cllr Henry Cushinan's installation as the first Sinn Féin Mayor of Antrim and Newtownabbey Borough Council at its 2026 AGM, calling it a historic step toward equality, inclusion and a united Ireland.
Local government Issue: Henry Cushinan installed as Antrim and Newtownabbey Mayor at 2026 AGM Original release: Appointment of first ever Sinn Féin Mayor for Antrim and Newtownabbey symbolises the future – Kearney (opens in a new tab)
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Aaron McIntyre appointed Deputy Mayor of Lisburn and Castlereagh City Council
Alliance Alderman Aaron McIntyre says he is delighted to have been installed as Deputy Mayor of Lisburn and Castlereagh at the council AGM, and thanks outgoing Mayor Amanda Grehan and Deputy Mayor Hazel Legge. He pledges a busy year of city events, including Fleadh fringe events, to promote local…
Local government Original release: Aaron McIntyre appointed Deputy Mayor of Lisburn and Castlereagh City Council (opens in a new tab)
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Hedley Abernethy appointed Deputy Lord Mayor of Belfast
Alliance councillor Hedley Abernethy says he is honoured to take up the Deputy Lord Mayor of Belfast post, to be installed at tonight's Full Council meeting. He congratulates Róis-Máire Donnelly on becoming Lord Mayor and says he plans to meet residents and local organisations.
Local government Issue: Hedley Abernethy appointed Deputy Lord Mayor of Belfast Original release: Hedley Abernethy appointed Deputy Lord Mayor of Belfast (opens in a new tab)
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Repair of thousands of road defects ‘positive news’ – Boylan
Sinn Féin MLA Cathal Boylan welcomes Department for Infrastructure crews having repaired over 10,000 road defects in eight weeks, commends workers after a difficult period of bad weather, and calls for the Executive to be properly funded.
Infrastructure and transport Issue: Department for Infrastructure repair of over 10,000 road defects Original release: Repair of thousands of road defects ‘positive news’ – Boylan (opens in a new tab)
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McGlone pays tribute to James McGarvey
SDLP Mid Ulster MLA Patsy McGlone pays tribute to former councillor James McGarvey, who represented the party on Cookstown District Council for two decades, including a term as chair. McGlone recalls his civil rights background and community work.
Other Local government Original release: McGlone pays tribute to James McGarvey (opens in a new tab)
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O’Dowd congratulates Woodside Hill residents following ‘significant’ bilingual signage court case
Sinn Féin MLA John O'Dowd congratulates Woodside Hill residents in Portadown after their High Court win over Armagh, Banbridge and Craigavon Council's refusal of bilingual street signage. He says unionist councillors blocked a proposal backed by most residents and that the council wasted public…
Disability and equality Local government Issue: Woodside Hill bilingual signage High Court ruling against council Original release: O’Dowd congratulates Woodside Hill residents following ‘significant’ bilingual signage court case (opens in a new tab)
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Council supports Alliance proposal to confer Freedom of the Borough on Olympic Champion Hannah Scott MBE
Alliance says Causeway Coast and Glens Borough Council backed its motion to grant Olympic gold medallist Hannah Scott MBE the honour of freedom of the borough. Councillors Yvonne Boyle and Amy Mairs describe the vote as a source of great pride for the whole area.
Local government Issue: Causeway Coast and Glens council vote on Hannah Scott civic honour Original release: Council supports Alliance proposal to confer Freedom of the Borough on Olympic Champion Hannah Scott MBE (opens in a new tab)
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Infrastructure Minister committed to tackling road deaths – Boylan
Sinn Féin MLA Cathal Boylan praises Infrastructure Minister Liz Kimmins for launching a new anti-drug-driving campaign during Road Safety Week, saying dangerous driving devastates families and that more must be done to save lives.
Infrastructure and transport Issue: Anti-drug-driving campaign launch during Road Safety Week Original release: Infrastructure Minister committed to tackling road deaths – Boylan (opens in a new tab)
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Delargy welcomes continued success of Alchemy Business support programme
Sinn Féin MLA Pádraig Delargy welcomes the ongoing performance of the Alchemy business scheme, run by Derry City and Strabane District Council, and credits Economy Minister Caoimhe Archibald for backing it. He says it offers mentoring and funding to new and established firms.
Economy and employment Local government Original release: Delargy welcomes continued success of Alchemy Business support programme (opens in a new tab)
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DUP announces new Enniskillen Councillor
The DUP says Aaron Elliott has been co-opted to Fermanagh and Omagh District Council to fill the seat vacated by Cllr Keith Elliott, who has stepped down. Elliott pledges to serve Enniskillen residents, and DUP Leader Gavin Robinson MP welcomes him as a young, experienced addition to the team.
Local government Issue: Aaron Elliott co-option to Fermanagh and Omagh Council Original release: DUP announces new Enniskillen Councillor (opens in a new tab)