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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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The Aontú Week That Was..
Aontú leader Peadar Tóibín says the government could offset Electric Ireland's 8% electricity and 7.7% gas price rises using ESB's profits, and calls for Re-turn bosses to appear before an Oireachtas committee, saying the scheme must reform or end.
Economy and employment Immigration Original release: The Aontú Week That Was.. (opens in a new tab)
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Irish Language Policy: AN GHAEILGE FAOI BHLÁTH NÓ FAOI BHAGAIRT?
People Before Profit says it supports the Irish language movement and the right of people across Ireland, North and South, to live fully through Irish. It argues partition divides Irish speakers and calls for uniting Gaeltacht, non-Gaeltacht, urban and rural communities into one movement.
Disability and equality Original release: Irish Language Policy: AN GHAEILGE FAOI BHLÁTH NÓ FAOI BHAGAIRT? (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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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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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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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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Never Again: Why We Remember The Holocaust
People Before Profit marks 80 years since the liberation of Auschwitz-Birkenau, warning that fascism grows from racism and antisemitism. It cites the AfD in Germany, Elon Musk's rally appearance and online conspiracy theories in Ireland, and urges socialists to oppose all racism, including…
Disability and equality International affairs Original release: Never Again: Why We Remember The Holocaust (opens in a new tab)
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‘No Dignity in Lying’: Carla Lockhart
DUP MLA Carla Lockhart argues that the 'dignity' language used by assisted suicide campaigners, such as Dignity in Dying, is a misleading framing. She says legalising assisted suicide would lower the perceived worth of disabled, poor and homeless people, citing a Canadian poll on MAID eligibility.
Disability and equality Health Original release: ‘No Dignity in Lying’: Carla Lockhart (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.
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Belfast can become more inclusive, says incoming Alliance Lord Mayor
Alliance's South Belfast Councillor Micky Murray, incoming Lord Mayor, says he wants Belfast to become a more inclusive, livable and caring city during his term from 3 June. He pledges to meet people across the city, prioritise supporting vulnerable people and represent the LGBTQ+ community.
Disability and equality Local government Original release: Belfast can become more inclusive, says incoming Alliance Lord Mayor (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.
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Transformation of Special Educational Needs essential – Givan
The DUP's Education Minister Paul Givan reaffirms his commitment to transform the Special Educational Needs system in Northern Ireland, following a visit to Fleming Fulton School. He says children with SEN do not always achieve the same outcomes as peers and will press Executive colleagues for…
Education Disability and equality Original release: Transformation of Special Educational Needs essential – Givan (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…
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Today is a good day for Northern Ireland
The DUP welcomes what it describes as a good day for Northern Ireland, though the release provides no further detail on the specific development it refers to.
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DUP Statement
The DUP issues a statement titled "DUP Statement", but the release text contains no further content, so it does not specify any position, call or announcement.
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Lions Roar - Party Conference Edition
The DUP publishes a "Lions Roar - Party Conference Edition" newsletter, with the release text containing only the title and no further details on its contents.
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25 Years Of The Good Friday Agreement – Time To Make Poverty And Sectarianism History
People Before Profit publishes a special report on the impact of the Good Friday Agreement on its 25th anniversary. Councillor Shaun Harkin says the agreement failed to deliver prosperity or end sectarianism, citing poverty, food bank reliance and run-down public services.
Constitutional affairs Economy and employment Issue: 25th anniversary of the Belfast/Good Friday Agreement Original release: 25 Years Of The Good Friday Agreement – Time To Make Poverty And Sectarianism History (opens in a new tab)
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International Women’s Day
People Before Profit marks International Women's Day by arguing that housing, cost of living and health service pressures disproportionately affect women, and that women still earn 14% less than men on average. It calls for a broader fight for women's rights, including full bodily autonomy North…
Disability and equality Economy and employment Original release: International Women’s Day (opens in a new tab)