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Political leadership needed to promote PSNI recruitment - Clarke
DUP MLA Trevor Clarke rejects calls by ex-Policing Board vice-chair Denis Bradley for a deal with dissident republicans to boost Catholic PSNI recruitment. He says terrorists must not be bargained with or given a say, and urges Sinn Fein, the SDLP and the GAA to publicly back recruitment.
Justice and policing Community relations and legacy Issue: PSNI 25th anniversary Original release: Political leadership needed to promote PSNI recruitment - Clarke (opens in a new tab)Archived copy, Internet Archive capture of 8 November 2026 (opens in a new tab)
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Threat to police officers families condemned
DUP Leader Sir Jeffrey Donaldson and DUP Policing Board representative Trevor Clarke MLA condemn a threat made against families of police officers, say the perpetrators must be brought to justice, urge stronger support for the PSNI and call on the Government to address policing budget shortfalls.
Justice and policing Issue: Arm na Poblachta threats to police officers' families Original release: Threat to police officers families condemned (opens in a new tab)
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PSNI must not participate in political activity whilst in uniform
DUP Policing Board representative and South Antrim MLA Trevor Clarke welcomes the PSNI decision to bar uniformed officers from Belfast Pride, saying political events risk damaging public confidence. He calls for equal treatment of officers from unionist backgrounds regarding Loyal Order membership.
Justice and policing Disability and equality Issue: PSNI decision on uniformed officers at Belfast Pride parade Original release: PSNI must not participate in political activity whilst in uniform (opens in a new tab)
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Commemorating the Lives of Sergeant Gilgunn & Constable Montgomery
DUP MP Gregory Campbell and MLA Gary Middleton mark the 1972 IRA killing of two RUC officers on Creggan Hill, Londonderry, with a wreath-laying at the Cenotaph. Campbell says the men must not be forgotten and warns against attempts to rewrite the Troubles' history.
Community relations and legacy Justice and policing Original release: Commemorating the Lives of Sergeant Gilgunn & Constable Montgomery (opens in a new tab)
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Unionist attempt to remove me as Chair of PCSP fails – Lynch
Sinn Féin councillor Declan Lynch says an attempt by unionist parties to oust him as chair of Lisburn and Castlereagh's Policing and Community Safety Partnership failed at Tuesday's full council meeting. He pledges to keep representing people across Lisburn and the Lagan Valley.
Justice and policing Local government Issue: Unionist motion to replace PCSP chair at Lisburn and Castlereagh council Original release: Unionist attempt to remove me as Chair of PCSP fails – Lynch (opens in a new tab)Archived copy (captured later), Internet Archive capture of 9 November 2026 (opens in a new tab)
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Leadership means more than making speeches: Bradley
DUP East Londonderry MLA Maurice Bradley says the UUP must show its opposition to ending emergency surgery at Causeway Hospital is more than rhetoric. He challenges UUP leader Jon Burrows to use his leadership influence, and asks why the UUP health minister remains in post if Burrows lacks…
Health Issue: Causeway Hospital emergency surgery removal UUP leader comments Original release: Leadership means more than making speeches: Bradley (opens in a new tab)
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No confidence motion submitted to Policing Board
DUP Leader Sir Jeffrey Donaldson says a motion of no confidence in PSNI Chief Constable Simon Byrne has been tabled, after the Chief Constable cancelled a planned meeting with the party. South Antrim MLA Trevor Clarke, the DUP's lead Policing Board member, cites a court ruling on political…
Justice and policing Issue: No confidence motion against PSNI Chief Constable Simon Byrne Original release: No confidence motion submitted to Policing Board (opens in a new tab)
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Girvan marks 15th anniversary of Massereene attack
DUP MP Paul Girvan marks the 15th anniversary of the Massereene Barracks shooting, remembering soldiers Mark Quinsey and Patrick Azimkar and Constable Stephen Carroll. He says Northern Ireland must not become complacent and credits police and security services for thwarting attempts to undermine…
Community relations and legacy Justice and policing Original release: Girvan marks 15th anniversary of Massereene attack (opens in a new tab)
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Shannon challenges insult to Royal Ulster Constabulary
Strangford MP Jim Shannon challenges a Daily Mirror editorial that described the Royal Ulster Constabulary as 'discredited', insisting the RUC was transformed rather than disbanded. He demands a retraction on the same page and an apology.
Justice and policing Community relations and legacy Issue: Daily Mirror editorial describing the Royal Ulster Constabulary as discredited Original release: Shannon challenges insult to Royal Ulster Constabulary (opens in a new tab)
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No sensitivity to officers working in challenging circumstances:…
DUP Policing Board lead Trevor Clarke responds to a Police Ombudsman finding that an officer lacked sensitivity at an Ormeau Road event, arguing officers were under pressure and were let down by senior ranks. He says the Schoffield judgement showed Sinn Féin views shaped PSNI decisions and calls…
Justice and policing Issue: Police Ombudsman report on officer conduct at Ormeau Road event Original release: No sensitivity to officers working in challenging circumstances:… (opens in a new tab)
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DUP representatives mark 17th anniversary of Massereene attack
The DUP's South Antrim MLA Trevor Clarke and colleagues honour the two soldiers killed at Massereene Barracks ahead of the 17th anniversary, warning against groups seeking to continue such violence and against romanticising terrorism.
Justice and policing Community relations and legacy Original release: DUP representatives mark 17th anniversary of Massereene attack (opens in a new tab)
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Burrows comments on PSNI misogyny “tone-deaf and deeply concerning”, says McAllister
Alliance MLA Nuala McAllister criticises UUP leader Jon Burrows for comments downplaying misogyny in the PSNI, following a review that found institutional misogyny in the police handling of a murder case. She urges him to reflect on his remarks.
Justice and policing Disability and equality Issue: Katie Simpson Review findings Original release: Burrows comments on PSNI misogyny “tone-deaf and deeply concerning”, says McAllister (opens in a new tab)
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Clarke speaks up for police rank-and-file
DUP Policing Board lead Trevor Clarke MLA urges Chief Constable Simon Byrne to ensure cuts to PSNI numbers do not fall disproportionately on rank-and-file officers. He warns the force is heading towards 6,000 officers, criticises the recruitment pause and planned senior promotion competitions.
Justice and policing Public finance and taxation Original release: Clarke speaks up for police rank-and-file (opens in a new tab)
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Storey marks centenary of RUCR
DUP Ballymoney councillor Mervyn Storey commends those behind the centenary events marking 100 years of the Royal Ulster Constabulary Reserve, paying tribute to RUC officers and their families. He cites 312 officers murdered and 1,183 families forced to move during the Troubles, and says the DUP…
Justice and policing Community relations and legacy Issue: RUCR centenary commemoration events October 2022 Original release: Storey marks centenary of RUCR (opens in a new tab)
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Police officers deserve protection: Clarke
DUP MLA Trevor Clarke says police officers facing threats from dissident republicans deserve protection, including firearms, and opposes any reduction in officers' security. He responds to a Policing Board special report on PSNI use of force.
Justice and policing Issue: Policing Board report on PSNI officer arming Original release: Police officers deserve protection: Clarke (opens in a new tab)
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Impact of policing cuts must be grasped
DUP East Londonderry MLA Maurice Bradley says a Policing Board Resources Committee presentation showed a crisis facing the PSNI this financial year, including a projected loss of 75 officers. He warns that shift pattern reviews could further cut neighbourhood policing resources.
Justice and policing Public finance and taxation Issue: PSNI projected loss of 75 officers presented to Policing Board Original release: Impact of policing cuts must be grasped (opens in a new tab)
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DUP will oppose ‘unjustified’ increase in firearm licencing fees
DUP Policing Board representative Trevor Clarke MLA says his party will oppose the Department of Justice's proposed 153% rise in firearms licensing fees, calling it unjustified. He urges the Minister to pause the consultation until an independent review of PSNI firearms branch is completed.
Justice and policing Public finance and taxation Issue: Department of Justice proposed 153% firearms licensing fee increase Original release: DUP will oppose ‘unjustified’ increase in firearm licencing fees (opens in a new tab)
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Long condemns attack in Dunmurry
Alliance Party Leader Naomi Long MLA condemns the car bomb attack outside Dunmurry police station in Belfast, saying lives were put at risk and praising officers who responded to the scene.
Justice and policing Issue: Explosion outside Dunmurry police station Original release: Long condemns attack in Dunmurry (opens in a new tab)
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Our armed forces personnel will always be a priority – Buckley
DUP Lagan Valley candidate Jonathan Buckley pledges to press for better support for armed forces personnel, veterans and their families at Westminster, including expanding the Covenant Duty and ending War Pensions being counted as income for benefits.
Social security and welfare Original release: Our armed forces personnel will always be a priority – Buckley (opens in a new tab)
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Eastwood condemns chilling attack on police officer
SDLP Leader Colum Eastwood MP condemns a violent assault on a police officer in Omagh, describing it as a chilling act against someone serving his community. He says the attackers are fighting the people of Ireland who chose peace, not the PSNI or British Government, and says he will raise the…
Justice and policing Issue: Omagh shooting of police officer attempted murder Original release: Eastwood condemns chilling attack on police officer (opens in a new tab)
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Clarke welcomes assurance on Police Officer PPWs
DUP Policing Board representative Trevor Clarke MLA welcomes the Chief Constable's reassurance that officers will keep personal protection weapons, citing a recent rise in dissident republican activity and the current severe terror threat level.
Justice and policing Issue: Chief Constable assurance on officers' personal protection weapons Original release: Clarke welcomes assurance on Police Officer PPWs (opens in a new tab)
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Police misconduct hearings must not jeopardise officer safety
DUP Policing Board representative and South Antrim MLA Trevor Clarke says public hearings for police misconduct proceedings would endanger officers and their families given the dissident republican threat, and calls for reforms that address delays in misconduct cases instead.
Justice and policing Issue: Public hearings for police misconduct proceedings proposal Original release: Police misconduct hearings must not jeopardise officer safety (opens in a new tab)
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We encourage careers in the PSNI & Prison Service
The DUP joins other NI party leaders in a joint statement backing Prison and PSNI staff after video footage showed people removing Prison Service recruitment adverts and posting anti-PSNI posters. It condemns threats and intimidation and encourages careers in both services.
Justice and policing Issue: Sinn Fein refusal to sign joint statement on PSNI and Prison Service recruitment Original release: We encourage careers in the PSNI & Prison Service (opens in a new tab)
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Dunne helps mark 100 years of policing at Stormont
DUP MLA Stephen Dunne, North Down, says he was honoured to host the NI Retired Police Officers Association at Stormont to mark 100 years of policing, with former Chief Constable Sir Ronnie Flanagan as guest of honour.
Justice and policing Original release: Dunne helps mark 100 years of policing at Stormont (opens in a new tab)
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McReynolds condemns those behind security alert in East Belfast
Alliance East Belfast MLA Peter McReynolds condemns those behind a suspicious device found on Dundela Street, which forced residents to be evacuated, and thanks the PSNI for its handling. He urges anyone with information to contact police.
Justice and policing Issue: Dundela Street suspicious device and East Belfast security alert Original release: McReynolds condemns those behind security alert in East Belfast (opens in a new tab)
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PSNI budget crisis threatens to embolden those engaged in criminality
DUP Policing Board representative Trevor Clarke, South Antrim MLA, warns that PSNI budget cuts costing 309 officers and 115 staff threaten to embolden criminality and reduce victim protections, and calls on the Secretary of State to provide resources.
Justice and policing Public finance and taxation Issue: PSNI police officer and support staff cuts due to budget pressures Original release: PSNI budget crisis threatens to embolden those engaged in criminality (opens in a new tab)
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McDonough-Brown condemns South Belfast security alert
Alliance councillor Emmet McDonough-Brown condemns the suspicious devices found at a South Belfast property, describing those responsible as sinister, and urges anyone with information to contact police. He thanks the PSNI for making the area safe.
Justice and policing Issue: South Belfast suspicious devices security alert at Bentham Drive property Original release: McDonough-Brown condemns South Belfast security alert (opens in a new tab)
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Tennyson condemns sinister disruption of community policing meeting in Craigavon
Alliance Upper Bann MLA Eóin Tennyson condemns the disruption of a public Policing & Community Safety Partnership meeting in Craigavon on 27 February, which he calls a sinister, intimidatory attempt by anti-PSNI individuals. He says Alliance fully supports the PSNI and its officers.
Justice and policing Issue: Craigavon Policing & Community Safety Partnership meeting disruption Original release: Tennyson condemns sinister disruption of community policing meeting in Craigavon (opens in a new tab)
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50th anniversary reminds us there’s nothing to celebrate about the IRA
DUP MLAs Gary Middleton and Keith Buchanan mark 50 years since the 1973 killings of RUC officers in Londonderry and Pomeroy, rejecting republican efforts to portray the IRA as noble and calling for the sacrifice of the officers to be remembered.
Community relations and legacy Justice and policing Issue: 50th anniversary of 1973 RUC killings in Londonderry and Pomeroy Original release: 50th anniversary reminds us there’s nothing to celebrate about the IRA (opens in a new tab)
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Chief Constable’s resignation a step towards rebuilding confidence
DUP Leader Sir Jeffrey Donaldson welcomes the Chief Constable's decision to step down, linking it to a court ruling that PSNI senior command unlawfully disciplined two officers, and calls for a fresh start in rebuilding confidence in policing.
Justice and policing Issue: PSNI Chief Constable Simon Byrne resignation Original release: Chief Constable’s resignation a step towards rebuilding confidence (opens in a new tab)