Statements similar to “Fine Gael proposals on Irish unity a welcome step forward – Mary Lou McDonald”
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SDLP Party Leader: Irish unity needs unified approach
The party Leader Claire Hanna MP welcomes Irish Government parties' recognition of the need for preparation for Ireland's constitutional future. She urges an inclusive process of engagement.
Constitutional affairs Original release: SDLP Party Leader: Irish unity needs unified approach
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Hanna welcomes Taoiseach’s New Ireland Commitment
Claire Hanna welcomes Taoiseach's New Ireland commitment, calls for cross-community plan.
Constitutional affairs Original release: Hanna welcomes Taoiseach’s New Ireland Commitment
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Hanna: UK Budget Underlines Failure of Executive to Do Its Job
The party's Leader Claire Hanna MP welcomes UK Budget support for NI households but criticises the Executive's failure to agree a Budget.
Public finance and taxation Economy and employment Original release: Hanna: UK Budget Underlines Failure of Executive to Do Its Job
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Hanna: Budget must deliver support now and invest in Northern Ireland's future
Claire Hanna MP calls for Budget support for families and long-term investment in Northern Ireland's economy.
Public finance and taxation Economy and employment Original release: Hanna: Budget must deliver support now and invest in Northern Ireland's future
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McGlone: BBC Cuts Demand Scrutiny
BBC Northern Ireland job losses and restructuring plans concern MLA Patsy McGlone.
Disability and equality Economy and employment Issue: BBC Northern Ireland job losses and restructuring plans Original release: McGlone: BBC Cuts Demand Scrutiny
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SDLP launches three-stage reform plan to end Stormont paralysis
The party launches a three-stage reform plan to end Stormont paralysis. The plan aims to strengthen democratic accountability and improve government effectiveness, as outlined by Leader Claire Hanna and Opposition Leader Matthew O'Toole.
Constitutional affairs Original release: SDLP launches three-stage reform plan to end Stormont paralysis
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New Strategy must mark a turning point for nature in Northern Ireland, says Blair
The party's MLA says the Nature Recovery Strategy marks a turning point for Northern Ireland's environment, with plans to reduce pollution and protect biodiversity.
Environment and climate Issue: Launch of Nature Recovery Strategy Original release: New Strategy must mark a turning point for nature in Northern Ireland, says Blair
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North Down Councillors blast DUP and UUP over climate hypocracy
The party criticises DUP and UUP councillors for climate action hypocrisy, calling for independent mediation on Drumcree.
Environment and climate Local government Issue: Drumcree Parades Commission ruling Original release: North Down Councillors blast DUP and UUP over climate hypocracy
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Equal citizenship is non-negotiable – Allister
The party leader Jim Allister warns that a Labour government would reverse Brexit in all but name, making the whole UK subject to EU laws.
Constitutional affairs International affairs Original release: Equal citizenship is non-negotiable – AllisterArchived copy, Internet Archive capture of 8 November 2026
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Eastwood urges UK Government to intervene over BBC NI Irish-language cuts
Colum Eastwood urges UK Government to intervene over BBC NI Irish-language cuts, citing growth in demand for Irish-medium services.
Disability and equality Issue: BBC NI Irish-language services proposed cuts announcement Original release: Eastwood urges UK Government to intervene over BBC NI Irish-language cuts
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Sinn Féin must come clean on fox hunting - Cllr Flynn
The party criticises Sinn Féin's voting record on fox hunting, calling for honesty on the issue.
Agriculture and rural affairs Issue: Parades Commission ruling Original release: Sinn Féin must come clean on fox hunting - Cllr Flynn
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Northern Ireland left behind as plug-in solar launches in Britain
The party criticises the lack of plug-in solar in Northern Ireland. Councillor Anthony Flynn raised the issue with Economy Minister Caoimhe Archibald.
Economy and employment Environment and climate Issue: plug-in solar launch in Great Britain Original release: Northern Ireland left behind as plug-in solar launches in Britain
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Pulling Stormont Brake is another DUP stunt, says Tennyson
The party criticises DUP's Brexit strategy, saying it causes uncertainty and instability.
Constitutional affairs International affairs Original release: Pulling Stormont Brake is another DUP stunt, says TennysonArchived copy, Internet Archive capture of 8 November 2026
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O’Toole: People Deserve a Future Beyond Political Petulance
The party leader Matthew O'Toole MLA criticises the DUP's actions, saying people deserve better. He announces the party's focus on building a new Ireland with hope and opportunity for all.
Constitutional affairs Original release: O’Toole: People Deserve a Future Beyond Political Petulance
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Alliance calls for progress in making Fleadh more accessible
The party calls for progress in making Fleadh more accessible, particularly for disabled people. Cllr Long is concerned.
Disability and equality Local government Original release: Alliance calls for progress in making Fleadh more accessible
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Aiken: Food checks deal welcome, but Irish Sea border is far from gone
Ulster Unionist spokesperson Dr Steve Aiken welcomes draft UK-EU food checks agreement, criticising ongoing Irish Sea border separation.
Constitutional affairs International affairs Issue: EU-UK food and plant products agreement Original release: Aiken: Food checks deal welcome, but Irish Sea border is far from gone
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Cllr Flynn welcomes supreme court ruling on religious education in schools
The party welcomes a Supreme Court ruling on religious education in schools, stating it's a chance to update NI's education framework to make every child feel welcome and respected. Cllr Flynn congratulates the father and daughter who brought the case.
Education Issue: Supreme Court ruling on mandatory Christian worship in NI schools Original release: Cllr Flynn welcomes supreme court ruling on religious education in schools
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Drumcree proving to be a pyrrhic victory for republicans – Empey
Lord Empey argues Drumcree dispute has backfired on republicans, undermining their campaign for a united Ireland.
Community relations and legacy Constitutional affairs Issue: Garvaghy Road residents' protest against Orange Order march Original release: Drumcree proving to be a pyrrhic victory for republicans – Empey
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Alliance welcomes Lower Ormeau parades decision and calls for focus on reconciliation
The party welcomes a Parades Commission decision and calls for reconciliation. The party's Councillor Emmet McDonough-Brown is involved.
Community relations and legacy Issue: Lower Ormeau parades decision Original release: Alliance welcomes Lower Ormeau parades decision and calls for focus on reconciliation
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You cannot champion the Union by leaving Northern Ireland's chair empty
The party Leader Jon Burrows criticises DUP's decision to exclude Northern Ireland from an economic forum, saying it punishes Northern Ireland and undermines the Union. He suggests Health Minister Robbie Butler should attend instead.
Constitutional affairs Economy and employment Issue: DUP's decision to exclude Northern Ireland from Economic Forum in Glasgow Original release: You cannot champion the Union by leaving Northern Ireland's chair empty
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Assembly election an opportunity to break the cycle of crises, says Tennyson, following re-selection
The party's Tennyson says the Assembly election offers a chance to break the cycle of crises, moving Northern Ireland forward.
Constitutional affairs Issue: Stormont deadlock and public services disarray Original release: Assembly election an opportunity to break the cycle of crises, says Tennyson, following re-selection
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Andrew Muir and Connie Egan selected as Alliance North Down Assembly candidates
The party announces its North Down Assembly candidates, Andrew Muir and Connie Egan, who will campaign on delivering for households and building a shared future.
Environment and climate Agriculture and rural affairs Original release: Andrew Muir and Connie Egan selected as Alliance North Down Assembly candidates
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McGrath Welcomes Significant Upgrades to Royal County Down
The party welcomes upgrades to Royal County Down golf course, says Colin McGrath MLA. He hopes it will attract the Open Championship to Newcastle.
Economy and employment Issue: Royal County Down golf course upgrade Original release: McGrath Welcomes Significant Upgrades to Royal County Down
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Unionist Unity and ‘O’Neill Must Stay’ don’t go together
The party leader Jim Allister criticises DUP's unionist unity message, saying it lacks substance and may support Sinn Fein.
Constitutional affairs Issue: DUP's unionist unity message with Sinn Fein Original release: Unionist Unity and ‘O’Neill Must Stay’ don’t go together
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SDLP Backs Bid for Third Year of Belfast Fleadh
Economy and employment Local government Original release: SDLP Backs Bid for Third Year of Belfast Fleadh
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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
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TUV welcomes Carla Lockhart move
The party leader welcomes Carla Lockhart's decision to leave the DUP, citing principle over position.
Constitutional affairs Issue: Carla Lockhart leaves the DUP Original release: TUV welcomes Carla Lockhart move
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Whitehall asleep as EU parcel tax and AI rules hit Northern Ireland
The party welcomes a proposed UK-EU SPS agreement but criticises EU customs rules and AI Act application in Northern Ireland.
Constitutional affairs International affairs Original release: Whitehall asleep as EU parcel tax and AI rules hit Northern Ireland