Constitutional affairs
The constitutional status of Northern Ireland, Irish unity, the Union, Brexit, the Windsor Framework, the Good Friday Agreement and the operation of the institutions.
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| Period | Alliance | DUP | Sinn Féin | UUP | SDLP | TUV | Green Party | PBP | Aontú |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 2025 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Dec 2025 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Jan 2026 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Feb 2026 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Mar 2026 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Apr 2026 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| May 2026 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Jun 2026 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Jul 2026 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Aug 2026 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Sept 2026 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Oct 2026 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| Nov 2026 | 1 | 1 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Subtopics
- Union and Irish unity: 5 – Northern Ireland’s constitutional future, border polls and the Union.
- Brexit and the Windsor Framework: 11 – The Protocol, Windsor Framework, Irish Sea border and Stormont brake.
- Stormont institutions: 5 – The Assembly and Executive, their functioning, collapse or reform, and the Good Friday Agreement institutions.
- Elections and democracy: 1 – Elections, electoral administration, candidate selections and democratic processes.
Latest releases
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Fine Gael proposals on Irish unity a welcome step forward – Mary Lou McDonald
The party President Mary Lou McDonald welcomes Fine Gael's Irish reunification proposals, calling for a serious programme of planning and preparation.
Original release: Fine Gael proposals on Irish unity a welcome step forward – Mary Lou McDonaldArchived copy, Internet Archive capture of 8 November 2026
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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.
Original release: Pulling Stormont Brake is another DUP stunt, says TennysonArchived copy, Internet Archive capture of 8 November 2026
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Unionist Leaders and Inter-Trade UK Business Association urge the Secretary of State to stop EU Regulation 2026/2108 deepening the Irish Sea customs border
The party, TUV and Inter-Trade UK Business Association urge the Secretary of State to stop EU Regulation 2026/2108 deepening the Irish Sea customs border, citing negative consequences for Northern Ireland businesses.
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Joint statement by leaders of the UUP and TUV and the Chair of the Inter-Trade UK Business Association on Stormont Brake
The party and the UUP express concerns about EU customs law and its impact on Northern Ireland businesses.
Original release: Joint statement by leaders of the UUP and TUV and the Chair of the Inter-Trade UK Business Association on Stormont BrakeArchived copy, Internet Archive capture of 8 November 2026
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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.
Original release: SDLP launches three-stage reform plan to end Stormont paralysis
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TUV Welcomes The Triggering of the Stormont Brake After a Month of Drawing Attention to Dangerous New EU Regulation
The party welcomes the triggering of the Stormont Brake in response to EU Regulation 2026/2108, a dangerous new EU regulation. The party's Leader, Jim Allister KC MP, had previously highlighted the regulation's problems.
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Kearney calls for urgent action to remove barriers facing cross-border workers
The party MLA Declan Kearney calls for urgent action to address barriers for cross-border workers, citing the need for greater integration of the all-island economy to deliver economic growth and shared prosperity.
Original release: Kearney calls for urgent action to remove barriers facing cross-border workers
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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.
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.
Original release: Hanna welcomes Taoiseach’s New Ireland Commitment
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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.
Original release: O’Toole: People Deserve a Future Beyond Political Petulance