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Ulster Unionist Leader Mike Nesbitt MLA, and Deputy Leader, Robbie Butler MLA, have expressed condolences on the death of Pope Francis. Party Leader, Mike Nesbitt MLA said, “The Pope is always cherished by so many in this country, but Pope Francis clearly had an extra special place in the hearts of his people. “I shall […]
SDLP Newry & Armagh MLA Justin McNulty has welcomed an increase in the use of bus and rail services across the North but urged the Executive to invest in public transport and harness the opportunity it offers. It follows confirmation from Translink that they have recorded an additional three million passenger journeys for 2024/25, resulting […]
Leas Uachtarán Shinn Féin Michelle O’Neill has expressed her condolences following the death of Pope Francis. Michelle O’Neill said: “I am very sad to learn of the death of Pope Francis, a man of great faith and a strong, determined leader. “During his visit to Ireland in 2018, he spoke passionately in support of the […]
Olympian Ciara Mageean is the latest high-profile sports personality to support a road safety campaign to reduce road deaths. The Portaferry athlete has signed up to the Department for Infrastructure’s Share the Road to Zero campaign, which encourages greater responsibility and care on our roads. Mageean joins a growing list of well-known sports stars backing […]
Sinn Féin MP Paul Maskey has called on the British government to clarify the funding it will provide to redevelop Casement Park. He was speaking after a rally, calling for progress at the stadium, was held in West Belfast and attended by hundreds of Gaels from across the city and beyond. “Today, the message was […]
SDLP MLA Justin McNulty has hailed Taoiseach Micheál Martin’s landmark announcement of an additional €1 billion for the Shared Island Fund as a historic investment in reconciliation, partnership, and practical progress across the island of Ireland. Newry & Armagh MLA Justin McNulty said: “This funding is a powerful statement of intent. It reflects the very […]
Newry & Armagh MLA Aoife Finnegan has said that it is crucial that we continue to support our farmers in implementing sustainable practices to meet net-zero targets.’ The Sinn Féin MLA was speaking after attending the recent Ulster Farmers Union Family Day. The MLA said, “We had a fantastic day at the Ulster Farmers’ Union’s […]
SDLP Newry and Armagh MLA Justin McNulty has welcomed the announcement from Health Minister Mike Nesbitt that the cross-border healthcare scheme is to be reintroduced, calling it a “vital opportunity” to strengthen health services in the region. McNulty is urging the Department of Health to ensure that Daisy Hill Hospital is positioned as a key […]
SDLP South Down MLA Colin McGrath has called for people to take greater care in the vicinity of the Mourne Mountains to end regular fires. He was speaking after the latest major incident at the weekend. South Down MLA Mr McGrath said: “There are a number of reasons these fires start, from particular practices to […]
SDLP Newry & Armagh MLA Justin McNulty has urged the UK Government to end their objections to a public inquiry into the murder of Sean Brown. The Court of Appeal ruled the government’s refusal to hold an inquiry unlawful on Thursday. Mr McNulty said it was disgraceful that the Brown family had faced so many […]
SDLP Infrastructure Spokesperson Mark H Durkan MLA has said a manufactured row over Irish language signage at Grand Central Station is a distraction from Executive failure. He was speaking after work to introduce the signage was paused due to potential legal action. Foyle MLA Mark H Durkan said: “This is far from the first time […]
Sinn Féin MLA Cathal Boylan has called for improved autism services and greater inclusion of people with autism in everyday life. April 1 marks the beginning of World Autism Month and Cathal Boylan commended groups like Autism NI for their advocacy in raising awareness. The Chair of the All-Party Group on Autism said: “The aim […]
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