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The SDLP is calling on the Executive to provide a support package to help families struggling with the spike in energy costs. Prices have risen sharply following the outbreak of conflict involving the US, Israel and Iran. SDLP Leader of the Opposition Matthew O’Toole MLA has submitted an urgent question to Economy Minister Caoimhe Archibald […]
Infrastructure Minister Liz Kimmins has confirmed that St Patrick’s Day will now be treated as a non-charge day for Controlled Parking Zones (CPZs). This follows a change in legislation that brings St Patrick’s Day into line with other holiday periods. The change will apply to Controlled Parking Zones in Belfast, Newry and Lisburn. Minister Kimmins […]
Sinn Féin Leader Mary Lou McDonald T.D this morning led a party delegation to meet with British Prime Minister Keir Starmer. She was accompanied by Deputy Leader Michelle O’Neill MLA, and Pat Cullen MP. Ms. McDonald said “As we approach the thirtieth anniversary of the Good Friday Agreement peace is secure, and our national journey […]
The Independent Remuneration Board (the Board), which is responsible for setting the salaries and pensions of Members of the Legislative Assembly (MLAs), has made its determination on MLA pay for the current mandate. Following a two-week consultation carried out with MLAs, the Assembly Commission and the Assembly Members’ Pension Trustees, the Board has confirmed the […]
SDLP Leader of the Opposition Matthew O’Toole MLA has said the Executive are attempting to hoodwink the public by introducing an inflation-busting rates rise without a plan for public service. Executive parties backed an increase of 5.0% for domestic properties and an increase of 3.0% for non-domestic properties. South Belfast MLA Matthew O’Toole said: “The […]
SDLP Opposition Infrastructure Spokesperson Justin McNulty MLA has challenged Infrastructure Minister Liz Kimmins to provide clarity on the timeline for delivering Residents’ Parking Zones. The Minister has announced that her department will roll out a scheme enabling residents to apply for the establishment of residential parking zones in their area to address the frustrations of […]
SDLP Justin McNulty MLA has consistently brought the issue of potholes to the Minister for Infrastructure Liz Kimmins and her Department and seeking urgent action to make our roads safe. The Minister’s constituency sits at the centre of the Newry, Mourne, and Down and Armagh, Banbridge, and Craigavon council areas, where more than a third […]
Minister Archibald has commented on the rising price of home heating oil and fuel emerging as a result of the situation in the Middle East. Minister Archibald spoke with both the British Energy Minister, Michael Shanks, and the Irish Energy Minister, Darragh O’Brien. Following those discussions, Minister Archibald said she had a constructive engagement with […]
Sinn Féin MP Dáire Hughes and local Sinn Féin Councillor Declan Murphy have welcomed confirmation that resurfacing works at Meadowbrook Park Newry, have been secured and work will commence on 27th February. Dáire Hughes MP said: “This is very welcome news for the local community, residents, families and pedestrians, and this resurfacing will significantly improve […]
DAERA Minister Andrew Muir has launched a new strategy to protect Northern Ireland’s marine environment over the next five years. The Marine Protected Areas (MPA) Strategy for the Northern Ireland Inshore Region 2025–2030 sets out how Northern Ireland will further develop and manage its network of MPAs to safeguard key habitats and species, close remaining […]
Ulster Unionist Economy spokesperson Diana Armstrong MLA has warned that rising global instability is now directly impacting households across Northern Ireland, with home heating oil prices climbing sharply. Diana Armstrong MLA said: “The escalating conflict in the middle east is once again demonstrating how events thousands of miles away can have direct and immediate consequences […]
Sinn Féin MLA Deirdre Hargey said the decision to withdraw 50:50 has had a ‘hugely negative impact’ on recruitment. The Policing Board member was speaking following a meeting with the PSNI Chief Constable, which Michelle O’Neill and Gerry Kelly also attended. “For the PSNI to succeed in delivering a modern and representative policing service, it […]
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