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Nicola Grant workers party representative is calling on all Northern Ireland MPs to oppose the government welfare bill in Westminster next Tuesday. Already over 120 Labour MPs have signed the amendment calling for a pause on the changes, including further consultations and for support to be in place before any further cuts are made. They […]
Newry City Sinn Féin Councillor Cathal King has said that the 25 Míle Great March for Gaza that took place last Saturday was a powerful symbol of solidarity with the suffering Palestinian people. The Councillor said, “A heartfelt well done to the organisers for their incredible efforts in bringing this together, and to all those […]
As a strong advocate for all things farming in Northern Ireland, Upper Bann MP Carla Lockhart is encouraging members of the public to support the Bank of Ireland Open Farm weekend – commencing on Saturday, 14th June. “Launched in 2012, the free on-farm experience is a showcase for the province’s vibrant farming industry. The two-day event […]
SDLP Leader of the Opposition Matthew O’Toole has said that name-calling and slurs from the Alliance Party will not detract from the fact that the only viable route back in to the EU is a new Ireland. He was speaking after an SDLP Opposition Day motion on rejoining the EU was defeated in the Assembly […]
Sinn Féin MP for Newry and Armagh, Dáire Hughes, has said that the Joint Oireachtas Committee on the Implementation of the Good Friday Agreement must build on the good work of the last term, especially on legacy, all-island healthcare and planning for constitutional change. Speaking at the first meeting of the Committee, Dáire Hughes MP […]
Aontú Leader Peadar Tóibín has said that the unveiling of a new policy by the British Prime Minister yesterday that includes new strict enforcement measures to reduce inward migration to Britain will inevitably mean more people entering the island of Ireland for asylum and economic migration. The Meath West TD said: “The new policy outlined […]
TUV leader and North Antrim MP Jim Allister today tabled the following Early Day Motion in the Commons: That this House condemns without equivocation the menacing incitement to murder public servants by the renegade group Kneecap; believes public confidence in the justice system requires police and prosecutory action against these purveyors of hate, particularly following […]
Claire Hanna MP has paid tribute to Pope Francis following his death at the age of 88. Claire Hanna MP said: “Pope Francis’s passing will be mourned not only by those of the Catholic faith, but by people across the world. He was a leader of humanity and authenticity, deeply attuned to the real lives […]
Sinn Féin MP Dáire Hughes has slammed those responsible for abusing international Daisy Hill Hospital Staff. Recently five doctors and their families were enjoying a day out in a local play park when they were subject to vile racist abuse. Condemning the incident, the Newry and Armagh MP said, “This is absolutely disgraceful and disgusting […]
Sinn Féin MP for Newry and Armagh has welcomed confirmation that Newry will be hosting its own Parkrun, with the first event to take place in the very near future. Speaking after meeting with Parkrun organisers, Dáire Hughes MP said; “I’m delighted to see that the hugely successful Parkrun initiative is coming to Newry. Parkrun […]
South Down MP, Chris Hazzard, has slammed those involved in starting wildfires in Mourne Mountains in recent days and called for them to be held to account. Over 100 firefighters tackled the blaze which started on Saturday and stretched for approximately two miles close to forestry and property. The fire service also stated that the […]
SDLP Foyle MLA Mark H Durkan has questioned the Executive parties’ rejection of support for those impacted by welfare cuts from the UK Government. He was speaking after an SDLP proposal for the Communities Minister to work with the Finance Minister on the development of a mitigation package was defeated. Mr Durkan said it was […]
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