Alliance MLA Stephen Farry has hit out at DUP Ministers again sending out mixed signals on paramilitarism, saying the Justice Minister needs to take action to restore public confidence on the Executive’s “weak” plan to address the issue. Dr Farry was speaking after Communities Minister Paul Givan and DUP Deputy Leader Nigel Dodds were pictured […]
Paula Bradshaw MLA has said the release of a major report into the future of the health service here needs to be followed by action if any reforms are to have an effect. The Alliance South Belfast MLA was speaking after it was announced the Bengoa Report would be released on October 25. It contains […]
Naomi Long MLA and Stephen Farry MLA have paid tribute to Party Leader David Ford MLA, as he announced he will step down from the role on Thursday. “David Ford has served Alliance in a number of important roles over the years – as a Councillor, Assembly Member, negotiator, Justice Minister, General Secretary and Chief […]
The true face of the Tory party is starting to show with plans to make employers disclose what percentage of their workforce is non-British, says Alliance’s Stewart Dickson MLA. Mr Dickson was reacting to a speech at the Conservative Party conference from Home Secretary Amber Rudd. Stewart Dickson said: “I am appalled at the plans […]
David Ford MLA is to step down as Alliance Leader, effective from noon tomorrow (October 6). Mr Ford, who will continue serving as South Antrim MLA, will resign on the 15th anniversary of his taking the leadership of the party. His successor will be chosen by party members at a special Alliance Party Council on […]
Alliance Councillor Sian O’Neill has called on the Belfast Health and Social Care Trust to consider carefully the consultation to close a vital health service in Tullycarnet. Bridges Family Practice have communicated with the local community their intention to remove the branch practice facility from the area in the near future. Councillor O’Neill, who was […]
Naomi Long MLA has welcomed police action to seize two dogs in an animal welfare operation in East Belfast earlier today. The search was carried out at a property in the lower Newtownards Road area under animal welfare legislation. A 22-year-old man was arrested on suspicion of obstructing police, while a 23-year-old man was arrested […]
David Ford MLA has said Government Ministers “insulted” the Assembly and the general public after they did not attend the vast majority of an Alliance debate calling for greater openness in Executive decisions. The motion was defeated by a combined vote from DUP and Sinn Fein MLAs, alongside Justice Minister Claire Sugden. Mr Ford said […]
Alliance Finance spokesperson Stephen Farry MLA has expressed concern the revised position of UK Chancellor on underwriting EU funding programmes continues to “miss the point” by not addressing factors reducing the competitiveness of local bids in the aftermath of Brexit. Dr Farry was speaking after Philip Hammond announced the Treasury would guarantee funding for UK […]
Alliance Councillor Andrew Muir has highlighted the growing demand across the Ards and North Down Council area for additional allotment provision. Councillor Muir has been a strong advocate for allotments and was speaking after Councillors discussed an initial report from Council officers. Councillor Muir said: “There is no doubt about the wide range of benefits […]