Alliance Leader David Ford has said an attack on Istanbul’s Ataturk airport which has killed dozens of people is an “horrific attack on democracy”. Mr Ford was speaking after a gun and bomb attack killed at least 41 people and injured more than 230. Although it has not been claimed officially, it is believed Islamic […]
In her Maiden speech, Kellie Armstrong MLA highlighted the need for real change in Northern Ireland, adding the budget bill did little to create solutions for the most vulnerable in society. You can read her full speech below I want to take this opportunity to thank you, Mr Deputy Speaker, Members and all colleagues for […]
The Department for Infrastructure needs a strategic plan to ensure the upkeep of rural roads, Alliance MLA Kellie Armstrong has told the Assembly. The Strangford MLA was speaking as Infrastructure Minister Chris Hazzard announced an investment of £10 million to resurface around 1,000 rural roads. Work is due to begin immediately. “Today’s announcement of an […]
Alliance MLA Kellie Armstrong has taken the campaign to increase education provision at Killard House School, presenting a petition at the Assembly on Tuesday morning. The petition calls on the Education Minister to provide post 16 education provision for young adults with learning difficulties at the school – adding a sixth form centre allows pupils […]
Alliance North Belfast Councillor Nuala McAllister has said it is disappointing no resolution has been found to the parading stand-off at Twaddell Avenue, despite real and meaningful efforts. The Alliance representative was speaking after mediators Rev Harold Good and Jim Roddy announced they had been unable to reach an agreement around issues surrounding parading and […]
Kellie Armstrong MLA has welcomed news the Pope has said the Catholic Church should apologise to gay people for the way it has treated them. The Strangford MLA was speaking after Pope Francis said the Church had “no right” to judge the LGBT community, but it should rather show them respect. He added the Church […]
Alliance Deputy Leader Naomi Long has said any negotiations around the UK’s withdrawal from the European Union must reflect the desire of most people in Northern Ireland and Scotland to remain within the EU. East Belfast MLA Mrs Long was speaking during an Assembly debate secured by Alliance on the Brexit vote, asking the Executive […]
Alliance Leader David Ford has paid tribute to former Northern Ireland Secretary of State Lord Mayhew, who has passed away aged 86. Lord Mayhew was the longest-serving Secretary of State, representing the Conservative Government from 1992 – 1997. “Lord Mayhew served as Secretary of State in difficult times,” said Mr Ford. “He played a key […]
Alliance MLA Stephen Farry has expressed surprise that the Northern Ireland Executive has no plans in place to meet to discuss the changed post-referendum situation. The Party’s Economic Spokesperson has also stressed the importance of the Assembly setting out the issues that need to be addressed by the Northern Ireland Government. Stephen Farry MLA said: […]
Alliance Leader David Ford has expressed his sadness at the resignation of Vernon Coaker, Labour Shadow Northern Ireland Secretary. Mr Coaker resigned on Sunday as part of a protest at Labour Leader Jeremy Corbyn’s leadership over the EU referendum. David Ford MLA said: “Regardless of the internal disputes within the Labour Party, I am very […]