The Alliance Party has stepped up its campaign to urge the Economy Minister to take action for businesses and workers who currently don’t qualify for financial aid as the impact of Covid-19 continues. Stewart Dickson MLA and Andrew Muir MLA raised the issue in the Assembly today, following a special meeting with the Minister last […]
Alliance Health Spokesperson Paula Bradshaw has welcomed a package of close to £1m funding for two Belfast Greenway projects announced by the Infrastructure Minister. The South Belfast MLA stated: “Naturally I am pleased to see the Lagan Gateway Greenway prioritised in this funding package, as that will provide a vital connection both for cyclists and […]
North Down Alliance MLA Andrew Muir has asked the Environment Minister about ways the public are alerted to water pollution events after a recent pollution incident affecting the river running through Crawfordsburn Country Park on Saturday evening 12 September 2020. Commenting on the issue, Andrew Muir MLA stated “Whilst I am glad to learn that […]
Alliance Councillor David Honeyford has hit out at those behind graffiti which appeared overnight on a church hall in Glenavy. The graffiti was daubed on the hall of St Aidan’s Church in the village. Councillor Honeyford said it was condemned by everyone there. “This graffiti has no place in our society, particularly on the walls […]
Alliance Health spokesperson Paula Bradshaw MLA has called on the Health Minister to clarify the advice concerning students returning to student accommodation in the Belfast City Council area. Residents in the Holyland area of South Belfast in particular have said expressed concern, saying house parties and other anti-social behaviour is already taking place in the […]
Alliance Communities spokesperson Kellie Armstrong MLA has said the pandemic could kill off the arts in Northern Ireland unless a multi-million-pound rescue package is released. The £33 million for theatres, arts, music venues and museums was given to the Executive during the summer. However, the money has still to be released. Strangford MLA Ms Armstrong […]
We need to create legally-binding targets to protect our environment, Alliance MLA John Blair has said. The party’s Environment spokesperson was speaking after the RSPB NI charity criticised the Executive for failing to hit targets set to prevent biodiversity loss, with 37 of 42 goals not met. South Antrim MLA Mr Blair said while the […]
Alliance Lisburn South Councillor Amanda Grehan has reminded the public to always follow government health advice on COVID-19 to keep themselves and their family safe. Alderman Grehan was speaking after being contacted by a constituent who had received a leaflet through their letterbox claiming the government and NHS were not telling the full facts about […]
Alliance Banbridge Councillor Brian Pope has welcomed a new Mid South West Regional Economic Strategy but expressed disappointment sustainable transport has not been prioritised. He said it would bring vital investment to the area but partly represented a missed opportunity. “The plan’s executive summary states improved access to a quality road network is key to […]
Alliance Infrastructure spokesperson Andrew Muir MLA has welcomed the granting of planning permission for the North-South Interconnector. Infrastructure Minister Nichola Mallon gave the green light to the Northern Ireland part of the multi-million-pound project, which has already been okayed in the south. North Down MLA Mr Muir said it was welcome good news. “Increasing the […]