Alliance MLA Paula Bradshaw has welcomed the passage of the Historical Institutional Abuse Bill through Westminster and congratulated campaigners on this important milestone. MPs fast-tracked the legislation through the House of Commons today and it will now receive Royal Assent. “It is important first of all to congratulate those who have led the campaign to […]
Alliance Party candidate for the West Belfast constituency in the general election, Donnamarie Higgins, has said the area needs a strong Remain candidate who will take her seat. Speaking about her selection, Ms Higgins said: “Whilst politicians continue to bicker amongst themselves, people in areas like West Belfast are being left behind. Issues like health, […]
The Alliance Party has selected Mel Boyle as its candidate for Mid Ulster in the Westminster election on 12 December. Commenting on his selection, Mel Boyle said: “Mid Ulster is a strong remain seat represented by an abstentionist MP. The constituency needs an MP who will represent everyone and will be a strong articulate voice […]
Alliance Leader Naomi Long will stand for the party in the East Belfast constituency in the General Election, it has been confirmed. Mrs Long was selected by party members to contest the seat, which she held from 2010 – 2015. She said Alliance would be running on a platform of ending the Brexit chaos and […]
North Belfast more than ever needs inclusive leadership, Alliance General Election candidate Nuala McAllister has said, after the UUP confirmed they would not be running in the constituency. Ms McAllister said the decision by incoming UUP leader Steve Aiken was an act of backtracking on his behalf. “Threats towards the UUP from any quarters have […]
Alliance North Down Westminster candidate Stephen Farry has said the party will not be deterred from the election campaign, after the appearance of a banner and distribution of more “sinister” leaflets. The banner was erected in Clanmorris Square in Bangor overnight, while in East Belfast, leaflets again linking Alliance to the IRA were put through […]
The Alliance Party has selected Matthew Beaumont as its candidate for the Fermanagh and South Tyrone constituency in the 12 December General Election. Matthew Beaumont said: “In the 2016 referendum, Fermanagh and South Tyrone voted resoundingly to remain in the EU. As a border county, the negative impacts of Brexit will be felt much more […]
The Alliance Party has selected Jackie Coade as its candidate for Newry and Armagh in the 12 December general election. Jackie Coade said: “I am delighted to have been selected as the Alliance Party Newry and Armagh candidate in the upcoming general election. I am a progressive, pro-Remain candidate who passionately believes our best interests […]
The Alliance Party has selected Kellie Armstrong as its candidate for Strangford in the 12 December General Election. Kellie was first elected as a Councillor in 2014 and MLA in 2016. Kellie Armstrong said: “It is a privilege for me to be selected to stand for Strangford in this very important election. The MPs returned […]
At the Armagh, Banbridge and Craigavon Council meeting on 28 October, Alliance representatives voted in favour of a proposal that council should explore hosting the Fleadh Cheoil in Armagh City. Speaking after the vote Alliance Lurgan Councillor Peter Lavery said: “There is a rich culture, arts and heritage scene within our borough with many people […]