It is “particularly disturbing” a vote on a Bill from the UK Government repealing freedom of movement for EU citizens is taking place during the coronavirus pandemic, Alliance MP Stephen Farry has said. North Down MP Dr Farry was speaking ahead of voting against the Immigration Bill in the House of Commons this evening, saying […]
Alliance Leader Naomi Long MEP spoke during the plenary session at the European Parliament in Brussels today, using her platform to call for the immediate closure of a camp for migrants in Vučjak, Bosnia and Herzegovina, and for the authorities to “provide safe, clean and habitable accommodation for those who are currently languishing there.” Mrs […]
Alliance Economy spokesperson Stephen Farry MLA has responded to the publication of a long awaited White Paper on Immigration from the Home Office, stressing that immigration is a positive for the UK, including Northern Ireland. Mr Farry has further cautioned against a one-size fits all approach. The Alliance Party has already raised concerns regarding Northern […]
Alliance Brexit spokesperson Stephen Farry MLA has said Northern Ireland should be given additional powers over immigration, after a major report said EU workers coming to the UK should be given no preference for visas after Brexit. Dr Farry was speaking after a report by the Migration Advisory Committee (MAC). The former Employment and Learning […]
Alliance MLA Stewart Dickson has said it is important we continue to be as welcoming a society as possible, as the 1,000th Syrian refugee arrived in Northern Ireland as part of a relocation programme. A further 78 refugees arrived today as part of the Syrian Vulnerable Persons Relocation Scheme, which has provided sanctuary and support […]