Alliance Justice Minister Naomi Long MLA today announced the removal of the same household rule contained within the Northern Ireland Criminal injuries Compensation Scheme 2009. This change in legislation allows access to the scheme for victims of abuse and violent crime who were previously prevented from applying for criminal injuries compensation because of the long-standing rule. […]
A police operation in Derry/Londonderry has undoubtedly saved lives, Alliance Justice Minister Naomi Long has said. Speaking after the PSNI confirmed they had recovered a bomb, handgun and ammunition following an extensive search she added: “Those intent on bringing Northern Ireland back to the dark days of violence have absolutely nothing to offer our community. […]
Alliance Justice Minister Naomi Long has described those behind a viable device on the Upper Lisburn Road as “beyond reckless”. The PSNI confirmed the recovery of a viable device on the footpath on Friday night. Naomi Long said: “To leave an explosive device on a public footpath like this is beyond reckless. Those responsible have […]
Alliance Justice Minister Naomi Long has praised those involved in the investigation that today led to the seizure of drugs with an estimated street value of £10-12million. Naomi Long said: “Today’s seizure of around 600 kilos of herbal cannabis sends a very clear message to those intent on destroying our communities that we are committed […]
Alliance Leader Naomi Long MLA has said we must never forget the sacrifice of those who paid the ultimate price in freeing Europe, as the 75th anniversary of VE Day is commemorated. May 8, 1945 saw the Allied Forces accept the unconditional surrender of Nazi Germany, formally bringing to an end hostilities in Europe during […]
Alliance Leader Naomi Long has paid tribute to John Dallat, after his death was announced on Tuesday afternoon. She said: “Very sorry to hear of John’s passing. I want to express my sincere condolences to the Dallat family, friends and John’s SDLP colleagues from the entire Alliance Party team. “John is a genuine loss to […]
Northern Ireland can take a giant leap forward in the fight against domestic abuse if new legislation is agreed, Alliance Justice Minister Naomi Long has said. She was speaking as she moved the Second Stage of the Domestic Abuse and Family Proceedings Bill in the Assembly. She said progressing domestic abuse legislation had been a […]
While we are all being urged to stay at home to stop the spread of Coronavirus, this does not mean victims of domestic violence should feel forgotten or alone, Alliance Justice Minister Naomi Long has said. Help and support is available, 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Naomi Long said: “The ‘stay at home’ […]
Alliance Justice Minister Naomi Long MLA has condemned the murder of a man in the Ardoyne area of Belfast. Naomi Long said: “I unreservedly condemn this senseless murder and offer my deepest sympathies to the family. Those responsible for this appalling crime have left a family grieving and a community in shock. There is no […]
Alliance Leader Naomi Long MLA is one of the party leaders to have signed a letter to Prime Minister Boris Johnson, outlining concern at the UK Government’s opposition to an EU office opening in Belfast. Dear Prime Minister, We write concerning your Government’s recent correspondence to the European Commission, opposing its proposal to open an […]