Alliance Party Deputy Leader and Brexit Spokesperson, Stephen Farry MLA, has said the UK needs to urgently develop a more realistic and coherent position on Brexit, as he heard first hand from European Commission President Jean-Claude Juncker and welcomed his stance that the EU stands united in solidarity with Ireland and Northern Ireland. A guest […]
Alliance Party Deputy Leader, Stephen Farry MLA, has challenged Sinn Féin to ensure meaningful reform of the Petition of Concern, if they are serious about delivering upon abortion reform and other rights issues. This comes after Sinn Fein adopted a new policy on abortion at their annual Ard Fheis. Stephen Farry said: “Sinn Féin are […]
Alliance Party Deputy Leader and Brexit Spokesperson, Stephen Farry MLA, has expressed his disappointment at the House of Commons voting against the Customs Union and the European Economic Area (Single Market) and highlighted the lack of logic in the official Labour and DUP positions. Stephen Farry said: “Over the past two days, the House of […]
Alliance Party Deputy Leader and Brexit Spokesperson, Stephen Farry MLA, has expressed disappointment that the DUP in supporting the Government over the EU Withdrawal Agreement are undermining the political and economic interests of Northern Ireland, stressing that any rejection of any soft Brexit UK-wide must entail special arrangements for Northern Ireland. He added: “Over the […]
Alliance MLA Stephen Farry has said it is essential both Unionists and Nationalists commemorate the past in a way which causes no further hurt to others. Stephen Farry was speaking after those promoting the use of a UVF banner displayed over My Lady’s Road defended their actions as those of a legitimate band, despite reports […]
Alliance Party Brexit Spokesperson and Deputy Leader, Stephen Farry MLA, has said he’s “not surprised” at the latest comments from the EU’s chief Brexit negotiator Michel Barnier, adding the UK Government needs to take “a much more realistic approach” to dealing with the proposed backstop. Stephen Farry MLA said: “The UK Government and Conservative Party […]
Alliance Party Deputy Leader and Brexit Spokesperson, Stephen Farry, has expressed scepticism that the UK’s alternative ‘backstop’ proposal would be either viable or acceptable to the European Union. Stephen Farry said: “This paper is more about managing divisions in the Cabinet and Conservative Party than getting the backstop over the line. “Time is ticking by […]
Alliance Brexit spokesperson Stephen Farry MLA has said it is important the real voice of Northern Ireland is heard at a critical time in Brexit negotiations, as he meets with MPs ahead of crucial votes next week. Dr Farry will be meeting with members from Labour and the Liberal Democrats before votes next week on […]
Alliance Economy spokesperson Stephen Farry MLA has expressed regret after Wrightbus warned up to 95 jobs could be lost at the company. The Ballymena manufacturer said it was the result of low levels of demand for their buses in the UK market. It follows 95 jobs being lost at Wrightbus in February. “The news of […]
Alliance Brexit spokesperson Stephen Farry MLA has challenged Arlene Foster to make clear her position on Brexit means a UK-wide soft Brexit based around the Customs Union and Single Market. It follows the DUP leader’s comments about Northern Ireland being treated the same as the rest of the UK in any Brexit deal being the […]