Ekin Hits Out At ‘Orgy Of Destruction’ A local Councillor has hit out at whoever was responsible for the recent spate of violence which flared in the Donegall Pass and Sandy Row areas of South Belfast. And the Alliance Party’s Tom Ekin, who is a councillor for the Balmoral area of South Belfast, has confirmed […]

An impassioned plea for the people of North Antrim to distance themselves from sectarianism and hatred has been issued by the local Alliance Party representative. Councillor Jayne Dunlop – who was speaking after yesterday’s triple funeral of the Quinn brothers in Ballymoney – said now was the time for the people of North Antrim to […]

Mitchell Calls For End To Drumcree Protest A LOCAL Councillor has called on the people of East Belfast to end their protests in support of the Orangemen at Drumcree. Alliance Councillor Patrick Mitchell – who is a member of Castlereagh Borough Council – issued the plea after expressing concern at the “terrible” July holidays. The […]

The Alliance Party’s transport spokesperson has welcomed the Government’s decision to provide a £20m investment package for Northern Ireland’s public transport sector. And Castlereagh Councillor Geraldine Rice – who is also the Alliance Party’s Environment spokesperson – has hit out at those who have attacked yesterday’s announcement from Lord Dubs. Mrs. Rice said it was […]

Following last night’s outbreak of violence in the small County Down fishing village of Kilkeel, a senior member of the Alliance Party has urged the local Protestant community to “fully support” their Catholic neighbours. And Dr. Philip McGarry, who is the Alliance Party President, said it was imperative that members of the local Protestant clergy […]

The Alliance Party’s Assembly Team leader has welcomed the Government’s decision to launch an inquiry into recent railway accidents. But Mr. Sean Neeson, who is a shadow Assembly member for East Antrim, said the announcement from Environment Minister Lord Dubs was “long overdue”. Lord Dubs has appointed Mr. Christopher Hall, a principal inspector of railways, […]

With the failure to reach any agreement over the Drumcree Orange Order march, Alliance Assembly Member David Ford has stressed the need for the Rule of law to be observed and upheld. David Ford said: “Yet gain, a refusal to accept a realistic and honourable compromise on either side has led to a stand-off at […]

The six seats that the Alliance Party won in June’s Assembly election have created a significant ‘centre’ grouping the new body between Unionism and Nationalism. This group has an enormous contribution to make in trying to hold the Agreement together, and taking up the challenge of building a more liberal and non-sectarian Northern Ireland. The […]

The Alliance Party’s Chairperson has issued an impassioned plea to the people of North Down urging them to turn out in force – and vote ‘Yes’ in next Friday’s referendum. Speaking to North Down Alliance Association members last night, Councillor Eileen Bell said it was “imperative” that a resounding ‘Yes’ vote be recorded on May […]

The Good Friday Agreement has made on balance some important contributions to the cause of liberalism throughout the island of Ireland. There are however some hidden dangers that could arise through the implementation of certain aspects of the document. Alliance accepts the document as a whole, welcome some aspects but be wary of how others […]