Long extends sympathies to those affected by London terrorist incident

Alliance Leader Naomi Long has extended her sympathies to those affected by today’s terrorist incident in London. Four people, including a police officer and the attacker, died after a car ploughed into pedestrians on Westminster Bridge before an attacker stabbed a police officer protecting Parliament. At least 20 people were injured in the incident. “My […]

Lunn hits out at those behind Strabane alert

Alliance Justice spokesperson Trevor Lunn MLA has hit out at those behind a device in Strabane, after PSNI confirmed it was an attempt to kill officers. The device exploded while officers were on patrol in the Co Tyrone town around 8.30pm yesterday (Tuesday). “This appears to have been a deliberate attempt to kill police,” said […]

Douglas: Ards Arts Centre to light up for World Down Syndrome Day

Alliance Councillor Karen Douglas has backed plans to light up Ards Arts Centre to mark World Down Syndrome Day today, March 21 Secured by the Alliance Party, the venue will light up blue and yellow as part of a number of events taking place throughout the day to raise awareness of what Down Syndrome is […]

Surreal that PM could visit without getting involved in talks, says Long

Alliance Leader Naomi Long has described as “surreal” the Prime Minister’s plans to visit Northern Ireland but not get involved in ongoing talks designed to restore powersharing. Theresa May will visit Northern Ireland ahead of the triggering of Article 50, which will start the formal process of removing the UK from the EU. However, Mrs […]

UK being led over a cliff-edge by Article 50, says Farry

Alliance Brexit spokesperson Stephen Farry has said the triggering of Article 50 is leading the UK over a cliff-edge, after the Prime Minister said she would start the process next week. The two-year procedure will begin on Wednesday, March 29 when Theresa May officially notifies the EU. Dr Farry said there would be severe effects. […]

Bradshaw praises St Patrick’s Day policing operation

South Belfast Alliance MLA Paula Bradshaw has praised the police following a lack of widespread antisocial behaviour on St Patrick’s Day in the Holyland. A total of 15 people were arrested in the city centre and Holyland, for minor offences including disorderly behaviour and resisting arrest. Police patrolled the Holyland on Thursday and Friday, a […]

Dickson questions the timing of RHI claimants

Alliance MLA Stewart Dickson has questioned the timing of the release of RHI claimants. East Antrim MLA Mr Dickson was speaking after the Department for the Economy published the list of companies claiming the non-domestic RHI scheme. It contained the names of all companies which received support payments under the scheme from its opening in […]

Bradshaw says catastrophic situation developing in health sector

Alliance Health spokesperson Paula Bradshaw MLA has said a “catastrophic situation is developing” in the health sector after another GP surgery announced it would be closing its doors. The Tullycarnet branch of Bridges Family Practice will close its doors at the end of next month. Doctors there applied to close it due to concerns the […]

Armitage: Removal of bonfire materials is welcome

Alliance Councillor David Armitage has welcomed the removal of bonfire materials from the Connswater Greenway. The Councillor for East Belfast said: “I’m glad to see the materials have now been removed from the Greenway, re-opening it as a shared space for everyone in our community. “I also welcome the support given to the removal of […]