Alliance Infrastructure spokesperson Andrew Muir MLA has expressed scepticism following the announcement of an official feasibility study for a bridge linking Northern Ireland and Scotland, saying it is more about politics than reality. The potential project will now be assessed by engineering experts, looking at the feasibility, costs, work needed and timescale. “Everyone reading this […]
Alliance Health spokesperson Paula Bradshaw MLA has welcomed the roll-out of lateral flow tests in key workplaces, but cautioned that clear communication will be essential to the success of the expansion of the asymptomatic testing programme. The South Belfast MLA stated: “The expansion of the asymptomatic testing programme in line with the rest of the […]
Alliance Health Spokesperson Paula Bradshaw MLA has welcomed confirmation from the Health Minister ‘do not resuscitate’ notices are issued to patients here on an individual basis, after it emerged they had been given to those with learning disabilities in England during the pandemic. Earlier this year, the charity Mencap said it had received reports from […]
The Assembly needs to recognise it is comprised of people elected from all walks of life to serve the people of Northern Ireland and take action to ensure that representation, Alliance MLA Kellie Armstrong has said. Ms Armstrong was speaking during a motion signed by her and representatives of all parties and independents, calling for […]
Alliance Councillor Kate Nicholl says International Women’s Day serves as a day of reflection on how far we have come, and what work still needs to be done to achieve gender equality. Speaking as the 2021 day drew to a close, Kate – also the Co-Chair of the Alliance Party’s Women’s Network – said this […]
Alliance Infrastructure spokesperson Andrew Muir MLA has welcomed the Infrastructure Minister’s decision to extend the consultation deadline for the review of the planning system. The Department for Infrastructure is required by law to hold a review of the 2011 Planning Act, which saw major reform of the planning system. A Call for Evidence was opened last […]
Alliance Economy spokesperson Stewart Dickson MLA has welcomed an announcement support schemes covering the cost of COVID restrictions will be extended until the end of the month. Economy Minister Diane Dodds said payments under the COVID Restrictions Business Support Scheme and the Large Tourism Hospitality Business Support Scheme would continue until March 31, to cover […]
Alliance MLA John Blair has said Minister Gordon Lyons continues to put party politics before the safety of staff, as he continues to facilitate the Brexit mess the DUP has made. Speaking after officials again had to appear before the AERA Committee following unilateral action by a Minister, Mr Blair said it was long past […]
The Alliance Party has selected Andrew McAuley as its new Councillor for Airport. Andrew was selected by his local association at a special meeting last week – a meeting which saw four candidates come forward. He takes over from Victoria who is standing down after deciding to focus on support the NHS, in returning to […]
Alliance MP Stephen Farry has said while his party supports the extension of the current grace periods for Irish Sea border checks, concerns remain over the UK Government acting unilaterally to extend them rather than working to achieve agreement with the EU. The North Down MP said there could be long-term detrimental consequences for Northern […]