Clarke asks why DUP and Sinn Fein have changed their position on designated days

Alliance Councillor Patrick Clarke has said the DUP and Sinn Fein must clarify their position on the Union Flag, after a DUP proposed motion to fly the Union Flag at Down District Council on designated days was defeated when Sinn Fein failed to support it. The Alliance Councillor said the DUP must clarify its support […]

McCarthy proposes Assembly debate on economic development in the Ards Peninsula

Alliance Strangford MLA Kieran McCarthy will propose an adjournment debate in the Assembly to discuss economic development in the Ards Peninsula. He has brought this debate to the Assembly to primarily discuss the threat to close Exploris. The debate will take place on Tuesday evening. Kieran McCarthy MLA said: “I brought this adjournment debate to […]

Lyttle: Report highlights need to improve careers guidance for young people

Alliance DEL spokesperson Chris Lyttle MLA has said the findings of a DEL Committee Inquiry Report show need for better careers guidance for young people in Northern Ireland. The MLA for East Belfast proposed the Inquiry into careers education, information, advice and guidance, with the report’s findings including compulsory career classes, greater input from businesses […]

Clarke concerned after shot fired at Newcastle pub

Alliance Councillor Patrick Clarke has said he is concerned over reports a shot was fired at a pub in Newcastle. The shot was fired as two masked men left the bar on Main Street, shortly before 9.30pm last night. Councillor Patrick Clarke said: “I am very concerned at this incident and must criticise those behind […]

Dickson reopens Carrickfergus Constituency Office

Alliance MLA Stewart Dickson formally reopened his Carrickfergus Constituency office today, almost a year after it was destroyed in an arson attack by Union Flag protestors. The MLA for East Antrim was joined by Alliance Party Leader David Ford, local Councillors and community representatives, adding he was ‘delighted’ to once again be offering a full […]

Webb welcomes Small Business Saturday Bus to Belfast

Alliance Councillor Andrew Webb has welcomed a UK-wide initiative promoting Small Business Saturday to Belfast. Part of a UK tour, the Small Business Saturday Bus rolls into Belfast today at 11am encouraging people to shop local on December 7. The East Belfast Councillor championed the initiative at Belfast City Council’s November meeting, securing full support […]