Alliance Health Spokesperson Kieran McCarthy MLA has said it is vital that the possibilities for further North-South sharing of health services are explored in detail, as there are massive opportunities to deliver more value for money. Kieran McCarthy MLA said: “The plan to create a radiotherapy unit at Altnagelvin Hospital is an excellent example of […]
North Down Alliance Councillor Andrew Muir has called upon North Down Borough Council and the Roads Service to sort out arrangements for the gritting of town centre footpaths before the winter arrives. Cllr Muir stated “Last year town centre pavements were treacherous and arguments continued concerning who was responsible for gritting them. Towards the end […]
Alliance Finance Spokesperson Judith Cochrane MLA has said that radical and bold steps need to be taken to boost the economy and said that the creation of a Green New Deal is vital to create jobs and help us reach our potential as regards sustainability. Judith Cochrane MLA said: “We need to be radical in […]
Alliance Education Spokesperson Trevor Lunn MLA has said that failure to move forward with the Education and Skills Authority urgently would be a disgrace and would represent a massive missed opportunity to reform education governance. He questioned why, after the indications were that progress could be made, nothing has happened. Trevor Lunn MLA said: “It […]
Alliance Policing Board member Trevor Lunn MLA has expressed his outrage after a bomb exploded in Derry’s City of Culture offices on Shipquay Street on Wednesday night. No one was injured. Trevor Lunn MLA said: “I am outraged at this bomb attack. I am disgusted and appalled at the actions of a small group of […]
Alliance East Belfast MP Naomi Long has expressed her shock after two members of the Glentoran coaching staff were injured when a firework exploded in their dugout in the Oval stadium during a match tonight. Both men were later given the all clear by medical staff but were severely shaken. Naomi Long MP said: “I […]
Alliance Craigavon Councillor Conrad Dixon has welcomed the positive action which has seen the flags in the Kernan area of the town being taken down after a series of discussions took place between the police and local people. Cllr Conrad Dixon said: “I welcome this action which followed discussions between the Police and local people. […]
East Belfast Alliance MP Naomi Long has said today’s announcement that the preferred route for the EWAY rapid transit system has been amended to utilise the main road corridor rather than the Comber Greenway is excellent news for East Belfast. She said it represents major progress for the community and for Alliance who campaigned for […]
Alliance MLA Stewart Dickson has welcomed news of almost £2m of funding being provided by the Department for Social Development for Carrickfergus town centre. The scheme will deliver new street furniture and street lighting as well as other upgrades. Stewart Dickson MLA said: “Carrickfergus is a brilliant town with a very proud history and this […]
Alliance Antrim Councillor Neil Kelly has expressed his disgust at those who left a pipe bomb on a window sill on a house the Parkhall area of Antrim. The Police and Army are dealing with the security incident. Cllr Neil Kelly said: “I am disgusted at those people responsible for this pipe bomb. This device […]