To mark Carers Week East Belfast Alliance MP Naomi Long has highlighted the need for more assistance for carers and said it provides a valuable opportunity for everyone to recognise the work of the many people who care for family members and friends. Naomi Long MP said: “Carers Week is a valuable opportunity for us […]
Alliance North Belfast Cllr Billy Webb has described those behind a pipe bomb which was discovered by a child as callous individuals. The device was found on the Hartwell Place, off the Antrim Road, on Saturday night, a number of homes were evacuated in the area. Nobody was injured. Cllr Billy Webb said: “This is […]
Alliance Leader David Ford has said he is delighted that there will be Alliance Minister in the Department for Employment and Learning. David Ford said: “I am absolutely delighted that an Alliance MLA will be Minister of Employment and Learning. “Our manifesto clearly shows that we are up to the challenge of developing our economy. […]
North Down Alliance MLA Stephen Farry has condemned a shooting incident in Bangor in which it is believed that one person was killed. The incident happened just after 12pm today in Hazelbrook Avenue in the Clandeboye Road area of the town. Stephen Farry MLA said: “It is appalling that someone has lost their life in […]
Fermanagh and South Tyrone Alliance Representative Hannah Su has expressed sadness that the Lough Erne Golf and Hotel Resort has been placed into administration. Hannah Su said: “This is a prestigious and world class resort which employs many people and I am very sad at the news that it has gone into administration. “Every effort […]
Following David McClarty’s announcement that he intends to remain an Independent MLA, Alliance Leader David Ford has said Mr McClarty has made the right decision and that there should never have been any doubt that a D’Hondt-allocated Minister post should go to Alliance given the election results. David Ford said: “This Ministerial post was always […]
Alliance MLA elect Stephen Farry has paid tribute to the work of US Special Economic Envoy Declan Kelly following news that he is stepping down. Stephen Farry MLA elect stated: “Declan Kelly has been a great friend to Northern Ireland and has helped to ensure a steady flow of inward investment over recent years despite […]
East Antrim Stewart Dickson MLA elect has said he is concerned that the planned reduction in air travel tax in Ireland could have a negative impact on air travel from Northern Ireland and business here, and said urgent action is needed to address the issue. Stewart Dickson MLA elect said: “I am deeply concerned that […]
Alliance Leader David Ford has said he is delighted with the party’s showing in the Council elections. At the last council election Alliance won 30 seats and after this election they now have 44. David Ford said: “I am absolutely delighted with our results. Not only have we won an extra 14 council seats, we […]
East Antrim Alliance MLA elect Stewart Dickson has expressed disgust at the DUP’s move to create a unionist pact in Castlereagh when they lost the overall majority. He said the move shows they still unwilling to share power in Councils. Stewart Dickson said: “We want to see powersharing and positive politics across all our councils. […]