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Education
Harry’s Law must be introduced to end seclusion in schools, urges Egan
March 22, 2023
Stephen Farry
Alliance to Support Windsor Framework in Key Vote
March 22, 2023
Kellie Armstrong
Armstrong calls on Prime Minister and Taoiseach to create an emergency fund to save 1700 jobs in the Community Sector
March 21, 2023
Education
Vulnerable children and young people should not be paying the price for budgetary uncertainty, says Egan
March 21, 2023
Health
Success of minimum unit pricing in Scotland shows need to make progress here in NI, says Bradshaw
March 21, 2023
Stephen Farry
NI political parties need to unite to condemn protests outside a North Down hotel hosting asylum seekers, says Muir
March 21, 2023
Jenna Maghie
New Belfast Council pilot scheme aims to end dog fouling
March 20, 2023
Health
Bradshaw calls for crackdown on assaults to emergency workers
March 20, 2023
Kate Nicholl
Let’s make St Patrick’s Day 2023 memorable, says Nicholl
March 16, 2023
animal cruelty
Animal cruelty must not go unpunished
March 16, 2023
Education
Northern Ireland left even further behind on childcare, says Egan, after announcement of Spring Budget
March 15, 2023
Economy
Dickson cautiously welcomes additional Higher and Further Education funding in Spring Budget
March 15, 2023
Stephen Farry
UK Government needs to work with local parties on revised financial package for restored Executive, says Farry
March 15, 2023
Kellie Armstrong
We must invest in housing strategy to build enough social housing, says Armstrong
March 15, 2023
South Belfast
Alliance South Belfast reps meet authorities ahead of St Patrick's Day
March 14, 2023
Nuala McAllister
McAllister welcomes launch of awareness campaign for victims and survivors of historical institutional abuse
March 13, 2023
Kellie Armstrong
Armstrong "disgusted" at UVF flag errected outside church in Kircubbin
March 12, 2023
Education
School Holiday Food Grant Scheme must be extended to prevent holiday hunger, says Egan
March 12, 2023
Sorcha Eastwood
Victims of terrorism must always be remembered, says Eastwood
March 10, 2023
Brexit
Farry welcomes Ireland exemption on electronic travel authorisation requirement
March 09, 2023
Nuala McAllister
McAllister calls for extension to energy support voucher scheme deadline
March 09, 2023
John Blair
Urgent and wide-reaching action needed on badger baiting and other cruel animal hunting practices, says Blair
March 08, 2023
Nuala McAllister
We deserve every seat we have at every table, says McAllister, marking International Women’s Day 2023
March 08, 2023
Andrew Muir
Transformation of school would be resounding vote of confidence for integrated education, says Egan
March 08, 2023
Kellie Armstrong
Education system still failing to provide parental choice for those who wish to participate in integrated education, says Armstrong
March 08, 2023
Nuala McAllister
Those behind threat to relatives of police officers not welcome in our society, says McAllister
March 07, 2023
Health
Parties need to explain rejection of enhanced health provision for public, say Alliance MLAs
March 07, 2023
Kellie Armstrong
Community Transport Providers Left Behind
March 07, 2023
Andrew Muir
Reckless jet skiers to face prison and fines
March 06, 2023
Climate Change
Net-zero advice reinforces need for urgently restored Executive, says Tennyson
March 03, 2023
Causeway Coast and Glens Borough Council
Alliance selected a number of candidates to contest the upcoming local government election for Causeway Coast and Glens Borough Council
March 03, 2023
Nuala McAllister
Urgent restoration of the Assembly and Executive needed to facilitate public inquiry for victims of mother and baby homes in NI, says McAllister
March 02, 2023
Andrew Muir
Muir welcomes park home energy support
March 01, 2023
Infrastucture
Translink commitment to Feasibility Study on Knockmore Line is great news says Honeyford
March 01, 2023
Political Reform
Windsor Framework provides basis for economic growth in NI, says Long
February 28, 2023
Health
Parties need to explain rejection of enhanced, modernised Urgent Care Centre for local residents – Alliance
February 28, 2023
Kellie Armstrong
Carers to face further stress with end of Learning Disability Support says Armstrong
February 28, 2023
Political Reform
A UK-EU Deal must deliver stability and certainty, says Long
February 27, 2023
Sorcha Eastwood
Past time active loyalist paramilitary groups treated same as dissident republicans, says Eastwood
February 26, 2023
Kellie Armstrong
Urgent clarification needed on budgets, says Armstrong, after charity announces redundancy notices
February 24, 2023
Health
Long Waiting Lists for Red Flag Cancer Referrals a result of Political Instability, says Alliance MLAs
February 24, 2023
Education
Independent Review of education presents major opportunity says Egan
February 23, 2023
Joint Statement from the Political Leaders on the attempted murder of Detective Chief Inspector John Caldwell
February 23, 2023
North Antirm
O'Lynn pays tribute to colleagues, staff and constituents as she announces resignation
February 22, 2023
Climate Change
Lack of Executive hampering climate and cost of living response, says Tennyson 
February 16, 2023
Kellie Armstrong
Alliance calls for clarification on government support for the NW200 2023 and other sporting events
February 15, 2023
Education
Funding for education should be prioritised says Egan
February 15, 2023
Health
An Executive is needed to drive the Mental Health Strategy, says Bradshaw
February 15, 2023
Environment
Blair condemns pollution in Crumlin River and expresses concern over impact on environment and local wildlife
February 13, 2023
Health
DUP refusal to move on quickest, surest route to organ donation law implementation is unedifying, says Bradshaw
February 13, 2023
Tom Campbell
Campbell appeals for information following assault in Whiteabbey
February 12, 2023
South Belfast
Alliance reps shocked at robbery in South Belfast
February 11, 2023
Education
Our education system is in a state of emergency, says Egan
February 11, 2023
Political Reform
Recent anniversary puts need for reform back on the table, says Long
February 10, 2023
Extension of bereavement benefits is welcomed says Armstrong
February 09, 2023
Health
Women’s health strategy could improve cancer screening, says Bradshaw
February 09, 2023
Connie Egan
Sexual abuse and violence must be rooted out of our society, says Egan, marking Sexual Abuse and Sexual Violence Awareness Week
February 09, 2023
Transport
Fare increases regrettable and a step backwards as consequence of underinvestment in public transport, says Muir
February 08, 2023
Stephen Farry
We need to focus on pragmatic solutions after Supreme Court’s Protocol judgement, says Farry
February 08, 2023
Health
Bradshaw marks Children’s Mental Health Awareness Week and calls for restoration of the Executive so that vital action can be taken
February 07, 2023
Health
Bradshaw marks World Cancer Day and calls for consistent five-year cancer strategies for NI
February 03, 2023
Political Reform
Utterly shameful Northern Ireland remains without a First and deputy First Minister, says Long
February 03, 2023
Connie Egan
Young people deserve evidence based and inclusive Relationship and Sexuality Education says Egan
February 02, 2023
Sorcha Eastwood
Case shows fallacy of UK Government legacy proposals, says Eastwood
February 02, 2023
Stephen Donnelly
Donnelly pays tribute to Omagh families as inquiry announced
February 02, 2023
Environment
Urgent action vital to conserve and restore wetlands, says Blair
February 02, 2023
South Belfast
Nicholl condemns attack on PSNI officers
February 01, 2023
Political Reform
All-party talks should take place immediately to discuss institutional reform in order to get the Assembly and Executive back up and running, says Long
January 29, 2023
Andrew Muir
Flybe falling into administration greatly disappointing, and employees and passengers must now be prioritised, says Muir
January 28, 2023
Belfast City Council
Kelly celebrates introduction of paid bereavement leave for early pregnancy loss and miscarriage for Belfast City Council staff
January 27, 2023
Policing
Restoration of institutions needed to support community safety, says McAllister
January 26, 2023
Young carers
Young carers need care too says Armstrong
January 26, 2023
Health
Funding for experimental cancer treatments will save lives, says Bradshaw
January 26, 2023
Andrew Muir
Alliance supports Holocaust Memorial Day 2023
January 26, 2023
Environment
Blair asks if no lessons learnt from previous scandals, following publication of Civil Service action plan
January 25, 2023
Health
Secretary of State should Act on Organ Donations, says Alliance Representatives
January 25, 2023
Education
Another education crisis - Egan
January 25, 2023
Economy
Eastwood welcomes new Enterprise Dashboard
January 25, 2023
Health
North Down Alliance representatives express concern over local GP surgeries changing hands
January 23, 2023
Belfast City Council
Alliance proposal to cut £500k from rates increase fails
January 22, 2023
Kate Nicholl
Nicholl marks Chinese New Year
January 20, 2023
Nuala McAllister
There is no place for sexual or domestic misconduct in our police force, says McAllister
January 19, 2023
Eóin Tennyson
Tennyson says proposed Radio Foyle cuts would be devastating for local area
January 19, 2023
David Honeyford
Expansion at Coca - Cola is good news for Lisburn - Honeyford
January 19, 2023
Connie Egan
Political courage needed to fix education crisis - Egan
January 18, 2023
Eóin Tennyson
Alliance reps meet with PSNI following murders
January 18, 2023
Brexit
Farry proposes amendment to exempt Northern Ireland from "sinister” Retained EU Law Bill
January 17, 2023
Belfast City Council
Audit Office requests copy of report on funding awards after Alliance raises concerns about roll-out of Fuel Poverty Hardship Fund
January 17, 2023
Communities
Armstrong convenes cross-party group of Communities spokespeople to hear Budget pressures
January 17, 2023
Brexit
Retained EU Law Bill threatens gender equality in the workplace, says Nicholl
January 17, 2023
Kate Nicholl
Nicholl marks Martin Luther King Day and says his fight against racial inequality is still just as relevant today
January 16, 2023
Stephen Farry
Political presence in Belfast to discuss issues shows importance of restoring institutions, says Farry
January 12, 2023
Kate Nicholl
Nicholl marks Human Trafficking Awareness Day and says despite current media spotlight, it often remains a hidden crime
January 11, 2023
Peter McReynolds
McReynolds welcomes the success of late night buses in Belfast.
January 11, 2023
Andrew Muir
Talks around restoration of the institutions robust but constructive, says Muir
January 11, 2023
North Antirm
Rathlin Island ferry service closure greatly disappointing and appropriate contingency measures must be put in place, says O’Lynn
January 11, 2023
Stewart Dickson
More public awareness is key to saving lives, says Dickson, marking Less Survivable Cancers Awareness Day
January 11, 2023
Kellie Armstrong
Steps need to be taken to prevent 'low income' crisis developing, says Armstrong
January 10, 2023
Stephen Farry
Farry welcomes UK-EU deal on data sharing 
January 09, 2023
Environment
Alliance MLAs meet with DAERA to discuss environmental protection, budgetary pressures and other issues
January 09, 2023
Derry and Strabane District Council
McKinney disgusted by sectarian attack and condemns those responsible.
January 09, 2023
Health
Urgent investigation needed into year-long waits for red flag referrals, says Bradshaw
January 09, 2023
Andrew Muir
Continued lack of Budget could lead to unprecedented and harmful consequences, says Muir
January 06, 2023
Patricia O'Lynn
Crucial support is put in place for Rathlin inhabitants by Department, says O'Lynn
January 05, 2023
Kate Nicholl
Unfit childcare system threatening income of working mothers in the midst of cost of living crisis, says Nicholl
January 04, 2023
Health
Bradshaw thanks health and social care staff for work through ‘twindemic’
January 03, 2023
Political Reform
Best New Year’s present for NI is to restore and reform Stormont, says Long
December 30, 2022
Ukraine
Local Ukrainian families enjoy first Christmas in Northern Ireland at event organised by Brown
December 22, 2022
Brexit
Brown welcomes extension of veterinary medicines grace period but warns long-term solution needed
December 19, 2022
Kellie Armstrong
Armstrong says urgent clarity needed over energy payments after more details emerge
December 19, 2022
Naomi Long
Long hopes appointment of Special Envoy increases chances of quick restoration of institutions
December 19, 2022
Kate Nicholl
Nicholl marks International Migrants Day
December 18, 2022
Naomi Long
Long congratulates Varadkar on second term as Taoiseach and pays tribute to Martin
December 17, 2022
Education
Planned cuts to youth services greatly concerning, says Alliance representatives, particularly for LGBTQIA+ young people
December 16, 2022
Issues at South West Acute Hospital reinforce need for planned transformation, says Bradshaw
December 16, 2022
Human Rights
Time to update the NI Act to remove designations in the assembly, says Armstrong, following NIHRC Annual Statement
December 14, 2022
Health
Domiciliary care must not be allowed to fail due to DUP boycott, says Bradshaw
December 14, 2022
Health
Alliance MLAs meet with Royal College of Emergency Medicine to discuss pressures in NI A&E departments
December 13, 2022
Police
Targets of paramilitary loan sharks are victims themselves, says Dickson
December 13, 2022
Environment
High air pollution demonstrates need for urgent and consistent action on air quality, says Alliance MLAs
December 12, 2022
Stephen Donnelly
Risk of homelessness exacerbated by the combination of a number of different pressures, including the lack of an Executive, says Cllr Donnelly
December 12, 2022
Kellie Armstrong
Armstrong and Mathison meet with Action Mental Health to discuss funding
December 09, 2022
Kellie Armstrong
More conversation around homelessness sorely needed, says Armstrong, in recognition of Homelessness Awareness Week
December 08, 2022
Stephen Farry
Prime Minister should visit Northern Ireland as soon as possible to hear full spectrum of views on Protocol, says Farry
December 07, 2022
Eóin Tennyson
People of Northern Ireland are in dire situation due to DUP's dishonesty, says Tennyson
December 07, 2022
abortion
Supreme Court ruling shows benefit of functioning Stormont, says Bradshaw
December 07, 2022
Climate Change
Outcome of COP15 crucial to secure future for nature, says Nicholl
December 07, 2022
Lisburn and Castlereagh City Council
Alliance Councillor Michelle Guy has welcomed backing for her proposal to help tackle the Cost of Living crisis
December 06, 2022
Health
Bradshaw offers condolences for loss of Belfast child to strep A
December 06, 2022
Causeway Coast and Glens Borough Council
Cllr McCaw pays tribute to victims of Ballykelly bombing on 40th anniversary
December 06, 2022
Stephen Farry
Alliance North Down representatives welcome conferment of city status on Bangor
December 02, 2022
abortion
Further confirmation of ringfenced funding for reproductive health services a welcome step, say Bradshaw and Egan
December 02, 2022
Health
Safe staffing legislation should be consulted upon urgently, says Bradshaw
December 02, 2022
Climate Change
Limiting the impact of both the cost of living crisis and the climate emergency go hand in hand, says McMullan
December 02, 2022
Nuala McAllister
Alliance representatives express shock following fatal shooting
December 01, 2022
Health
Alliance MLAs mark World Aids Day and argue that we need to combat the stigma around HIV
December 01, 2022
Kellie Armstrong
Perpetrators of domestic abuse should leave the home instead of victims, says Armstrong
December 01, 2022
Stewart Dickson
Dickson calls for a review of support mechanisms for staff experiencing domestic abuse
November 30, 2022
Andrew Muir
Muir seeks action on MOT chaos
November 30, 2022
Kate Nicholl
Nicholl marks International Women Human Rights Defenders Day
November 29, 2022
Health
Neurology review still leaves questions unanswered for huge numbers of people, says Bradshaw
November 29, 2022
Connie Egan
Alliance MLAs endorse “Never Cross the Line” campaign
November 28, 2022
Health
Access to PrEP key to ending HIV stigma, says Bradshaw
November 28, 2022
Health
Secretary of State should intervene immediately on workload and workforce pressures affecting GPs
November 28, 2022
Climate Change
Tennyson echoes calls for justice for communities at the frontline of the climate emergency
November 25, 2022
Fire shows urgency in replacing cladding, says McReynolds
November 25, 2022
Connie Egan
Violence against women and girls must be eliminated from our society, says Egan
November 25, 2022
North Antirm
Termination of Ballymena GPs contracts a sad state of affairs and indicates need for institutional reform, says O’Lynn
November 25, 2022
Stephen Farry
Difficult times ahead, says Farry, as Secretary of State sets local Budget 
November 24, 2022
Kellie Armstrong
Unpaid carers among the hardest hit groups by the cost of living crisis in NI, says Armstrong
November 24, 2022
Health
Lack of Minister to lead on maternity services reconfiguration frustrating, says Bradshaw
November 22, 2022
John Blair
Blair welcomes new air route announcement
November 22, 2022
Derry and Strabane District Council
Ferguson disgusted by the actions of those behind Derry-Londonderry security alert
November 21, 2022
Protocol
Urgent need for a negotiated solution on veterinary medicines, says Brown
November 21, 2022
Health
Lisnaskea GP practice pressures reinforce need for MLAs to get to work on reform, says Bradshaw
November 21, 2022
Plans for May Blood statue in grounds of City Hall move ahead
November 18, 2022
Climate Change
Outcome of COP27 crucial to secure future for nature, says Blair
November 18, 2022
Stephen Donnelly
Donnelly condemns those behind bomb attack on police
November 18, 2022
Economy
Austerity 2.0 is not the solution, says Farry
November 17, 2022
Stephen Farry
Human cost of energy crisis real, says Farry, as he challenges Government on when financial support will arrive
November 16, 2022
East Belfast
McReynolds welcomes award of Royal Navy contract to Harland and Wolff
November 16, 2022
Economy
Muir urges Chancellor to learn from mistakes from last recession ahead of Autumn Statement
November 16, 2022
Dickson gravely concerned for right-to-buy homeowners
November 15, 2022
Kelly proud to lead Remembrance Sunday event at Belfast City Hall
November 13, 2022
Brexit
Farry deeply concerned after UK Government confirmation over facial biometrics for travel authorisation
November 11, 2022
Andrew Muir
Muir continues fight to save Craigowen Lodge
November 10, 2022
Political Reform
Potential election delay doesn't change need for reform, says Long
November 09, 2022
North Antirm
Paisley Westminster proposal misguided and hypocritical, says O’Lynn
November 09, 2022
Economy
Dickson dismayed after report confirm financial woes compounded by Executive
November 08, 2022
Education
Lack of physical education in our primary schools highlights need for functioning Executive, says Egan
November 08, 2022
Kellie Armstrong
Report highlighting the lack of support for carers in NI devastating, says Armstrong
November 08, 2022
Andrew Muir
Urgent engagement and action needed to save Millisle Kinderfarm, says Muir
November 07, 2022
Stewart Dickson
Dickson hits out at those behind threats to Quinn family
November 07, 2022
Climate Change
Climate commitments hollow without an Executive to deliver, says Tennyson
November 07, 2022
Health
Inaction and lack of progress on cancer screening are costing lives, says Bradshaw
November 07, 2022
John Blair
Blair quizzes Chief Constable on the potential for increased threat of loyalist violence
November 04, 2022
Naomi Long
Long: SOS now needs to listen on the issue of reform
November 04, 2022
Health
Unconscionable for any party to veto Executive formation when health system under so much pressure, says Bradshaw, as Alliance publishes action document
November 03, 2022
Kellie Armstrong
We need urgent clarification on the roll-out of energy support payments in Northern Ireland, says Armstrong
November 02, 2022
Antrim and Newtownabbey Borough Council
Burbank welcomes council decisions on fracking and the extraction of oil and gas
November 01, 2022
More needs to be done for animal welfare, says Brown
November 01, 2022
John Blair
Blair condemns attack on Orange Hall
October 31, 2022
South Belfast
Childcare costs are crippling and urgent action is needed, says Nicholl
October 28, 2022
Health
Unconscionable to leave health system without clear leadership during severe winter ahead, says Bradshaw
October 26, 2022
David Honeyford
NI sports clubs missing out on millions in funding due to lack of Executive, says Honeyford
October 26, 2022
Kellie Armstrong
Armstrong: Proud day for Integrated Education
October 26, 2022
Communities
Armstrong welcomes welfare mitigations review but warns no action without Executive
October 26, 2022
McReynolds condemns those behind security alert in East Belfast
October 25, 2022
Tennyson welcomes protection of Citypark in Craigavon
October 25, 2022
Health
Women’s Health Strategy needed to address gynaecological waiting lists, says Bradshaw
October 25, 2022
New Prime Minister must prioritise reform to end ransom politics, says Long
October 24, 2022
Announcement concerning the commissioning of abortion services welcome, says Bradshaw and Egan
October 24, 2022
Health
Patient Safety Commissioner needs urgent action after lung cancer review
October 24, 2022
Belfast City Council
Statue of May Blood should be erected at City Hall, says Long
October 23, 2022
South Belfast
Alliance representatives welcome news of preferred Glider routes
October 21, 2022
abortion
Urgent need for commissioning of abortion services, say Bradshaw and Egan
October 21, 2022
Naomi Long
Online abuse and the harm it causes must be rooted out of our society, says Alliance MLAs
October 20, 2022
Westminster
Westminster chaos underlines need for urgent Executive restoration, says Long
October 20, 2022
John Blair
Blair condemns murder in Antrim
October 20, 2022
Alliance Green New Deal
Alliance MLAs meet with Housing Executive to examine retrofitting of homes
October 20, 2022
Stewart Dickson
Dickson brands student finance news as insult to injury
October 19, 2022
Alliance Green New Deal
Government needs to confirm benefits rise now inflation rate is clear, says Armstrong
October 19, 2022
Health
Bradshaw welcomes hospital announcement and says service transformation now appears to be happening at pace
October 19, 2022
Assembly
Alliance submits Assembly recall petition as Long says May's election result must be respected and Assembly restored on sustainable basis
October 19, 2022
Carers in crisis could be helped if there was a local Executive
October 18, 2022
Regeneration of Bangor Court House a moment of triumph for the City, says Alliance North Down representatives
October 18, 2022
Health
Financial burden for keeping people healthy should not fall on individual pharmacists, says Bradshaw
October 18, 2022
Education
O'Lynn and Egan hit out at Education Authority after substitute teachers again left without pay
October 18, 2022
John Blair
Blair welcomes national report on police-perpetrated violence against women and girls
October 17, 2022
Donnelly express shock following stabbing death in town
October 17, 2022
Stephen Farry
Farry gives evidence to Seanad Committee on constitutional future
October 14, 2022
Belfast City Council
It’s time to break the stigma surrounding baby and pregnancy loss, says Kelly
October 14, 2022
Help for Sport hindered by lack of Executive, says Alliance
October 13, 2022
Political Reform
Only means to restore institutions sustainably is through reform, says Long, as she writes to governments
October 13, 2022
Universal Basic Income
Assembly group on universal basic income important step towards potential introduction here, says Brown
October 12, 2022
Paula Bradshaw
Agency spend issue should long ago have been dealt with, says Bradshaw
October 12, 2022
Stewart Dickson
Dickson encourages victims of hate crime to come forward and report incidents
October 11, 2022
Health
Regional Mental Health Service welcome, but long-term funding guarantees still essential, says Bradshaw
October 10, 2022
Long extends sympathies to Creeslough after Gas Station Tragedy
October 09, 2022
Michael Long
Hard work ahead to improve Belfast City Centre, says Long
October 07, 2022
Egan left disgusted by aggravated burglary in Bangor
October 07, 2022
Brexit
Only way forward on Brexit issues is through negotiation, says Farry
October 06, 2022
Stewart Dickson
Dickson expresses concern after three vehicles set alight in Carrickfergus
October 05, 2022
Education
O'Lynn seeks Education Authority meeting after more pupils left without transport
October 05, 2022
John Blair
PSNI should form special task force to tackle animal baiting, say Alliance representatives
October 05, 2022
Kellie Armstrong
Armstrong seeks clarification on benefits rise
October 04, 2022
Belfast City Council
McMullan secures new Council disability group with aim of making city accessible
October 04, 2022
Eóin Tennyson
Disgrace households still without clarity on financial support, says Tennyson
October 03, 2022
Nelson: Priority must be in helping those impacted by fire
October 03, 2022
Nuala McAllister
McAllister condemns those behind fatal shooting
October 02, 2022
Connie Egan
Egan ‘alarmed’ as child left on school bus
September 30, 2022
Patricia O'Lynn
O'Lynn saddened as more jobs go in Ballymena
September 29, 2022
Education
Parents deserve answers from Education Authority on school transport issue, says O’Lynn
September 29, 2022
Stephen Farry
Parliament must be recalled urgently to discuss new Government financial plan, says Farry
September 28, 2022
Kellie Armstrong
Time is running out for employment support services, says Armstrong
September 27, 2022
Health
Fiscal Council research re-emphasises urgency of transformation, says Bradshaw
September 27, 2022
John Blair
Blair welcomes PSNI violence against women and girls strategy
September 27, 2022
Climate Change
Restored Assembly must introduce fracking ban, says Tennyson
September 27, 2022
Stephen Farry
Trickle down economics Is madness, says Alliance
September 23, 2022
Murray: Drink spike tests for licensed premises now a reality
September 22, 2022
It is a ‘false economy’ not to invest in home care, says Bradshaw
September 22, 2022
DUP must get back to work and form an Executive
September 21, 2022
Naomi Long
Long expresses condolences following death of Queen Elizabeth II
September 08, 2022
Stephen Farry
Energy price plan again exposes impact of lack of Executive, says Farry
September 08, 2022
Nick Mathison
New Fuel poverty group is essential as we face cost of living crisis, says Mathison
September 07, 2022
John Blair
As the cost of living bites, rural communities will be hit hard, says Blair
September 07, 2022
Connie Egan
Egan: Pre-school provision falls short of what parents need
September 07, 2022
Health
Quest for truth and justice goes on for victims of neurology scandal, says Bradshaw
September 06, 2022
Eóin Tennyson
Latest energy hike shows urgent need for further intervention, says Tennyson
September 06, 2022
Assembly
New Prime Minister has chance to make positive impact on Northern Ireland, says Long
September 05, 2022
Assembly
Reform of the institutions to allow us to tackle cost of living crisis should be priority issue for new Prime Minister, says Long
September 04, 2022
Foyle
McKinney sickened by war memorial hate crime
September 02, 2022
Assembly
Political crisis could be ended by DUP agreeing to form Executive, says Long
September 01, 2022
Stephen Farry
Alliance representatives discuss way forward with Haemophilia NI at Stormont
September 01, 2022
Stephen Farry
Alliance continues to fight for GP surgery solution in North Down
August 31, 2022
Patricia O'Lynn
Clarification needed on energy support for those paying electric to a landlord, says Armstrong
August 31, 2022
Health
“Postcode lottery” reinforces need for urgent reconfiguration of stroke services, says Bradshaw
August 31, 2022
Patricia O'Lynn
Common sense needed to resolve rural broadband issue, says O'Lynn
August 31, 2022
Health
More money for domiciliary care would help free up entire system, says Bradshaw
August 30, 2022
Eóin Tennyson
Tennyson launches new All Party Group on LGBTQIA+ Equality
August 30, 2022
Stephen Farry
UK-EU talks only way to address steel tariff issue, says Farry
August 25, 2022
Long secures more EV charging in Belfast
August 25, 2022
Assembly
DUP deadlock causing climate delay, says Tennyson
August 25, 2022
Belfast City Council
Murray: Drink spike tests a must for licensed premises
August 24, 2022
Andrew Muir
Muir: NI deserves better than stop gap financial measures
August 24, 2022
Environment
Urgent action required to prevent further fish kills after latest incident, says Eastwood
August 24, 2022
Economy
Armstrong calls for welfare mitigation recommendations to be published as soon as possible
August 23, 2022
Patricia O'Lynn
O’Lynn writes to Minister as house prices continue to soar
August 22, 2022
Patrick Brown
Brown concerned over the impact of the cost of living crisis on animal welfare 
August 22, 2022
Kellie Armstrong
Armstrong calls for clarification around the end of free lateral flow tests
August 21, 2022
Andrew Muir
Universal credit uplift should be restored as part of emergency Budget to tackle cost of living crisis, says Muir
August 19, 2022
Connie Egan
Egan praises students as A-Level results announced
August 18, 2022
Environment
Time to ‘supercharge’ town centre regeneration, says Blair
August 17, 2022
Communities
Lack of an Executive exacerbating homelessness issue, says Armstrong
August 17, 2022
Andrew Muir
Muir calls for urgent measures to cope with MOT backlog
August 16, 2022
Eóin Tennyson
Alliance team meets mental health champion to discuss strategy implementation
August 16, 2022
Paula Bradshaw
Bradshaw welcomes dual-strain vaccines
August 15, 2022
Bonfires
Ferguson calls for bonfire builders to remove items
August 15, 2022
Andrew Muir
Muir: 100 days on we need urgent reform
August 12, 2022
Education
Mathison: Minister must follow through with action on school uniform crisis
August 10, 2022
Nick Mathison
Mathison: We must address school uniform hardship
August 09, 2022
Bradshaw reinforces Alliance support for maternity strategy
August 09, 2022
Paula Bradshaw
Dental treatment "not just added extra" – Bradshaw
August 08, 2022
Environment
Woodland restoration vital if Northern Ireland serious about a green recovery, says Burbank
August 05, 2022
Naomi Long
O'Neill wrong to say no alternative to IRA violence, says Long
August 04, 2022
Health
Muir: Potential closure of North Down surgery extremely worrying
August 04, 2022
John Blair
Agri-food sector is not a ‘plaything’ for future Tory leader, says Blair
August 04, 2022
Assembly
Politics will continue to be stuck in Groundhog Day unless reforms to institutions happen, say Alliance MLAs
August 03, 2022
South Belfast
Nicholl encourages people to participate in upcoming multi-cultural festival
August 02, 2022
Kellie Armstrong
Armstrong calls for speed limit review following road death
August 01, 2022
Police
O’Lynn appeals for information after body found in Ballymena
July 31, 2022
justice
Ferguson pays tribute to families and survivors on Claudy bombs anniversary
July 31, 2022
Kellie Armstrong
Clarification needed on energy support payments for Northern Ireland, says Armstrong
July 29, 2022
Nick Mathison
Mathison expresses sympathies following road death and reiterates call for safety measures
July 29, 2022
John Hyland
Hyland appeals for information after body found in Ballymena
July 28, 2022
Climate Change
Northern Ireland still lagging behind on electric vehicle charging provision, says Muir
July 27, 2022
Naomi Long
Long and Ford saddened by Trimble death
July 25, 2022
Newry Mourne and Down District Council
Alliance grows as Enright joins Newry, Mourne and Down team
July 25, 2022
Foyle
Minister needs to come to North-West following flooding, says Ferguson
July 25, 2022
Kellie Armstrong
Armstrong calls for pregnancy loss scheme to be extended here
July 21, 2022
Sorcha Eastwood
Alliance representatives pay tribute to victims and survivors of Bloody Friday on anniversary
July 21, 2022
Economy
Armstrong expresses shock over soaring rental statistics
July 20, 2022
Health
Recognition payments and pay awards absolutely urgent, says Bradshaw
July 20, 2022
Patrick Brown
Brown leads objections to proposed new ‘industrial scale’ puppy farm
July 20, 2022
North Belfast
Nelson condemns those behind North Belfast hoax alert
July 19, 2022
Health
Bradshaw says cost of living crisis makes need for longer term funding in health more pressing
July 18, 2022
Jay Burbank
Alliance selects Burbank as new Dunsilly Councillor
July 18, 2022
Economy
Armstrong calls on Minister to publish what support he will be providing to businesses to cope with energy price hikes
July 18, 2022
John Blair
Blair questions PSNI over loyalist paramilitary threat
July 08, 2022
John Blair
Blair calls for special Policing Board meeting on misconduct issues
July 07, 2022
Causeway Coast and Glens Borough Council
Alliance welcomes Special Council Meeting on External Audit
July 07, 2022
Education
Armstrong welcomes funding boost for integrated education
July 06, 2022
Assembly
Allowing those who want to form Executive to do so would kick-start devolution, says Farry
July 05, 2022
Economy
Long secures cross party support on plans to revitalise Belfast
July 04, 2022
Assembly
Disgraceful the Assembly remains in deep freeze during cost of living crisis, says Mathison
July 01, 2022
Kellie Armstrong
Changes to marriage law reflect changing Northern Ireland, says Armstrong
July 01, 2022
Williams: We must never forget sacrifice of the Somme
July 01, 2022
Unacceptable we don't have facilities to perform full emission tests for vehicles, says Muir
June 30, 2022
Parties must get behind Way Forward on General Surgery in NI – Bradshaw
June 30, 2022
Belfast City Council
Vital Belfast becomes cleaner, greener and safer, says McMullan after first taskforce meeting
June 29, 2022
Andrew Muir
MOT waiting situation a complete shambles, says Muir
June 28, 2022
Kellie Armstrong
Cost of living support must be given to carers, says Armstrong
June 28, 2022
Nick Mathison
Mathison pledges work on school uniform legislation
June 27, 2022
Brexit
Protocol Bill Deserves to be Comprehensively Defeated says Alliance
June 27, 2022
Naomi Long
Failure to reform Assembly and Executive risks future of devolution, says Long, as she writes to Governments
June 24, 2022
Health
Lack of concrete action on nurse and carer travel risks vital services, says Bradshaw
June 23, 2022
Education
Children with special educational needs left behind yet again, says Egan
June 23, 2022
Education
Too much money not being spent on educating children, says Armstrong
June 22, 2022
abortion
Figures for women still travelling to GB for healthcare nothing short of an outrage, says Bradshaw
June 21, 2022
Naomi Long
Being online cannot equal being beyond the law, says Long
June 21, 2022
Health
Unacceptable failings must lead to urgent reform, says Bradshaw
June 21, 2022
Health
Stroke action plan must proceed swiftly, says Bradshaw
June 20, 2022
Donnelly encourages men to get their health MOTs this Men’s Health Week
June 17, 2022
Health
It would be playing with people's lives and livelihoods to delay Executive any further, says Bradshaw
June 16, 2022
Health
Huge concern about failure to secure appointments for Long COVID, says Bradshaw
June 14, 2022
John Blair
UK Government Bill to override parts of Protocol will be a 'travesty' for NI dairy sector, says Blair
June 14, 2022
Sorcha Eastwood
Protocol legislation being imposed above heads of majority of people and businesses, says Eastwood
June 13, 2022
Stephen Farry
No justification for excluding trans people from ban on so-called conversion therapy, says Farry
June 13, 2022
Brexit
Protocol Bill – Very Bad for Northern Ireland and Entire UK
June 13, 2022
Long has reiterates desire to see reform of institutions during meeting with Labour Leader
June 10, 2022
Bradshaw backs Royal College of Nursing’s call for a functioning Executive and Assembly
June 10, 2022
Andrew Muir
Muir welcomes report into Institutional Reform in NI
June 09, 2022
‘Start-stop’ provision of Abortion Services should not be allowed to occur again, says Bradshaw
June 09, 2022
Belfast City Council
Alliance secures steps towards inclusive play parks across Belfast
June 08, 2022
Bradshaw welcomes exploration of reissuing existing birth certificates in Irish
June 08, 2022
COVID-19
Armstrong uses Carers Week to call again for respite and day centre provision to reopen
June 07, 2022
Health
Muckamore public inquiry needs to provide truth, transparency and accountability, says Bradshaw
June 06, 2022
Andrew Muir
Northern Ireland continues to lose out from cost of living support
May 26, 2022
Alliance meets US delegation at Stormont
May 26, 2022
Stephen Farry
Proposed legacy legislation flawed, unworkable and at odds with rule of law, says Farry
May 24, 2022
Health
Time for ‘Practical Measures’ to address HRT shortage, says Bradshaw
May 23, 2022
Assembly
Impact of impasse on school meals for children shameful, says McAllister 
May 22, 2022
Andrew Muir
Fiscal Commission report useful contribution but will gather dust unless institutions restored, says Muir
May 19, 2022
Education
Pressing need for standardised relationship and sexuality education across Northern Ireland, says McAllister
May 19, 2022
Economy
Dickson hits out at Ulster Bank plans to close branches
May 19, 2022
Eóin Tennyson
Tennyson extremely disappointed at number of homophobic and transphobic hate crimes
May 19, 2022
abortion
There should be no further impediments in commissioning abortion services, says Bradshaw
May 19, 2022
Stephen Farry
Moves by UK Government on Protocol will make it harder to address issues, says Farry
May 17, 2022
Political Reform
Only way to avoid constant cycle of collapse and crisis is reform of institutions, Alliance tells Prime Minister
May 16, 2022
Transport
Bus lanes should be suspended during industrial action to ease congestion and help environment, says Armstrong
May 16, 2022
Education
Those who didn't support Speaker appointment should not be paid salaries, says Long
May 13, 2022
Education
Parents feel abandoned by Education Minister, says Armstrong
May 12, 2022
Condemnation
O’Lynn condemns paramilitary-style shooting of teenager
May 12, 2022
Health
DUP's callous disregard for health service puts patients at risk, says Bradshaw
May 12, 2022
Stephen Farry
Any unilateral move to scrap parts of Protocol would be counterproductive, says Farry
May 10, 2022
Assembly
Together we can make history on May 5, says Long
May 04, 2022
Assembly
Banners are an attempt to smear Alliance, say Party reps
May 01, 2022
Assembly
Muir unveils Alliance legislative priorities
May 01, 2022
Stephen Donnelly
There can no longer be postcode lottery for rural communities, says Donnelly
April 29, 2022
Health
Bradshaw calls for public inquiry into Northern Ireland's response to Covid-19 in care homes
April 28, 2022
manifesto
Election not about how Executive will govern but if it will, says Long
April 27, 2022
Nuala McAllister
Improvements needed to make active travel more viable and attractive, says McAllister
April 26, 2022
Patrick Brown
Improved information sharing would help prevent exploitation of animals, says Brown
April 25, 2022
Stephen Farry
Unilateral action by UK Government on Protocol would undermine efforts to find solutions to Brexit challenges, says Farry
April 22, 2022
Finance
Tackling cost of division would give public purse hundreds of millions of pounds, says Mathison
April 22, 2022
Climate Change
Executive Department for Energy and Climate Change would help fight against climate crisis, says Tennyson
April 20, 2022
Patrick Brown
Brown calls on Gumtree UK to ban sale of dogs to tackle abusers
April 19, 2022
John Blair
No place for sinister acts in our society, says Alliance
April 18, 2022
Economy
Skills strategy would enable everyone to access opportunities, says O'Lynn
April 15, 2022
Stephen Farry
UK Government plans to send asylum seekers to Rwanda vile, deranged and unworkable, says Farry
April 14, 2022
Environment
Pressing need for independent Environmental Protection Agency, says Donnelly
April 13, 2022
COVID-19
Prime Minister and Chancellor should resign immediately, says Farry
April 12, 2022
justice
Ferguson condemns those behind petrol bomb attack on police
April 11, 2022
Education
Mandatory autism training for teachers would ensure pupils given support, says Ferguson
April 11, 2022
Health
Coade says more support needed for Ambulance Service, following death
April 11, 2022
Education
Education Minister and Education Authority need to update parents on transport plans ahead of strike, says Armstrong 
April 10, 2022
South Belfast
Nicholl disgusted at attack on BMCA
April 08, 2022
Peter McReynolds
Vital we build on Alliance work to strengthen hate crime law, says McReynolds
April 08, 2022
John Blair
Blair welcomes PSNI safety equipment being sent to Ukraine
April 08, 2022
Health
More connected approach to mental health services would prevent many getting into crisis in first place, says Nicholl
April 06, 2022
Alliance Mayor links Belfast with major cities in the fight against climate change
March 30, 2022
Failure to help people through cost of living crisis would be morally unforgivable, says Honeyford
March 30, 2022
Government needs to tackle loyalist paramilitaries as it does dissident republicans, says Eastwood
March 29, 2022
Alliance nominates Eastwood and Honeyford for Lagan Valley
March 29, 2022
Long says Assembly Election chance for public to break cycle of crises
March 28, 2022
Incinerator refusal a result of community and political opposition, says Blair
March 27, 2022
Muir disappointed mandate ends without ban on conversion therapy in place
March 25, 2022
McAllister says those behind security alert will not drag us back to the past
March 25, 2022
Planning report damning indictment of broken system, says Muir
March 24, 2022
Bradshaw welcomes progress on commissioning abortion services in Northern Ireland
March 24, 2022
Bradshaw hopes amendments will go some way toward the truth recovery process
March 24, 2022
Good day for fairness and equality, says Lyttle, as Bill removing religious discrimination against teachers passes Assembly
March 24, 2022
Spring Statement does little for most vulnerable or address climate change, says Farry
March 23, 2022
Party News
Cancer strategy must herald new era in transformation, says Bradshaw
March 22, 2022
Bradshaw urges peaceful and respectful celebrations on St Patrick’s Day
March 17, 2022
Party News
Urgent clarification needed over Larne Port following P&O news, says Dickson
March 17, 2022
Long appoints Victims of Crime Commissioner Designate
March 14, 2022
Important we remember all lives lost to terrorism here and further afield, says Eastwood
March 11, 2022
Long overdue apology an emotional day for victims, says Bradshaw
March 11, 2022
Update on DAERA Business Plan amounts to nothing short of environmental failure
March 10, 2022
Long says DUP could appoint First Minister for short period to allow money to be given to those in cost of living crisis
March 10, 2022
Blair: Northern Ireland remains the exception to ambition on delivering net-zero climate legislation
March 09, 2022
Today an historic day for Northern Ireland following passage of Integrated Education Bill, says Armstrong
March 09, 2022
O'Lynn says we must Break the Bias on International Women's Day
March 08, 2022
Bradshaw welcomes prospective movement on district nurse travel expenses
March 08, 2022
Urgent measures needed to support households through cost of living crisis, says Muir, as Alliance releases policy proposals
March 02, 2022
Dunmurry Manor review outcome re-emphasises need for independent care home regulator, says Bradshaw
March 02, 2022
Lyttle urges all parties to help ensure passage of teachers' fair employment law
March 02, 2022
Women’s health strategy needed to improve endometriosis care, says Bradshaw
March 01, 2022
Latest UN assessment of global warming damning indictment of political failure, says Farry
February 28, 2022
Document shows health is Alliance's top priority, says Bradshaw
February 28, 2022
Russian invasion of Ukraine requires strong sanctions and humanitarian response
February 24, 2022
Three-year Budget would give certainty for public services, says Muir
February 23, 2022
Detail required on next steps in vaccination programme, says Bradshaw
February 22, 2022
Long pays tribute to Christopher Stalford
February 20, 2022
More information needed on vaccination process for those aged 5-11, says Bradshaw
February 17, 2022
Dickson expresses shock at scale of those who missed out on voucher scheme
February 17, 2022
Consultant psychiatrists have huge role to play in improving patient experience, says Bradshaw
February 17, 2022
Muir urges Department to act quickly on tackling MOT backlog
February 16, 2022
“Beyond comprehension” Executive money unallocated while cost of living rise continues, says Dickson
February 16, 2022
Football stadia funding must be delivered says Lyttle
February 15, 2022
Clearer guidance now required for clinically extremely vulnerable people, says Bradshaw
February 15, 2022
Millions of funding at risk due to DUP walkout
February 15, 2022
Decisions over future of non-domestic RHI scheme unable to be taken due to DUP Executive collapse, says Dickson
February 14, 2022
No further support for DJs and musicians impacted by COVID
February 10, 2022
Bradshaw encourages open conversations on Sexual Health Week
February 08, 2022
Farry says Police Ombudsman's findings are incredibly disturbing
February 08, 2022
Rise in cost of plastic bags could put some under mounting financial pressure, says Blair
February 07, 2022
Introduction of retired prison officer services is repaying small part of debt, says Lyttle
February 04, 2022
Cancer Strategy must be fully funded and part of the transformation agenda.
February 04, 2022
Threats to Executive literally playing with people’s lives - Bradshaw
February 03, 2022
DUP playing cynical party politics with people's lives and livelihoods, says Long
February 03, 2022
'Levelling up' plans will mean reduced resources and control for Northern Ireland, says Farry
February 02, 2022
Latest stunt is another failed strategy from the Minister, says Blair
February 02, 2022
Bradshaw says Assembly cannot constantly be playing catch-up, as smoking legislation comes into force
February 01, 2022
McCaw encourages participation in Hate Crime Bill consultation
January 31, 2022
Response of Prime Minister to Sue Gray findings pathetic, says Farry
January 31, 2022
Long pays tribute to Bloody Sunday families and survivors on anniversary
January 30, 2022
Planning review a massive missed opportunity, says Muir
January 28, 2022
McCaw says lessons learned on Holocaust Memorial Day can be applied in modern world
January 27, 2022
Bradshaw welcomes latest stage of Protection from Stalking Bill
January 25, 2022
Ferguson calls for those behind Parachute Regiment flags to remove them
January 24, 2022
Armstrong pays tribute to campaigners as legislation changed to fast-track financial support for terminally ill people
January 24, 2022
Blair says urgent action needed to tackle rise of sexual assaults on girls
January 24, 2022
Victims and Survivors of Institutional Abuse have ‘Waited Too Long’ for Apology, says Bradshaw.
January 20, 2022
Monitoring round further proof of need for Infrastructure Commission, says Muir
January 20, 2022
Long welcomes Government U-turn on double-jobbing and says DUP should fully commit to Assembly
January 19, 2022
Bradshaw hopes extra £25 million will stabilise healthcare workforce
January 19, 2022
Residents ‘outraged’ at damage caused to wildlife, says Bradshaw
January 18, 2022
Dickson pleads for better rural emergency services after death of young girl
January 18, 2022
Bradshaw encourages pregnant women to get vaccinated
January 17, 2022
Long past time for proper framework to help women and girls, says Egan
January 14, 2022
A lot achieved by return of power-sharing but more remains to be done, says Long
January 11, 2022
COVID-19
Education Minister must deliver robust safety measures for schools, says Lyttle, as he confirms Alliance support for recall petition
January 05, 2022
Condemnation
Those behind shooting don’t represent community, says Lowry
January 04, 2022
2022 will bring best opportunity for people to vote to deliver real change, says Long
December 31, 2021
Peter McReynolds
Greenway lighting scheme will allow residents to use route in darker times, says McReynolds
December 30, 2021
Alliance Green New Deal
Executive Climate Change Department could see Northern Ireland lead the way, says Tennyson
December 29, 2021
Condolence
Donnelly says thoughts of entire community with loved ones of crash victims
December 27, 2021
Animals
Help us drive change and ban hunting wild mammals with dogs, says Brown
December 24, 2021
Alliance Green New Deal
Active travel opportunities must be enhanced and promoted, says McAllister
December 22, 2021
Alliance Green New Deal
A Green New Deal will tackle rising energy costs, says Donnelly
December 21, 2021
Paula Bradshaw
Bradshaw urges participation in mental health strategy consultation
December 21, 2021
Brexit
Frost resignation should be opportunity for more pragmatic approach says Alliance
December 19, 2021
Health
Alliance welcomes EU medicines breakthrough
December 17, 2021
Health
Needs of families should be at forefront of any Executive decisions around Omicron, says Hackett
December 17, 2021
Health
Alliance Education Spokesperson Chris Lyttle MLA has praised those who campaigned to see period products supplied in all schools in Northern Ireland
December 17, 2021
Communities
Vital local people have say in financial investment in their areas, says Armstrong
December 14, 2021
Human Rights
Government assault on human rights undermines Good Friday Agreement, says Farry
December 14, 2021
Animals
Alliance MLA urges public to sign petition to ban hunting with dogs
December 14, 2021
Human Rights
From this day we can say we in Northern Ireland trust women, says Bradshaw
December 14, 2021
COVID-19
Bradshaw says preparation should already be underway for boosters for over-18s here
December 13, 2021
Jackie Coade
Crucial UK-EU talks reach comprehensive outcome soon, says Long, after Sefcovic meeting
December 13, 2021
Brexit
Crucial UK-EU talks reach comprehensive outcome soon, says Long, after Sefcovic meeting
December 13, 2021
Andrew Muir
Muir says draft Budget proposals may mean Departments not being able to fund essential services
December 10, 2021
Assembly
Bradshaw: First and deputy First Ministers need to show leadership on a Bill of Rights
December 09, 2021
Naomi Long
Alliance announces key spokespeople
December 07, 2021
Stephen Farry
Farry seeks to Amend Nationality and Borders Bill
December 06, 2021
Kellie Armstrong
‘A disability cannot be a barrier to elected politics’ says Armstrong
December 03, 2021
Uncategorized
Muir calls for urgent action to resolve NI Water and Translink funding crisis
December 01, 2021
Health
Muir: We need to get serious about tackling HIV
December 01, 2021
Paula Bradshaw
Leadership seriously lacking on FICT report implementation, says Bradshaw
December 01, 2021
COVID-19
Minister needs to move on latest information re “boosters” – Bradshaw
November 29, 2021
COVID-19
NI must apply JCVI “booster” advice without delay – Bradshaw
November 29, 2021
Ards and North Down Council
Egan appeals to people to stay away from leisure centre following storm damage
November 27, 2021
Andrew Muir
Local projects could benefit from money intended for ‘Boris bridge,’ says Muir, after report confirms costs impossible to justify
November 26, 2021
Belfast City Council
‘We will continue to work together for an open, transparent process”
November 26, 2021
Health
Problems with health service will persist until difficult decisions are taken, says Bradshaw
November 25, 2021
COVID-19
Bradshaw calls for flexibility on pre-Christmas boostersaw
November 23, 2021
Health
Bradshaw calls for support for domiciliary care as eyes and ears for integrated health and social care system
November 22, 2021
Belfast City Council
Alliance secures greater funding transparency at City Hall
November 19, 2021
Mental Health
International Men’s Day a time to reflect
November 19, 2021
Paula Bradshaw
Bradshaw calls for a new maternity strategy on World Prematurity Day
November 17, 2021
Brexit
People and businesses need stability more than anything, say Long and Eastwood
November 17, 2021
Andrew Muir
Muir calls for action by Finance Minister to replicate support for local businesses dealing with COVID-19 related rental disputes
November 15, 2021
COVID-19
People need to start heeding advice to avoid repeat of Craigavon Hospital incident, say Alliance representatives
November 15, 2021
COVID-19
Health Minister needs to urgently clarify whether carers will receive booster jab, says Armstrong
November 15, 2021
Belfast City Council
Long: ‘Living roof’ will transform bus shelters
November 14, 2021
Alliance Green New Deal
COP26 outcome underwhelming, says Farry
November 14, 2021
Belfast City Council
Long seeks greater recognition of Belfast’s shared history
November 11, 2021
Condemnation
Alliance’s Matt Beaumont Condemns the Erecting of Sectarian Posters on Remembrance Day
November 11, 2021
Andrew Muir
Muir calls for urgent action by Infrastructure Minister to secure finances of key public services
November 10, 2021
Brexit
Threat to trigger Article 16 a Sword of Damocles hanging over negotiations, says Farry
November 10, 2021
COVID-19
No reason to delay second doses for 16 and 17-year-olds, says Bradshaw
November 09, 2021
Eóin Tennyson
Tennyson welcomes over 1,000 new Almac jobs
November 09, 2021
COVID-19
Health Minister should make Assembly statement on health worker vaccination requirement consultation, says Bradshaw
November 09, 2021
Condemnation
Kelly shocked by Antrim shooting
November 08, 2021
Condemnation
Never been a greater need for political leaders to work together, says Blair
November 08, 2021
Health
Bradshaw concerned over Hormone Replacement Therapy shortages
November 08, 2021
COVID-19
Minister must be proactive on ensuring dignity in death – Bradshaw
November 05, 2021
Health
Bradshaw calls on the Health Minister to extend the HPV Vaccination Programme to all adolescent males
November 04, 2021
John Blair
Blair: We all have a role to play in building confidence in policing
November 04, 2021
Environment
Muir brings coastal bathing concerns to the Assembly
November 03, 2021
COVID-19
Booster clarification needed for Carers, says Armstrong
November 03, 2021
John Blair
Blair: New recruitment campaign aiming for inclusive force
November 02, 2021
Alliance Green New Deal
The COP26 climate change event must have tangible outcomes, Alliance representatives have said.
November 01, 2021
Condemnation
Armstrong condemns those behind bus hijacking
November 01, 2021
Environment
The climate crisis is no longer a looming threat – it’s here and it’s happening now, says Blair
November 01, 2021
Health
Much work to do to catch up on “Long Covid” – Bradshaw
November 01, 2021
Andrew Muir
Muir calls for Finance Minister to answer Assembly questions on late night funding allocation announcement
October 31, 2021
Belfast City Council
Long unsurprised after Alliance motion becomes first deferred by controversial committee
October 31, 2021
Ards and North Down Council
Egan shocked after stabbing at popular local forest area
October 31, 2021
Health
Changes to ME advice reinforces need for ME service, says Bradshaw
October 29, 2021
Chris Lyttle
Privilege to have served as Alliance MLA for East Belfast, says Lyttle, as he announces intention to step down
October 29, 2021
Economy
Money allocated to Northern Ireland not enough to drive sustainable, green recovery, says Muir
October 28, 2021
Alliance Green New Deal
Budget failed to produce UK Green New Deal, says Farry
October 27, 2021
Eóin Tennyson
Lavery and Tennyson express disappointment after other parties reject fracking opposition proposal
October 26, 2021
Health
Statement on winter pressures makes re-opening without mitigation baffling, says Bradshaw
October 22, 2021
Economy
Dickson expresses concern at potential winter energy affordability crisis
October 22, 2021
John Blair
Imperative work of Police Ombudsman remains free from political interference, says Blair
October 19, 2021
Health
Alliance MLAs mark World Menopause Day by calling for more support for women
October 18, 2021
Brexit
Dickson: We must have a voice on issues impacting us in NI
October 18, 2021
Assembly
Continuing binary cross-community designation and voting system at Assembly slap in the face for others, says Armstrong
October 17, 2021
Stewart Dickson
Hate crime guides a much needed tool, says Dickson
October 15, 2021
Economy
Dickson alarmed by worsening energy crisis
October 15, 2021
Health
Minister must respond to UK Government’s GP rescue package, says Bradshaw
October 14, 2021
Environment
Dickson: Gas caverns decision is devastating for local area
October 13, 2021
Health
Health Minister must share his plans for winter pressures and staff shortages after emergency department news, says Eastwood
October 13, 2021
Brexit
Squandering opportunity for certainty and stability around Protocol would be act of folly, says Farry
October 13, 2021
Michael Long
Long condemns those behind security alert
October 13, 2021
Health
Bradshaw supports safe access zones to protect right to dignity and access to healthcare
October 12, 2021
Brexit
UK Government more interested in continued confrontation than seeking solutions, says Farry
October 12, 2021
Naomi Long
Long says we must all work together to prevent hate crime
October 11, 2021
Stewart Dickson
Dickson hopes High Court judgement leads DUP to reconsider North-South boycott
October 11, 2021
Communities
We need to correct arts funding imbalance, says Armstrong
October 11, 2021
Brexit
Frost Undermining Prospects of Protocol Deal with ECJ Comments
October 10, 2021
Stephen Donnelly
Omagh families deserve public inquiry, says Donnelly
October 08, 2021
Stewart Dickson
Potential security breach with voucher scheme roll out is worrying, says Dickson
October 07, 2021
Andrew Muir
Wastewater and Sewerage Capacity reaches crises point in NI
October 06, 2021
Health
Bradshaw calls on Minister to make statement on neurology workforce pressures urgently
October 06, 2021
Naomi Long
Long: Practical help being delivered in communities thanks to assets recovery funding
October 06, 2021
Health
Bradshaw says mother and baby homes recommendations need implemented urgently
October 05, 2021
Animals
Blair says public want to see end to badger cull plans
October 04, 2021
John Blair
PSNI and other institutions need to outline measures to prevent repeat of Sarah Everard case here, says Blair
October 04, 2021
Brexit
Triggering Article 16 achieves nothing except making negotiations more difficult, says Farry
October 03, 2021
Chris Lyttle
Lyttle welcomes vital support for former prison officers
September 30, 2021
Communities
Armstrong welcomes impending changes to licensing laws
September 29, 2021
Health
Bradshaw welcomes launch of investment in diagnostic services
September 29, 2021
COVID-19
Should be no further delay to reinstating full day centre and respite care for carers, says Armstrong
September 28, 2021
Economy
Dickson Delighted at £14m Investment from ASOS in New Belfast Tech Hub
September 28, 2021
Economy
Department needs to outline support measures it will provide after furlough ends, says Dickson
September 28, 2021
Paula Bradshaw
Bradshaw says we must do all we can to provide access to truth and justice for victims, after Assembly backs Alliance amendment
September 28, 2021
Chris Lyttle
Lyttle says people must grasp opportunity to reshape education
September 27, 2021
Environment
Muir: Full financial transparency needed over future schemes
September 23, 2021
Chris Lyttle
Transfer test should be abolished instead of turned into single test, says Lyttle
September 22, 2021
Education
Education Minister must detail contingency plans for post-primary transfer tests, says Muir
September 21, 2021
John Blair
Blair welcomes creation of new victims role by Justice Minister
September 21, 2021
Health
‘We must deliver better’ says Bradshaw, as Autism Bill progresses
September 21, 2021
Health
Parties must not threaten life-saving legislation, says Bradshaw
September 20, 2021
John Blair
Blair criticises PSNI after ‘victim-blaming’ rape leaflets distributed again
September 20, 2021
Environment
Blair: We need to restore our damaged eco systems now
September 20, 2021
Health
Health Minister should urgently convene summit to ensure surgical services can operate throughout winter, says Bradshaw
September 16, 2021
COVID-19
We must do all we can to help those relying on system, says Armstrong
September 16, 2021
COVID-19
Blair expresses shock at death of Paul Hamill
September 15, 2021
COVID-19
Removal of universal credit uplift would be callous, says Farry
September 15, 2021
COVID-19
Bradshaw welcomes clarity on booster vaccine roll-out
September 14, 2021
Health
Eastwood calls for Council health working group meeting to discuss growing crisis
September 13, 2021
COVID-19
Bradshaw calls for swift offer of vaccine to those aged 12+ in Northern Ireland
September 13, 2021
Economy
Minister needs to explicitly state when High Street voucher will launch, says Dickson
September 13, 2021
Climate Change
Blair says climate demonstration puts issue firmly on agenda
September 13, 2021
Naomi Long
New legislation will protect the most vulnerable, says Long
September 13, 2021
Brexit
Cynical party posturing failing our people, says Long
September 09, 2021
Health
Chief Medical Officer and Public Health Agency called before Education Committee over pupil testing and self-isolation
September 07, 2021
Communities
Women may be put at further financial risk after removal of triple lock on pensions, says Armstrong
September 07, 2021
COVID-19
Preparations should be ongoing to offer vaccinations to all aged 12+, says Bradshaw
September 06, 2021
Brexit
Continued ‘can-kicking’ around Protocol does not provide certainty and stability economy requires, says Farry
September 06, 2021
COVID-19
Armstrong: Move to end Covid uplift payment is disappointing and cruel
September 03, 2021
Health
Urgent UK/EU agreement needed on medicines – Bradshaw
September 03, 2021
Condolence
This is very sad news, says Long
September 02, 2021
John Blair
Blair: Policing recommendations are not without challenges
August 31, 2021
COVID-19
Minister must outline plan to provide protection from triple hit end of financial aid, says Armstrong
August 26, 2021
Alliance Green New Deal
Shambles of electric vehicle charging network forcing people to go back to petrol and diesel, says Muir
August 25, 2021
Economy
Dickson disappointed but not surprised by Ryanair announcement
August 24, 2021
East Belfast
City Hall to light up purple to support We The 15 campaign
August 19, 2021
Alliance Green New Deal
Muir launches public petition for rapidly improved Electric Vehicle charging
August 18, 2021
Stephen Farry
Farry says UK Government’s new scheme for Afghan refugees “woefully inadequate”
August 18, 2021
COVID-19
Lyttle calls on Education Minister to act on school ventilation
August 17, 2021
Kellie Armstrong
Armstrong calls on OFMdFM to open NI for Afghan refugees
August 16, 2021
Stephen Farry
Farry demands urgent large-scale resettlement scheme to protect Afghans civilians – especially women and girls
August 15, 2021
Chris Lyttle
Lyttle congratulates students on GCSE results
August 12, 2021
Alliance Green New Deal
A green recovery is the only way to tackle the climate crisis, says Blair
August 12, 2021
Human Rights
Farry welcomes intervention of UN on Government’s legacy proposals
August 11, 2021
Chris Lyttle
Lyttle praises hard work of students across NI
August 10, 2021
Alliance Green New Deal
IPCC report stresses the overwhelming urgency for action on climate change, says Farry
August 09, 2021
Health
Bradshaw welcomes consultation on expanding access to lifesaving drug
August 05, 2021
Education
McGrath reminds people of local school uniform support scheme
August 04, 2021
Environment
Blair urges public to sign petition to stop badger cull
August 04, 2021
COVID-19
Preparations must be advanced for vaccinations from age 12+, says Bradshaw
August 04, 2021
Education
Integrated education poll shows how some politicians out of step with public, says Armstrong
August 03, 2021
Economy
Muir welcomes Executive commitment to Infrastructure Commission
August 03, 2021
Ards and North Down Council
Egan ‘delight’ as Translink backs down over path closure
August 03, 2021
East Belfast
Long and Hanvey disgusted after reports of paramilitary threat in Cregagh
August 01, 2021
Health
Delayed changes to blood donation important step in ending discrimination against gay and bisexual men, says Bradshaw
July 29, 2021
COVID-19
Dickson welcomes high street voucher scheme but says questions remain
July 29, 2021
Environment
Alliance calls for long-term plans to protect and enhance landscapes
July 28, 2021
South Belfast
Bradshaw questions Department’s Glider proposals for South Belfast
July 27, 2021
COVID-19
We should take lessons from tackling homelessness during pandemic, says Armstrong
July 27, 2021
Stephen Donnelly
High Court ruling a vindication for Omagh families, says Donnelly
July 23, 2021
Condemnation
DUP needs to condemn representative’s comments about local asylum seekers, says Dickson
July 22, 2021
Health
Bradshaw welcomes UK Government direction on commissioning abortion services here
July 22, 2021
John Blair
Ombudsman findings illustrate why amnesty proposals are bad idea, says Blair
July 22, 2021
Brexit
UK Government choosing wishful thinking and confrontation rather than obvious solution over Protocol, says Farry
July 21, 2021
Economy
Dickson says urgent action needed to support local travel agents
July 21, 2021
Campbell expresses sadness after death of Motorcyclist
July 20, 2021
Environment
Muir pleased with update on forthcoming Dilapidation Bill
July 20, 2021
Naomi Long
Alliance will engage in legacy discussions but to fight against amnesty proposals, says Long
July 20, 2021
John Blair
Blair marks Farm Safety Week with reminder to remain vigilant of dangers
July 20, 2021
Communities
Lavery says UVF facades attempt to intimidate residents
July 19, 2021
Health
Bradshaw concerned about outcomes of review into RQIA board resignations
July 19, 2021
Environment
Blair considers proposals for badger cull morally indefensible
July 19, 2021
Economy
Dickson voices dismay over Minister’s inability to accept share for consequences of Brexit on community schemes
July 19, 2021
COVID-19
Greater clarity needed on vaccines for 12-17 year olds, says Bradshaw
July 19, 2021
Naomi Long
Alliance will continue to fight to ensure victims are focus of process, says Long
July 16, 2021
COVID-19
Questions remain to be answered over Runwood Homes profit, says McGrath
July 15, 2021
Police
Dickson praises police following drugs seizure
July 15, 2021
Stephen Farry
UK Government amnesty proposals assault on rule of law and human rights, says Farry
July 14, 2021
East Belfast
Kelly: We need to do more to combat racism
July 13, 2021
Andrew Muir
Muir ‘concerned’ as AIB announces branch closures
July 13, 2021
Communities
Attacks on culture are wrong, says Beaumont
July 12, 2021
Brexit
Blair: Issues for MEA to address after report into Larne Port released
July 09, 2021
Environment
Muir disappointed by Poots response over tyres in bonfires
July 08, 2021
Antrim and Newtownabbey Borough Council
McGrath appeals to those behind war memorial attacks to stop, following latest vandalism
July 08, 2021
Health
Bradshaw calls for urgency with Adoption and Children Bill
July 07, 2021
Education
All parents should have opportunity to send child to integrated school, says Armstrong, as Bill reaches second stage
July 06, 2021
Stephen Farry
No place for guns on our streets, say Alliance representatives, after town shooting
July 06, 2021
COVID-19
Gray welcomes passing of legislation allowing for remote Council meetings to continue
July 06, 2021
Economy
Muir backs plans to aid taxi industry
July 06, 2021
Bradshaw: UK Government's position contrary to scientific guidance on restrictions leaves us thankful for devolution
July 05, 2021
Health
Alliance questions why Executive Office Covid press conferences have ceased
July 05, 2021
Health
Bradshaw: Review into redress process must be urgently undertaken
July 05, 2021
Stephen Farry
Farry says thoughts with families after decision for soldiers to not face trial
July 02, 2021
Council to progress chatty bench scheme
July 01, 2021
Communities
Armstrong delighted after plans announced to stop six-month rule for those on benefits with terminal illness
June 30, 2021
Health
Bradshaw welcomes appointment for Muckamore Abbey Hospital Inquiry
June 30, 2021
Brexit
Time to stop thinking of Protocol in constitutional terms and focus on solutions, says Farry
June 30, 2021
Health
Radiology review is result of health system creaking under extreme pressure, says Bradshaw
June 29, 2021
Health
Alliance sets out five-point plan on Brexit and medicines
June 29, 2021
Environment
Environment Minister needs to take action against those supplying and using tyres for bonfires, says Muir
June 29, 2021
Animals
Blair welcomes consultation on protections for service animals
June 29, 2021
Chris Lyttle
Lyttle welcomes support for his teacher exclusion Bill from Executive Office
June 28, 2021
Health
Clarity now needed on Adoption Bill – Bradshaw
June 25, 2021
Economy
Dickson: Funding boost for airports must be felt by travellers
June 25, 2021
Communities
PIP report outlines ‘systemic maladministration’, says Armstrong
June 24, 2021
Health
Muir: Spending shows scale of challenges that lie ahead
June 24, 2021
Naomi Long
Justice Bill will be approved, but hampered by petty party interests, says Long
June 24, 2021
Health
Those with responsibility must live up to it on women’s reproductive healthcare – Bradshaw
June 22, 2021
Health
Bradshaw welcomes draft Mental Health Strategy Consultation Report
June 22, 2021
COVID-19
Hybrid meetings will open up electoral opportunities to more, says Armstrong
June 22, 2021
John Blair
Blair: LCC must place its focus on disbanding and moving on
June 21, 2021
Time squandered over latest Stormont drama is time stolen from public, says Long
June 17, 2021
Armstrong devastated after Health Minister confirms he doesn't have legislative powers to give carers a COVID payment
June 16, 2021
Assembly
No need for delay in FMdFM nomination, says Armstrong
June 15, 2021
Uncategorized
Elective Care Framework establishes useful principles but lacks detail and ambition, says Bradshaw
June 15, 2021
Bradshaw backs greater support for carers
June 15, 2021
Health
Bradshaw expresses concern at length of time to establish long COVID treatment services here
June 14, 2021
Chris Lyttle
Outgoing Minister’s failure to act on transfer unacceptable, says Lyttle
June 14, 2021
Communities
Alliance to offer bereavement leave for employees affected by miscarriage and stillbirth, says Armstrong
June 14, 2021
Environment
Blair welcomes long overdue peatland consultation
June 14, 2021
Economy
Incoming Economy Minister needs to seek urgent meeting with airport and airline, says Dickson
June 12, 2021
Health
Bradshaw disgusted by ongoing requirement for women to travel to England for vital healthcare
June 10, 2021
COVID-19
Blair’s thoughts remain with those who stuck to rules around funerals
June 10, 2021
COVID-19
Bradshaw welcomes decrease in time between vaccine doses
June 10, 2021
Stephen Donnelly
Politicians have a duty to stand up for minorities, says Donnelly, after DUP’s social media post
June 09, 2021
John Blair
Interventions should be carried out to tackle ‘rape myths’ in the justice system, says Blair
June 09, 2021
Naomi Long
Long: Removing profits an important tool in fight against organised crime
June 08, 2021
Economy
We have opportunity to develop local producers into tourist attractions with Licensing Bill, says Armstrong
June 08, 2021
Andrew Muir
Budget debate is “”groundhog day” says Muir
June 08, 2021
Health
Health Minister can show gratitude to carers by following up previous pledges, says Armstrong
June 07, 2021
Health
Exceptional funding will still be required for Health post-Pandemic – Bradshaw
June 07, 2021
Eóin Tennyson
Serious questions after illegal Portadown parade
June 06, 2021
Health
Bradshaw: UK Government’s position contrary to scientific guidance on restrictions leaves us thankful for devolution
June 05, 2021
Communities
Political games are harming families across NI
June 04, 2021
Antrim and Newtownabbey Borough Council
Webb becomes Mayor of ANBC
June 02, 2021
Belfast City Council
Wheely good news for local cyclists, says Long
June 02, 2021
Environment
Urgent action required to prevent further fish kills, says Blair
June 02, 2021
Belfast City Council
Council to progress chatty bench scheme
June 01, 2021
Chris Lyttle
Report exposes ministerial inaction on educational disadvantage, says Lyttle
June 01, 2021
Andrew Muir
Passage of reservoir legislation matter of life and death, says Muir
June 01, 2021
Economy
Dickson expresses concern after Thompson Aero Seating announcement
June 01, 2021
Belfast City Council
Nicholl becomes Belfast Lord Mayor
June 01, 2021
Health
Negligence figures raise concerns over learning in clinical governance, says Bradshaw
May 28, 2021
Chris Lyttle
Lyttle welcomes integrated status for Harding Memorial
May 27, 2021
Health
Bradshaw secures Committee Inquiry on waiting lists
May 27, 2021
Alliance Green New Deal
We need to protect our natural environment, says Mathison
May 25, 2021
Andrew Muir
Budget again highlights need for reform, says Muir
May 25, 2021
Environment
Blair calls for Executive to bring forward Green New Deal proposals
May 24, 2021
Alliance Green New Deal
Egan: A Green New Deal will help secure a sustainable future for Bangor
May 24, 2021
Environment
Green New Deal could help us avoid repeating effects of pandemic, say Muir as Assembly motion passes
May 24, 2021
John Blair
Blair: Londonderry incident must be condemned
May 23, 2021
Belfast City Council
Statue proposal gets cross-party backing
May 21, 2021
East Belfast
Mulholland welcomes confirmation of Irish language nursery school in East Belfast
May 21, 2021
Belfast City Council
Belfast can begin to showcase diverse history with new statue, says Long
May 20, 2021
Communities
Armstrong disappointed after Department appears to put scrapping six-month rule on back-burner
May 20, 2021
Andrew Muir
Muir criticises Executive Office for failure to take key decisions
May 18, 2021
John Blair
HMIC report shows need for elected representatives to follow due process, says Blair
May 17, 2021
Economy
Dickson concerned Minister has no immediate plans to develop remote working strategy
May 17, 2021
Chris Lyttle
Lyttle welcomes political support for PMB to remove discrimination in teaching appointments
May 17, 2021
Communities
Armstrong calls on Minister to extend supplementary PIP payments
May 13, 2021
Health
Case for new maternity strategy clear and urgent, say Alliance representatives
May 12, 2021
Environment
We cannot repeat pandemic mistakes when tackling climate emergency, says Blair
May 11, 2021
Human Rights
NI Human Rights Commission submission demonstrates clear incompatibility of Severe Fetal Impairment Bill – Bradshaw
May 11, 2021
Naomi Long
UK Government now needs to apologise for Army actions at Ballymurphy, says Long
May 11, 2021
Economy
Dickson frustrated with Economy Minister’s disinterest in the Erasmus programme
May 10, 2021
Kellie Armstrong
Moving to carbon neutral is vital says Armstrong
May 10, 2021
Moving to carbon neutral is vital says Armstrong
May 10, 2021
Naomi Long
Long tells Secretary of State media briefing on amnesty showed callous and cavalier attitude towards victims and survivors
May 10, 2021
Paula Bradshaw
No further delay on language legislation, says Bradshaw
May 10, 2021
COVID-19
Bradshaw welcomes steps to maximise vaccination roll-out among younger people
May 07, 2021
Need to balance requests of those selling alcohol with community health, says Armstrong
May 07, 2021
Stephen Farry
UK Government’s shameful course of action will see paramilitaries no longer held to account, says Farry
May 06, 2021
Jackie Coade
Coade: Community deserves better than pipe bomb attack
May 06, 2021
Condolence
Brown expresses sadness at death of Denis Lynn
May 03, 2021
Stewart Dickson
Dickson appalled by arson attack at home of police officer
April 29, 2021
Economy
Dickson calls for more detail on voucher schemes
April 28, 2021
Naomi Long
Long: Today’s announcement an important milestone for victims and survivors
April 27, 2021
Stephen Farry
North Down representatives invite Environment Minister to see anti-social behaviour problems first-hand
April 26, 2021
Alliance Green New Deal
Creation of 50,000 new jobs over decade would move us towards sustainable economy, says Long, as Alliance launches Green New Deal
April 26, 2021
Alliance Green New Deal
North Down representatives invite Environment Minister to see anti-social behaviour problems first-hand
April 24, 2021
Health
Western Trust abortion announcement shows Secretary of State intervention now urgent, says Bradshaw
April 23, 2021
Danny Donnelly
Donnelly says Basic facilities must be provided for the needs of everyone across East Antrim
April 23, 2021
Mid and East Antrim
Statement from Councillor Billy Webb on successful court judgement
April 23, 2021
South Belfast
Nicholl lobbies for new community outreach system
April 22, 2021
COVID-19
Revitalising town and city centres will help Lagan Valley recover after the pandemic, Alliance representatives in the constituency have said
April 21, 2021
COVID-19
Donnelly says focus must be on regeneration after pandemic
April 20, 2021
John Blair
Blair condemns those behind attack on police officer
April 20, 2021
Health
Serious questions on learning from Neurology Recall remain – Bradshaw
April 20, 2021
Health
‘We need to listen and invest in our society’ says Claire Hackett
April 20, 2021
Jackie Coade
Restoration of railway link would improve local active travel, says Coade
April 19, 2021
Jackie Coade
Coade hits out at those behind hate crime attack on house
April 18, 2021
Economy
Armstrong welcomes youth employment scheme but says it should have been established months ago
April 15, 2021
Chris Lyttle
Lyttle launches consultation to include teachers in fair employment legislation
April 15, 2021
COVID-19
Time to get a move on with special events on roads review, says Muir
April 14, 2021
Health
Health Minister’s statement offers positive view of future – Bradshaw
April 13, 2021
Transport
We need to improve public transport locally if we are to grasp opportunities, says Beaumont
April 09, 2021
Condolence
Long expresses condolences following death of Prince Philip
April 09, 2021
COVID-19
Universal basic income could get people back on feet financially, says Brown
April 09, 2021
COVID-19
COVID recovery an opportunity to rebalance regional inequalities, says Ferguson
April 08, 2021
Naomi Long
Leadership about action, not merely words, says Long
April 08, 2021
Eóin Tennyson
Efforts need to be stepped up in search for new school site, says Tennyson
April 08, 2021
North Antirm
O’Lynn: Violence is never the answer
April 06, 2021
Assembly
Alliance submits Assembly recall petition
April 06, 2021
John Blair
Blair says violence has achieved nothing except spreading fear and destruction
April 04, 2021
Paula Bradshaw
Bradshaw says responsible leadership required to stop a repeat of riot scenes
April 03, 2021
Belfast City Council
Council backs schools sign language motion from McMullan
April 02, 2021
Derry and Strabane District Council
McKinney appeals for calm after further night of violence in city
April 02, 2021
COVID-19
MLAs call for clarity around bonus payment for carers
April 02, 2021
Connie Egan
Frustrating Council has kept outdoor tennis courts closed, says Egan
April 01, 2021
John Blair
Blair requests police report after statistics show disproportionate stop and search figures
April 01, 2021
Assembly
Armstrong disappointed no unambiguous or unequivocal apology from Sinn Féin
April 01, 2021
Tom Campbell
Campbell disgusted after pensioner targeted in distraction burglary
April 01, 2021
Health
Prioritisation for adults living with immunosuppressed adults should be confirmed here, says Bradshaw
March 31, 2021
Health
Bradshaw says no better way to show allyship than to improve health services for trans people
March 31, 2021
Chris Lyttle
Alliance representatives meet with Minister to discuss park and ride and greenway plans
March 31, 2021
East Belfast
Obligation on everyone to make city safer and fairer for women and girls, says Mulholland
March 31, 2021
John Blair
Blair requests public Policing Board session take place tomorrow
March 31, 2021
Stephen Farry
Michelle O’Neill needs to issue unreserved public apology over actions at Storey funeral, says Farry
March 30, 2021
Health
Bradshaw reiterates call for permanent free hospital parking for staff
March 26, 2021
Sharon Lowry
Lowry absolutely disgusted at appearance of racist graffiti
March 25, 2021
Environment
DUP need to explain U-turn on proposed waste incinerator, says Blair
March 25, 2021
Communities
Armstrong welcomes PIP report findings
March 23, 2021
Health
Best tribute to COVID victims is to continue following the public health advice, says Long
March 23, 2021
Health
Secretary of State’s intervention provides welcome clarity but should not have been necessary, says Bradshaw
March 23, 2021
Assembly
Constant inaction from Executive Office allowing abuse of flags, identity, culture and tradition to divide, says Bradshaw
March 22, 2021
Environment
Blair calls for more action on illegal dumping
March 22, 2021
North Antirm
O’Lynn welcomes Wrightbus investment
March 22, 2021
John Blair
Blair expresses sympathies after double murder investigation launched
March 20, 2021
Stephen Farry
NIO dodging responsibilities on victims’ payment scheme, says Farry
March 19, 2021
Health
Onus on Health Minister to stop standing in the way of abortion services – Bradshaw
March 18, 2021
Andrew Muir
Muir tells Minister to get a move on with residents’ parking decision
March 18, 2021
Communities
Armstrong calls for urgent legislation to ensure continuation of welfare mitigations
March 17, 2021
South Belfast
South Belfast needs a new integrated post-primary school, says Bradshaw
March 16, 2021
COVID-19
Lyttle welcomes announcement on pupil return to school
March 16, 2021
Health
Bradshaw welcomes funding uplift for voluntary and community sector
March 15, 2021
John Blair
Men need to ask themselves how they can be better allies to women, says Blair
March 15, 2021
COVID-19
Holyland needs more than a reactionary annual response to St Patrick’s Day, says Bradshaw
March 15, 2021
COVID-19
COVID grants welcome but concerns remain, says Muir
March 15, 2021
Environment
Eastwood meets NIEA meeting over pollution in River Lagan
March 15, 2021
Andrew Muir
Muir calls for Cost of Division to be top priority for Fiscal Council
March 15, 2021
Economy
Dickson welcomes long overdue support for travel agents
March 12, 2021
Brexit
Sinister poster campaign not welcomed, says Tennyson
March 11, 2021
Environment
Blair calls for more climate cash
March 11, 2021
North Belfast
McAllister brands attack on memorial as a ‘despicable act of vandalism’
March 11, 2021
Health
Clear communication key to roll-out of lateral flow tests, says Bradshaw
March 10, 2021
Andrew Muir
Irish Sea bridge more about politics than reality, says Muir
March 10, 2021
Health
Bradshaw welcomes confirmation of non-blanket usage of ‘do not resuscitate’ notices here
March 09, 2021
Andrew Muir
Muir welcomes extension of planning review
March 08, 2021
Kate Nicholl
IWD serves as a reminder of work still to do
March 08, 2021
Kellie Armstrong
Assembly needs to recognise its diverse make-up and ensure better representation, says Armstrong
March 08, 2021
Economy
Dickson welcomes extension to business support scheme
March 05, 2021
Brexit
Alliance continues to find solutions to DUP Brexit mess
March 04, 2021
Environment
Budget missed opportunity for green recovery, says Farry
March 03, 2021
Brexit
Extension to grace periods must be on solid basis, says Farry
March 03, 2021
Andrew McAuley
Andrew McAuley is new Councillor for Airport
March 03, 2021
Causeway Coast and Glens Borough Council
Council’s Mulligan motion should not go ahead, says Boyle
March 02, 2021
Health
Bradshaw welcomes move to help bereaved as part of Infected Blood Payment Scheme
March 01, 2021
Economy
Another concerning day after latest bank closure news, says Muir
March 01, 2021
Kellie Armstrong
Departments need to ensure planned spending so no money handed back, says Muir
March 01, 2021
COVID-19
Departments need to ensure planned spending so no money handed back, says Muir
March 01, 2021
Assembly
Damages Bill set to tackle on-going delays, says Dickson
March 01, 2021
Mid and East Antrim
Political stunts aren’t helping local people, says Logan
March 01, 2021
Economy
Political stunts have consequences, says John Blair
February 26, 2021
Health
Bradshaw welcomes virus cluster data but warns more needs to be done on working from home
February 26, 2021
Chris Lyttle
More evidence review of SEN provision is needed, says Lyttle
February 25, 2021
Economy
Dickson concerned Economic Recovery Plan will be unworkable
February 25, 2021
Derry and Strabane District Council
Ferguson says city deal business case approval massive step forward
February 24, 2021
Animals
Almost 80 per cent of respondents back banning hunting with dogs, says Blair
February 24, 2021
Neil Kelly
Kelly expresses delight at Jordan Brown’s victory at Welsh Snooker Open
February 22, 2021
Communities
Armstrong calls on Finance Minister to allocate money for reform of ‘six-month’ rule
February 22, 2021
COVID-19
Essential Executive has comprehensive plan to tackle issues related to pandemic, Brexit and other matters, says Muir
February 22, 2021
Brexit
A disappointing day for openness and transparency, says Donnelly, after Council vote
February 22, 2021
Andrew Muir
Muir expresses concern after Ulster Bank announcement
February 19, 2021
COVID-19
Dickson calls for support for the leisure and entertainment sector
February 19, 2021
Health
Bradshaw: Additional funding will go a small way to alleviating pressures on foster carers
February 19, 2021
East Belfast
Kelly condemns those behind stabbing in East Belfast
February 19, 2021
Environment
Peatland restoration vital if Northern Ireland serious about a green recovery, says Blair
February 19, 2021
Brexit
Deadline for EU residents should be removed urgently, say Long and Farry
February 19, 2021
COVID-19
Crucial regrettable and avoidable mistakes by Council staff not repeated, says McAllister, after funeral report
February 18, 2021
Economy
Dickson says Economy Minister needs to take responsibility for students
February 17, 2021
Economy
Dickson welcomes jobs boost
February 17, 2021
COVID-19
More needs to be done to support people who have to self-isolate, says Armstrong
February 17, 2021
COVID-19
Extension of vaccination programme a huge relief for many, says Bradshaw
February 17, 2021
COVID-19
Ratepayers deserve truth about timeline of events leading to removal of port workers, says Donnelly
February 16, 2021
Economy
Muir: Economy Minister must “check her attitude”
February 16, 2021
Patricia O'Lynn
O’Lynn expresses condolences after crash tragedy
February 15, 2021
Andrew Muir
Muir calls for “Smart” Motorways to be taken off the table
February 15, 2021
COVID-19
Bradshaw says online vaccination appointments will come as a relief to clinically extremely vulnerable
February 12, 2021
COVID-19
Armstrong welcomes law change to support music industry
February 12, 2021
COVID-19
Dup withdrawal from meetings is reckless, says Mulvenna
February 11, 2021
Health
Bradshaw deeply frustrated after Trust vaccine mistake
February 10, 2021
COVID-19
Muir alarmed by Finance Minister’s COVID-19 funding announcement
February 10, 2021
Communities
Armstrong: Welfare of many at risk with legislation delay
February 10, 2021
Brexit
Farry calls for Government creativity to fix Protocol with a UK-EU veterinary agreement
February 09, 2021
Economy
Armstrong questions if Department intends to deliver youth employment programmes
February 09, 2021
COVID-19
Time for cool heads and calm consideration after Lower Ormeau policing incident, says Blair
February 08, 2021
Health
It is important sexual health is not forgotten about, says Bradshaw
February 08, 2021
COVID-19
Armstrong welcomes confirmation successful qualifying benefit claimants will receive COVID heating payment
February 08, 2021
Paula Bradshaw
Bradshaw: Stalking legislation is about making people feel safe
February 08, 2021
Paula Bradshaw
Bradshaw concerned at Lower Ormeau incident
February 05, 2021
Brexit
Donnelly welcomes workers returning but says questions remain over source of threat
February 05, 2021
Economy
Student’s payment welcome, but many groups still waiting says Dickson
February 04, 2021
Naomi Long
Alliance seeks urgent meeting with Chief Constable over increasing tensions and paramilitary activity
February 03, 2021
Andrew Muir
Muir calls for civil servant e-hubs to be established in town centres
February 03, 2021
Health
Regional approach will be required beyond the pandemic to catch up on vital procedures, says Bradshaw
February 03, 2021
Brexit
Dickson calls for cool, calm heads as Larne situation escalates
February 02, 2021
Transport
Muir: Penalty increases for using mobile phones while driving are welcome
February 02, 2021
COVID-19
Lyttle says impact of disrupted learning for pupils must be mitigated
February 02, 2021
Brexit
Long says DUP proposals would do nothing except more pain on people
February 02, 2021
Brexit
Blair questions new DAERA Minister on Larne Port situation
February 02, 2021
Communities
Independent advice sector needs financial support to secure survival, says Armstrong
February 01, 2021
Health
Committee inquiry on COVID in care homes offers significant challenges, says Bradshaw
February 01, 2021
Assembly
Armstrong delighted after Assembly backs her remote participation suggestion
February 01, 2021
Michelle Kelly
Alliance secures next phase of Belfast alleygate scheme
February 01, 2021
Brexit
EU must reverse its Article 16 use
January 29, 2021
Economy
Economy Minister must take action now to support excluded, says Dickson
January 29, 2021
Alliance representatives welcome progress on A1 road scheme
January 28, 2021
Communities
People will be further disadvantaged unless more money found for Communities Budget, says Armstrong
January 28, 2021
COVID-19
More must be done to support teachers, parents and pupils with remote learning, says Lyttle
January 28, 2021
Bradshaw hopeful care home restrictions here follow suit after England changes
January 27, 2021
Stewart Dickson
Alliance marks Holocaust Memorial Day
January 27, 2021
COVID-19
Bradshaw welcomes weekly testing in Special Educational Needs Schools
January 27, 2021
Environment
Blair furious as long-awaited UK Environment Bill is delayed a third time
January 27, 2021
Health
Reference group’s preferences must inform next steps for victims of mother and baby homes, says Bradshaw
January 26, 2021
COVID-19
Alliance representatives condemn those who appear to have broken COVID guidelines at funeral
January 26, 2021
Animals
McGrath: Gaps in animal welfare legislation must be addressed
January 26, 2021
Long committed to enhancing support for prison staff
January 25, 2021
Amount of money unallocated is “scandalous” says Muir
January 25, 2021
Uncategorized
Lyttle welcomes commitment by Justice Minister to increase support for prison staff
January 25, 2021
Bradshaw says awareness campaign will determine ultimate success of Organ Donation Bill
January 24, 2021
Dickson welcomes cancellation of exams but says support needs to be put in place for students
January 22, 2021
COVID-19
Dickson welcomes long-awaited business support schemes
January 22, 2021
Environment
Council team secure NIEA investigation into odour problem
January 21, 2021
Environment
Long: Get involved with One Million Trees campaign
January 21, 2021
Finance
Muir: We must deliver best value for money for our taxpayers
January 21, 2021
Health
Bradshaw welcomes plan to eliminate Hepatitis C
January 20, 2021
John Blair
Blair: More details needed on new build plans
January 19, 2021
Muir encourages other parties to sign motion calling on Government to scrap double-jobbing proposal
January 18, 2021
Health
Bradshaw calls for urgent support for district nurses
January 18, 2021
Naomi Long
Long introduces Protection from Stalking Bill
January 18, 2021
Condemnation
Lavery condemns those behind ammunition discovered in Lurgan
January 18, 2021
Brexit
Dickson says we are now in project reality as outworkings of Brexit make themselves clear
January 18, 2021
COVID-19
Armstrong and Blair welcome legislation to support victims of domestic abuse
January 18, 2021
Andrew Muir
Budget not even close to what is required, says Muir
January 18, 2021
Assembly
Virtual Citizens’ Assembly should be convened, says Muir
January 18, 2021
Paula Bradshaw
Volunteers will be “devastated” says Bradshaw, after fire at Belfast Multi-Cultural Association
January 15, 2021
Andrew Muir
Muir hits out, as £1 million of roads money is returned
January 15, 2021
Economy
Dickson welcomes court decision on business interruption insurance
January 15, 2021
Health
Bradshaw welcomes funding approval for new perinatal mental health delivery model
January 14, 2021
COVID-19
Dickson and Muir raise concerns over potential for Executive to hand back COVID funding
January 14, 2021
Communities
Armstrong welcomes Dormant Accounts Fund for charities
January 13, 2021
Andrew Muir
Muir disappointed by road safety grant rejections
January 13, 2021
Chris Lyttle
Contingency admissions criteria urgently needed further to AQE cancellation and apology says Lyttle
January 13, 2021
Andrew Muir
Muir welcomes additional help to address taxi driver hardship
January 13, 2021
COVID-19
Dickson reiterates calls for no detriment policies from local universities
January 12, 2021
COVID-19
Armstrong calls for Assembly systems to enable remote debate
January 12, 2021
Brexit
UK Government and EU Commission need to address trade flow problems, says Farry
January 12, 2021
COVID-19
Bradshaw welcomes domiciliary care worker inclusion as priority in vaccination programme
January 11, 2021
Health
Bradshaw welcomes legal challenge on abortion services
January 10, 2021
Economy
Economy Minister has questions to answer over planned schemes, says Dickson
January 08, 2021
Chris Lyttle
Lyttle calls on Education Minister and all parties to show leadership after grammar schools confirm they won’t use transfer tests
January 08, 2021
Health
Bradshaw welcomes use of independent sector to maximise surgery capacity
January 08, 2021
Communities
Social Fund repayments should be further delayed, says Armstrong
January 07, 2021
Economy
Dickson welcomes ‘wet pub’ support announcement but criticises delay
January 06, 2021
Health
Bradshaw to meet Belfast Trust urgently on contraceptive implant review
January 06, 2021
COVID-19
P7 pupils and parents deserve urgent clarity on transfer contingency plans, says Lyttle
January 05, 2021
COVID-19
Health Minister must make urgent statement on risk of private tests, says Bradshaw
January 04, 2021
COVID-19
Urgent action needed on Transfer Tests says Lyttle
January 03, 2021
Brexit
Alliance will continue to build bridges, not borders in Brexit aftermath
December 30, 2020
Farry opposes Boris Johnson’s Brexit Deal
December 30, 2020
COVID-19
Bradshaw welcomes change in vaccination strategy
December 30, 2020
Connie Egan
Egan condemns those behind racist graffiti in town
December 27, 2020
Animals
Blair announces plans to bring Bill to outlaw hunting wild mammals with dogs
December 26, 2020
Brexit
Northern Ireland will face consequences and loss of opportunities no matter detail of Bexit deal, says Farry
December 24, 2020
Andrew Muir
Finance Minister needs to urgently provide financial support for licensed premises at sports clubs, says Muir
December 23, 2020
COVID-19
Many arts venues caught in Catch-22 over funding, say Armstrong
December 23, 2020
Economy
Dickson expresses concern regarding parcel deliveries between NI and GB
December 22, 2020
COVID-19
Confidence in Minister’s approach to school restart critically low, says Lyttle
December 20, 2020
Assembly
Lyttle submits Assembly recall petition, urging Education Minister to give statement on school issues
December 19, 2020
Andrew Muir
Muir frustrated ‘vulnerable’ reservoirs still not revealed
December 18, 2020
Michael Long
Alliance welcomes support for new alleygates programme
December 18, 2020
Stewart Dickson
We need to work together to end cruel treatment of migrants, Dickson
December 18, 2020
Paula Bradshaw
International Day to End Violence Against Sex Workers a reminder that no one should receive second-class treatment
December 17, 2020
Kellie Armstrong
Armstrong disappointed Jobstart scheme delayed again
December 17, 2020
COVID-19
Dickson welcomes furlough extension
December 17, 2020
Andrew Muir
Muir shocked at lack of parking enforcement in problem hotspots
December 16, 2020
Transport
We must keep pushing for funding for Transport Hub, says Ferguson
December 16, 2020
Health
Education Minister should introduce free period products in schools, says Lyttle
December 15, 2020
Health
Bradshaw seeks assurances over neonatal cot availability
December 15, 2020
COVID-19
Lyttle questions Education Minister over refusal to cancel or significantly change exam assessments
December 15, 2020
Chris Lyttle
Independent review of education welcome but long overdue, says Lyttle
December 15, 2020
Health
Pressures across the Health Service have been exposed: Bradshaw
December 15, 2020
Health
Alliance representatives welcome changes on blood ban
December 14, 2020
John Blair
Progress needed to protect the health of our young people, says Bradshaw, as Minister confirms ban on smoking in cars when under-18s present
December 14, 2020
John Blair
Racial Equality Strategy has been stalled long enough, says Blair
December 14, 2020
Health
Bradshaw welcomes launch of organ donation opt-out consultation
December 11, 2020
COVID-19
Education Minister should have planned for early school closure, says Lyttle
December 10, 2020
COVID-19
Muir calls for Supermarket rates relief returns to be used to support local businesses
December 10, 2020
COVID-19
Alliance representatives call on Ministers to agree support package for taxi drivers and operators
December 09, 2020