He was speaking after a video shared online depicted masked men with guns reading a statement in which politicians are described as ‘legitimate targets’.
 
Mr Tennyson said: “The video circulating online depicting masked men threatening violence against democratically elected representatives is vile and reprehensible. Such threats have absolutely no place in our society and my solidarity is with every Councillor and MLA who has been targeted.
 
“This is not just an attack on politicians, but on the people they serve and the democratic process itself. These faceless thugs do not speak for our community, and they will not succeed in dragging us backwards.
 
“Alliance will not be deterred from serving the people who elected us. The people of Newry, Mourne and Down reject violence and coercion, and our local team will continue to build a brighter, more inclusive future for everyone who calls the district home."