Menu
26/07/2019
New NI Secretary To Hold Talks With Party Leaders
Northern Ireland's new Secretary of State Julian Smith will visit the region to hold talks with each of the five main political parties today.
The MP for Yorkshire constituency Skipton and Ripon inherits the task of facilitating the Stormont talks process after Karen Bradley was sacked from her role on Wednesday by new Prime Minister Boris Johnson.
The devolved administrations have been in suspension since the DUP and Sinn Fein split in a bitter row in 2017, with a fresh round of negotiations launched in April in the wake of journalist Lyra McKee's murder.
Mr Smith is set to hold talks with leaders of the five main parties today, Friday 26 July, and a series of other engagements as he gets to grip with Northern Ireland. His tenure is expected to be dominated by the challenges of Brexit and restoring the devolved institutions.
(JG/CM)
The MP for Yorkshire constituency Skipton and Ripon inherits the task of facilitating the Stormont talks process after Karen Bradley was sacked from her role on Wednesday by new Prime Minister Boris Johnson.
The devolved administrations have been in suspension since the DUP and Sinn Fein split in a bitter row in 2017, with a fresh round of negotiations launched in April in the wake of journalist Lyra McKee's murder.
Mr Smith is set to hold talks with leaders of the five main parties today, Friday 26 July, and a series of other engagements as he gets to grip with Northern Ireland. His tenure is expected to be dominated by the challenges of Brexit and restoring the devolved institutions.
(JG/CM)
Related Northern Ireland News Stories
Click here for the latest headlines.
15 June 2017
Prime Minister To Hold Talks With NI's Five Main Parties
Prime Minister Theresa May is expected to hold talks with Northern Ireland's five main parties in London later today, 15 June. The DUP, Sinn Féin, the UUP, the SDLP and Alliance are to hold separate discussions with Mrs May. She has already met with the DUP to seek a deal to support a minority Conservative government.
Prime Minister To Hold Talks With NI's Five Main Parties
Prime Minister Theresa May is expected to hold talks with Northern Ireland's five main parties in London later today, 15 June. The DUP, Sinn Féin, the UUP, the SDLP and Alliance are to hold separate discussions with Mrs May. She has already met with the DUP to seek a deal to support a minority Conservative government.
07 July 2009
London Policing Talks To Focus On Funding
Financing a devolved policing and justice department is expected to be the centrepiece of talks between First Minister Peter Robinson and Prime Minister Gordon Brown later today. Mr Robinson will meet the PM in London amid mounting speculation that powers will be transferred to Stormont soon.
London Policing Talks To Focus On Funding
Financing a devolved policing and justice department is expected to be the centrepiece of talks between First Minister Peter Robinson and Prime Minister Gordon Brown later today. Mr Robinson will meet the PM in London amid mounting speculation that powers will be transferred to Stormont soon.
18 December 2014
Cross-Party Talks To Resume
Cross-party talks are due to resume at Stormont today, it is understood. On Wednesday, Northern Ireland's main political parties held discussions until almost 10pm. However, not much progress is thought to have been made on key issues such as the budget or welfare reform as the parties failed to resolve their differences.
Cross-Party Talks To Resume
Cross-party talks are due to resume at Stormont today, it is understood. On Wednesday, Northern Ireland's main political parties held discussions until almost 10pm. However, not much progress is thought to have been made on key issues such as the budget or welfare reform as the parties failed to resolve their differences.
25 November 2024
Visit Belfast Celebrates 25 Years of Transforming Tourism Landscape
Visit Belfast, the city's dedicated Destination Marketing and Management Organisation (DMMO), is celebrating a quarter-century of success.
Visit Belfast Celebrates 25 Years of Transforming Tourism Landscape
Visit Belfast, the city's dedicated Destination Marketing and Management Organisation (DMMO), is celebrating a quarter-century of success.
21 November 2024
5 New Trends Sweeping The Online Gaming Industry
Online gaming is constantly changing. Each year, new trends emerge that shape the experiences of millions of players worldwide. This year is no different, with several exciting shifts capturing the attention of gamers everywhere.
5 New Trends Sweeping The Online Gaming Industry
Online gaming is constantly changing. Each year, new trends emerge that shape the experiences of millions of players worldwide. This year is no different, with several exciting shifts capturing the attention of gamers everywhere.
-
Northern Ireland WeatherToday:A showery start with outbreaks most frequent north of Lough Neagh and through the morning, before dwindling during the afternoon as the northwest breezes ease and brighter spells of weak sunshine prosper. Maximum temperature 8 °C.Tonight:A dry night, save for a few light showers around the coasts, with prolonged clear spells and light winds bringing a frosty dawn for many in central and southern parts. Minimum temperature -3 °C.
