05/04/2022
Other News In Brief
SF Urged To Be 'Open And Honest' About Border Poll Plans
Sinn Féin has been urged to be "open and honest" about its "divisive border poll plans".
Speaking during a visit in L'Derry, DUP Leader Sir Jeffrey Donaldson said: "The outcome of this election will be vital for the future of Northern Ireland and will determine whether we focus on growing our economy, delivering jobs and investing in our infrastructure, or whether we face months and years of instability, focusing on a divisive border poll.
"Sinn Fein Should be open and honest about its divisive border poll plans. Only 2 weeks ago they were happy to talk about their divisive border poll plan in Washington and New York to Senators and Congressmen.
"Why does Sinn Fein not want to talk about their divisive border plans in Northern Ireland? The people of NI deserve honesty from SF and it’s leaders."
Security Alert Ongoing In L'Derry
Emergency services remain at the scene of a security alert in L'Derry, which began on Monday.
Police responded to reports of a suspicious object on the Corrody Road at about 7pm last night. According to reports, a number of emergency personnel remain at the scene, with the road closed between Strabane Old Road and Kittybane Road.
It has been reported that the operation is expected to continued for "several hours".
People have been urged to avoid the area while the operation is ongoing.
Silo Fire 'Appears Accidental' – NIFRS
The Northern Ireland Fire and Rescue Service (NIFRS) has said that initial investigations suggest a fire at a silo in Dunmurry Industrial Estate in Belfast was accidental.
The fire was first reported at about 11:40am on Monday, with six appliances and some 50 firefighters attending. The fire was declared extinguished at 10:40am this morning, Tuesday 05 April.
The cause of the fire is being investigated by NIFRS have said that it appears to be accidental.
Sinn Féin has been urged to be "open and honest" about its "divisive border poll plans".
Speaking during a visit in L'Derry, DUP Leader Sir Jeffrey Donaldson said: "The outcome of this election will be vital for the future of Northern Ireland and will determine whether we focus on growing our economy, delivering jobs and investing in our infrastructure, or whether we face months and years of instability, focusing on a divisive border poll.
"Sinn Fein Should be open and honest about its divisive border poll plans. Only 2 weeks ago they were happy to talk about their divisive border poll plan in Washington and New York to Senators and Congressmen.
"Why does Sinn Fein not want to talk about their divisive border plans in Northern Ireland? The people of NI deserve honesty from SF and it’s leaders."
Security Alert Ongoing In L'Derry
Emergency services remain at the scene of a security alert in L'Derry, which began on Monday.
Police responded to reports of a suspicious object on the Corrody Road at about 7pm last night. According to reports, a number of emergency personnel remain at the scene, with the road closed between Strabane Old Road and Kittybane Road.
It has been reported that the operation is expected to continued for "several hours".
People have been urged to avoid the area while the operation is ongoing.
Silo Fire 'Appears Accidental' – NIFRS
The Northern Ireland Fire and Rescue Service (NIFRS) has said that initial investigations suggest a fire at a silo in Dunmurry Industrial Estate in Belfast was accidental.
The fire was first reported at about 11:40am on Monday, with six appliances and some 50 firefighters attending. The fire was declared extinguished at 10:40am this morning, Tuesday 05 April.
The cause of the fire is being investigated by NIFRS have said that it appears to be accidental.
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08 April 2022
DUP Warn Of SF's Divisive Border Poll Plans
The DUP have warned that the electorate should be "under no illusions" about Sinn Fein's divisive plans for Northern Ireland should they win the Assembly Election on 5th May. Commenting, DUP Strangford Candidate Peter Weir said: "Sinn Fein's sights at this election are fixed firmly on a divisive border poll.
DUP Warn Of SF's Divisive Border Poll Plans
The DUP have warned that the electorate should be "under no illusions" about Sinn Fein's divisive plans for Northern Ireland should they win the Assembly Election on 5th May. Commenting, DUP Strangford Candidate Peter Weir said: "Sinn Fein's sights at this election are fixed firmly on a divisive border poll.
26 September 2022
DUP Accuse Labour Of Playing 'Dangerous Games'
The DUP has accused the Labour Party of playing "dangerous games" if they appease Sinn Fein's divisive border poll plans. East Belfast MP Gavin Robinson said: "The Labour Party under Jeremy Corbyn became so absorbed into Sinn Féin's orbit that it's conference talked about "the north" rather than Northern Ireland. Little seems to have changed.
DUP Accuse Labour Of Playing 'Dangerous Games'
The DUP has accused the Labour Party of playing "dangerous games" if they appease Sinn Fein's divisive border poll plans. East Belfast MP Gavin Robinson said: "The Labour Party under Jeremy Corbyn became so absorbed into Sinn Féin's orbit that it's conference talked about "the north" rather than Northern Ireland. Little seems to have changed.
05 May 2022
DUP: Election A Choice Between Action Or Border Poll
DUP Leader, Sir Jeffrey Donaldson, has said the NI's Assembly election is a "choice between real action on issues that matter to people or a divisive border poll".
DUP: Election A Choice Between Action Or Border Poll
DUP Leader, Sir Jeffrey Donaldson, has said the NI's Assembly election is a "choice between real action on issues that matter to people or a divisive border poll".
27 April 2022
DUP Claim SF Admit Border Poll Priority
The DUP has claimed they they have pressured Sinn Féin into admitting that their priority is setting a date for a divisive border poll. Making the claim, Director of Elections Gordon Lyons, said: "The DUP is the only unionist party to have forced Sinn Fein to admit their priority lies with a divisive border poll.
DUP Claim SF Admit Border Poll Priority
The DUP has claimed they they have pressured Sinn Féin into admitting that their priority is setting a date for a divisive border poll. Making the claim, Director of Elections Gordon Lyons, said: "The DUP is the only unionist party to have forced Sinn Fein to admit their priority lies with a divisive border poll.
20 April 2022
DUP Launch New Plan To Help Working Families
DUP Leader Sir Jeffrey Donaldson has announced the launch of his party's new plan to help working families during a visit to Primrose Hill Day Care in Ballyclare. Sir Jeffrey was joined by South Antrim DUP candidates Trevor Clarke and Pam Cameron. The DUP plan includes: • 30 hours free childcare per week for 3&4 year olds.
DUP Launch New Plan To Help Working Families
DUP Leader Sir Jeffrey Donaldson has announced the launch of his party's new plan to help working families during a visit to Primrose Hill Day Care in Ballyclare. Sir Jeffrey was joined by South Antrim DUP candidates Trevor Clarke and Pam Cameron. The DUP plan includes: • 30 hours free childcare per week for 3&4 year olds.
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Northern Ireland WeatherToday:A sunny but frosty start for many. However cloud increases by midday with a few showers reaching the north coast, these mostly light but spreading inland this afternoon. Chilly. Maximum temperature 8 °C.Tonight:A rather cloudy evening with scattered showers. Becoming drier through the night with some good clear spells developing and a patchy frost away from coasts. Minimum temperature 0 °C.
