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DUP Accuse Alliance Of 'Abandoning Consensus Politics To Exclude Unionists'
The DUP has accused the Alliance Party of abandoning consensus politics to exclude unionists.
Making the claim, DUP East Londonderry MP Gregory Campbell said: "The Alliance Party settled for a bad deal and were quite content to 'rigorously implement' the NI Protocol even though not one unionist MLA backed it.
"It was the DUP who stood strong and pressed for a better deal for Northern Ireland. Indeed, for two years when we were working within the NI Executive, the Alliance Party, rather than supporting our calls for a better deal, mocked our calls.
"The only reason unionists had to call time on devolution operating was because Brussels wasn't listening. The Alliance Party contributed to that and ignored the fact that not one unionist MLA backed the Protocol.
"Northern Ireland only makes progress when unionists and nationalists are on board. Whilst the Alliance Party dismiss unionist concerns, they should at least be honest with the electorate because no one can recall the Alliance Party calling for an Executive to be formed without nationalists when SF walked out in their failed attempt to break Unionist resolve."
Folk Music Stars Trú To Take To The Stage At 4 Corners Festival
Folk music stars Trú have been confirmed as the latest musical act to be added to the 4 Corners Festival lineup next month.
The band will be taking to the stage at An Evening In Conversation with Trú where 4 Corners Festival co-founder Steve Stockman and committee member Miley Brennan will interview the band about their background, individual experiences and the stories behind the songs.
Trú are a trio of well known musicians Zach Trouton, Dónal Kearney and Michael Mormecha who came together to refresh Irish traditional music with their songs and blended harmonies.
Their name comes from the ancient Ulster Trú who were a trio of poet-musicians whose songs told the story of the future.
Throughout the evening on Friday February 9 at Orangefield Presbyterian Church in East Belfast, the band will also perform some of their songs, Irish trad blended with the most sublime harmonies
For more information about the festival and to keep up to date with programme updates go to 4cornersfestival.com.
Work Begins On Training Pitch In Monkstown
Antrim and Newtownabbey Council has announced that work has commenced on an upgrade of the training pitch at Cloyne Crescent in Monkstown.
The Mayor of Antrim and Newtownabbey performed the ceremonial first sod cutting for the installation of a new state-of-the-art 3G pitch. This marked the beginning of a series of significant investment by the Council in 3G pitches throughout the Borough.
The Council's commitment to these projects involves a multi-million-pound investment, positioning these upgraded facilities as invaluable assets to the local community, including sports clubs, schools and community groups.
Mayor of Antrim and Newtownabbey, Councillor Mark Cooper, said: "It is great to see work starting at the new 3G training pitch at Cloyne Crescent, Monkstown. This investment is more than an upgrade as it demonstrates the commitment made by Council to enhance sports facilities across our Borough. The positive impact will be seen across local sports clubs, community groups, and schools, offering them first-class facilities located in the heart of their community."
The DUP has accused the Alliance Party of abandoning consensus politics to exclude unionists.
Making the claim, DUP East Londonderry MP Gregory Campbell said: "The Alliance Party settled for a bad deal and were quite content to 'rigorously implement' the NI Protocol even though not one unionist MLA backed it.
"It was the DUP who stood strong and pressed for a better deal for Northern Ireland. Indeed, for two years when we were working within the NI Executive, the Alliance Party, rather than supporting our calls for a better deal, mocked our calls.
"The only reason unionists had to call time on devolution operating was because Brussels wasn't listening. The Alliance Party contributed to that and ignored the fact that not one unionist MLA backed the Protocol.
"Northern Ireland only makes progress when unionists and nationalists are on board. Whilst the Alliance Party dismiss unionist concerns, they should at least be honest with the electorate because no one can recall the Alliance Party calling for an Executive to be formed without nationalists when SF walked out in their failed attempt to break Unionist resolve."
Folk Music Stars Trú To Take To The Stage At 4 Corners Festival
Folk music stars Trú have been confirmed as the latest musical act to be added to the 4 Corners Festival lineup next month.
The band will be taking to the stage at An Evening In Conversation with Trú where 4 Corners Festival co-founder Steve Stockman and committee member Miley Brennan will interview the band about their background, individual experiences and the stories behind the songs.
Trú are a trio of well known musicians Zach Trouton, Dónal Kearney and Michael Mormecha who came together to refresh Irish traditional music with their songs and blended harmonies.
Their name comes from the ancient Ulster Trú who were a trio of poet-musicians whose songs told the story of the future.
Throughout the evening on Friday February 9 at Orangefield Presbyterian Church in East Belfast, the band will also perform some of their songs, Irish trad blended with the most sublime harmonies
For more information about the festival and to keep up to date with programme updates go to 4cornersfestival.com.
Work Begins On Training Pitch In Monkstown
Antrim and Newtownabbey Council has announced that work has commenced on an upgrade of the training pitch at Cloyne Crescent in Monkstown.
The Mayor of Antrim and Newtownabbey performed the ceremonial first sod cutting for the installation of a new state-of-the-art 3G pitch. This marked the beginning of a series of significant investment by the Council in 3G pitches throughout the Borough.
The Council's commitment to these projects involves a multi-million-pound investment, positioning these upgraded facilities as invaluable assets to the local community, including sports clubs, schools and community groups.
Mayor of Antrim and Newtownabbey, Councillor Mark Cooper, said: "It is great to see work starting at the new 3G training pitch at Cloyne Crescent, Monkstown. This investment is more than an upgrade as it demonstrates the commitment made by Council to enhance sports facilities across our Borough. The positive impact will be seen across local sports clubs, community groups, and schools, offering them first-class facilities located in the heart of their community."
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09 March 2007
DUP and Sinn Fein leading in Assembly Elections
UPDATE: The Democratic Unionist Party and Sinn Fein hold the majority of seats in the Northern Ireland Assembly Election. The DUP and Sinn Fein emerged considerably ahead of the other parties with main losers the UUP dropping 9 seats to retain just 18 seats.
DUP and Sinn Fein leading in Assembly Elections
UPDATE: The Democratic Unionist Party and Sinn Fein hold the majority of seats in the Northern Ireland Assembly Election. The DUP and Sinn Fein emerged considerably ahead of the other parties with main losers the UUP dropping 9 seats to retain just 18 seats.
19 June 2001
REID HOLDS POLITICAL TALKS IN BELFAST
NORTHERN Ireland Secretary of State Dr John Reid has held talks with the province’s smaller pro-agreement political parties. He met the Alliance Party, the Progressive Unionist Party (PUP), the Ulster Democratic Party (UDP) and the Northern Ireland Women’s Coalition (NIWC).
REID HOLDS POLITICAL TALKS IN BELFAST
NORTHERN Ireland Secretary of State Dr John Reid has held talks with the province’s smaller pro-agreement political parties. He met the Alliance Party, the Progressive Unionist Party (PUP), the Ulster Democratic Party (UDP) and the Northern Ireland Women’s Coalition (NIWC).
06 December 2012
Ford Calls For Condemnation Of Flag Violence
Alliance Party Leader David Ford has called on the Assembly to show it is united in its opposition to violence over the union flag vote at City Hall. The call follows an escalation of attacks on Alliance offices and representatives.
Ford Calls For Condemnation Of Flag Violence
Alliance Party Leader David Ford has called on the Assembly to show it is united in its opposition to violence over the union flag vote at City Hall. The call follows an escalation of attacks on Alliance offices and representatives.
03 January 2007
Former UUP MP dies aged 81
Former Ulster Unionist MP Cecil Walker has died today after suffering a heart attack. The MP for north Belfast between 1983 and 2001, Sir Cecil lost his seat to the DUP's Nigel Dodds. Ulster Unionist Party Leader Sir Reg Empey said: “I would like to extend my deepest condolences to the Walker family at this sad time.
Former UUP MP dies aged 81
Former Ulster Unionist MP Cecil Walker has died today after suffering a heart attack. The MP for north Belfast between 1983 and 2001, Sir Cecil lost his seat to the DUP's Nigel Dodds. Ulster Unionist Party Leader Sir Reg Empey said: “I would like to extend my deepest condolences to the Walker family at this sad time.
11 August 2011
Protestors Fail To Confront Alliance Leader
Republicans have this morning missed their target and failed to confront the NI Justice Minister over a prison dispute. They staged their protest in support of prisoners at the Alliance Party headquarters in south Belfast - but failed in their mission to come face to face with the Alliance Leader David Ford who is also the Justice Minister.
Protestors Fail To Confront Alliance Leader
Republicans have this morning missed their target and failed to confront the NI Justice Minister over a prison dispute. They staged their protest in support of prisoners at the Alliance Party headquarters in south Belfast - but failed in their mission to come face to face with the Alliance Leader David Ford who is also the Justice Minister.
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