15:50 DUP representatives meet Veterans Commissioner DUP representatives have met with the new Northern Ireland Veterans Commissioner David Johnstone in Westminster.
11:32 Minister Lyons confirms his commitment to supporting voluntary and community sector in Northern Ireland. Communities Minister Gordon Lyons has emphasised the critical role played by the voluntary and community sector in supporting communities and delivering important social, environmental and economic outcomes across Northern Ireland.
11:12 Labour taxing public services to death – Forsythe Speaking after yesterday’s meeting of the Finance Committee, DUP MLA Diane Forsythe has raised serious concerns about the state of Northern Ireland’s public finances.
15 Jan, 2025 No place for the glorification of terrorism - Campbell DUP East Londonderry MP Gregory Campbell has said the continued glorification of terrorism is an impediment to moving forward and healing in Northern Ireland.
15 Jan, 2025 Robinson – “Government should legislate on legacy compensation” DUP Leader Rt. Hon. Gavin Robinson MP has said the Government should not hide behind court judgements but rather should get on with changing the law to close the door on any prospect of Gerry Adams and his ilk being able to access legacy compensation.
15 Jan, 2025 Minister commends organisations working to tackle homelessness Communities Minister Gordon Lyons has praised the tremendous efforts of organisations and individuals working on the front line of homelessness in Northern Ireland.
15 Jan, 2025 Results show businesses are being taxed to death Chair of the Economy Committee at Stormont, Phillip Brett MLA has said the results of the Northern Ireland Chamber’s Quarterly Economic Survey shows businesses are being taxed to death.
15 Jan, 2025 Givan establishes International Ministerial Advisory Panel on Curriculum and Assessment Education Minister Paul Givan has today announced the establishment of an International Ministerial Advisory Panel of education experts to advise on the reform of curriculum and assessment in Northern Ireland.
14 Jan, 2025 Parties must explain opposition to public discussion on consent DUP Justice Spokesperson Joanne Bunting has questioned why a number of Parties in the Assembly opposed a call for consultation on pretrial jury education and on the legal definition of what constitutes reasonable belief of consent.
14 Jan, 2025 Communities Minister’s reform of housing points welcomed DUP East Antrim MLA Cheryl Brownlee has welcomed the commitment by Communities Minister Gordon Lyons to reform the Housing Executive points-based system for applicants who have been intimidated.