09 Apr 2021 Tributes to HRH Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh Paying tribute to HRH the Duke of Edinburgh, DUP Leader and First Minister Arlene Foster MLA said, "In a speech marking her Diamond Jubilee in 2012 Her Majesty the Queen described her husband as her "constant strength and guide" and there is no doubt that his has made an immeasurable contribution to our Monarchy and our nation. Prince Philip has been that source of strength as a husband for nearly 75 years and for nearly 70 as the longest serving consort to a British monarch. He was forthright, intelligent and forward-thinking; serving as patron to some 800 organisations and leaving his most lasting legacy through the Duke of Edinburgh's award scheme. Again, the words of Her Majesty the Queen sum up his lifetime of service, that we "owe him a debt greater than he will ever claim, or that we will ever know" Read More
08 Apr 2021 Update on resumption of youth services Education Minister Peter Weir has confirmed the further reopening of some youth services in response to the recent unrest on our streets. Read More
08 Apr 2021 You can condemn the violence yet still be frustrated at the annexing of NI through the protocol: Joanne Bunting Read More
08 Apr 2021 Executive statement on violence and unrest The Executive has condemned the violence over recent days and has called for calm to be restored to our streets, and an end to violent protests. Read More
07 Apr 2021 Joint statement from North Belfast DUP elected representatives The acts of violence and disorder which have occurred at Lanark Way, Shankill Road and Springfield Road this evening are deeply disturbing and are highly detrimental to local communities. Read More
07 Apr 2021 Mervyn Storey - policing concerns cannot be swept under the carpet DUP North Antrim MLA and Policing Board representative Mervyn Storey commented following a Board meeting with the Chief Constable relating to the street violence in recent days. Read More