16:11 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.
15:35 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.
15:06 Chancellor devastating local businesses while seeking global trade agreements Upper Bann MP Carla Lockhart has said that despite what trade deals the Chancellor of the Exchequer secures, family farms and small businesses across the United Kingdom are being decimated by the impact of her Budget.
14:06 Bravery of Paddy Mayne merits VC award – Shannon Strangford DUP MP Jim Shannon has said it is time for Newtownards born Blair ‘Paddy’ Mayne to be recognised for his record of service with the posthumous award of the Victoria Cross for gallantry. Mr Shannon has tabled a motion in the House of Commons urging MPs to support his campaign.
13 Jan, 2025 Rationale for female only prison spaces is clear - Bunting DUP Justice Spokesperson, Joanne Bunting MLA, has questioned the Justice Minister about how she will ensure that female only prisons remain so. This is following a decision in the High Court before Christmas in which a prisoner who had been born as a man, won the right to be transferred to the female only prison at Hydebank Wood from Maghaberry.
13 Jan, 2025 Givan: Reform begins for children with special educational needs Education Minister Paul Givan has today announced his programme for reforming the provision of support for children with special educational needs. The Minister’s Special Educational Needs Reform Agenda and associated five-year delivery plan have been developed following completion of a comprehensive review of policy and delivery.
10 Jan, 2025 Gregory Campbell MP Welcomes Ulster University’s Decision to Revise Promotional Material DUP East Londonderry MP Gregory Campbell has welcomed Ulster University’s decision to revise the promotional material for the upcoming BSc Hons Sport and Exercise Sciences course in Londonderry, following concerns he raised about the exclusive nature of imagery initially used.
10 Jan, 2025 Givan welcomes suspension of industrial action Education Minister Paul Givan has welcomed the suspension of industrial action planned for next week by teaching unions.INTO, NEU, NASUWT, and UTU have agreed to suspend industrial action planned for next week to allow for further discussion aimed at finalising the ongoing pay negotiations.
10 Jan, 2025 DUP representatives meet hospital staff to discuss pressures and solutions for meaningful change Upper Bann MP Carla Lockhart, has shared insights following an in-depth visit to Craigavon Area Hospital’s Emergency Department, where she met with staff, toured facilities, and discussed the critical challenges facing the health service.
10 Jan, 2025 Robinson – “the Government must demonstrate greater urgency” DUP Leader Gavin Robinson MP has said the Review into the Windsor Framework arrangements is an opportunity to focus on the damage being done to Northern Ireland but warned the Government that it has been slow to respond to our concerns.