06 Jan, 2022 “This episode must be a catalyst for change” Dodds Upper Bann MLA Diane Dodds has said Twitter must now take swift and decisive action to protect users from online abuse.
06 Jan, 2022 Sir Jeffrey: ECHR ruling a victory for freedom of expression DUP Leader Sir Jeffrey Donaldson has welcomed the ruling of the European Court of Human Rights on the case taken against Ashers Bakery. The Court ruled that Mr Lee's claim was inadmissible.
06 Jan, 2022 Lyons announces new Deloitte Human Capital Academy Economy Minister Gordon Lyons today announced a new Assured Skills Human Capital Academy, in partnership with Deloitte.
04 Jan, 2022 Lyons announces new Assured Skills Academy with PwC Economy Minister Gordon Lyons today announced a new Assured Skills Academy with PwC, offering 20 high-quality training places.
04 Jan, 2022 Newton welcomes focus on keeping schools open East Belfast MLA Robin Newton has welcomed the action taken by Education Minister Michelle McIlveen to encourage recently retired teachers to return and assist with pressures in school through staff absence.
04 Jan, 2022 Capability to abuse online must be removed – Lockhart Upper Bann MP Carla Lockhart is to meet representatives of Twitter to discuss the ongoing toleration of abuse on the platform, following the disgusting comments directed at DUP MLA Diane Dodds over the festive period.
04 Jan, 2022 At last: Newton welcomes Comber Greenway lighting investment East Belfast DUP MLA Robin Newton has welcomed the decision of the Department for Infrastructure to light the Comber Greenway. The Minister made her decision following a consultative survey.
04 Jan, 2022 So much for equality, integrity and respect - Wilson East Antrim DUP MP Sammy Wilson said:
02 Jan, 2022 Sinn Fein demand tolerance and respect, but don't want a Unionist about the place - Bunting Commenting following a response from Finance Minister Conor Murphy confirming he had rejected a request to plant a tree in the grounds of Stormont Estate to mark the occasion of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II's Platinum Jubilee, Joanne Bunting MLA said:
01 Jan, 2022 Sir Jeffrey: Verification needed to tackle online 'wild west' DUP Leader Sir Jeffrey Donaldson has condemned abuse directed at Upper Bann MLA Diane Dodds online.