13 Mar, 2025 Lyons secures special status for Northern Ireland in US 250th anniversary celebrations Northern Ireland will have special status in the 250th anniversary celebratory event to mark the signing of the Declaration of Independence, Communities Minister Gordon Lyons has announced.
13 Mar, 2025 Respite provision failing families in need – Dodds DUP MLA Diane Dodds has expressed her concern that Health Trusts across Northern Ireland are failing to provide a clear pathway to improving the provision of respite care for families of those with severe learning difficulties.
13 Mar, 2025 Speaking up for Northern Ireland in Washington Deputy First Minister Emma Little Pengelly, Communities Minister Gordon Lyons and Upper Bann MLA Jonathan Buckley have been in Washington, ensuring that Northern Ireland's voice is heard both on Capitol Hill and in the White House.
13 Mar, 2025 Lockhart slams Government’s war on UK farmers Upper Bann DUP MP Carla Lockhart has condemned the Government’s continued assault on UK farmers, warning that food producers across the country are at breaking point.
12 Mar, 2025 Harvey welcomes Ballynahinch bypass progress DUP Strangford MLA Harry Harvey has welcomed the announcement by DfI that the long awaited Ballynahinch Bypass has been approved to move to finalise the business case, and to procurement.
12 Mar, 2025 Government must act on car insurance costs The DUP’s Upper Bann MP Carla Lockhart is seeking an urgent meeting with the Transport Secretary to discuss how Government will tackle the dramatic rise in car insurance premiums, which have increased by 42% in the last financial year, according to the Office for National Statistics.
12 Mar, 2025 Gavin Robinson leads Commons debate marking European Day for Victims of Terrorism. Party Leader Gavin Robinson secured an adjournment debate in Parliament on Tuesday evening, coinciding with European Remembrance Day for the Victims of Terrorism.
12 Mar, 2025 Payment date for £100 fuel support payment announced by Minister Lyons Communities minister Gordon Lyons has announced the payment date for the £100 fuel support payment for pensioner households.
11 Mar, 2025 Lord Mandelson appointment a huge opportunity for Northern Ireland After meeting the UK Ambassador at the British Embassy in Washington DC, DUP Deputy First Minister Emma Little-Pengelly MLA noted the opportunity the appointment provides for NI.
11 Mar, 2025 Buchanan welcomes Ulster American Folk Park investment DUP MLA for West Tyrone Tom Buchanan has welcomed the announcement by DUP Communities Minister, Gordon Lyons, of a £750,000 investment towards enhancing the visitor experience at the Tyrone site.