📺 The vast majority of people who come to these islands seeking asylum are genuine, says
@StephenFarryMP
.
They can be an asset to our society, and we must see a fundamental change in the narrative around this 👇
The Government should not be meekly standing by and allowing human suffering in Gaza.
@PaulaJaneB
highlighted the devastating humanitarian consequences happening in Palestine during today’s Assembly motion, which called for an immediate ceasefire in the region.
Israel must end their attacks in Rafah.
We are seeing a huge-scale humanitarian crisis unfolding in Gaza.
That’s why Alliance MLAs have today reiterated their call for an immediate ceasefire.
Once again a wonderful May Day celebration in Holywood. Keeping through tradition of dancing around the Maypole alive. We'll done to all of the organisers.
There is no justification for this level of brutality. My thoughts go out to the victim, to those who were witness, those who had to respond and those who had to treat the victim. The ripple effects will impact all for a long time to come.
The drizzly rain wasn’t enough to stop us getting out to chat to residents in Bangor West this morning!
Plenty of casework picked up to keep the local reps busy 💪🏼
Viewing the art exhibition today in Groomsport Parish Hall with
@connieegan94
and
@ElliotSwatto
, and to my great surprise Dame Rosie Winterton, Deputy Speaker of the House of Commons walks in. Delighted to welcome her to North Down
🏛️ Institutional reform remains a critical issue, not just in times of political crisis.
Meeting new Taoiseach
@SimonHarrisTD
,
@naomi_long
and
@StephenFarryMP
once again made the case for why our system needs to change 👇
Very concerned to hear that building registration has been removed from the Bright Sparks Pre School in Crawfordsburn. Urgent action required now to find a solution for children and their families. We are pursuing…
A beggar thy neighbour approach doesn’t work.
On BBC Newsline
@StephenFarryMP
says full transparency is vital. The UK and Irish governments need to provide better explanations for the immigration debate.
EXCLUSIVE : An Alliance councillor is set to make history as Belfast’s first openly gay Lord Mayor. “As a schoolboy who was badly bullied because of my sexuality, I never thought I’d have the privilege of serving in a role like this,” says Micky Murray.
The Post Office (Horizon) Offences Bill has now cleared the House of Commons, and been amended to cover the exoneration of sub postmasters in Northern Ireland.
Good example of NI MPs and Executive Ministers working together, and UK Minister listening and accepting our arguments.
I had the privilege of doing a panel event with
@Lseenoi
a few years ago and really enjoyed listening to not just her story, but her ideas & vision. Her talent was obvious. Let's support Lillian as she takes up her new role as Mayor of Derry City & Strabane & drown out the haters
Migration is a global reality. We need a better explanation what is going on here. We need to welcome refugees with compassion and additions to our society. Governments need to work together. A beggar my neighbour approach doesn’t work.
Sad to say that former BBC NI political editor Stephen Grimason died last night. He was 67. He was also a former Director of Communications at Stormont with the NI Executive. Stephen will be deeply missed, but always loved, by family, friends and colleagues.