I’m absolutely delighted that Ballyclare has put their faith in me to represent them on council. I can’t wait to get to work implementing positive change for people in our Borough. 💛
#LE23
Giving division a facelift cannot be the height of our ambition, say @NualaMcAllister and @CllrSamNel.
The 'peace wall' in Alexandra Park has divided the community for longer than the Berlin Wall stood, and with funding secured for redevelopment, now's the time to tear it down.
On Remembrance Sunday, we commemorate those who made the ultimate sacrifice and fought to protect our freedom. Their honour and bravery will always be remembered.
#LestWeForget
As @daera_ni Minister, I make no apology for being honest about the challenges facing our environment, following science and evidence, and being open about the need for change.
Ensuring a successful future for farming, whilst restoring our environment, is a tough task, but one I am firmly focused on.
I am always willing to engage and remain committed to serving everyone in NI, supported by the excellent departmental officials that I am privileged to work with.
It’s time for an independent Environmental Protection Agency. 🌱
People deserve clean water, thriving nature and beautiful landscapes.
From Europe's largest illegal dump in Mobuoy to Lough Neagh, the case for an EPA is clear, says @AndrewMuirNI
Doagh pedestrian crossing petition. 🚶
See below the link to our petition calling for the urgent installation of a pedestrian crossing on the Station Road in Doagh. 👇
We've launched our petition calling for a pedestrian crossing in Doagh & received positive reactions on the doors.
We still need you help - please follow the link & add your name to this campaign for improved pedestrian & road safety.
Sign the Petition! https://t.co/FzTxFf0916
🚆 The Circle Line - not a new idea.
Former Alliance Party Leader @DavidFordxMLA recalled that an NIR engineer first used the term “Circle Line” with him 32 years ago, an idea later discussed by @NIRailways and the Department for Regional Development (DRD).
The concept has always been about re-using existing rail infrastructure - linking Greater Belfast - to better connect commuters, housing growth and airports.
Sometimes the best new ideas are the ones worth returning to.
#BelfastCircleLine #openknockmore
Great to be in Doagh on Saturday past with @allianceparty colleagues updating residents on our petition for a Station Rd pedestrian crossing.
Doagh urgently needs a safe, village-centre pedestrian crossing, a need that will only grow as the village continues to expand.
In Doagh this morning with South Antrim @allianceparty colleagues - updating residents on our petition for a pedestrian crossing in the village.
Thanks to those we chatted with for the positive engagement and the support for this campaign to improve road safety.
#AllianceWorks
I am disgusted by the explosive device targeting Sinn Féin's Newry Constituency Office.
This callous threat was an attack on democracy that put staff and the public in danger.
Complete solidarity with @LizKimminsSF and @DaireHughesSF.
If anyone has any information, I urge them to pass it on to @PoliceServiceNI.
While Alliance fought for more funding in talks with the UK Gov, the UUP argued for a corporation tax cut that would have left us with less.
“Doug hasn’t heard us calling for more PSNI funding, not because we haven’t, but because he hasn’t been listening,” says @EoinTennyson.
🚨⚠️If you have a hidden/secret phone because an abusive partner has taken away or monitors your mobile phone, please take note and opt out of the Emergency Alert system before Sunday.⚠️🚨
#domesticabuse#emergencyalert
When I bring the big decisions to the Assembly, I need other parties to back me with their votes and stand up for Lough Neagh.
I would urge them to rethink their positions because we need to turn the situation around.
Great to meet with @dhoneyford MLA today to discuss the Belfast Circle Line and the future of rail in Northern Ireland.
Key points from our discussion:
⭕️The Circle Line is a service, not a standalone project - it builds on infrastructure already recommended in the All Island Strategic Rail Review
⏲️The success of the Knockmore Line hinges on one thing: frequency
🚗Frequent, reliable service is essential to drive ridership and make rail a viable alternative to driving
🏘️We need to build new housing beside transit to help reduce car traffic
Thanks again to David for taking the time - hopeful that momentum is building.
#BelfastCircleLine #openknockmore #PublicTransport #TransitOrientedDevelopment
Other parties must step up and support Minister on tackling Lough Neagh crisis, says @JohnBlairAPNI following suspension of eel fishing.
Read more here:
https://t.co/68KvD0FMBf
With @LewisTBoyle and South Antrim @allianceparty members in Ballyclare this evening - leafleting with our contact details and some resident's surveys completed too.
Thanks to team members and to all those we spoke with 💛
Great to see the Parkgate Repair Café in action today! 🛠♻️ Skilled volunteers helping the community fix everything from toasters to trousers – reducing waste, saving money & bringing people together.
A fantastic initiative for a more sustainable & connected community. 💚