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Public anger does not justify threats at a politician's home
Naomi Long
"Protest is part of what keeps politics honest. But where and how it’s done matters."
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MLAs write to UK Government to raise concerns about Fujitsu contracts
Stormont
The letter, which has been seen by Belfast Live, calls on the government to start an immediate review of Fujitsu's eligibility to bid for critical public services
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Naomi Long issues statement after 40-strong masked mob protest outside her house
Alliance Party
"It's bullying and intimidation. It's threatening and wholly unacceptable."
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Executive ‘allergic to responsibility’, SDLP leader says
SDLP
Claire Hanna said that confidence in local politics is draining as she warned that the Executive "never seems far from collapse".
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Alternative Lisburn burials compared to the 'Disappeared'
Lisburn City and Castlereagh District Council
"My fear is that some people may be offered alternative burial as just a way to afford a cheaper way. For me it is not in any way Christian."
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Belfast City Council approves new Irish Language policy- as it happened
Belfast City Council
The proposed new 18-page policy has been published on the council's website.
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MP warns of 'funding cliff edge' threatening community services
Alliance Party
“While the Starmer government remains distracted by its party conference and tying itself in knots, people here cannot wait."
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Former Lord Mayor appointed as new CEO of SOS Bus
Politics
The charity provides welfare support, first aid, mental health intervention and community safety.
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MLA insists Justice Bill amendment 'not a smacking ban'
Alliance Party
Dubbed a 'smacking ban' by some, MLA Michelle Guy insists her amendment is about closing a loophole to protect children from assault
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Keir Starmer's Brit Card proposal proves Stormont can still speak with one voice
Politics
"If Stormont could bottle this kind of unity, we’d have a functioning society by next week."
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What NI parties have said about proposed Brit Card Digital ID
Politics
"Serious questions remain about how such an intrusive scheme would operate"
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Have your say on the controversial Brit Card Digital ID proposals
Keir Starmer
While the PM said it will reduce illegal immigration, Sinn Féin, the DUP, and Alliance have united in their opposition to the plans
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Council calls for anti-social record sharing following Lisburn murder
Lisburn City and Castlereagh District Council
"I have seen neighbours absolutely terrified of what is happening in the property next to them."
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Disabled people being short-changed by 'thousands' amid NIHE concerns of 'sky-rocketing' home access costs
Lisburn City and Castlereagh District Council
A review of the Northern Ireland Housing Executive funding has been requested by a Lisburn and Castlereagh City Council councillor this week
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Tree pod burials could be offered as climate friendly option
Lisburn City and Castlereagh District Council
Lisburn and Castlereagh City Council is to debate the potential of offering a variety of environmentally friendly burials to lower harmful gas emissions.
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NI Council's 'trust' issues with National Trust sparks angry exchanges over failed Mournes Gateway project
The Mournes
The chamber was called to order with a warning to members on the use of language
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Co Down parents say sending their kids to school 'like entering a burning building'
Co Down
"We have been through the wringer, but it's now a case of how the hell do we prevent other families having to go through the same."
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NI parties react as PM announces recognition of Palestinian state
Politics
TUV leader Jim Allister described the move as a "folly"
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Council to 'stick' with site as scope for bigger location could add a decade to plans
Newcastle
"To put it simply, if we were in a process to look at other sites we could be talking for an additional five to 10 years on the project timeline."
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MLAs debate Belfast airport rail link plan ahead of autumn decision
Traffic and travel
Stormont officials are currently considering the findings of a feasibility study
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Lisburn murder sends shockwaves through local community
Lisburn
Two suspects remain in custody
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Co Down stink solution from Warrenpoint Harbour won't have 'people dancing in the streets' says campaigners
Newry, Mourne and Down District Council
Bales of waste material are said to have caused years of bad odour in the seaside town.
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McAllister vows not to back down in apology stand-off after Assembly ejection
Alliance Party
The North Belfast representative was accused of 'challenging the authority' of Deputy Speaker Steve Aiken during an exchange earlier this week
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Co Down referee blows whistle on hazardous dog mess amid calls for CCTV to catch offenders
Lisburn City and Castlereagh District Council
Lisburn and Castlereagh has an annual average of 300 dog mess complaints but only two fines enforced last year.
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