Political News

DUP: Ruth Lawrence is co-opted as new Braid councillor on Mid and East Antrim Council
The Democratic Unionist Party (DUP) has selected Ruth Lawrence as their new councillor for the Braid DEA. She replaces Beth Adger, who sadly passed away last month after a period of illness.
April 17, 2025

SDLP: Derry City councillor Brian Tierney has whip restored
Derry City and Strabane councillor Brian Tierney has had the whip reinstated by the Social Democratic and Labour Party (SDLP) after he was suspended for providing a court reference for an Irish solider who was later jailed for rape.
April 16, 2025

Northern Ireland Executive agrees budget for 2025/26 financial year
The Northern Ireland Executive has agreed on a budget for the 2025/26 financial year following a meeting on Thursday. Finance Minister John O’Dowd said the Executive are determined to “work together to deliver.”
April 4, 2025