Political News
DUP activate Stormont Brake with support from UUP and TUV
DUP leader Gavin Robinson MP has confirmed that his party intend to pull the Stormont Brake mechanism for the first time, after being introduced as part of the Windsor Framework. It is expected to pass with support from all unionist parties in the Assembly.
Infrastructure Minister John O’Dowd allows taxis to use Belfast bus lanes over Christmas
In a bid to reduce the traffic congestion in Belfast City Centre, the Infrastructure Minister has announced that taxis will be allowed to use bus lanes from Wednesday 18 December, but the decision has seen criticism from a range of politicians and cycling advocacy groups.
Simon Hoare joins Northern Ireland Affairs Select Committee (NIAC)
Former Chair of the Northern Ireland Affairs Select Committee (NIAC) Simon Hoare has re-joined the Committee, it has been announced. The MP said he is “delighted to be returning to the Committee.”
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