East Antrim

Sinn Féin announce Assembly candidates in multiple constituencies ahead of election next year

Sinn Féin continues to announce candidates for the 2027 Assembly election. Launch events have occurred in Newry and Armagh, East Londonderry, South Down, East Antrim and Upper Bann.

July 2, 2026

Alliance MLA Danny Donnelly to contest Westminster election in East Antrim

Danny Donnelly has been an MLA for East Antrim since 2022, and ran in the 2019 general election, failing to get elected but he came second with the DUP holding the seat.

March 15, 2024

Cheryl Brownlee is chosen as new Assembly member for East Antrim

The leader of the DUP, Sir Jeffrey Donaldson, has welcomed Cheryl Brownlee as the new MLA for East Antrim, replacing David Hilditch.

September 15, 2023

David Hilditch steps down as a Member of the Northern Ireland Assembly

The DUP have paid tribute to David Hilditch as he announces his retirement due to health reasons.

September 8, 2023