Statement by TUV leader Jim Allister:- “We are in the last week of the school term. Months ago in various schools the process of teachers applying for redundancy started. Many in good faith applied and schools were preparing their staffing arrangements for September accordingly, which in some cases involves appointments on the basis of ‘transferred […]
Statement by TUV Comber councillor Stephen Cooper: “Reports that Rory McIlroy has decided to represent Ireland at the Olympics should remind us that when it comes to many sports athletes from Northern Ireland have no such choice to make. “In sports like rowing, cycling and boxing sportsmen and women from this part of the United […]
TUV Castlereagh East councillor Andrew Girvin was part of a delegation which recently met with Dundonald LOL 1056 to discuss the possibility of LOL 1056 and LOL 1111 hosting the North Down 12th July celebrations in 2015. Commenting after the meeting councillor Girvin said: “As we draw closer to the celebrations marking the 324th anniversary […]
TUV Ballymena councillor Donna Anderson has met Ballykeel Together Development Association to discuss a children’s disability programme. Commenting after the meeting Donna said: “As the mother of a special needs child I was delighted to hear about this exciting new scheme planned for the Ballymena south area. “The plan is to contact primary schools to […]
TUV councillor Sharon McKillop has welcomed news that the Open is coming to Royal Portrush but warned that lessons must be learned from the last major golfing event in order to maximise benefit to the local community. Commenting Mrs McKillop said: “I welcome the fact that the Open is to come to Royal Portrush. It […]
The following is a speech by TUV leader Jim Allister during yesterday’s debate in the Assembly: “I welcome and support the motion. I begin by commending the Minister for the fact that, when he came to office, he grasped the issue of the long-neglected A26 improvement, and steps are now afoot to extend somewhat the […]
Statement by TUV Court councillor Jolene Bunting: “Having made a strong representation to the Parades Commission arguing that this Saturday’s parade should go ahead I am disappointed but not surprised by the determination. “Once again the Commission has proved to be an instrument which enforces cultural apartheid and has exacerbated tensions in the area. “For […]
Statement by TUV leader Jim Allister: “I welcome the fact that most charges against William Frazer were dropped today. However, this whole affair raises serious questions. If there is now insufficient evidence to processed then same situation existed a year ago when the charges were levelled. This has all the appearance of an abuse of […]
Statement by Antrim TUV council candidate Richard Cairns: “I greatly welcome today’s news that Wrightbus is creating 130 jobs in Antrim. “This is a much needed boost to local employment. Quality jobs in a company with a clear commitment to Northern Ireland is just what Antrim needs. “The global success enjoyed by Wrightbus is not […]
Statement by Lagan River TUV council candidate Samuel Morrison: “I welcome the fact that the Sinn Fein motion before Queen’s Student Council to ban the sale of poppies was so emphatically defeated tonight. “There should never have been any question of the sale of poppies being banned. It is a symbol which reminds us of […]