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RT by @AmandaFBelfast: Independent unionist Claire Sugden to support vote of no confidence in Paul Givan as she takes aim at the entire Executive https://www.irishnews.com/news/politics/independent-unionist-claire-sugden-to-support-vote-of-no-confidence-in-paul-givan-as-she-takes-aim-at-the-entire-executive-ZCETUR2MQZC65KQKYXNRBLA6AI/

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Published: November 4, 2025 12:30

Independent unionist Claire Sugden to support vote of no confidence in Paul Givan as she takes aim at the entire Executive irishnews.com/news/politics/


RT by @AmandaFBelfast: When I think of @mclaren_linzi the word integrity comes to mind. She could have kept her seat, kept her job, kept her mouth shut, but instead she had the courage to speak out. Some of those attacking her don’t even have the courage to show their own names or own faces. #Integrity

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Published: November 4, 2025 07:57

When I think of @mclaren_linzi the word integrity comes to mind. She could have kept her seat, kept her job, kept her mouth shut, but instead she had the courage to speak out. Some of those attacking her don’t even have the courage to show their own names


Listening back to outgoing unionist councillor Linzi McLaren on #bbctalkback “Loyalist commentators are too
they want to perpetuate the fear and division in Northern Ireland.”

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Published: November 4, 2025 07:50

Listening back to outgoing unionist councillor Linzi McLaren on #bbctalkback “Loyalist commentators are too
they want to perpetuate the fear and division in Northern Ireland.”

In other news, rain is wet. Honestly, it’s embarrassing, and a toxic waste of time to argue about all this.

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Published: November 4, 2025 07:12

In other news, rain is wet. Honestly, it’s embarrassing, and a toxic waste of time to argue about all this. nitter.poast.org/brendanhughes64/status/1985605637166780780#m

This #funfact on the Newsline weather made me smile. It was the "dullest" October in Northern Ireland since October 1921.

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Published: November 3, 2025 18:59

This #funfact on the Newsline weather made me smile. It was the "dullest" October in Northern Ireland since October 1921.

Talking @LBCNews about former Kilkenny hurler DJ Carey. It’s a spectacular fall from grace for the All star and All Ireland senior hurling winner. He’s a Halloween costume, a meme, and jailed for 5-and-a-half years for defrauding people €€€ by faking cancer.

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Published: November 3, 2025 17:20

Talking @LBCNews about former Kilkenny hurler DJ Carey. It’s a spectacular fall from grace for the All star and All Ireland senior hurling winner. He’s a Halloween costume, a meme, and jailed for 5-and-a-half years for defrauding people €€€ by faking


RT by @AmandaFBelfast: You can now read our press release about the findings of the latest NEA NI @LucidTalk poll on #FuelPoverty online: https://www.nea.org.uk/news/nearly-half-of-people-in-northern-ireland-worried-about-paying-energy-bills-new-poll-finds/

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Published: November 3, 2025 14:38

You can now read our press release about the findings of the latest NEA NI @LucidTalk poll on #FuelPoverty online: nea.org.uk/news/nearly-half-


Dickinson’s Real Deal is so camp. I love it! Irish fella just turned down the dealer, and made ÂŁ163 profit at auction on a necklace he paid ÂŁ1 for in a charity shop. He’s gonna treat his missusđŸ™đŸ»đŸ’ž

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Published: November 3, 2025 14:11

Dickinson’s Real Deal is so camp. I love it! Irish fella just turned down the dealer, and made ÂŁ163 profit at auction on a necklace he paid ÂŁ1 for in a charity shop. He’s gonna treat his missusđŸ™đŸ»đŸ’ž

R to @AmandaFBelfast: Tagging this here because the last pic was cut off at the bottom showing Paul Givan details as education minister

https://nitter.poast.org/AmandaFBelfast/status/1985338851833897273#m

Published: November 3, 2025 13:30

Tagging this here because the last pic was cut off at the bottom showing Paul Givan details as education minister nitter.poast.org/paulgivan/status/1982821120194572518#m

R to @AmandaFBelfast: Demonstration outside Stormont today. @NoG3nocide rep speaks to me about Stormont education minister Paul Givan “What’s clear is he can’t advocate for all the kids in the north of Ireland”. Outside schools protests are due to take place soon too.

https://nitter.poast.org/AmandaFBelfast/status/1985296021874971098#m

Published: November 3, 2025 10:40

Demonstration outside Stormont today. @NoG3nocide rep speaks to me about Stormont education minister Paul Givan “What’s clear is he can’t advocate for all the kids in the north of Ireland”. Outside schools protests are due to take place soon too.

Good morning. Maidin mhaith. I’ll be up at Stormont today to cover the aftermath of the unionist politicians Israel trip and the ‘Givan Must Go’ protest. He won’t be but it lays a marker down, and contributes to a feeling of bad vibes around power sharing. On @U105radio shortly.

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Published: November 3, 2025 09:03

Good morning. Maidin mhaith. I’ll be up at Stormont today to cover the aftermath of the unionist politicians Israel trip and the ‘Givan Must Go’ protest. He won’t be but it lays a marker down, and contributes to a feeling of bad vibes around power sharing.


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Published: November 2, 2025 16:49

I am selling 2 verified tickets for Black Sabbitch - A Tribute to Black Sabbath on 2 November 2025 at The Limelight 2, Belfast via Ticketmaster. Interested? secure.ticketmaster.ie/rs/38


I’m not right every time but I’m right a lot. I keep an eye on Stormont stability, always observing and sifting through the nonsense. I highlight when something is serious. This episode with the Paul Givan Israel trip has ‘noted’ vibes all over it. Think cumulative effect


https://nitter.poast.org/AmandaFBelfast/status/1984721377333526684#m

Published: November 1, 2025 20:37

I’m not right every time but I’m right a lot. I keep an eye on Stormont stability, always observing and sifting through the nonsense. I highlight when something is serious. This episode with the Paul Givan Israel trip has ‘noted’ vibes all over it. Think


R to @AmandaFBelfast: NEW from Paul Givan: PERSONAL STATEMENT Over the past week, I have been vilified by those who have sought to call into question my character and my commitment to the people of Northern Ireland. The very same people among whom, today in Belfast, were shouting the antisemitic chant “From the river to the sea.” Sinn FĂ©in, People Before Profit, the SDLP, and Alliance are fooling no one. We can all see right through this smokescreen. I want to say a huge thank you to everyone who has been in touch with messages of support. I will continue to represent the people of Lagan Valley and Northern Ireland with the same energy and enthusiasm that I have always brought to public life. Thank you, Paul https://www.facebook.com/share/p/1HD3h8zmPw/?mibextid=wwXIfr

https://nitter.poast.org/AmandaFBelfast/status/1984710314626306343#m

Published: November 1, 2025 19:53

NEW from Paul Givan: PERSONAL STATEMENT Over the past week, I have been vilified by those who have sought to call into question my character and my commitment to the people of Northern Ireland. The very same people among whom, today in Belfast, were


NEW from DUP: Robinson: Sinn Fein’s attack on Education Minister rooted in hatred for Israel DUP Leader Rt Hon Gavin Robinson MP has accused Sinn Fein of using the NI Assembly to advance an anti-Israel agenda rather than focusing on improving Northern Ireland’s schools, following their decision to support a no-confidence motion in Education Minister Paul Givan. Mr Robinson said: “Sinn Fein, in being led by Gerry Carroll, is indicative of their real motivations as they beat their chests with great excitement at Belfast City Hall today. Their decision to back a motion of no confidence in the Education Minister over a visit to Israel is rooted in their long-standing hostility towards the Jewish state and their sympathies to, and support for, the Hamas terrorists who can have no part in the future of Gaza and the Middle-East.    The pan- Republican front’s futile attempt to bully and intimidate will always fail. We will never bow to such demands which show the depth of hatred for Israel and its people. We will call out such antisemitic sentiment which should have no place in public life.   We can now see their hatred in full view.  They can huff and buff all they like and for as long as they like but they will not be dictating to me about who I appoint to serve as a Minster from the Democratic Unionist Party.   Paul Givan will continue to be focused on delivering real improvements for children and young people, and on supporting working families through better childcare provision.”

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Published: November 1, 2025 19:50

NEW from DUP: Robinson: Sinn Fein’s attack on Education Minister rooted in hatred for Israel DUP Leader Rt Hon Gavin Robinson MP has accused Sinn Fein of using the NI Assembly to advance an anti-Israel agenda rather than focusing on improving Northern


RT by @AmandaFBelfast: What a weekend! My first time at Oireachtas na Samhna. Irish speakers from all parts of Ireland and beyond. The number of events was overwhelming and all through Irish! Ar fheabhas ar fad!

https://nitter.poast.org/ErvineLinda/status/1984689771495510033#m

Published: November 1, 2025 18:31

What a weekend! My first time at Oireachtas na Samhna. Irish speakers from all parts of Ireland and beyond. The number of events was overwhelming and all through Irish! Ar fheabhas ar fad!

RT by @AmandaFBelfast: Paul Givan is going nowhere. Unionists will not be bullied by the whims of the Pan-Republican front. I choose who serves as a DUP Minister and whatever about the faux outrage and petty politicking, Paul has my full support.

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Published: November 1, 2025 16:21

Paul Givan is going nowhere. Unionists will not be bullied by the whims of the Pan-Republican front. I choose who serves as a DUP Minister and whatever about the faux outrage and petty politicking, Paul has my full support.

This isn’t fatal for power sharing (yet) but it’s not a good sign. People are furious. NEW: Sinn FĂ©in will support no confidence motion in Education Minister - Hargey Sinn FĂ©in MLA Deirdre Hargey has confirmed her party will support an Assembly motion of no confidence in Education Minister, Paul Givan. The South Belfast MLA said the minister’s actions were totally inappropriate and have undermined public confidence in his ability to serve in office. “The Education Minister’s decision to travel to Israel and use departmental resources to promote that trip is both inappropriate and unacceptable.” said Ms Hargey. “In the past two years alone, Israel has murdered more than 20,000 children and 500 teachers and destroyed nearly every educational facility in Gaza. “No Minister should associate themselves with Israel's genocide, ethnic cleansing, forced starvation and illegal occupation. “Sinn FĂ©in will support the motion of no confidence in Paul Givan when it comes before the Assembly.”

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Published: November 1, 2025 13:53

This isn’t fatal for power sharing (yet) but it’s not a good sign. People are furious. NEW: Sinn FĂ©in will support no confidence motion in Education Minister - Hargey Sinn FĂ©in MLA Deirdre Hargey has confirmed her party will support an Assembly motion


I am not opening this but it’s desperate framing that needs called out. The Irish language is cross community no matter how hard some people try with this bizarre narrative. Also, it’s very noticeable that this sort of content is what gets the Newsletter clicks.

https://nitter.poast.org/AmandaFBelfast/status/1984537745146999115#m

Published: November 1, 2025 08:27

I am not opening this but it’s desperate framing that needs called out. The Irish language is cross community no matter how hard some people try with this bizarre narrative. Also, it’s very noticeable that this sort of content is what gets the Newsletter


I'm not knocking doors this Halloween! I am on Times Radio tonight for the newspaper review. One story dominates - Andrew Mountbatten Windsor. #frightnight #buyapaper #tomorrowspaperstoday

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Published: October 31, 2025 22:02

I'm not knocking doors this Halloween! I am on Times Radio tonight for the newspaper review. One story dominates - Andrew Mountbatten Windsor. #frightnight #buyapaper #tomorrowspaperstoday nitter.poast.org/AmandaFBelfast/status/1984368723432784239#m

RT by @AmandaFBelfast: #Samhain classic... what do you get if you mix the preservation of heritage with the supernatural? One of the most genuinely interesting Irish ghost stories... & a scared little man in a coat @Pastpreservers @Tim_Mc_Garry @williamcrawley @AmandaFBelfast @GWalker9 @PaulClark_UTV

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Published: October 31, 2025 20:56

#Samhain classic... what do you get if you mix the preservation of heritage with the supernatural? One of the most genuinely interesting Irish ghost stories... & a scared little man in a coat @Pastpreservers @Tim_Mc_Garry @williamcrawley @AmandaFBelfast


RT by @AmandaFBelfast: On Monday, we will reveal the findings of our @LucidTalk poll 2025 at our Breakfast Briefing at Stormont. Keep an eye on our socials! #LucidTalkPoll2025 #FuelPoverty

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Published: October 31, 2025 16:25

On Monday, we will reveal the findings of our @LucidTalk poll 2025 at our Breakfast Briefing at Stormont. Keep an eye on our socials! #LucidTalkPoll2025 #FuelPoverty

RT by @AmandaFBelfast: UUP councillor @mclaren_linzi quits citing 'grave errors' on Irish language - and the role of women in the party. She said she didn't feel her “progressive aspirations” were welcomed within unionism. https://www.newsletter.co.uk/news/politics/uup-councillor-quits-over-grave-errors-on-irish-language-and-the-role-of-women-in-the-party-5383725

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Published: October 31, 2025 15:53

UUP councillor @mclaren_linzi quits citing 'grave errors' on Irish language - and the role of women in the party. She said she didn't feel her “progressive aspirations” were welcomed within unionism. newsletter.co.uk/news/politi


“Indeed, I would even say that Protestants are on the march in the Republic. I should know, for I organise the marches
”

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Published: October 31, 2025 13:50

“Indeed, I would even say that Protestants are on the march in the Republic. I should know, for I organise the marches
” nitter.poast.org/BelTel/status/1984242156794683648#m

R to @AmandaFBelfast: NEW: Commissioners announcement an example of Starmer or Stormont decision - Campbell   DUP East Londonderry MP Gregory Campbell has said the appointment of Commissioners for Ulster British Culture and Irish Language are an example of how unionists need to give consideration to when they have a Starmer or Stormont decision to make.   Mr Campbell said, “The announcement of Commissioners, one for Ulster-British culture and one for the Irish language, is a real-world example of how a decision can be shaped locally but if all power was handed to Starmer, so too would any sense of balance and we have real world experience of where that takes us to.   For years, Sinn Fein and the radical Irish language lobby demanded a stand-alone, all singing all dancing Irish Language Act. What we have today is not that. It is not the Irish Language Act that republicans campaigned for. That is only because decisions were taken here in Northern Ireland, within a devolved framework, rather than by default to a Labour Government in London.   Those who shout loudest for direct rule need to face a simple truth, direct rule would not mean unionist rules, it would mean Keir Starmer rules. With him and the NIO there would have been no balance, and no joint oversight between First Minister and deputy First Minister. There would have been a one-way street for the Irish language lobby.   The lesson is black and white with no room for any ‘third option’, If Stormont had been kept down, it would be the Starmer Government implementing legislation today, not a balanced outcome agreed in Northern Ireland. Those who campaigned to keep Stormont closed would have no one to blame but themselves.   This arrangement is not perfect, but it is far better than handing control to a London Government.”

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Published: October 30, 2025 17:35

NEW: Commissioners announcement an example of Starmer or Stormont decision - Campbell   DUP East Londonderry MP Gregory Campbell has said the appointment of Commissioners for Ulster British Culture and Irish Language are an example of how unionists need to


RT by @AmandaFBelfast: The British Government has revealed following questions I asked that they have paid ÂŁ4.3m in legal fees and support for Soldier F since 2019. For comparison, the victims of the people he killed have had to fund their own challenges.

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Published: October 29, 2025 21:03

The British Government has revealed following questions I asked that they have paid ÂŁ4.3m in legal fees and support for Soldier F since 2019. For comparison, the victims of the people he killed have had to fund their own challenges.

RT by @AmandaFBelfast: Her first appearance as President-elect is in Belfast at the nation’s primary Irish language festival. How’s that for a statement of intent? She promised her first visit would be to the North and that An Ghaeilge would be front and centre for her Presidency. Already delivering 🇼đŸ‡Ș

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Published: October 29, 2025 17:32

Her first appearance as President-elect is in Belfast at the nation’s primary Irish language festival. How’s that for a statement of intent? She promised her first visit would be to the North and that An Ghaeilge would be front and centre for her


NEW statement from Derry ISPC: "Derry ISPC reaffirms its solidarity with the pro-Palestine activists targeted by the PPS over an ‘unnotified’ march on 14 February 2024 in response to a devastating attack on Rafah amid the ongoing genocide in Palestine. Five of the six activists have been offered an ‘informed warning’. While Foyle MP Colum Eastwood has accepted the warning, the three members of Derry IPSC: Shaun Harkin, Goretti Horgan and Nina Pulis firmly reject any admission of wrongdoing, stand by the principle that protesting genocide is not a crime and argue that pre-notification of the march could not have occurred as it was not planned." Derry IPSC spokesperson Janine McLaughlin said: “We further condemn the discriminatory treatment of one activist involved in the 2024 protest who is being singled out by the state. Jude Coffey was not offered the same ‘diversionary’ opportunity that the others were and this raises serious concerns regarding fairness and accountability in the legal process. We call for equality before the law and stand firmly in solidarity with all those who advocate for an end to the ongoing genocide in Palestine."

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Published: October 29, 2025 16:16

NEW statement from Derry ISPC: "Derry ISPC reaffirms its solidarity with the pro-Palestine activists targeted by the PPS over an ‘unnotified’ march on 14 February 2024 in response to a devastating attack on Rafah amid the ongoing genocide in Palestine.


NEW: Irish language commissioner Pól Deeds @poldeeds with incoming Irish President ~ Uachtarán na hÉireann Catherine Connolly @catherinegalway in Belfast’s Waterfront today at the opening of ‘Oireachtas na Samhna ‘ 15,000 people expected at the Irish language festival this week. https://www.belfastcity.gov.uk/events/oireachtas-na-samhna

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Published: October 29, 2025 15:48

NEW: Irish language commissioner Pól Deeds @poldeeds with incoming Irish President ~ Uachtarán na hÉireann Catherine Connolly @catherinegalway in Belfast’s Waterfront today at the opening of ‘Oireachtas na Samhna ‘ 15,000 people expected at the Irish


R to @AmandaFBelfast: NEW: Statement on behalf of Colum Eastwood MP @columeastwood @SDLPlive   “On 14th February last year, people from across Derry outraged by the ongoing scenes of genocide in Gaza came together for a peaceful vigil and protest in the city centre. As a city with a powerful sense of justice, informed by our experiences of decades of injustice, it was important that we sent our solidarity to the people of Palestine being oppressed by Israel’s bombardment facilitated by governments that were turning a blind eye to war crimes.    “It is astonishing to me that while innocent people were being murdered in their thousands and international law laid in tatters, that it was peaceful protestors who were being pursued by the police and prosecutors. It is my firm view that charges against people who have peacefully protested against the genocide should be dropped across the UK. I voted against the proscription of Palestine Action for exactly that reason.   “I want to thank my legal team led by Ciaran Shiels of Madden and Finucane who have been outstanding throughout this process and who always argued that there were alternative ways of dealing with this. I am glad now that the charges will be withdrawn."   “Last night more than 90 people were killed in Gaza after Israel targeted homes, schools and residential areas in Gaza City, Nuseirat and Khan Younis - somewhere I have been and spoken to people devastated after the loss of their entire family. That is where the focus should be today, that is where it should always have been - on the innocent lives being extinguished by Netanyahu’s out of control administration.”

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Published: October 29, 2025 12:13

NEW: Statement on behalf of Colum Eastwood MP @columeastwood @SDLPlive   “On 14th February last year, people from across Derry outraged by the ongoing scenes of genocide in Gaza came together for a peaceful vigil and protest in the city centre. As a city


RT by @AmandaFBelfast: Nineteen-year-old Kiera Pollock from Belfast's Shankill Road is getting support from a famous woman from the area to continue her education. She is is one of the recipients of a bursary named after the late Baroness May Blood. https://bbc.in/4qxtfup

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Published: October 29, 2025 06:51

Nineteen-year-old Kiera Pollock from Belfast's Shankill Road is getting support from a famous woman from the area to continue her education. She is is one of the recipients of a bursary named after the late Baroness May Blood. bbc.in/4qxtfup

NEW: It’s expected charges against SDLP Foyle MP Colum Eastwood ~ in connection with his participation in a peaceful protest in support of Palestine ~ are to be formally withdrawn today. #court #derry #gaza

https://nitter.poast.org/AmandaFBelfast/status/1983413519673610469#m

Published: October 29, 2025 06:00

NEW: It’s expected charges against SDLP Foyle MP Colum Eastwood ~ in connection with his participation in a peaceful protest in support of Palestine ~ are to be formally withdrawn today. #court #derry #gaza

R to @AmandaFBelfast: NEW: Language Commissioners must build trust, not division - Butler Ulster Unionist Party Deputy Leader, Robbie Butler MLA, has said the newly appointed Language Commissioners and the Director of the Office of Identity and Cultural Expression must demonstrate that they can deliver real benefit to the public and build trust, rather than deepen division. Mr Butler said, “This is, of course, the outworking of another Sinn FĂ©in and DUP talks process, which sidelined others and didn’t attract the support of many. Therefore, the Commissioners come in at the outset under a cloak of scepticism. At a time when public finances are stretched to breaking point, every penny spent must show clear value for money for everyone across Northern Ireland” “Promoting language can be positive, but it must never be forced on communities who do not want it. Past attempts to politicise language have created resentment and mistrust. That approach cannot continue. Commissioners must learn from those mistakes and focus on inclusion, not imposition. “Language should unite, not divide. Both Irish and Ulster-Scots have shaped our shared culture through literature, music, storytelling and identity, and both deserve recognition. But equally, many people do not identify with either language, and their views matter too. Progress for one language must never come at the expense of another. “The Ulster Unionist Party believes that fairness, equality and respect must underpin all language policy. The new Commissioners have an important role in ensuring that cultural expression brings people together and helps Northern Ireland move forward as part of a Union for all our people.”

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Published: October 28, 2025 18:03

NEW: Language Commissioners must build trust, not division - Butler Ulster Unionist Party Deputy Leader, Robbie Butler MLA, has said the newly appointed Language Commissioners and the Director of the Office of Identity and Cultural Expression must


R to @AmandaFBelfast: All political parties send me press releases except the TUV. If you’re interested in what they have to say here ya gođŸ‘‡đŸ»

https://nitter.poast.org/AmandaFBelfast/status/1983213567227633770#m

Published: October 28, 2025 16:45

All political parties send me press releases except the TUV. If you’re interested in what they have to say here ya gođŸ‘‡đŸ» nitter.poast.org/TUVonline/status/1983161463905964065#m

R to @AmandaFBelfast: NEW: Alliance Release: Bradshaw welcomes appointment of Language Commissioners Alliance Executive Office Spokesperson Paula Bradshaw has welcomed confirmation that letters of offer have finally been sent by the First and deputy First Minister to the two appointees for  both the Irish Language Commissioner and Ulster-Scots Commissionerset up under the Identity & Language Act. The South Belfast MLA stated: “This process has taken far too long, but it is welcome that Pól Deeds and Lee Reynolds have now had their appointments confirmed. “Now it is important that they can get established in their new roles and operate efficiently in their areas of responsibility. There has been far too much negative commentary surrounding both posts in recent months and years. "My Alliance colleagues and I look forward to working with them, and we are hopeful that both new roles will help depoliticise minority languages, deliver genuine respect for our range of identities, and promote the importance of our diverse cultural heritage. “I look forward to them both coming before the Committee for the Executive Office in due course to lay out their programme of work.”

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Published: October 28, 2025 16:36

NEW: Alliance Release: Bradshaw welcomes appointment of Language Commissioners Alliance Executive Office Spokesperson Paula Bradshaw has welcomed confirmation that letters of offer have finally been sent by the First and deputy First Minister to the two


R to @AmandaFBelfast: NEW: McGlone welcomes appointment of language commissioners SDLP Irish Language Spokesperson Patsy McGlone MLA has welcomed the appointment of Irish Language and Ulster Scots Commissioners. Mid Ulster MLA Patsy McGlone said: “I welcome confirmation that the ongoing uncertainty has now ended and that the language commissioners will soon take up their posts. It is typical of this Executive that, five years after this commitment was made, there were still issues getting it over the line. “It’s also good to see progress with appointees to the Office of Identity and Cultural Expression, but I would challenge the Executive Office to detail their experience of language and cultural issues. “This is an opportunity to move on from the contention we have seen around these issues and to promote respect and accommodation for differing traditions. Everyone has the right to celebrate their culture, and it’s deeply disappointing that this has so often been used as a political football. “Attention must now turn to ensuring that the commissioners can begin their work and give the Irish language and Ulster Scots the proper place and recognition they deserve in public life. This has been a long-running saga, these rights have been hard won, and people will want to see progress.”

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Published: October 28, 2025 16:36

NEW: McGlone welcomes appointment of language commissioners SDLP Irish Language Spokesperson Patsy McGlone MLA has welcomed the appointment of Irish Language and Ulster Scots Commissioners. Mid Ulster MLA Patsy McGlone said: “I welcome confirmation that


R to @AmandaFBelfast: NEW: ‘CĂ©im mhĂłr chun cinn' do GhaeilgeoirĂ­ - Kearney DĂșirt CTR de chuid Shinn FĂ©in, Declan Kearney, gur 'cĂ©im mhĂłr chun cinn' do GhaeilgeoirĂ­ sa tuaisceart Ă© ceapachĂĄn an ChoimisinĂ©ara Gaeilge. D’fhĂłgair Oifig an Fheidhmeannais go nglacfaidh PĂłl Deeds, an CoimisinĂ©ir nua, leis an phost sna seachtainĂ­ amach romhainn. DĂșirt Cathaoirleach NĂĄisiĂșnta an phĂĄirtĂ­: “Is cĂ©im mhĂłr chun cinn Ă­ seo do chearta na nGaeilgeoirĂ­ atĂĄ ina gcĂłnaĂ­ sa tuaisceart. “Beidh rĂłl ceannrĂłdaĂ­och ag an ChoimisinĂ©ir i bhfeabhsĂș agus i gcosaint na teanga ar fud ĂĄr seirbhĂ­sĂ­ poiblĂ­ agus sa saol laethĂșil.” “TĂĄ an Ghaeilge ag fĂĄs agus ag forbairt i gcĂłnaĂ­, agus daingneoidh agus neartĂłidh ceapachĂĄn de ChoimisinĂ©ir tiomnaithe an borradh sin. “Leanfaidh Sinn FĂ©in ag obair chun cinntiĂș go dtabharfar maoiniĂș, tacaĂ­ocht agus feiceĂĄlacht chuĂ­ don teanga.” - 'A monumental step forward' for GaeilgeoirĂ­ - Kearney Sinn FĂ©in MLA Declan Kearney has said the appointment of an Irish Language Commissioner is a 'monumental step forward' for GaeilgeoirĂ­ in the north. The Executive Office announced that PĂłl Deeds, the new Commissioner, will take up the post in the coming weeks. The party’s National Chairperson said: “This is a monumental step forward for the rights of GaeilgeoirĂ­ living in the north. “The Commissioner will play a leading role in enhancing and protecting the language across our public services and in everyday life. “The Irish language is thriving and continuing to grow, and the appointment of a dedicated Commissioner will secure and strengthen that growth. “Sinn FĂ©in will continue working to ensure proper funding, support and visibility are afforded to the language."

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Published: October 28, 2025 16:32

NEW: ‘CĂ©im mhĂłr chun cinn' do GhaeilgeoirĂ­ - Kearney DĂșirt CTR de chuid Shinn FĂ©in, Declan Kearney, gur 'cĂ©im mhĂłr chun cinn' do GhaeilgeoirĂ­ sa tuaisceart Ă© ceapachĂĄn an ChoimisinĂ©ara Gaeilge. D’fhĂłgair Oifig an Fheidhmeannais go nglacfaidh PĂłl Deeds,


R to @AmandaFBelfast: NEW: Appointment of Irish Language Commissioner marks a ‘watershed moment’ in campaign for language rights and equality Immediate guidance expected from new Irish language Commissioner on Grand Central Station, as suggested by High Court Judge. Implementation of Commissioner’s ‘best practice standards’ will be ‘defining test for Executive Office’    Conradh na Gaeilge and An Dream Dearg have welcomed the announcement that the first ever Irish Language Commissioner is to be appointed. Today, Tuesday 28 October 2025, it was announced that Dr PĂłl Deeds has been formally appointed in the new role.  The appointment of an Irish Language Commissioner is a core element of the new Identity and Language Act which was passed in Westminster in 2022. The Act is the outworkings of draft-legisation published as a fundamental part of the New Decade, New Approach Agreement which brought the Executive back together in January 2020.  The new Commissioner will be tasked with developing new ‘best practice’ Irish language standards to guide public authorities on their duties to promote the Irish language. The public authorities which come under the scope of the Commissioner are set out in Schedule 3 of the 2016 Public Services Ombudsman Act. The ‘best practice’ Irish language standards will be a series of policies setting out how the public authority will promote Irish in their services, correspondence, signage, training, marketing etc. Whilst the Commissioner will be tasked with setting the new standards, they will require agreement from the First and Deputy First Minister. In the scenario where agreement cannot be reached, or if there is no Executive in place, the 2022 Act bestows ‘step-in powers’ to the Secretary of State to take those decisions on their behalf.  The Irish Language Commissioner will also have a duty to investigate complaints made with regards to non compliance by public authorities in relation to the new language standards. CiarĂĄn Mac Giolla BhĂ©in, President, Conradh na Gaeilge said: “The original commitment to introducing the Irish language Act was agreed almost 20 years ago as part of the St Andrew’s Agreement. Now, the appointment of the Irish Language Commissioner is a core component in the implementation of the new legislation. It is a defining watershed in our campaign towards language rights and equality. For the first time in our history, we will have a strong voice for language rights in the very heart of the state. We expect immediate guidance from the new Irish Language Commissioner on issues of urgent public interest. In particular, we welcome recent public support from Dr Deeds for dual-language signage in Grand Central Station and for Belfast City Council’s newly agreed Irish Language Policy. We note the support he has also given in the part for the promotion of Irish Queen’s University Belfast, for example, and we anticipate that he will use his office and voice to propose and endorse effective Irish language policies as many of our public authorities begin that journey in the coming time. This appointment comes at an important time as the Executive will soon seek to adopt their first Irish Language 20-year strategy.” “We did say very clearly upon the ratification of the new Irish language act in 2022 that it was far from perfect, that it is nowhere near strong enough, nor does it fulfill the commitment in 2006 to introduce language legislation based on the rights-based approach in Wales. We said then that this journey would be a battle a day. Recent and continuous attacks on our language remind us that we must remain organised and actively promote positive, progressive policies that will make real change for our community. The adoption of the new legislation was the starting point of that new journey and the appointment of the Irish language commissioner the first significant footstep towards a new society where the Irish language is treated with dignity and equality.”

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Published: October 28, 2025 16:30

NEW: Appointment of Irish Language Commissioner marks a ‘watershed moment’ in campaign for language rights and equality Immediate guidance expected from new Irish language Commissioner on Grand Central Station, as suggested by High Court Judge.


R to @AmandaFBelfast: 2/2 9. Pól Deeds brings valuable experience and insight to the role of the Irish Language Commissioner, having previously held a role as CEO of An Droichead, an Irish language organisation that promotes the development of Irish language and culture. Subsequently Pól was appointed as Deputy Chief Executive of Foras Na Gaeilge, the body responsible for the promotion of the Irish language throughout the island of Ireland. 10. Lee Reynolds brings leadership experience and sectoral knowledge to the role of the Commissioner for the Ulster Scots and the Ulster British tradition.  Lee previously carried out the role of Chief Executive for the Community Convention and Development Company, Policy Advisor for the DUP, and subsequently as the Co-Head of the Ireland and Northern Ireland team of the Institute of Physics.  Lee also worked for the Ulster Scots Heritage Council and was a member of the expert panel advising on the development of the Ulster Scots Language, Heritage and Culture Strategy. 11. Brian Dougherty (MBE) has over 40 years’ experience in the voluntary and community sectors. Brian is currently CEO with the North-West Cultural Partnership a collaborative group for 6 cultural organisations who work extensively in civic engagement and Peacebuilding across the Derry/Strabane District Council area, the province, cross-border and internationally. 12. Ellen Finlay has over 25 years of extensive experience within the community and voluntary sector, working across the women’s, children’s, and mental health fields. As the founder of Policy 360, Ellen has worked with numerous partnerships to shape policy and deliver better outcomes for communities. She is a Non-Executive Director with the Belfast Health and Social Care Trust, a Commissioner with the Equality Commission for Northern Ireland, a Board Member of USEL and a Lay Member of the SENDIST Tribunal. Ellen brings expertise in governance, policy, and strategic collaboration. 13. Stephen Moore has extensive experience in accountancy. He is currently Head of Finance & Corporate Affairs at the Commission for Victims & Survivors having previously worked as a Director / Public sector Accountant with a Belfast-based professional services company. 14. Dr Callie Persic works as the Development Manager with the Belfast City Council, leading Belfast’s Connectivity Programme and city centre project, “A Bolder Vision for Belfast.” Working with cross-sector stakeholders and the community, she brings innovation and creativity to solve problems and find solutions to the challenges facing Belfast 15. Dr Jackie Witherow has over 20 years of experience across the public, private, and voluntary sectors. She has held several senior leadership roles at the Royal National Institute of Blind People, including Director of UK Nations. She served as Non-Executive Director of the Community Relations Council and formerly led policy development at the Arts Council of Northern Ireland. As Director of Witherow Consultancy, she currently advises organisations on strategy, research and communications. 16. All appointments are made on merit and political activity plays no part in the selection process. However, the Commissioner for Public Appointments requires the political activity of appointees to be published. The following political activity in the last 5 years has been declared: Katy Radford – None Pól Deeds – Canvassed on behalf of a political party, or helped at elections Lee Reynolds – Acted as a political agent; Held Office such as Chair, Secretary or Treasurer of a local branch of a political party; Canvassed on behalf of a political party, or helped at elections; undertook other political activity considered relevant Brian Dougherty – None Ellen Finlay – None Stephen Moore - None Callie Persic – None Jacqueline Witherow – None

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Published: October 28, 2025 15:53

2/2 9. Pól Deeds brings valuable experience and insight to the role of the Irish Language Commissioner, having previously held a role as CEO of An Droichead, an Irish language organisation that promotes the development of Irish language and culture.


NEW statement from THE EXECUTIVE OFFICE Language Commissioners and Director of the Office of Identity and Cultural Expression appointed The First Minister and deputy First Minister have announced the appointment of Dr Katy Radford as the Director of the Office of Identity and Cultural Expression (OICE), Pól Deeds as the Irish Language Commissioner, and Lee Reynolds as the Commissioner for the Ulster Scots and the Ulster British tradition. They will take up their posts on 13 November, for a period of five years. They have also confirmed the appointments of Brian Dougherty, Ellen Finlay, Stephen Moore, Dr Callie Persic and Dr Jacqueline Witherow as members of the OICE Board. They will take up their positions on 3 December, also for a five-year term. The First Minister and deputy First Minister announced the appointments in a Written Ministerial Statement to the Assembly – http://www.niassembly.gov.uk/assembly-business/official-report/written-ministerial-statements/ OTHER INFO: 1. The principal aims of the Office of identity and Cultural Expression are: to promote cultural pluralism and respect for diversity, to promote social cohesion and reconciliation between those of different national and cultural identities,  to increase the capacity and resilience of people to address issues related to differences in national and cultural identity, and to support and promote the celebration of the cultural and linguistic heritage of all people living here. 2. The Board of the Office of identity and Cultural Expression is made up of the Director and five members. 3. The principal aim of the Irish Language Commissioner is to enhance and protect the use of the Irish language by public authorities in the provision of services to the public or a section of the public. 4. The principal aim of the Commissioner for the Ulster Scots and the Ulster British tradition is to enhance and develop the language, arts and literature associated with the Ulster Scots and the Ulster British tradition. 5. The Director and Commissioners appointments are remunerated and attract a salary of £88,268 per annum. The positions are full time for a term of five years with eligibility of one renewal for a second term of office, subject to satisfactory performance. 6. The other members of OICE appointments are remunerated at £2,500 per annum. The expected time commitment is approximately 1 day per month for a term of five years with eligibility of one renewal for a second term of office. 7. Although these public appointments are not regulated by the Commissioner for Public Appointments (CPANI), the appointment process for these appointments reflected the spirit of the CPANI Code of Practice. The new Identity and Language Authorities will be added to the schedule of the Commissioner for Public Appointments (Northern Ireland) Order 1995 when it is next updated. 8. Dr Katy Radford (MBE) brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to the role of the Director of the Office of Identity and Cultural Expression, having previously served as an Equality Commissioner for Northern Ireland, Vice-Chair of the Arts Council of Northern Ireland and as a member of the Commission for Flags, Identity, Culture, and Tradition. Katy was the first chair of the Racial Equality Subgroup, acting as a strong voice to Government on issues affecting minority ethnic people, migrants, and race relations. Katy was also Acting Director of the Institute for Conflict Research and was Acting Director of Policy and Research at the Commission for Victims and Survivors. Katy currently serves as an Electoral Commissioner for Northern Ireland and as Chair of the British Council Northern Ireland Advisory Committee. Belfast Health and Social Care Trust, a Commissioner with the Equality Commission for Northern Ireland, a Board Member of USEL and a Lay Member of the SENDIST Tribunal. Ellen brings expertise in governance, policy, and strategic collaboration.

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Published: October 28, 2025 15:53

NEW statement from THE EXECUTIVE OFFICE Language Commissioners and Director of the Office of Identity and Cultural Expression appointed The First Minister and deputy First Minister have announced the appointment of Dr Katy Radford as the Director of the


QUB is such a beautiful university! Talking through #WIM25 and more today
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Published: October 28, 2025 15:44

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RT by @AmandaFBelfast: Alliance voted against a DUP motion on legacy last month, not because it included the term “innocent victims”, but because it sought to exclude the Irish Government from the legacy process.

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Published: October 28, 2025 14:05

Alliance voted against a DUP motion on legacy last month, not because it included the term “innocent victims”, but because it sought to exclude the Irish Government from the legacy process.