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Síomón Ó Laoidigh | Former councillor, Social Democratic and Labour Party 🌹 | Lecturer, Philosophy of Religion & Ethics | Trade unionist NASUWT | #AFC #StPauli
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Well I’ve managed to get locked out of my old account after over 12 years. Twitter/ X have not helped at all and aren’t responding so have decided to bite the bullet and set up a new account. 🤦♂️
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As a person not from a nationalist background this does not surprise me. The status quo is awful. Who doesn’t want to explore new possibilities? The prospect of a new Ireland is far more appealing than more of the same stalemate, failure and endless indulgence of intransigence.
🚨Jamie Dornan joins a growing group, not from a nationalist background, showing interest in what a united Ireland looks like for all the people of the island, regardless of their traditions or beliefs.
🚨A Dublin Govt must lead on what the vision for a united Ireland is
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Northern Ireland isn’t working. The prospects of a restored Assembly look grim. How can we move things forward? For me a new Ireland has a lot going for it. Political stability, economic prosperity, better pay and living conditions, back in the EU. Why not?
EXCLUSIVE | Majority in NI want the criteria for vote on Irish unity laid out after general election
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Suella Braverman clearly doesn’t think much of people from the North of Ireland. This is a bit of a recurring theme. English nationalists would love to cut this place adrift. Could this dynamic be what ultimately gets Irish unity over the line?
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As a football fanatic the idea of watching the Euros right here in my home city is beyond exciting and is the only argument I need. But beyond that, think of the big concerts Casement could host. Currently Dublin is getting all those gigs. Do we really want to miss out on that?
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Real lack of self awareness from Paul Givan who is decrying talk of a new Ireland as unhelpful 24 hours after his party helped launch a document entitled ‘Safeguarding the union’. Why is the former unacceptable, but the latter okay?
#BBCTheView
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Protestants aren’t a homogeneous group. This is kind of commentary with a hammer is very disappointing, particularly as a Protestant who very much wants a more just world and who is horrified by the events unfolding in Israel-Palestine.
Why do Ulster Scot Protestants support genocide? The mass murder of men, women and children? Why do they champion it with such relish - crush, erase, eradicate, destroy? 8,000 murdered already. How many dead kids is enough? 10,000? 100,000? 500,000?
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Northern Ireland isn’t working. Why would we want to keep flogging a dead horse? Time to build a new Ireland within the EU.
There’s an end of days feel to Northern Ireland right now. A sort of half-hearted anarchy pervades as swathes of what society takes for granted are breaking down. The scale and nature of the crises now unfolding will have profound political consequences.
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This just makes sense. It’s the low hanging fruit of the rail network. Let’s make sure it happens. Delighted that the SDLPs first motion of this mandate is about expanding our rail network. 🙌🏼
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Although a United Ireland is not necessarily inevitable, it is certainly highly probable given the demographic changes alone, but also the fact that Unionism comes across as so backward and conservative. Not one unionist voted for the recent Palestine-Israel ceasefire motion.
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The DUP don’t own this place. They can stop the formation of an Executive, but they aren’t the masters of our destiny. If they don’t want to participate in government we must move forward without them and deliver the public services and economic prosperity our people deserve.
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Alliance won’t take a position on the constitutional question and not just because of the dead legs from sitting on the fence. They need those unionist votes in places like Lagan Valley and East Belfast, but equally those soft Nationalist votes in South Belfast. Trouble ahead.
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If Matthew O’Toole as leader of the opposition gets less coverage on local media than certain fringe elements who seem to hog prime time coverage there really are questions that must be answered.
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Patrick Keilty definitely doing the
#LateLateShow
his own way. I like it. All the best Paddy!
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The demographics are telling a tale here. I can’t see Northern Ireland surviving until 2050.
EXCLUSIVE:
@LucidTalk
border poll results:
🔷NI remain in UK 49%
🔷Irish unity 39%
🔷Undecided 11%
🔷Wouldn't vote/spoil vote 1%
United Ireland most popular choice for under-45s, with support for Union strongest amongst middle-aged & pensioners.
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It really is extraordinary that Jamie Bryson has been able to live tweet the content of the DUP meeting despite not being present. Elite level shithousery.
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A great day for the trade union movement today in Northern Ireland. A clear message was sent to the British Secretary of State and the DUP. We demand fair pay, and properly financed sustainable public services!
#EnoughIsEnough
#ICTU
#NASUWT
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On this historic day a huge good luck to my friend
@MatthewOToole2
who is not only a throughly decent human being, but an incredibly capable politician of the highest calibre. Fiercely intelligent, and grounded in strong values. No better person to lead the opposition 🙌🏼
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In case you are interested in why public sector workers were on strike today across Northern Ireland. Here is a clip with some of my thoughts from The Context on the BBC news channel.
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Volunteering to be the token Prod in the Seanad if anyone’s interested 👋🏻
2024 will see a Seanad by-election, and European elections, in the Republic. Will we see more Northerners running? Given the current political landscape re EU relations, and growing conversations on constitutional change, there's a clear need for more Northern voices.
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We absolutely NEED Claire to continue not just serving the people of South Belfast, but the North more broadly at Westminster. 🙌🏼
I spoke in favour of an immediate ceasefire for Gaza today. The wholesale slaughter of innocent Palestinian men, women & children has no possible justification.
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Excited to get involved in the campaign to re-elect Claire Hanna MP. She has not only been an important and effective voice at Westminster, but a hard constituency worker across South Belfast and Mid Down. Reverting to a DUP MP is unconscionable. Get involved!
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Our town centres are dying. The complete dominance of the car is a factor in this. If we want to reverse this trend expanding pedestrianisation would be a good place to start. In places like Market Square in Lisburn there is scope for similar pedestrianisation.
Donegall Place Sunday Market: The possibilities of pedestrianisation.
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Justin McCamphill setting out clearly why teachers and lecturers have no choice but to go out on strike on Thursday. We are paid significantly less than our counterparts in England, Scotland, Wales and the South of Ireland. We will not be treated like second class citizens!
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A great day for the parish. Made my debut on Nolan this morning and finishing the evening on my favourite news show The Context, with Christian Fraser on the BBC News Channel.
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More divisive than advocating for continued membership of the UK? This is not the spirit of the Good Friday Agreement. Parity of esteem means we can all validly aspire to the realisation of what we think is the best constitutional future. These double standards are divisive.
A border poll would be divisive and expensive.
It’s right to say it’s not on the horizon.
We need to focus on:
✅ Addressing cost of living issues.
✅ Encouraging investment for jobs.
✅ Ending division.
Let’s move forward in Northern Ireland, not drag ourselves apart.
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Really proud of my wife Laura who has finally got her Psychotherapy accreditation. A lot of hard work, but worth it. Well done Laura Lee 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻
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All these identifiable brands. Surely there has to be some responsibility for the impact of single use packaging? We need more robust EMR (extended manufacturer responsibility).
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The Taoiseach is absolutely correct. This is an indefensible double standard. Advocating a new Ireland is a legitimate aspiration.
Taoiseach: “Why is there a double standard applied to Irish politicians … when we say we’d like to see a United Ireland.”
“The PM describes himself as a proud unionist. The SoS often talks about how committed he is to the union . Not only to we accept that - we respect it.”
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Read the detail of this and tell me this isn’t a sectarian carve up. Abominable
A Belfast charity that supports children with special needs has had its proposed council funding cut by 97%.
@brendanhughes64
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It’s becoming increasingly difficult to demonise Gaelic games. Cue the faux outrage when the Deputy First Minister samples some Camogie. A game played by 100k women on this island. Fair play to
@little_pengelly
reconciliation starts with respect and reaching out.
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Funny how when the DUP were in the Executive they were absolutely fine with this ‘divergence’. I suspect that won’t change any time soon. FE lecturers similarly disadvantaged.
#FairPayForTeachers
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The irony is, the more people gurn about
@KNEECAPCEOL
the cooler they will be to our youth. These lads are edgy, but kudos to them for what they are doing to promote the Irish language.
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Tearing up listening to the children from the North and South of Ireland singing ‘We are one’. Beautiful
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‘We’re in no hurry’…
To address the worst waiting lists on these islands.
To fix crumbling schools.
To sort out SEN places.
To resolve public sector pay disputes.
To get our economy going.
= ‘We get paid whether we turn up of not’.
They’re laughing at us. 😡
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Alan McBride could be forgiven for being bitter for what happened to his family, but he isn’t. A really decent man, I wish there were more like him.
🗣Shankill Bomb: 30 years on from the IRA attack, today marks a turning point in Alan McBride's life.
Alan lost his wife and father-in-law in the bomb.
Speaking to
@jamesgould23
, he says he has struggled mentally over the last two years & had a message for NI's politicians.
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Never miss a chance to miss a chance. Northern Ireland will never have stable government with ideologues at the helm.
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Forgot Mick Lynch was a contributor. Really looking forward to this!
🚨Contributors and panellists announced so far.
🚨Keep an eye for more over the coming period.
🚨For tickets please follow the link.
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One of the toughest aspects of teaching A level students is the fact that every year you have to say goodbye to students you have bonded with. I am privileged to have played a small role in their journey. I learn a lot from them, and it’s the students that keep me going. 🫶🏼
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I will never get my head around how Trump has become the darling of American Evangelicals. In what way does he reflect their values?
CNN exit polls in South Carolina primary:
White evangelical Christians:
75% Trump
24% Haley
Everyone else:
51% Haley
49% Trump
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This is what politics should look like. You can’t eat a flag. No child in our society should go hungry.
Good to hear the growing issue of food poverty - & its link to learning for our children - being raised in the Assembly. We urge the Minister to look for meaningful ways to address this
@CaraHunterSDLP
@paulgivan
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As a parent of a past and present Millennium pupil I am appalled that a deal has apparently been made by executive parties that would allow this to happen. The new campus was approved years ago and substantial work already carried out. We feel badly let down.
The withdrawal of needed new-build funding from
@ForgeIPS
& Millennium Integrated Primary is a real blow to families in South Belfast, and especially worrying when details of what Executive have agreed on Finance is drip fed on a Friday night. My MLA colleagues are pursing today
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We need to progress legislation that will prevent developers from sitting on key sites like this as they fall further and further into dereliction. It’s shameful.
Twenty years in the hands of two developers, neither of which have made any actual positive contribution to the fabric of the city. Photo of Lower Garfield Street taken ten years ago this week.
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As a trade unionist, I always find Mick Lynch really inspiring. A simple but uncompromising message that workers have power when they stand together and demand fair pay and conditions.
#latelateshow
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While it’s sad to remember the assassination of President Kennedy today, on the very same day (22nd November 1963) Belfast born writer C. S. Lewis died. A death that went virtually unnoticed at the time because of the events in Dallas. A very thoughtful and clever man.
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We all look up at the same sky in wonder. Absolutely glorious.
#NorthernLights
#Auroraborealis
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There is a real incongruence in the claim that saying a new Ireland is in touching distance is ‘unhelpful’ then in the next breath saying ‘the union is safe’. Why can some folks not see that? Both constitutional aspirations are equally valid, so why is only one ‘unhelpful’?
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Remember the days when you UK didn’t have lunatics in 10 Downing Street?
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Fair play to Leo. Bean counters are no way to decide the future of this island.
.
@LeoVaradkar
speaking with
@mcculld
on Irish unity "unification should never be about money"
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Nollaig shona dhuit! It’s been a tough year for me, but I am optimist at heart. A new year means new opportunities. May 2024 be a year of growth, prosperity and happiness for you and yours. 🎄 🎅
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Enjoyed catching up with friends and colleagues at the Lagan Valley constituency group meeting this evening. Particularly my good friend Johnny McCarthy who I haven’t seen in too long!
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Very encouraging update from Matthew O’Toole MLA. As leader of the opposition his constructive approach holding the Executive to account will have a really positive impact on our politics.
Excited to get involved in the campaign to re-elect Claire Hanna MP. She has not only been an important and effective voice at Westminster, but a hard constituency worker across South Belfast and Mid Down. Reverting to a DUP MP is unconscionable. Get involved!
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@AndyBelfast
In a democracy we must let the people choose their destiny, not whoever the latest terrorist threat is coming from.
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Literally laughed out loud at this from Stephen Walker’s Hume Biography about the antics of Mo Mowlam.
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Wrote to all the members of the Economy committee regarding the derisory pay offer made to FE lecturers which is less than that being offered to teachers in primary and post-primary schools.
@SineadMcL4Foyle
of the
@SDLPlive
was the only one to respond, and sent her solidarity 🙌🏼
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@AndyBelfast
No, the sea border is the outcome of Brexit. Madness on behalf of unionists to support it. This was all spelt out ahead of the referendum.
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They could call themselves the social democratic and Labour Party… wait.. 😉
Labour leader Ivana Bacik has said a merger with the Social Democrats is “possible”, as she claimed there were no ideological differences between the two parties.
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Photo opps just won’t cut it anymore. We face incredible challenges and we need costed plans to address them. 100 days in and the Executive still hasn’t developed a program for government. We have to demand better.
It's 100 days since Stormont was reformed. There has been positive imagery, but no clear plan or indication of when we will get one.
Today the SDLP Opposition presses the Executive parties to tell us when they will deliver a Programme for Government.
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It feels like the lows outweighed the highs for me in 2023. Whatever doesn’t kill you makes you stronger. I wish you all a 2024 brimming with success, progress and joy. I’m feeling optimistic for better things to come.
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When will the slaughter in Gaza end? We are witnessing atrocities on an almost daily basis. We can never compromise on Human Rights. Those responsible must be held accountable at the
@IntlCrimCourt
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Super proud of the 2014s who played in the Rosario Tournament this afternoon. Reuben’s team made it through the group to a play off game, but narrowly missed out. Well done boys, you did the club proud.
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Would love to work with people like
@AodhanORiordain
This could be really good for all concerned.
In tomorrow's
@irish_news
I write about why the
@SocDems
@labour
and the
@SDLPlive
could be a powerful all island force with some new thinking and approaches following the next election.
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*Some people* should add professional sectarianiser to their LinkedIn skills profile. Those who are skilled in the art of sectarianising virtually anything. Sport stadia, climate change, housing. These are highly sought after skills in some NI parties. You could be a headhunted!
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The Good Friday Agreement is crystal clear at least on this point. It is the people of Ireland, North and South who will determinate our constitutional future. Sin é.
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Really looking forward to this. Ireland’s future events are always excellent, and this one’s a big one! Get it in your diary now 📆
✅ON 15 JUNE 2024 WE GO TO THE SSE ARENA BELFAST
🗣️Ireland’s Future has hosted the big conversations on a changing island
👨👩👧👦3Arena, Ulster Hall and engaging citizens in towns & cities across Ireland
📈Working with political leaders and setting the tone
🎟️Tickets released soon
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@NoSeaBorder
The days of supremacy and sending people packing are over. Any change will be democratically chosen by the people.
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At a packed Belfast Association meeting of the NASUWT. Don’t think I’ve ever seen such a large turnout. Teachers have had enough of being paid significantly less than their counterparts in the South of Ireland, Scotland England and Wales. I fear there will be a mass Exodus.
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@IrelandsFuture
Thanks
@cjhumanrights
and
@andreemurphy
for an interesting conversation about
@IrelandsFuture
‘s Ireland 2030 document. I look forward to reading it.
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We need to do this in Ireland to send the ‘Ireland is full’ knobs packing.
🇩🇪✊ Millions are protesting against the rise of the far-right in Germany. German citizens want their democracy to be protected against intolerance and racism. We stand with them.
#NeverAgain
Photo: Pulse of Europe
@spdde
@SPDEuropa
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Grateful today and everyday for the peace secured on this day back in 1998. Peace is not something to be complacent about or take for granted. We need to keep working to secure a better future all.
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This is utterly appalling. Preparation work on the site had been advanced and the build agreed for years.
Worrying news emerging about long agreed funding for South Belfast integrated primaries, inc Forge IPS new build & a needed extension at Millennium, being cut as part of the financial package agreed for the new Executive. We will be seeking urgent clarity for worried parents.
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My youngest and his pals are proud as punch to be singing on the Peace Proms this evening at the SSE arena. Looking forward to a good night of music and celebration.
#Peace
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Brexit has tanked the UK economy. There is a path back into the EU for NI.
#NewIreland
Office for Budget Responsibility forecasts biggest drop in living standards since 1950s
Follow Autumn Statement reaction and analysis ⬇
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This is despicable. I’ve known William since before he was a broadcaster and he is and always has been a decent warm person. He brings a sophistication and nuance that this place badly needs. Solidarity.
William Crawley: Police called in after social media trolls targeted my family radio star 🌟
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A lot of politicians have got used to selfies and sound bites when there was no executive. They have forgotten what they were elected to do- that this is the time to deliver and move beyond aspirations and non-binding motions.
Demand is already billions ahead of what is available.
MLAs are proposing a number of policies without paying for them.
No government can operate like this and be effective.
My thoughts in today's
@irish_news
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That was truly embarrassing from Jim Allister. It’s like going back in time to days we thankfully have left behind.
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Balled my eyes out on multiple occasions. Don’t think I’ve ever been so affected by a sitcom.
In honor of the 6th anniversary of Derry Girls, what was your favorite moment from the show?
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Wrecking is easy. Poking holes, and pulling on threads is easy. Leadership is the difficult path. Few are cut out for ploughing one’s own furrow.
Donaldson along with 5 other dissident, Anti-GFA/UUP MPs, publicly declared they're voting against the
#GFA
in the 1998 referendum, in line with the political position of the Orange Order (of which the six were members) He went on to engineer the electoral destruction of the UUP.
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The DUP are getting a taste of their own medicine. Once upon a time they were on the fringes like the TUV. A bit late to be worried about splitting unionism now.
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@BillDonald1
Having no government most of the time sucks. Trying to shame people who wish for better sucks.
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Was interviewed by
@malodoherty
just over a year ago. It’s currently in the buy one get one half price in Waterstones. Looking forward to reading his thoughts on the future of our shared home place. Remember this
@smccarthynire
?
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I’m branching out to do some online tutoring in A level religious studies. I have experience teaching Philosophy of religion, ethics, Gospel of Luke and Early Church history. Send people my way who you think might be interested.
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The incident today in Parnell street is absolutely horrific. Utterly devastating for the children and their families. However, I’m at a loss as to why people think attacking the police and wrecking the place is the appropriate response. What will that achieve?
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This is why teachers and lecturers will be on strike on Wednesday. Completely unjust and unsustainable. Would not be tolerated anywhere else on these islands.
@NASUWT_NI
@IrelandsFuture
Adjusted for inflation, teachers' salaries have fallen dramatically compared with both private and public sector workers in NI. In real terms, private sector salaries in 2023 have fallen 3.6% since 2019, public sector incomes down 5.8%, but teacher salaries are down by 17.5%.
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Aodhán is a fierce advocate for Dublin and its people and will make a fantastic representative in the European Parliament. Go n-éirí leat!
I’m asking
@labour
members in Dublin to select me as your candidate for the European Elections this June.
Here’s why 👇
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Tickets bought. See you there 😊
🚨Tickets released at 10am Friday 6th October
🚨Ireland’s Future - Pathway to Change
🚨Tickets at the link below
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The UK government are offering the DUP a chance to go back into the Executive while saving face with a ‘win’. Will they do it? It seems like they never miss a chance to miss a chance.
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