UUP Under Pressure to Agree Unionist Electoral Pact
October 30, 2019 No Responses

UUP Under Pressure to Agree Unionist Electoral Pact

The incoming leader of the Ulster Unionist Party is coming under increasing pressure on his stance over a unionist electoral pact. Steve Aiken has said that his party will stand candidates in all 18 Westminster seats set to be contested...
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May’s Chief Brexit Negotiator ‘Slower’ to Recognize Importance of Free Movement of Goods
October 29, 2019 No Responses

May’s Chief Brexit Negotiator ‘Slower’ to Recognize Importance of Free Movement of Goods

Theresa May’s chief EU negotiator has admitted that he was “slower” to realize that the movement of goods would be such a central issue in settling the UK’s post-Brexit relationship with Ireland. Olly Robbins – the man who masterminded Mrs...
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Brexit to Dominate Election Campaign in The North
October 29, 2019 No Responses

Brexit to Dominate Election Campaign in The North

A deep divide between Northern Ireland’s parties over Brexit is set to dominate the forthcoming UK general election. It has been more than three years since the UK voted to leave the European Union, but at that 2016 referendum, a...
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‘Two Most Powerful Teams’ in Rugby Contesting The Final Says Mitchell
October 29, 2019 No Responses

‘Two Most Powerful Teams’ in Rugby Contesting The Final Says Mitchell

England assistant coach John Mitchell has billed Saturday’s World Cup final between his side and South Africa as a collision of the sport’s two most powerful teams. Eddie Jones’s men stormed into the International Stadium Yokohama showpiece by steamrolli...
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Northern Ireland Secretary Sidesteps Questions on Early Elections Impact on Power-Sharing Resolution
October 29, 2019 No Responses

Northern Ireland Secretary Sidesteps Questions on Early Elections Impact on Power-Sharing Resolution

The Northern Ireland Secretary has refused to answer whether plans for a December general election would jeopardize attempts to restore Stormont. Julian Smith said he would “swerve” the question when asked by Independent MP Lady Sylvia Hermon, adding some ...
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New Peace Foundation Launched in Memory of Martin McGuinness
October 28, 2019 No Responses

New Peace Foundation Launched in Memory of Martin McGuinness

A new peace foundation launched in memory of Martin McGuinness is to establish a permanent memorial to the late political leader. It will feature an inclusive program of education, sport, debate, art and culture, his friends and family said. Foyle...
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Jones Taunts Gatland with ‘Best Wishes’ in the Play-Off Remark
October 28, 2019 No Responses

Jones Taunts Gatland with ‘Best Wishes’ in the Play-Off Remark

Eddie Jones has taunted Warren Gatland after the Wales coach questioned whether England have played their World Cup final a game early by overwhelming New Zealand. Gatland was speaking after his team had been beaten 19-16 by South Africa, who...
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Lorry Driver Charged in Migrant Deaths to Appear in Court
October 28, 2019 No Responses

Lorry Driver Charged in Migrant Deaths to Appear in Court

A lorry driver is due to appear in court charged over the deaths of 39 migrants thought to have died in a refrigerated unit during a clandestine bid to enter the UK illegally. Maurice “Mo” Robinson, of Laurel Drive, Craigavon...
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United Defeat Norwich to Win First Away Game Since February
October 27, 2019 No Responses

United Defeat Norwich to Win First Away Game Since February

Manchester United recorded their first Premier League away win since February despite missing two penalties in a 3-1 win at Norwich. Ole Gunnar Solskjaer’s side ended their 11-match run without a win away from Old Trafford by beating Partizan Belgrade...
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Xhaha Controversy Boils After Arsenal Give Up Lead Against Palace
October 27, 2019 No Responses

Xhaha Controversy Boils After Arsenal Give Up Lead Against Palace

Captain Granit Xhaka appeared to swear at Arsenal supporters after he was substituted during their Premier League draw against Crystal Palace as they allowed a two-goal lead to slip. The incident and result will see pressure grow on both Xhaka...
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