NewsN. IrelandN. Ireland PoliticsPM stands 'full square behind' Good Friday AgreementSir Chris Bryant clarifies comments made by the prime minister on Thursday that a border poll is "off the table".10 mins agoNorthern Ireland PoliticsNI secretary to consider Parades Commission letter over DrumcreeThe Parades Commission was given until the end of the day to write to Secretary of State, Sir Chris Bryant, to ensure him that their decision making processes are fair.1 hr agoNorthern Ireland PoliticsWhat next for Ulster Unionist Party after turbulent week?From the outside looking in there is much to discuss, some of it not good from the party's point of view.7 days agoNorthern Ireland PoliticsButler under 'no illusions' about scale of new job as health ministerThe Lagan Valley MLA is a former UUP deputy leader and has twice considered running for leadership, only to withdraw at the last moment.20 Aug 2026Northern Ireland PoliticsBurnham says united Ireland poll is 'off the table' during first NI visitAndy Burnham said "we need to fix the things right in front of us in the here and now".21 hrs agoNorthern Ireland PoliticsParades commissioner resigns after Drumcree caseUnionist parties and the Orange Order have called for the commission to stand down.23 hrs agoNorthern IrelandFamilies hit back at NI secretary's comments on Troubles legacy billSir Chris Bryant insisted it is "full steam ahead" for the government when it comes to passing Troubles' legacy legislation through Parliament.3 days ago'Full steam ahead on legacy bill', NI secretary saysSir Chris is visiting Dublin for a series of engagements, meeting with government ministers as well as UK and Irish business representatives.4 days agoEuropeNo time for new minister to fix health service warns top doctorDoctors have warned that there has been an "abject failure of workforce planning".Health bodies back Nesbitt following resignationMike Nesbitt resigned as health minister amid a row with the UUP leader Jon Burrows.'I'll announce a new health minister on Thursday,' says Burrows, after Nesbitt row It comes following a clash between the UUP leader and former health minister over withdrawing emergency general surgery services from Causeway Hospital.Muir resignation demand is 'not personal' says UFUThe Ulster Farmers' Union rejects a claim that it is trying to dictate policy after a cattle cull.'Days of the farmers' union dictating policy are over' - MuirThe Agriculture Minister Andrew Muir says he will continue to engage with the Ulster Farmers' Union.
