McGlone: ICRIR requires overhaul and reform

SDLP Opposition Justice Spokesperson Patsy McGlone MLA has said further revelations about the operation of the ICRIR show the legacy body requires integral reform. An independent review has raised significant concerns about the way the organisation is being run and its internal culture. Mid Ulster MLA Patsy McGlone said, "This is the latest in a … Continue reading McGlone: ICRIR requires overhaul and reform

McGlone Welcomes Start of £10.8m New Build for Edendork Primary School

SDLP MLA for Mid Ulster Patsy McGlone has welcomed the start of work on a new £10.8million construction project at Edendork Primary School. The Mid Ulster MLA attended the sod cutting ceremony at the school site on the 29th April where the first sod was cut by the Education Minister. Work on the new school … Continue reading McGlone Welcomes Start of £10.8m New Build for Edendork Primary School

McGlone: Devasting Ulster University Job Losses will have Wider Economic Impact

SDLP MLA for Mid Ulster Patsy McGlone has said that job losses across Ulster University (UU) are devastating for the staff involved and will have an impact on the wider economy. He was speaking after the University confirmed the loss of up to 450 jobs. The Mid Ulster MLA said it highlighted the funding pressures … Continue reading McGlone: Devasting Ulster University Job Losses will have Wider Economic Impact

McGlone: Alliance Party Must Stop Targeting Rural Communities

SDLP MLA for Mid Ulster Patsy McGlone has said that the Alliance Party must stop targeting rural communities. The Mid Ulster MLA was speaking as proposals from the Justice Minister that could increase the cost of a firearms licence by over 150% came before the Assembly. Earlier this week Alliance Party MLAs voted against a … Continue reading McGlone: Alliance Party Must Stop Targeting Rural Communities

McGlone: Funding cuts will devastate community and voluntary sector

SDLP Mid Ulster MLA Patsy McGlone has warned that cuts to community and voluntary organisations will devastate the sector. He was speaking after a protest at Stormont on Wednesday following the UK Government’s decision to impose a 64% cut to the Shared Prosperity Fund (SPF). Mid Ulster MLA Patsy McGlone said, "The SDLP has been … Continue reading McGlone: Funding cuts will devastate community and voluntary sector

McGlone Calls for More Support for Young Adults with Learning Difficulties and Complex Needs in Mid Ulster

SDLP Mid Ulster MLA Patsy McGlone, has called on the Executive to provide more support for young adults with learning difficulties and complex needs in Mid Ulster. The Mid Ulster MLA was speaking after an Assembly adjournment debate on the topic on Tuesday. Mr McGlone said, “There is a clear need for the Executive to … Continue reading McGlone Calls for More Support for Young Adults with Learning Difficulties and Complex Needs in Mid Ulster

McGlone Welcomes Assembly Support for Caoimhé’s Law

SDLP Justice Spokesperson, Mid Ulster MLA Patsy McGlone, has welcomed the unanimous support in the Assembly for the introduction of Caoimhé’s Law. The Mid Ulster MLA was speaking after the Assembly unanimously supported the SDLP motion calling on the Minister of Justice to work with the Minister for Infrastructure to pass Caoimhé’s Law by the … Continue reading McGlone Welcomes Assembly Support for Caoimhé’s Law

SDLP Leader Claire Hanna MP joins McGlone on visit to local schools

SDLP Leader Claire Hanna MP, Patsy McGlone MLA, and Cllr Denise Johnston and Mid Ulster SDLP representative Martin Kearney, welcomed by Acting Principal Orlaith McShanlaoich and pupils at Náiscoil & Gaelscoil Eoghain.

SDLP Mid Ulster MLA Patsy McGlone has praised the newly opened Holy Trinity College and the vibrant learning environment at Náiscoil & Gaelscoil Eoghain following a visit to the schools in Cookstown alongside SDLP Party Leader Claire Hanna MP and Deputy Chair of Mid Ulster District Council, Councillor Denise Johnston. SDLP Leader Claire Hanna MP, … Continue reading SDLP Leader Claire Hanna MP joins McGlone on visit to local schools