Such heartbreaking news this morning. My thoughts & sympathies go out to the families & friends of these two young people. I can not begin to imagine the sense of loss and grief. Too many have lost their lives on our roads which has had huge impacts upon communities and families.

A debate for the implementation of the Autism (Amendment) Act took place today at the NI Assembly.

Thanks to Deborah Erskine & Cheryl Brownlee MLA for proposing this motion & to the APGA for highlighting the key issues that need to be addressed to implement the legislation.

Thank you Deborah Erskine for attending our report launch at Stormont this week. We really appreciate your attendance and support for the 1 in 5 people living with lung conditions in NI. 🫁👏

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Welcome news that Northern Ireland will now be included in the UK Government legislation on addressing the grave injustice of the Sub Post-Masters scandal - this was a bit of a battle to secure, but glad that common sense has seen through. 👇👇

Pleased to be able to update the Assembly today on my plans for improving building safety legislation. Glad to get support from across the chamber for my proposals.

BT/EE group must keep jobs in Enniskillen. It’s the lifeblood of our economy at stake. As promised back in Feb when the announcement was first released, I’ll continue to fight for these jobs to remain. Today I joined CWU Northern Ireland Telecoms Branch rally to stand & speak up for Fermanagh employees.

Rally tomorrow at The Diamond, Enniskillen at 12:30 PM! Let’s come together for our EE workers. Your presence makes a difference! 📣 #RallyForWorkers #SaveEEJobs

- Erin Massey Erin Massey, Reg Sec NI

We had a great discussion at the #APG this afternoon on #SkinCancer and its Prevention, with speakers from South Eastern Trust and Public Health Agency. Thank you to everyone who came and presented!

Takeaways:
▶ Cases will double by 2040
▶ AI can help with screening
▶ Prevention is critical

Absolutely disgraceful. Men in balaclavas carrying out sinister acts should be in the past. Truly shocking that this act took place in Lisnaskea, of which the community will be resolute in their condemnation. Dread to think what could have been as a result of this despicable act.

Last night I attended CWU Northern Ireland Telecoms Branch 3rd public meeting regarding Enniskillen BT/EE jobs. I’ll continue to fight for these jobs to remain in Enniskillen whilst the window of opportunity remains. Thinking of the employees who have been left in limbo and worried about the future.

My opening contribution to the short debate on global Christian persecution in the HL last night. Huge thanks to all who took part and to ⁦Lord (Tariq)Ahmad of Wimbledon⁩ for the ministerial response pempclip.blob.core.windows.net/clip/ukparliam…

Anyone who has had the diagnosis of cancer affect them and their family will know exactly the impact it has. Our hearts go out to HRH The Princess of Wales and the entire Royal Family. I hope they have the space to heal and recover. Praying for them in the days that lie ahead.

Did you know we recently hosted open days at our Water Treatment Works across Northern Ireland?

#InternationalWaterDay #NIWater #DeliveringWhatMatters

Watch here ⬇️
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Watch ⁦BBC The View⁩ on ⁦BBC iPlayer⁩

Minister ⁦John O' Dowd⁩ - on MOTs, potholes, high speed rail, the A5, and more.

With ⁦Nichola Mallon⁩ ⁦Deborah Erskine⁩ & ⁦Seanadóir Mal O’Hara⁩

Plus ⁦Gavan Reilly⁩ - on new Taoiseach.

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'This is another long list of disappointments when it comes to DVA testing

Deborah Erskine talks Mark Carruthers about the delays in the MOT system

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Her Majesty The Queen has arrived at Hillsborough Castle, ahead of a day of engagements in Northern Ireland tomorrow.

A commitment from the Prime Minister that regulations on UK internal trade will be laid in the coming days.

We’re focused on restoring Northern Ireland’s place within the United Kingdom and its internal market.
Jeffrey Donaldson MP