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Alliance Party @allianceparty.bsky.social · 15d

Our local pubs, cafes and restaurants are the beating heart of our communities, but too many of them are struggling to stay afloat.

That's why @sorchaeastwood.bsky.social has launched a petition to save them.

Sign it and help save your local 👇

petition.parliament.uk/petit...

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Kellie Armstrong MLA @kelmba.bsky.social · Oct 1

We have had a record number of cases this month, we are so glad to have helped so many people.

We are here to help, why not call us today?

Call Us: 028 9181 1414
Email us: [email protected]
Visit us: 14 South Street, Ards, BT23 4JT

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Alliance Party @allianceparty.bsky.social · Sep 23

Paramilitaries are a poison on our society.

The Secretary of State’s appointment of a “go-between” to negotiate with them risks legitimising their coercion and criminality.

It’s time they were off the backs of our community and out of the murky shadows of our politics.

Images of paramilitaries, fast cars, jet skis and money.

Text reads: Enough talking.

- Stop bankrolling them.
- Stop legitimising them.
- Make them disband.

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Alliance Party @allianceparty.bsky.social · Sep 30

Our motion calling on the Economy Minister to fix NI's skills gap has PASSED✅

Every young person deserves the chance to develop their skills, build a career, and have hope for a better future.

No young person or business should be held back because the system is broken.

Image of a student at a mechanic apprenticeship. Background is of a garage. Text reads: Lets fix the skills gap.

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Kellie Armstrong MLA @kelmba.bsky.social · Sep 23

Kellie Armstrong MLA, has welcomed action by courts to improve the situation for individuals being released from custody to prevent homelessness.

Read More:
www.allianceparty.org/armstrong_we...

Armstrong welcomes progress by Courts to help prevent homelessness

www.allianceparty.org

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Kellie Armstrong MLA @kelmba.bsky.social · Sep 16

Today I joined @trusselluk.bsky.social at their launch of the Trussell Hunger in the UK 2025 report and it's not just a warning. It is a call to action. Let us be the generation of leaders that refused to accept hunger in our society.
#Trusselltrust #trusselhunger #report #foodbank #hunger

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Kellie Armstrong MLA @kelmba.bsky.social · Sep 2

The High Court confirms Minister of Education Paul Givan has failed to deliver the requirements set down in the Integrated Education Act. Time is now for both Dept Education and the Education Authority to facilitate, encourage and support Integrated Education

Alliance Party @allianceparty.bsky.social · Sep 2

🚨🚨 𝗛𝗶𝗴𝗵 𝗖𝗼𝘂𝗿𝘁 𝗿𝘂𝗹𝗲𝘀 𝗗𝗲𝗽𝗮𝗿𝘁𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗼𝗳 𝗘𝗱𝘂𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗶𝗻 𝗯𝗿𝗲𝗮𝗰𝗵 𝗼𝗳 𝗔𝗹𝗹𝗶𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗲 𝗜𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗴𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗱 𝗘𝗱𝘂𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝗰𝘁

The court has found that the Department's strategy was in breach of the Integrated Education Act, as it did not include targets and measurable benchmarks in accordance with legislation.

Image of a gavel and court scales. Text reads: Breaking news - High Court rules Education Department has breached Integrated Education Act

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NI Assembly Library @assemblylibrary.bsky.social · Sep 1

Deposited Paper: Information provided by the Minister for Communities responding to @kelmba.bsky.social MLA detailing meetings with DoI and DoF regarding review and update of building standards, since the Climate Change Act (NI) 2022 was introduced. www.niassembly.gov.uk/globalassets...

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NI Assembly Library @assemblylibrary.bsky.social · Sep 1

Deposited Paper: Information provided by the Minister for Communities in response to @kelmba.bsky.social MLA detailing the number of (i) people; and (ii) households, who are (a) on the social housing waiting list; (1/2)

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Kellie Armstrong MLA @kelmba.bsky.social · Sep 1

Schools are back and so are the bugs! 😷
Check out this handy guide to find out when they should stay off, and when they can go back if they are well enough to do so. If your child is unwell and you have concerns about their symptoms you should speak to your GP.
#backtoschool @publichealthagencyni

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Alliance Party @allianceparty.bsky.social · Aug 21

We need to get real about the housing crisis, says @kelmba.bsky.social.

Read more here: www.allianceparty.org/we_nee...

We need to get real about the housing crisis, says Armstrong

www.allianceparty.org

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Kellie Armstrong MLA @kelmba.bsky.social · Aug 21

Today I had the privilege of attending @thebhf.bsky.social shop opening in Ards Shopping Center ❤️
The shop is absolutely fantastic and a credit to the team that made this all happen.
What an amazing addition to the Newtownards area!
#Newtownards #ards #Britishheartfoundation

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Kellie Armstrong MLA @kelmba.bsky.social · Aug 13

With Newtownards Post Office branch closure being announced the Post Office have launched a public consultation.

Share your views on their proposed solutions to the main branches future closure.
link below:

www.postofficeviews.co.uk/national-con...

Kellie Armstrong MLA @kelmba.bsky.social · Aug 6

I had the pleasure of attending @breastivalni #MoreThanMilk exhibition yesterday in Stormont. It was lovely to see so many happy babies in Stormont. Id love to see improved support for mums to feel safe and comfortable to breastfeed, sadly NI has one of the lowest rates in the UK

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Alliance Party @allianceparty.bsky.social · Jul 17

Fantastic news that the UK Government will now extend voting rights to 16 and 17-year-olds. 🗳️

Now it's time to ensure these changes will apply to the 2027 Assembly elections. 🏛️

Help us make it happen and join us today: www.allianceparty.org/become...

Image of Naomi Long, Eóin Tennyson and Paula Bradshaw walking alongside young people. Text reads: Let's have votes at 16 at the next Assembly election.

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Alliance Party @allianceparty.bsky.social · Jul 16

“The closure of a cross-community summer scheme due to sectarian views sends a clear message that NI needs to go a step further in its peace process," says @kelmba.bsky.social.

As a society, we should promote diversity among our children and teach them that their background shouldn't matter.

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Kellie Armstrong MLA @kelmba.bsky.social · Jul 16

'Its Language and attitudes that are taking things away from children...'
- Kellie Armstrong MLA speaks on the cancellation of a cross community sports camp.
#crosscommunity #Sports #sportscamp #children #northdown #strangfordmla #strangford #MLA #summer #workingforyou #leadingchange

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Alliance Party @allianceparty.bsky.social · Jul 2

Alliance continues to prioritise animal welfare. 🐶 🐈

That's why we're progressing the ban on import of pets like dogs with cropped ears and declawed cats.

Animal cruelty has no place in our society.

Image of a puppy in a cage. Text reads: We're banning imports of mutilated pets

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Alliance Party @allianceparty.bsky.social · Jul 7

Civic Forum can be a vital tool to engage society and shape policy, says @scdicksonmla.bsky.social.

Read more here: www.allianceparty.org/civic_...

Civic Forum can be a vital tool to engage society and shape policy, says Dickson

www.allianceparty.org

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Alliance Party @allianceparty.bsky.social · Jul 7

Paramilitaries are criminal gangs and shouldn't be negotiated with or offered incentives to stay out of our communities, says Nuala McAllister MLA.

The UK & Irish governments must remind these illegal groups that if they don't disband, they'll face the full consequences of the law.

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Kellie Armstrong MLA @kelmba.bsky.social · Jul 1

109 years ago The Battle of the Somme began. Today we remember those who paid the ultimate sacrifice ❤

We Will Remember Them

#Lestweforget #lestweforget2025 #Somme #battleofthesomme #Wewillrememberthem

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Kellie Armstrong MLA @kelmba.bsky.social · Jun 30

Ending violence against women and girls must be a priority for us all

My heart goes out to Sarah Montgomery’s family and loved ones, especially her children as they face an unimaginable loss.

If you have any info please assist the PSNI on 101 with reference number 865 28/06/25

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Kellie Armstrong MLA @kelmba.bsky.social · Jun 30

Kellie Armstrong MLA praises Ards Rangers Inclusion FC on their recent Inclusion Football Tournament in Newtownards.
#newtownards #inclusivefootball #inclusion #football #ards #ardsrangersfc #support #congratulations

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Kellie Armstrong MLA @kelmba.bsky.social · Jun 30

My sincere sympathies to the family and friends of Mr McClelland who sadly died in the crash on the #Portaferry Rd at the weekend.
Anyone who witnessed the collision or with dashcam which could assist the Collision Investigation Unit via 101, quoting ref number 762 29/06/25

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Age NI @age-ni.bsky.social · Jun 30

Huge thanks to @kelmba.bsky.social for encouraging participation in Age NI's #MyHospitalJourney survey.

Learn more and have your say here: www.ageni.org/myhospitaljourney

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