The Latest Breaking News from John Finucane

Future bleak if protocol Bill not passed, says DUP’s Edwin Poots

Sinn Fein MP John Finucane branded the Bill ‘shameful’ and said it will mean ‘more instability’ for the region.

The Independent UK · Jun 27, 2022

Stormont latest: US Government and Secretary of State call for Executive to be formed

"Critical and immediate challenges concerning the economy, health, and education are best addressed through the collective efforts of a devolved government"

Belfast Live · May 8, 2022

DUP leader urged to nominate deputy first minister to restore executive

Secretary of State Brandon Lewis is set to meet with the leaders of the Stormont parties on Monday.

The Independent UK · May 8, 2022

Minister Simon Coveney taken to 'secure location' after security threat at Belfast event

It is understood that a 'hijacked van' was driven to the site when the alert was raised

Dublin Live · Mar 25, 2022

North Belfast security alert: Latest details as Irish Minister Simon Coveney taken to 'safe space'

The Crumlin Road remains closed and motorists are advised to avoid the area

Belfast Live · Mar 25, 2022

Euro 2028: Stormont Minister says Northern Ireland cannot currently support bid to host tournament

"I’m astounded to hear Minister Lyons openly state that his party’s refusal to get back into the Executive is costing us jobs and investment and holding us back from hosting this prestigious football tournament"

Belfast Live · Mar 25, 2022

Irish foreign minister Simon Coveney taken off stage at Belfast peace event after security alert

The incident, believed to centre around a hijacked van, was rapidly condemned by politicians in Northern Ireland

The Independent UK · Mar 25, 2022

Northern Ireland unable to back Euro 2028 bid currently, says Stormont minister

Gordon Lyons said a lack of a functioning powersharing Executive in Belfast means ministers cannot give ‘in principle’ support to the joint bid.

The Independent UK · Mar 25, 2022