The Latest Breaking News from UUP

Integrated education: Stormont passes Bill after UUP refuses to back petition of concern

The private members' Bill passed despite a warning it would have "far-reaching" consequences for the education system

Belfast Live · Mar 9, 2022

Assembly passes integrated education Bill after UUP refuses to back petition of concern

DUP Education Minister Michelle McIlveen that the Bill would have ‘far-reaching’ consequences for the education system.

The Independent UK · Mar 9, 2022

Brendan Hughes: Alliance seeks to expose UUP weaknesses as election draws nearer

Some have questioned whether Alliance's performance could be hampered by a resurgent UUP under new leader Doug Beattie

Belfast Live · Mar 5, 2022

Ards and North Down Council play parks move sparks row

Councillor says DUP trying to "kick it past the election"

Belfast Live · Feb 28, 2022

UUP leader says it was ‘clear’ Sir Jeffrey meeting was about switching parties

Doug Beattie said he has texts of his exchanges with Sir Jeffrey and added that he would act to protect his integrity if challenged.

The Independent UK · Feb 28, 2022

UUP leader Doug Beattie says meeting with Jeffrey Donaldson was about DUP MP switching parties

It was claimed that a "top secret" meeting was held at an Army barracks with talks lasting more than 90 minutes

Belfast Live · Feb 28, 2022

UUP leader says Donaldson meeting was to discuss switching parties

The DUP leader has denied claims that he considered rejoining the UUP.

The Independent UK · Feb 28, 2022

DUP MP criticises claims Sir Jeffrey Donaldson considered UUP switch

Earlier this week, DUP leader Sir Jeffrey said he would make no apology for engaging with other unionists.

Belfast Live · Feb 27, 2022

MP criticises claims Sir Jeffrey Donaldson considered UUP switch

East Belfast DUP MP Gavin Robinson said on Sunday he first became aware of the story earlier this week.

The Independent UK · Feb 27, 2022

Brendan Hughes: Who is briefing against the DUP's Sir Jeffrey Donaldson?

The main question is who is briefing against Sir Jeffrey Donaldson?

Belfast Live · Feb 26, 2022