Saturday, January 9, 2016

East Antrim is a staunchly unionist constituency - although its complexion has changed over time

In addition, he said many constituents had voiced “frustration” with the Alliance Party - “in particular Anna Lo’s declaration during the European election that she’s in favour of a united Ireland.” Asked what result he would consider a disappointment or failure, he said: “I’m not considering a failure...

Election 2015: East Antrim

It would be a remarkable feat for any Westminster candidate to oust election-hardened Ian Paisley Jr from his seat on May 7, given that it has been a Paisley stronghold for almost 50 years.  The 2015 Westminster election campaign in North...

Wednesday, December 9, 2015

Concurrent local elections

Concurrent local elections  it looks like local elections simultaneously in progress to make this democracy the better. but it is regrettable how not. For those of us who attend training outside the region could not contest the elections only...

Saturday, December 5, 2015

Police Constable Ronan Kerr

Police Constable Ronan Kerr - It is terribly sad that this week has ended with the callous murder of Police Constable Ronan Kerr. Our thoughts and prayers are with his family and friends. It reminds us all how some sections of Northern Ireland society, despite the obvious progress that has been made,...

Thursday, December 3, 2015

Seven Days, Working For Change in East Antrim

It is often said (too often!) that seven days is a long time in politics, and I have had a very interesting and eventful week. I took in a hockey match between Greenisland and Carrick, witnessed a Greenisland win largely down to one star player...

Saturday, November 28, 2015

Whitehead and Rain !

I don't mind the rain, and I certainly didn't mind the occasional rain it Whitehead on Saturday. It was nice to see some very familiar faces, and it was nice to make some new acquaintances too! It was clear to me talking to people in Whitehead that...

Sunday, November 22, 2015

Cameron Won The Debate On The Economy

Come on Working For Change in East Antrim, See my reaction to the final Leaders' debate on the BBC website David Cameron was the clear winner to me. He highlighted that in terms of supporting small and medium sized businesses he would set...