Happy birthday everyone! We’re 180 today. In 1845, Queen’s College Belfast was founded by Queen Victoria, alongside our sister colleges in Cork and Galway. By 1849, we had 3 administration staff, 20 professors and 195 students. In 1908, Queen's College Belfast became Queen's

Getting stuff done. Alliance delivery April-June 25 # £500k for anti-racism project # £750k for street cleansing in city centre & arterial routes # extended Sunday trading hours plan for 26 # blocked planned overdevelopmemt of old Homebase site with residents & other reps

Whilst some choose to mimic Trump and Farage by debasing the science and evidence around Lough Neagh, I will respect our scientists and seek to take the tough decisions needed to actually deal with the crisis. Inconvenient truths have been ignored for too long.

The way my colleague Cllr Jenna Maghie has been subjected to totally disrespectful comments by some in the DUP, whilst trying to highlight her lived experience, as she discussed Council byelaws & imagery is a disgrace. Another year, same old crap

Talking to Nuala McAllister MLA the way the internet talks to us

Nature is for all of us, but sadly, the warning signs in NI have been visible for decades 🚨 Minister Andrew Muir MLA is determined to change that, but we all have a part to play.  That's why he is asking for your views on our first Nature Recovery Strategy🌱 Link below:

We've scrapped Edwin Poots’ cap on pollution penalties. Alliance has put in place a fair system that rewards responsible farmers and holds rule-breakers to account. That’s better for Lough Neagh, our environment and our farming community.

Today we remember the 6 million Jewish people and other victims murdered by the Nazis. Although 1945 may seem long ago, we still see the echoes of fascism across the globe. Intolerance must be challenged on every occasion to ensure the atrocities of the past don't happen again.

A win for Balmoral! Finally 02 cleaned up the graffiti on their cabinets at Stranmillis / Malone Road near the Inst playing fields - I had to chase this 4 times but at last it’s done

*TOWN HALL MEETING TONIGHT* Keeping children& young people safe in a world of AI @ 7pm,BelfastYMCA AI & online safety is an issue which keeps being raised with elected reps, so we’re making space to hear from young people & you - parents, teachers etc -to discuss your concerns.

Diversion on the Milltown Road this weekend and for the next 3 as well - I had to detour via Hillhall Rd to meet up with my mum so plan your journey ahead!

Graffiti removal on the Malone Rd today - near the Balmoral Road junction

Graffiti removal on the Malone Rd today - near the Balmoral Road junction

Graffiti removal on the Malone Rd today - near the Balmoral Road junction

More graffiti removal from the weekend

More graffiti removal from last weekend. Thanks to South Belfast PCSP for the graffiti removal kit

There’s a nasty pothole at the Dub Lane shop lights as you are heading into Belfast - I’ve reported it to DfI for an urgent repair but it could damage tyres so please take care if you’re going that way. I’ve also reported the blocked gullies at the lights

I understand politics can be personal, but this is beyond disgusting. This is messages I have recieved from a Sinn Fein supporter - modern day democracy still isn’t safe.

In council on Monday night I asked that the decision on the pitch in Botanic Park be paused until the impact on the Upsurge project had been fully considered - I’d like to emphasise that my concerns would be the same regardless of the sport proposed for the site

The Number 1 complaint I get is about the need for better street cleansing, especially in the city centre. Alliance is delighted that we have delivered £750k for more equipment and staff to tackle the grimy footpaths and unwanted graffiti in the city centre and arterial routes