Belfast is a welcoming, inclusive and multicultural city for all. Proud to join thousands of people to celebrate our diversity and all those who help to make Belfast a better place. Hope will always triumph over hate, and Belfast will always say no to racism and intolerance.

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Confirmation tonight that Derry & Strabane City & Growth Deal WILL go ahead & deal signing hopefully take place as planned this week. I am continuing to press for the other deals, these are game-changers for regions across the north, creating jobs & boosting local economies.

I've spoken to the PSNI re a number of incidents in the Upp Falls & the Colin Area in recent nights I understand the PSNI are investigating these incidents, I’m asking people to be vigilant especially young people If you notice some thing suspicious please report to the PSNI

At Christmas time it’s important that we look after those who need it most. A total of 350 food hampers (1400 Christmas dinners) will be delivered across west Belfast by the family support hubs. A massive thank you to the owners of the Westwood Centre who for the last 7 1/2

Working with DFI to address residents health and safety concerns stemming from the condition of the footways throughout Creeslough. We are happy to report that Creeslough has now been added to the Department’s resurfacing programme, with work commencing early next week.

Today, alongside Orlaithi Flynn & Paul Maskey MP we met with the Department of Infrastructure & Translink to secure additional state of the art bus shelters for Suffolk & Glen Road. We also raised again the lack of infrastructure in Hannahstown particularly Glenmeen.

As First Minister, I’ve decided not to attend the White House events this year. The US President’s comments on forced expulsion of the Palestinian people of Gaza cannot be ignored. I will continue to engage with senior figures in the US for peace and economic growth. In the

Excellent afternoon spent with the residents of Hannahstown celebrating the 25 anniversary of the association and 20 years in their building. So many memories shared and great progress made as a community.

The Half Moon Lake really is a hidden gem within west belfast. Thanks to Arder Carson for organising a meeting with Belfast City Council officers to chat about investment & improvement of the lake. Hoping to see the enhancement of this site in the near future.

ST PATRICK'S DAY BIN COLLECTIONS ⬇️ All bin & Bryson Recycling collections are as normal on Mon 17 March. Recycling centres & amenity sites will also be open (except Palmerston Rd), but some offices & phonelines will be closed. All opening hours at ow.ly/bRie50VeKne

I contacted DFI Road service in relation to the pedestrian refuge Islands on the Glen Road and the poor visibility because of poor maintenance. This presents a very real danger to members of the public and road users alike. Im happy to report they will be cleaned.

Genocide is unfolding before our eyes. Babies in Gaza are being starved to death. Whole families are slaughtered by a genocidal, out-of-control Israeli regime. Yet it’s Kneecap, who are using their voice to expose this genocide, who face charges by British police. Outrageous!

Paul Maskey Órlaithí Flynn and Arder C Major plans to future proof the Half Moon Lake

The investment will maximise the potential for enhanced community outcomes, improving social connectivity, reducing isolation, increasing resilience and supporting good mental health.

Another 5G mast was destroyed in West Belfast yesterday. Those responsible are putting lives at risk and must be held accountable. Their actions are making it harder for people to contact doctors, emergency services and loved ones. It’s causing real harm, it needs to stop now.

We're delighted that Half Moon Lake has been awarded a Green Flag! 🌿 Massive thanks to Arder C for the brilliant work he’s done to help bring the area back to life, and to Friends of the Half Moon Lake, Men’s Shed, Belfast City Council, and all who care for the space.

Half Moon Lake will be closed today and tomorrow to carry out essential maintenance work as part of ongoing improvement efforts in the area.

Thousands marched along the Falls Road today to honour the ten brave men who laid down their lives for the freedom of their country. For them, we will do the work, we will walk the extra yards, we will write our nation's next chapter – Ireland, united and free.

Loyalist paramilitary threats to Belfast City Council facilities must be unequivocally opposed. Political leaders must unite in unequivocal opposition to these threats. Paramilitaries have no place in our society. These criminal gangs to disband and leave the stage completely.