Belfast City Council have this week opened a public vote to name the new road leading to the Olympia Leisure Centre. I’ve proposed that the road is named for local …
More cuts to our health service.
Over 100 days have passed since the DUP boldly announced that in exchange for propping up Teresa May’s failing government, £250million would be delivered for our health service. But not …
Support Our Schools
As a father of three young girls I place a huge importance on their education and when I recently received a letter home from their Principal saying that their school …
Lyons calls on parties to clarify position on paramilitary flags.
SDLP Balmoral Councillor Donal Lyons has condemned the recent erection of UDA flags across areas of south Belfast and has called for their immediate removal. He said: “Once again and …
Residents consultation on the future of Strangford Avenue Playing fields
View PostRoadworks on Finaghy Road North
As you may be aware from recent media reports a £180,000 carriageway resurfacing scheme on Finaghy Road North is due to commence on Sunday 7 May 2017. This resurfacing project …
Lisburn Road Library
I’m pleased to report that the ongoing refurbishment of Lisburn Road Library is on schedule and is due to reopen later in the summer. The plans for the Library include …
Remembering Mary O’Malley
Today marks 11 years since the passing of former Belfast City Councillor and founder of the Lyric Theatre Mary O’Malley. Mary, a long term resident of Derryvolgie Avenue had moved …
A partnership between Credit Unions and Belfast City Council could make £100 million available for social investment
I’m delighted to support this initiative from my Council and SDLP colleague Cllr Tim Attwood. This is a real opportuinity that could open up a new approach to socially responsible …
Autumn Leaves and November rain
Mature trees are one of the most attractive aspects of South Belfast life but fallen leaves, particularly after rain, can be slippery and dangerous. Council actually does not have responsibility …