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Most unionists see it as thugs attacking police

Posted By: April 02, 2016

How Unionist leaders deal with Protestant violence—a historic, consistent double standard.Newton Emerson. Irish News (Belfast). Saturday, April 2, 2016Every unionist leader must deal with the clash between loyalist street politics and the rule of law – and thanks to the marching season, they can count on having to deal with it annually. Peter Robinson, who never cared much for the “loyal […]

PSNI chief constable wants ‘more Catholic officers’

Posted By: April 02, 2016

Irish News (Belfast). Saturday, April 2016 Chief Constable, George Hamilton, says he would like to see Catholic police officers making up half of the Police Service of Northern Ireland (PSNI).He was speaking at the 100th passing out parade of new officers at Garnerville on Friday.Mr Hamilton said: “We want the police service to be as representative as it […]

Sinn Féin looks destined for perpetual oppositio

Posted By: April 02, 2016

Patrick Murphy. Irish News (Belfast). Saturday, April 2, 2016Although the post-election negotiations in Dublin are aimed at forming a government there, the outcome could also influence the composition of the next assembly in Belfast. The common denominator is Sinn Féin.If Sinn Féin were to enter a Dublin coalition before the assembly election on May 5, it would significantly increase its northern support, particularly following […]

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