John Blair

@JohnBlairMLA

Alliance Party MLA - South Antrim

Joined July 2018
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  1. 8 hours ago

    Minister for Health Robin Swann MLA: Provide Carers in NI with the promised COVID Payment - Sign the Petition! via

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    24 hours ago

    I would like to thank all our healthcare workers for their dedication and professionalism over the last year. I would also encourage anyone looking for a challenging and rewarding career to consider Nursing. I’m glad I did! (on a nightshift so it’s still !)

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    May 12

    I am hugely grateful to all our nurses for their heroic efforts this year on ! 👩‍⚕️ 🙏 I hope that shows its support with swifter action on proper banding for nurses and the introduction of safe staffing legislation.

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  4. May 12

    Horrifying but sadly not surprising that new survey shows during lockdown, 1 in 5 women experienced public harassment whilst exercising. This is everyone’s problem – a collective change needs to happen so women can begin to feel safe in public spaces.

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  5. May 12

    . coverage of improved cycle and walk ways in , welcome of this from myself and and how this fits with Green New Deal strategy. Greener ways of travelling promoted in Newtownabbey

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    May 12

    Congratulations & , who have been shortlisted for three awards at the Awards 2021!

    THE SHORTLIST IS UP! We're just unveiled the amazing projects shortlisted for the A&BNI 2021 Awards, in partnership with Forestside. Check the shortlist: Book now to join us for our free digital Awards night on 17th June:
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    May 12

    The Secretary of State will now be making a statement to Parliament on Thursday morning. It would send a terrible message if an apology for the families is not forthcoming.

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    There are growing calls for the UK government to formally apologise to the relatives of those killed in the Ballymurphy shootings in August 1971. Yesterday, an inquest found that the ten people shot dead during an Army operation were entirely innocent.
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    May 12

    He negotiated the deal which includes the protocol. If it isn't sustainable in its current form, maybe he should focus on getting round the table with the EU and negotiating practical improvements, such as a full veterinary agreement, rather than meeting with the LCC.

    NI Protocol 'not sustainable' in current form - Frost via
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    May 12

    A tree planting ceremony was held today at Antrim Area Hospital in recognition of the International Year of the Nurse and Midwife 2020-2021 🌱🌈 Thank you to all our Midwives & Nurses within NHSCT for your hard work & dedication, particularly over the past year

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    May 12

    Indulging my passion for renewables, innovation and technology on a visit to Renewable Energy Devices Limited (RED) in Portadown. Inspired by Dr Jason Cassells business, the innovative heat pumps and the considerable growth potential for this renewable heating system.

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  11. May 12

    Understandable frustration at apparent political boycott of crucial NSMC meetings. GFA commitments and issues affecting our agri sector do not become less important during a DUP huff.

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    North-South Ministerial Council meetings are a key part of the & play an vital role in dealing with issues that impact everyone on this island particularly post & as we exit restrictions. News that another meeting will not go ahead today is maddening
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  12. May 12

    Full support to following this latest vile threat. Anyone with information about this sinister activity should report to police immediately. I'm asking, via , for an update on how these threats against individuals and their families are being pursued

    Call for action after sick threats made to NI journalist’s child - Amnesty International has called on the PSNI to hold to account those responsible for making threats against the young son of a Northern Ireland journalist
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    May 11

    With this being mental health awareness week, happy to promote charity with fellow Mental Health Champion is a leading mental health charity in NI. For practical tips & resources please visit...

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  14. May 11

    Paying a tribute in Assembly Chamber, following the clarification of innocence of Ballymurphy victims, to the families on the vindication of their campaign. Thinking of them.

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    May 11

    . rural affairs spokesman speaking to on the need for action to prevent further destruction following the devastating fires at the Mournes. More:

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  16. May 11

    Pleased to see coverage of in this week. Local forests such as Tardree and Randalstown, visited with colleague Cllr Glenn Finlay, play a significant role in helping to reduce carbon emissions More here: .

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    May 11

    Northern Health and Social Care Trust create Northern Ireland’s first hospital Accessibility Guides. We are thrilled to launch this landmark partnership with . We've created Detailed Access Guides for Antrim Area and Causeway Hospitals.

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  18. May 11

    Pleased that the UK Gov has today outlined plans to ban conversion therapy. I was honoured to sign an open letter, along with & others, to Minister Liz Truss, calling for urgent action to outlaw the harmful practice. More progress still required locally.

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  19. May 11

    Commitments in will assist farmers to diversify through programmes such as . Raising the matter in the Chamber today, I asked Minister to outline planned investment to enhance diversification opportunities and learning.

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    May 11

    With around 25,000 farms in Northern Ireland, most of which are small and family-run, it is important we support our farmers to transition to sustainable farming systems. Speaking on the Climate Change Bill, this is what had to say.👇

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