The document is the manifesto of the Democratic Unionist Party (DUP) for the 2014 European and local government elections in Northern Ireland.
The DUP believes Northern Ireland's relationship with the EU needs to change, with less power and sovereignty transferred from the UK to Brussels. They advocate changing the UK's relationship with the EU to prioritize trade over integration. The DUP also supports holding a referendum on EU membership by the end of 2016.
The DUP MEP Diane Dodds fights for Northern Ireland's interests in Europe. She has highlighted the high costs of the EU to taxpayers and pushed for greater transparency, accountability and value for money. The DUP will continue opposing waste and inefficiency in the EU.
Generation why us: tax break could change livesdonations
The document discusses how a tax break could change lives for Generation Y. It provides a link for current financial planning and tax job listings at http://tax-deductible-donations.com/jobs. The title and URL suggest the content is about how tax deductions or breaks could benefit the lives of people in Generation Y.
One of the first party manifestoes released for the Local Government elections in 2014, and one of the first dedicated to the newly enlarged Dublin council.
The document discusses key events in the civil rights movement in the United States, including Brown v. Board of Education, integration efforts in Little Rock, Arkansas, and the Montgomery Bus Boycott. Brown v. Board of Education was a 1954 Supreme Court case that ruled segregation in public schools to be unconstitutional. In 1957, federal troops were sent to Little Rock to protect nine black students attempting to integrate a white school, facing resistance from the governor. The Montgomery Bus Boycott protested the city's policy of racial segregation on buses, led by Martin Luther King Jr. and ending with a Supreme Court ruling declaring the bus laws illegal.
This document outlines the requirements for a final academic writing assignment, including:
1) A paper format with sections like an index, abstract, chapters 1-5, conclusion and bibliography following APA style.
2) The introduction and conclusion sections should each be 1 page and reference the research objectives and question.
3) Groups will do a 20 minute presentation on their paper in a digital format like Prezi or PowerPoint.
Review: Hidden History Below Our Feet: The Archaeological Story of BelfastRobert M Chapple
This book provides a concise summary of the archaeological history of Belfast from prehistoric times to the present day. It is divided into 5 chronological chapters, each beginning with a map and site inventory and exploring what archaeological excavations have revealed about settlements, burials, and material culture during that time period. Engaging illustrations bring the landscapes and sites to life. While more excavations could be published, this volume successfully synthesizes existing research into a single accessible resource. It informs both professionals and amateurs while avoiding oversimplification.
Generation why us: tax break could change livesdonations
The document discusses how a tax break could change lives for Generation Y. It provides a link for current financial planning and tax job listings at http://tax-deductible-donations.com/jobs. The title and URL suggest the content is about how tax deductions or breaks could benefit the lives of people in Generation Y.
One of the first party manifestoes released for the Local Government elections in 2014, and one of the first dedicated to the newly enlarged Dublin council.
The document discusses key events in the civil rights movement in the United States, including Brown v. Board of Education, integration efforts in Little Rock, Arkansas, and the Montgomery Bus Boycott. Brown v. Board of Education was a 1954 Supreme Court case that ruled segregation in public schools to be unconstitutional. In 1957, federal troops were sent to Little Rock to protect nine black students attempting to integrate a white school, facing resistance from the governor. The Montgomery Bus Boycott protested the city's policy of racial segregation on buses, led by Martin Luther King Jr. and ending with a Supreme Court ruling declaring the bus laws illegal.
This document outlines the requirements for a final academic writing assignment, including:
1) A paper format with sections like an index, abstract, chapters 1-5, conclusion and bibliography following APA style.
2) The introduction and conclusion sections should each be 1 page and reference the research objectives and question.
3) Groups will do a 20 minute presentation on their paper in a digital format like Prezi or PowerPoint.
Review: Hidden History Below Our Feet: The Archaeological Story of BelfastRobert M Chapple
This book provides a concise summary of the archaeological history of Belfast from prehistoric times to the present day. It is divided into 5 chronological chapters, each beginning with a map and site inventory and exploring what archaeological excavations have revealed about settlements, burials, and material culture during that time period. Engaging illustrations bring the landscapes and sites to life. While more excavations could be published, this volume successfully synthesizes existing research into a single accessible resource. It informs both professionals and amateurs while avoiding oversimplification.
Grosvenor Grammar School is a co-educational, inter-denominational school in East Belfast established in 1945 that currently has 1088 pupils and 73 teachers. The school offers a wide range of subjects including modern languages, art, history, media studies, music, English, mathematics, geography, technology, business studies, ICT, LLW, politics, religious studies, chemistry, physics, and biology. It has received specialist school status for languages and international awards recognizing its community and international engagement.
This document summarizes the progress that has been made with the power-sharing government in Northern Ireland since the Stormont Assembly was established in 1998. It notes that mandatory coalitions are difficult, but the current arrangement has concentrated minds. While there have been frustrations and 150 days of deadlock, the mutual veto system has prevailed and committees have shown independence. Overall, the document concludes that the St Andrews Agreement strengthened the governing body and increased accountability, but that the system remains conservative with more work still needed to be done to further develop a working democracy.
The document outlines a vision and plan to make Belfast a great city again by making it a lower tax city, a growing city, a working city, a family city, and a safer city. Specific policies and advocacy positions are proposed in each area, such as freezing rates, expanding apprenticeship programs, developing family-friendly policies, and tackling anti-social behavior and crime. The overall goal is to utilize Belfast's talents and potential to create a thriving capital city that contributes to a successful United Kingdom.
This document discusses the changing political landscape in the UK and other countries. It notes that voters have become less predictable and more populist as traditional political parties and media lose influence. Establishment elites also fear accountability and struggle to communicate a clear vision, instead exaggerating fears. This volatility is a response to loss of agency and over-complication in democracy that has led politicians to abandon policy substance for populist appeals.
Three Sides Live | Professor Etienne Rynne Lectures | October 1994 | Part IRobert M Chapple
In this lecture, Professor Etienne Rynne discusses three famous pieces of Irish medieval metalwork: the Tara Brooch, the Ardagh Chalice, and items from the Derrynaflan hoard. He provides detailed descriptions of the construction techniques and artistic elements of each piece. Rynne notes his unique insight into the Ardagh Chalice from observing its disassembly and restoration. While praising the intricate craftsmanship of the Tara Brooch and Ardagh Chalice, he is critical of the quality of the items from the Derrynaflan hoard in comparison. The lecture highlights Rynne's expertise in early Christian metalwork and enthusiasm for sharing his knowledge.
Update on Drumclay Crannog Report | response from Prof. Gabriel CooneyRobert M Chapple
Prof. Cooney responded to Robert Chapple's inquiry about the status of the report on the Drumclay crannog excavation. Cooney apologized for the delay and informed Chapple that the report had been submitted to Minister Mark H. Durkan. Cooney's understanding from a recent meeting was that the full report would be released shortly. However, Cooney did not provide any details about the findings or conclusions of the report. Chapple has also written to Minister Durkan and is awaiting a response on when the report will be made public.
This document is Sinn Féin's manifesto for the 2014 European Parliament election. It outlines Sinn Féin's positions on key issues in Europe and commitments if elected to the European Parliament. Some of the main points made in the manifesto include:
- Opposing austerity policies and arguing for an investment-led approach to stimulate jobs and growth.
- Campaigning for a definitive breaking of the link between sovereign and banking debt.
- Pushing for EU-wide banking regulation and ensuring the financial sector pays its fair share towards resolving the crisis.
- Advocating for increased EU support for investment to reduce high unemployment across Europe.
- Calling for a return of certain powers
This document discusses the impact of mass media on executive leadership in contemporary democracies. While political research on media issues remains limited compared to other areas, it is widely acknowledged that understanding modern politics requires considering the influence of mass media. The document notes that most research has focused on how media have increased the power of governments and chief executives, but effects on leadership have received little attention. It argues for a comparative perspective to better understand the fundamental relationship between governments, leaders, and media in established democracies.
Stratified Desks | Stratified Minds | An archaeological Survey | 100th blog postRobert M Chapple
This document summarizes Robert Chapple's blog post about photographing archaeologists' desks as they are to provide a glimpse into their workspaces and lives. Chapple was inspired by a photo of Albert Einstein's desk taken on the day of his death. He asked archaeologists and others to photograph their desks as-is in one snapshot without cleaning up. Over 30 people from various countries responded quickly with photos of their messy, cluttered, and organized desks, giving insights into their work and personalities. Chapple compiled the photos and background information on each contributor in his survey of archaeological desks.
THE IRISH BORDER QUESTION: CAN THE UNION SURVIVE?Slugger Consults
1) Constitutional change in Northern Ireland is challenging as changing a status that has been in place for 100 years is difficult.
2) Unionism and nationalism are shrinking as those who are neither, estimated at around 20%, now outnumber those committed to either side.
3) Demographic arguments alone will not work as the goal should be uniting all people on the island, not pursuing tribal dominance. Positive actions are needed over demanding immediate constitutional change.
Stormont's collapse has a problematic cultural baseSlugger Consults
An overview of Northern Ireland's political impasse presented to CIPFA's conference on Innovation in Northern Ireland in October 2017.
It identifies diverging levels of resilience between the two most senior Unionist and Nationalist parties in Northern Ireland as a key block to a sustainable restart of powersharing democracy.
Election to Nowhere - Review of Pretext and Outcomes of NI Assembly Election...Slugger Consults
The Northern Ireland Assembly election resulted in losses for the major parties and a nationalist turnout advantage. Sinn Fein had an impressive win that increased their vote share by almost 4%, narrowing the gap with the DUP, while the UUP suffered major losses. The rigid power-sharing system requires cooperation between Sinn Fein and the DUP to form a government, but after betraying trust, it is unclear if they have any basis for negotiations going forward.
Slides captured from an all island survey on social and political attitudes towards a range of identity, social and political issues jointly broadcast on RTE and BBCNI on 4th November 2015.
Survey work conducted by Behaviour and Attitudes: http://goo.gl/cWpDBb
This document is a redacted phase 1 report on Irish Water that recommends establishing a water utility company with responsibility for water services infrastructure, customer billing, and charging. It assessed the current model provided by local authorities, reviewed international models, received stakeholder input, and evaluated potential operating models. The recommended model establishes a regulated water company self-funded through customer charges that is responsible for operations, maintenance, investment and customer service, while local authorities could retain some responsibilities. The report also addresses regulatory issues, the potential role of an existing state agency, financial analysis, and transition considerations.
Gerry Adams was cross examined about his knowledge of allegations of sexual abuse made by his niece against his brother in 1987. The lawyer questioned whether Adams knew about the full details of the allegations at the time, including rape and oral sex. Adams said he was unaware of those specific allegations until 2007 when speaking to police. He maintained that he told his brother's partner about "serious sexual interference" but could not recall the location or timing of this conversation. The lawyer cast doubt on Adams' recollection of events.
A presentation given to the Institute of Medicine's Non Violence Forum, on the role and potential role of helping build a robust democracy in post conflict Northern Ireland.
The long peace: The future of Unionism in Northern IrelandSlugger Consults
By Mick Fealty, Trevor Ringland and David Steven. Published in May 2003. A short pamphlet based on a tranche of qualitative research into the challenges facing Unionism and how they might rise to them.
It was funded by the Rowntree Charitable Trust.
13062024_First India Newspaper Jaipur.pdfFIRST INDIA
Find Latest India News and Breaking News these days from India on Politics, Business, Entertainment, Technology, Sports, Lifestyle and Coronavirus News in India and the world over that you can't miss. For real time update Visit our social media handle. Read First India NewsPaper in your morning replace. Visit First India.
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केरल उच्च न्यायालय ने 11 जून, 2024 को मंडला पूजा में भाग लेने की अनुमति मांगने वाली 10 वर्षीय लड़की की रिट याचिका को खारिज कर दिया, जिसमें सर्वोच्च न्यायालय की एक बड़ी पीठ के समक्ष इस मुद्दे की लंबित प्रकृति पर जोर दिया गया। यह आदेश न्यायमूर्ति अनिल के. नरेंद्रन और न्यायमूर्ति हरिशंकर वी. मेनन की खंडपीठ द्वारा पारित किया गया
Youngest c m in India- Pema Khandu BiographyVoterMood
Pema Khandu, born on August 21, 1979, is an Indian politician and the Chief Minister of Arunachal Pradesh. He is the son of former Chief Minister of Arunachal Pradesh, Dorjee Khandu. Pema Khandu assumed office as the Chief Minister in July 2016, making him one of the youngest Chief Ministers in India at that time.
Grosvenor Grammar School is a co-educational, inter-denominational school in East Belfast established in 1945 that currently has 1088 pupils and 73 teachers. The school offers a wide range of subjects including modern languages, art, history, media studies, music, English, mathematics, geography, technology, business studies, ICT, LLW, politics, religious studies, chemistry, physics, and biology. It has received specialist school status for languages and international awards recognizing its community and international engagement.
This document summarizes the progress that has been made with the power-sharing government in Northern Ireland since the Stormont Assembly was established in 1998. It notes that mandatory coalitions are difficult, but the current arrangement has concentrated minds. While there have been frustrations and 150 days of deadlock, the mutual veto system has prevailed and committees have shown independence. Overall, the document concludes that the St Andrews Agreement strengthened the governing body and increased accountability, but that the system remains conservative with more work still needed to be done to further develop a working democracy.
The document outlines a vision and plan to make Belfast a great city again by making it a lower tax city, a growing city, a working city, a family city, and a safer city. Specific policies and advocacy positions are proposed in each area, such as freezing rates, expanding apprenticeship programs, developing family-friendly policies, and tackling anti-social behavior and crime. The overall goal is to utilize Belfast's talents and potential to create a thriving capital city that contributes to a successful United Kingdom.
This document discusses the changing political landscape in the UK and other countries. It notes that voters have become less predictable and more populist as traditional political parties and media lose influence. Establishment elites also fear accountability and struggle to communicate a clear vision, instead exaggerating fears. This volatility is a response to loss of agency and over-complication in democracy that has led politicians to abandon policy substance for populist appeals.
Three Sides Live | Professor Etienne Rynne Lectures | October 1994 | Part IRobert M Chapple
In this lecture, Professor Etienne Rynne discusses three famous pieces of Irish medieval metalwork: the Tara Brooch, the Ardagh Chalice, and items from the Derrynaflan hoard. He provides detailed descriptions of the construction techniques and artistic elements of each piece. Rynne notes his unique insight into the Ardagh Chalice from observing its disassembly and restoration. While praising the intricate craftsmanship of the Tara Brooch and Ardagh Chalice, he is critical of the quality of the items from the Derrynaflan hoard in comparison. The lecture highlights Rynne's expertise in early Christian metalwork and enthusiasm for sharing his knowledge.
Update on Drumclay Crannog Report | response from Prof. Gabriel CooneyRobert M Chapple
Prof. Cooney responded to Robert Chapple's inquiry about the status of the report on the Drumclay crannog excavation. Cooney apologized for the delay and informed Chapple that the report had been submitted to Minister Mark H. Durkan. Cooney's understanding from a recent meeting was that the full report would be released shortly. However, Cooney did not provide any details about the findings or conclusions of the report. Chapple has also written to Minister Durkan and is awaiting a response on when the report will be made public.
This document is Sinn Féin's manifesto for the 2014 European Parliament election. It outlines Sinn Féin's positions on key issues in Europe and commitments if elected to the European Parliament. Some of the main points made in the manifesto include:
- Opposing austerity policies and arguing for an investment-led approach to stimulate jobs and growth.
- Campaigning for a definitive breaking of the link between sovereign and banking debt.
- Pushing for EU-wide banking regulation and ensuring the financial sector pays its fair share towards resolving the crisis.
- Advocating for increased EU support for investment to reduce high unemployment across Europe.
- Calling for a return of certain powers
This document discusses the impact of mass media on executive leadership in contemporary democracies. While political research on media issues remains limited compared to other areas, it is widely acknowledged that understanding modern politics requires considering the influence of mass media. The document notes that most research has focused on how media have increased the power of governments and chief executives, but effects on leadership have received little attention. It argues for a comparative perspective to better understand the fundamental relationship between governments, leaders, and media in established democracies.
Stratified Desks | Stratified Minds | An archaeological Survey | 100th blog postRobert M Chapple
This document summarizes Robert Chapple's blog post about photographing archaeologists' desks as they are to provide a glimpse into their workspaces and lives. Chapple was inspired by a photo of Albert Einstein's desk taken on the day of his death. He asked archaeologists and others to photograph their desks as-is in one snapshot without cleaning up. Over 30 people from various countries responded quickly with photos of their messy, cluttered, and organized desks, giving insights into their work and personalities. Chapple compiled the photos and background information on each contributor in his survey of archaeological desks.
THE IRISH BORDER QUESTION: CAN THE UNION SURVIVE?Slugger Consults
1) Constitutional change in Northern Ireland is challenging as changing a status that has been in place for 100 years is difficult.
2) Unionism and nationalism are shrinking as those who are neither, estimated at around 20%, now outnumber those committed to either side.
3) Demographic arguments alone will not work as the goal should be uniting all people on the island, not pursuing tribal dominance. Positive actions are needed over demanding immediate constitutional change.
Stormont's collapse has a problematic cultural baseSlugger Consults
An overview of Northern Ireland's political impasse presented to CIPFA's conference on Innovation in Northern Ireland in October 2017.
It identifies diverging levels of resilience between the two most senior Unionist and Nationalist parties in Northern Ireland as a key block to a sustainable restart of powersharing democracy.
Election to Nowhere - Review of Pretext and Outcomes of NI Assembly Election...Slugger Consults
The Northern Ireland Assembly election resulted in losses for the major parties and a nationalist turnout advantage. Sinn Fein had an impressive win that increased their vote share by almost 4%, narrowing the gap with the DUP, while the UUP suffered major losses. The rigid power-sharing system requires cooperation between Sinn Fein and the DUP to form a government, but after betraying trust, it is unclear if they have any basis for negotiations going forward.
Slides captured from an all island survey on social and political attitudes towards a range of identity, social and political issues jointly broadcast on RTE and BBCNI on 4th November 2015.
Survey work conducted by Behaviour and Attitudes: http://goo.gl/cWpDBb
This document is a redacted phase 1 report on Irish Water that recommends establishing a water utility company with responsibility for water services infrastructure, customer billing, and charging. It assessed the current model provided by local authorities, reviewed international models, received stakeholder input, and evaluated potential operating models. The recommended model establishes a regulated water company self-funded through customer charges that is responsible for operations, maintenance, investment and customer service, while local authorities could retain some responsibilities. The report also addresses regulatory issues, the potential role of an existing state agency, financial analysis, and transition considerations.
Gerry Adams was cross examined about his knowledge of allegations of sexual abuse made by his niece against his brother in 1987. The lawyer questioned whether Adams knew about the full details of the allegations at the time, including rape and oral sex. Adams said he was unaware of those specific allegations until 2007 when speaking to police. He maintained that he told his brother's partner about "serious sexual interference" but could not recall the location or timing of this conversation. The lawyer cast doubt on Adams' recollection of events.
A presentation given to the Institute of Medicine's Non Violence Forum, on the role and potential role of helping build a robust democracy in post conflict Northern Ireland.
The long peace: The future of Unionism in Northern IrelandSlugger Consults
By Mick Fealty, Trevor Ringland and David Steven. Published in May 2003. A short pamphlet based on a tranche of qualitative research into the challenges facing Unionism and how they might rise to them.
It was funded by the Rowntree Charitable Trust.
13062024_First India Newspaper Jaipur.pdfFIRST INDIA
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केरल उच्च न्यायालय ने 11 जून, 2024 को मंडला पूजा में भाग लेने की अनुमति मांगने वाली 10 वर्षीय लड़की की रिट याचिका को खारिज कर दिया, जिसमें सर्वोच्च न्यायालय की एक बड़ी पीठ के समक्ष इस मुद्दे की लंबित प्रकृति पर जोर दिया गया। यह आदेश न्यायमूर्ति अनिल के. नरेंद्रन और न्यायमूर्ति हरिशंकर वी. मेनन की खंडपीठ द्वारा पारित किया गया
Youngest c m in India- Pema Khandu BiographyVoterMood
Pema Khandu, born on August 21, 1979, is an Indian politician and the Chief Minister of Arunachal Pradesh. He is the son of former Chief Minister of Arunachal Pradesh, Dorjee Khandu. Pema Khandu assumed office as the Chief Minister in July 2016, making him one of the youngest Chief Ministers in India at that time.
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4. 4
Message from DUP Party Leader
Rt. Hon. Peter Robinson MLA
Forjustover40yearsourrelationshipwithEuropehas
beenconstantlychanging.Moreandmorepowerand
authorityhasbeentransferredfromtheUKtoBrussels,
yettheBritishpeoplehavenotbeengivenasaysince
1975.ItistimetheBritishpeoplewereallowedtovoice
theiropiniononwhattypeofrelationshipwehavewith
theEuropeanUnion.ThatiswhytheDUPandourMEP
DianeDoddshavecampaignedforareferendum.Avote
forDianeisavoteforchange.
WhiletheDUPadvocateschangeinEurope,thiselection
marksthestartofanewerainlocalgovernment.The
implementationofnewlargercouncilareaswillprovide
savingsforratepayersandbetterservicesforeveryone
throughoutNorthernIreland.
Thechangesinlocalgovernmentboundarieswillnotalter
theDUP’sconsistentrecordofdelivery.Wewillbuildupon
thesuccessfulconstituencyservicebuiltupbyour
Councillors,MLAsandMPsovermanyyears.Wewill
continuetoworktowardsthedeliveryofyetmore
streamlined,responsiveandefficientgovernment.
Despitetheglobaldownturn,theDUPhascontinuedto
deliveronalocal,nationalandEuropeanlevel.Ourparty’s
proudhistoryoflowtaxation,demonstratedovermany
yearsinDistrictCouncils,willcontinue.Bothinsettingthe
regionalrateandthedistrictrateourpledgeremainsthe
same:wewillcontinuetoworktodeliverthelowest
householdbillsintheUK.
InEurope,ourMEPwillnotbeconstrainedbythenational
interestofEuropeanpartygroupings.Dianehasaproud
recordofbeinganindependentvoice,puttingNorthern
Irelandfirst.Whileothershavebeenconstrained,Diane
hasbeenabletospeakoutforthefarmers,fishermen,
businessleadersandpeopleofNorthernIreland.Diane
willcontinuetobeyourindependentvoiceinEurope.
Inour2014manifestotheDemocraticUnionistPartyis
settingoutourplansandprioritiesforEuropeandthe
newDistrictCouncils.Onthe22ndofMay,withyour
supportwewillcontinuetokeepNorthernIreland
movingforward.
Northern Ireland will go to the polls on the 22nd of May to elect Members to
the European Parliament and Councillors for eleven new District Council Areas.
DUP Manifesto A5 AW8 30/4/14 20:48 Page 4
5. 5
Your MEP – Diane Dodds
DianegrewuponasmallfamilyfarmoutsideRathfriland
inCountyDownandwaseducatedatAnnaclonePrimary
School,BanbridgeAcademyandQueen'sUniversity. A
teacherbyprofession,DianequalifiedfromStranmillis
CollegebeforetakingupapostatLaurelhillHighSchool
inLisburn,whereshetaughtHistoryandEnglish,aswell
aspupilswithlearningdifficulties.
PriortoherelectiontotheEuropeanParliament,Diane
hadbecomethefirstunionistinagenerationtowinan
AssemblyseatinWestBelfast.In2005,shewaselected
toBelfastCityCouncilwiththehighestindividualvoteof
anycandidateacrossNorthernIreland.
Asanon-attachedMEP, Dianesuccessfullynegotiatedfull
membershipoftheEUAgricultureandRuralDevelopment
Committee.Inthisrole,shehasfoughttogetthebestdeal
forourfarmers,theenvironmentandthewiderrural
community.ShealsosecuredrepresentationontheEU
FisheriesCommitteeandinthispositionauthoredtwo
piecesoflegislationthatnowgivelocalfishermengreater
flexibilitytofishcodstocksintheNorthSea.
InEurope,Dianehasmadeitaprioritytoexposethered
tapeandcostlypracticesthatstrangleourbusinesses
andpickthepocketsofourtaxpayers.Sheisaleading
memberontheSteeringGroupoftheSingleSeat
Campaign,whichaimstomakesavingsof €200million
everyyearbybasingtheParliamentinonelocation.
Dianehasalsochampionedreligiousfreedomson
theEuropeanstage,fightingthecornerofChristians
persecutedacrosstheworldthroughspeechesand
seminars.SheisalsoamemberoftheParliament's
DelegationforRelationswithIsrael.
DuringherfirsttermasanMEP, Dianeidentifiedaneed
toincreasethelevelofEUfundingcomingintoNorthern
Ireland.Shehaspublisheda‘SignpoststoFunding’
series,comprisingfourdirectoriesthatoutlinedifferent
opportunitiesforbusinesses,faith-basedorganisations
andcommunitygroups.
Athome,Dianeisakeensupporterofmanycharitable
causes.ShehasvolunteeredfortheRoyalBritishLegion's
PoppyAppealandhasfundraisedforseveral
organisations,includingtheFriendsoftheCancerCentre,
anti-humantraffickinggroupNoMoreTraffikandthe
MandevilleUnitatCraigavonAreaHospital.
WhennotworkinginBrussels,StrasbourgorherLisburn
office,Dianeenjoysspendingtimewithherfamilyat
home,andespeciallythenewadditiontothefamily,
hergrandsonHenry.
After serving the people of Belfast for more than 10 years, Diane was elected as a Member of the European
Parliament in May 2009. She serves on the EU's Agriculture and Fisheries Committees, and has published
four directories signposting businesses, community groups and churches to European funding.
DUP Manifesto A5 AW8 30/4/14 20:48 Page 5
8. 8
Under DUP leadership, Northern
Ireland has been moving forward.
We are the only party standing
up for Northern Ireland in Europe,
Westminster, the Assembly and
District Councils.
Unionism united at every level of
government is Unionism that is
confident and strong. In this
election it is important that the
Unionist vote is not shredded and
a strong Unionist voice is heard.
Only the Democratic Unionist
Party offer a united Unionist voice.
Ourrecordisoneofstandingupforbusiness.Thatiswhy
wehavesavedbusinessesmillionsofpoundsthrough
Industrialde-ratingandtheSmallBusinessRatesRelief
Scheme.Foroureconomytoberebuilt,anenvironmentfor
businessestothriveneedstobecreated.Thatiswhythe
DUPplacedtheeconomyandjobsattheheartofrecovery.
Muchhasbeendone,butmorestillneedstobeachieved.
Wecannotaffordtobecomplacent.Thatiswhyavotefor
theDUPisavotetobuildonthefoundationwhichhas
beenlaid,andtokeepNorthernIrelandmovingforward.
ButUnionismmustbevigilant.Theexposureofthe
“OntheRuns”administrativeschemehasonlyservedto
provethatmoreworkneedstobeundertakentomove
NorthernIrelandforwardtoapeacefulsociety.TheDUP
willnottoleratethediminutionofjustice.Whilesome
contentthemselvesbyonlymakingstatementsof
condemnationtheDUPwantstogetsomethingdone
forvictims.
Aswemoveforward,wedosointheknowledgethatat
notimeinourlifetimehastheunionbeenmoresecure.
Butthisshouldnotleadtocomplacencyandmoreneeds
tobedone.TheDUPistheonlypartywithastrategyto
leadNorthernIrelandintoitssecondcenturymorerobust
andstrongerthaneverbefore.
Ourrecordstandsforitself.TheDUPhasdelivered.
WithoutthestrongvoiceoftheDUPwaterchargeswould
havebeenintroduced;rateswouldbehigher;grammar
schoolswouldbenomore;studentfeeswouldhave
trebledandlegislationwouldhavebeenintroduced
redefiningmarriage.
Theeconomystandsstrongerbecauseoftheworkof
theDUP. OutsideofLondon,NorthernIrelandcurrently
attractsthehighestrateofinwardinvestment,morethan
anyotherregionoftheUK.Monthaftermonth,our
unemploymentratecontinuestofall.Over17,000new
jobshavebeencreatedinchallengingeconomictimes.
DUP Manifesto A5 AW8 30/4/14 20:52 Page 8
9. 9
On 22nd May a vote for the DUP
is a vote for the party standing up
for Northern Ireland. A vote for
the DUP is a vote to look forward.
Over the past decade, the DUP has
been the largest Unionist party.
Much has changed and more
needs to be done. While we
remember the past and those who
have suffered, this election is an
opportunity to once again keep
Northern Ireland moving forward.
WhileotherUnionistsinthepasthadbeenweakand
cavedintoRepublicandemandsandpoliticalside-deals,
itwastheDUPthatstoodupforjusticeanddemanded
thattheschemeendandthoseresponsiblebeheldto
account.
ThatiswhytheDUPhasbeenthepartyfightingfor
victims.InbothWestminsterandtheAssemblywehave
beentotheforeinfightingforthedefinitionofavictim
tobechanged.Aclassificationofvictimsthatequates
perpetratorsandtheinjuredpartyisnotonlywrongbut
alsoimmoral.ThatiswhytheDUPintroducedPrivate
Memberslegislationinanattempttochangethelaw.
TheDUPwillcontinuetoprovideavoiceforthevoiceless
inNorthernIreland.
TheDUPistheonlypartynotafraidtotakethetough
decisions.Ateverylevelofgovernment,ourMEP,MPs,
Ministers,MLAsandCouncillors,arestandingupfor
NorthernIreland.
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1. Strengthening Unionism
SupportforNorthernIreland’spositionintheUnited
Kingdomisatanall-timehigh.
2. Securing Relative Peace
Whileterroristthreatsremain,NorthernIrelandis
enjoyingthemostpeacefuleraformanydecades.
3. Bringing More Jobs
Wehaveattractedmoreforeigndirectinvestmentto
NorthernIrelandthanatanypointinourhistory.
4. Delivering Lower Taxes
NorthernIrelandhasthelowesthouseholdtaxesof
anywhereintheUK.
5. Helping Students
WehavenotfollowedthepolicyinEnglandofincreasing
StudentFeestoover£9,000andhavefrozentheminreal
termsforNorthernIrelandhelpingtomakehigher
educationavailabletoall.
6. Attracting International Events
BecauseoftheprogressthathasbeenmadeNorthern
Irelandhasbeenabletoattractsignificanteventssuchas
theG8,theWorldPoliceandFireGames,theIrishOpen,
theMTVawardsandtheGirocyclingrace.
7. Investing in Health
Wehaveinvestedinourhealthservicefacilitiesby
openingthenew£270millionSouthWestAcute
Hospitalandareprovidingfundingforworktostart
onthe£250mnewChildren’sHospital.
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The Right Priorities
Standing up for Northern Ireland in a growing EU
Backing business and job creation in the Northern Ireland economy
Fighting for a fair deal for farmers and fishermen
Increasing EU funding in Northern Ireland
Promoting fundamental rights
A Record of Delivery
The best Parliamentary record of any Northern Ireland MEP
Published four funding directories to help local community groups,
churches and businesses secure millions of pounds
Organised over 120 public meetings across Northern Ireland to
highlight funding opportunities
Holds key roles on the European Parliament Agriculture and Fisheries
Committees, highlighting the needs of our farmers and fishermen
Thousands of constituency cases dealt with right across the Province
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No to EU Military
Integration
TheDUPwillopposeanyformofEUmilitaryintegration
andwilldefendtheUK'ssovereignrighttogovernits
owndefencesandnationalsecuritypolicy.
Dianewill:
•OpposeanyplansforanEUMilitaryHeadquarters.
•Rejectanyattemptstocentralisetheprocurementof
weaponryanddefenceequipmentthroughouttheEU.
•LobbytheUKGovernmenttooptoutofanyproposals
foracommonEUdefencestrategy.
A British Justice System
WewillcontinuetodefendthesovereigntyoftheBritish
criminaljusticesystemagainstfurtherencroachmentby
theEuropeanUnion.
DianeDoddshasactivelyopposedtheroleofunelected
judgeswithintheEuropeanCourtofJustice(ECJ)and
EuropeanCourtofHumanRights(ECHR)inoverruling
UKdecisionsonsentencinganddeportation.Shehas
spokenferventlyagainstthedecisionoftheECHRlast
yearthatwholelifesentenceswithouttheopportunity
forreleaseareabreachofhumanrights.Dianebelieves
lifeshouldmeanlife.
Dianehasalsovotedagainstallattemptsbythe
EuropeanParliamenttoadoptacommonEUapproach
tocriminallaw.TheDUPwillatalltimesseektopreserve
theUK'sdemocraticrighttoprosecute,try,convict,
sentenceanddeportonitsownterms.
Dianewill:
•Continuetoopposetheroleofunelectedjudgeswithin
theEuropeanCourtofJusticeandtheEuropeanCourtof
HumanRights.Shewilldefendtheindependenceand
efficiencyoftheBritishcriminaljusticesystem.
• Reject any plans for a single European criminal justice
system.She will advocate tough sentencing at a
national level.
•RejectanyplanstocreateanEUPublicProsecutorto
fightfinancialcrime.
•Opposefurtherharmonisationofrulesrelatingto
immigration,asylumandvisasacrosstheEU.
•RejecttheEuropeanCommission'suseofnational
justicescoreboardstocomparehowcriminaltrialsare
conductedthroughoutEUMemberStates.
•Continuetoopposetheludicrousrulingbythe
EuropeanCourtofHumanRights(ECHR)givingprisoners
therighttovote.
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31. 4Fighting for a
fair deal for farmers
and fishermen
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Agri food is a key driver of the
Northern Ireland economy.
It sustains an estimated
100,000 jobs and contributes
some £5bn in sales. It is also a
key exporter of produce with
some £2.6bn in external sales.
As a party dedicated to
growing the economy and
providing jobs and incomes
for families we are deeply
committed to the sector and
the family farms which
produce the raw material.
Reform of the Common
Agriculture Policy
Dianehasplayedanactiveroleinthereformofthe
CommonAgriculturePolicyasamemberoftheEuropean
ParliamentAgricultureCommittee.AsthefirstDUPMEP
tohavetheprivilegetoserveasafulltimememberof
thecommitteeDianehasworkedtirelesslytoprotectthe
interestsofagriculturerightacrossNorthernIreland
duringthereformprocess.
CAP Budget
ThebudgetfortheCAPhasbeenunderconsiderable
pressurefromotherpolicyprioritiesintheEuropean
Institutions. DianehasworkedwithotherMEPstoensure
thatthebudgetforCAPwasmaintainedasmuchas
possible. DUPMPshaveworkedtoensurethatNorthern
Ireland’spercentageshareoftheoverallUKallocationof
theCAPbudgetstayedthesameasinpreviousbudget
allocations.
Single Farm Payment
TheSingleFarmPaymentiscrucialinsupportingfood
productionandthewideragrifoodsectorinNorthern
Ireland. TheDUPhashugeconcernsaboutthecurrent
policyimplicationsofCAPreformontheissueofsupport.
HoweverEuropehasdecidedthattherewillcontinueto
besupport,buteventuallythiswillbeleviedata
commonperhectarepayment.Wewillcontinuetofight
forasystemofsupportforagriculturethatprioritises
SincebecomingaMemberoftheEuropeanParliament
DianeDoddshascontinuouslyengagedwithfarmers
andthoselivinginruralareasacrossourProvince. Diane's
unwaveringsupportforNorthernIreland’sagricultural
sectorhasbeenhighlightedbythenumerouslocalvisits,
thedozensofruralroadshowsandthedailyworkcarried
outbyadedicatedteaminherconstituencyoffice.
InBrussels,asamemberoftheAgricultureCommittee,
DianehaslobbiedtheCommission,spokenoutonthe
issuesaffectingNorthernIreland’sfamilyfarmsand
raisedcountlessquestionsandamendmentstoreports.
MostimportantlyDianehasbeenavoiceforfarmerson
CAPreform.
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In the past five years Diane Dodds
has used the European Parliament
as a platform to raise awareness of
the loss of universal freedoms in
many societies around the world.
She has fought her corner for
Christians suffering persecution
across the globe, while promoting
the rights of the most vulnerable
constituent groups in our own
society, including children, older
people, and those living with
disabilities.
Wewill:
•Worktoensurethataproperdistinctionbetween
innocentvictimsandvictim-makersismadeinallpieces
ofEUlegislation.
•LobbyforgreaterEUfundingforprojectsthatsupport
victimsofterrorisminNorthernIreland,theirfamilies,
andmarginalisedcommunitiesinthenextprogramming
period2014-2020.
•Ensurethattheviewsofinnocentvictimsare
incorporatedintoanylegislationthatseekstoconsolidate
peaceandstabilityinNorthernIreland.
Definition of a Victim
TheDUPbelievesthattheremustbeacleardistinction
betweentheperpetratorofcriminalandterroristactivity
andthestatusofaninnocentvictim.
IntheEuropeanParliament,DianeDoddshasfoughtto
establishthisdefinitionofavictiminEUlegislation.She
respondedtoaEuropeanCommissionconsultationona
packageofmeasureswhichaimedtostrengthenthe
rightsofvictimsofcrimeandviolence.
WithinherresponseDianeemphasisedthatanyone
injuredphysicallyorpsychologicallyinacrimeforwhich
theywereresponsiblemustnotconsideredavictim.She
alsorecommendedadistinctionbetweensupportfor
victimsofisolatedcrimeandvictimsofaconsistent
campaignbyterrorists.
InSeptember2012,Dianewaspleasedtovoteinfavour
ofEUDirective2012/29/EUwhichsetoutminimum
standardsontherights,supportandprotectionofvictims
ofcrime.Thislegislationisvitalforsupportingvictimsof
terrorismacrossNorthernIreland.
Movingforward,Dianewillfighttoensurethatthese
rightsareappliedfullyacrossallEUregions.
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Deliver the best public services at the lowest possible rates
Work to build economic prosperity
Promote and defend the symbols of the Union
Help build strong local communities
Work with others for the benefit of all
All DUP Councillors pledge to:
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On the 22nd of May Northern Ireland will vote in an historic election.
For the first time since 1973, local government in Northern Ireland will be
radically reformed. The old 26 District Councils have been merged, and in
the case of Belfast, enlarged, to form 11 new District Councils.
It is estimated that the merger of District Councils in Northern Ireland will
deliver millions of pounds in savings to local ratepayers. As Northern Ireland
moves to bigger council areas so duplication of services can be reduced,
efficiencies can be made in procurement and more ambitious infrastructure
plans can be put in place. These changes will benefit the economy.
At a time when the rising cost of living is having a greater impact on people
throughout Northern Ireland, keeping rate bills below inflation is essential
for us all.
DUP Councillors elected to the new council areas are pledged to build on
the successful foundation left by their predecessors. The DUP has long
been the party of low rates and prevented the direct rule plans for the
introduction of water charges.
Throughout the darkest days of our history, DUP representatives served
the community without fear. That legacy will continue into a new era for
local government.
Standing Up for Northern
Ireland for the long-term
Unionismhasbeenontherightpathunderthe
leadershipoftheDUP. TheDemocraticUnionistPartyis
theonlyunionistpartythathasthestrengthtosucceed
inrepresentingtheinterestsofallthosewhowantto
keepNorthernIrelandmovingforward. Avoteforthe
DUPisavotefortheonlystrongUnionistpartythathasa
strategyforthefutureofNorthernIreland.
Whateverthedifficulties,whetheraglobaleconomic
crisis,austerityorculturalaggression,theDUPhas
remainedfocusedonmovingNorthernIrelandforward.
Bybuildingourownpoliticalinstitutions,bybuildingour
economyandbybuildingonthedesireforasuccessful
NorthernIreland,theDUPwilldeliverthegreatestgood
forthepeopleofNorthernIrelandwithintheUnion.
Thedeceitanddebasementofthe‘OntheRun’letter
schemeisareminderofthealternativetodevolution. A
reminderofwhatisdonewhenpowerisinthehandsof
anyonebutthepeopleofNorthernIreland.
On22ndMay,standwiththeDUPasweworktobuild
prosperityinNorthernIreland. Standtogetherwiththe
DUPforNorthernIreland.Together,Unionismwillbe
strong-let’skeepNorthernIrelandmovingforward.
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