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Stormont Assembly Faces Calls for Reform to Prevent Future Collapses

Opposition leader Matthew O’Toole proposes motions for institutional reform and accountability, aiming to end the cycle of government suspensions in Northern Ireland.

Overview

  • Stormont Opposition leader Matthew O’Toole expresses 'shame' at the repeated collapses of devolved government in Northern Ireland, calling for reforms to ensure stability.
  • O’Toole proposes three motions during the first Opposition day in the Assembly, focusing on institutional reform, public sector pay, and preventing future government suspensions.
  • No ministers were present during the proposal of the first motion, which O’Toole described as an 'insult to the chamber'.
  • Sinn Fein and DUP respond to the motions, highlighting the need for collective action and the importance of cross-community consent for political stability.
  • The SDLP and UUP support the call for reform, emphasizing the need for long-term solutions and the removal of sectarian vetoes to represent the entire society.