Dónal Lyons (@donallyons) 's Twitter Profile
Dónal Lyons

@donallyons

Dad, policy wonk, Social Democrat. @SDLPlive Councillor for Balmoral. Based on a true story.

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The SDLP (@sdlplive) 's Twitter Profile Photo

It’s become impossible to find words for what’s happening in Gaza. Starvation. Bombardment. Total inaction. SDLP Leader Claire Hanna MP has written to the PM this week demanding answers. If this isn’t genocide, what is? People are feeling powerless. Political leaders must act.

Gerard McDonald (@gerardmcd93) 's Twitter Profile Photo

Liverpool has always felt like the 33rd county, like a second home across the water. You'll find it hard to find a greater innocence that football fans enjoying a day out, often Grandad's, Dad's, son's & daughters having the best time. Solidarity

The SDLP (@sdlplive) 's Twitter Profile Photo

Peaceful protest is not a crime. And silence on Gaza is not an option. Today in the Assembly, SDLP Leader of the Opposition Matthew O'Toole called out the arrest of peaceful protesters in Belfast, while the world watches the horror unfolding in Gaza.

Cllr DENISE JOHNSTON (@denisejohnsto10) 's Twitter Profile Photo

‼️School Bus Safety Campaign ‼️ Tomorrow is Opposition day at the assembly and The SDLP are bringing a motion asking DfI to bring forward effective legislation to save the lives of our children. No solution is NOT an option. Malachy Quinn Mark H Durkan

The Irish News (@irish_news) 's Twitter Profile Photo

The SDLP brought a motion to Stormont today calling for legislation requiring vehicles to stop when school buses pick up or drop off children. The motion was prompted by the tragic death of 11-year-old Caitlin-Rose McMullan in Castledawson in March and aims to create safe zones

Claire Hanna (@clairehanna) 's Twitter Profile Photo

Absolutely thrilled to be at City Hall this evening as Cllr Paul Doherty takes the reins as Belfast’s Deputy Mayor. We in The SDLP are so proud of the person he is, his work across the city and look forward to his special year ahead.

Absolutely thrilled to be at City Hall this evening as Cllr Paul Doherty takes the reins as Belfast’s Deputy Mayor. We in <a href="/SDLPlive/">The SDLP</a> are so proud of the person he is, his work across the city and look forward to his special year ahead.
Paul Doherty (@pauldoherty___) 's Twitter Profile Photo

A proud moment for me, my family and my community. Thank you everyone for putting your trust in me. I promise to be a champion for all the people of Belfast.

A proud moment for me, my family and my community. Thank you everyone for putting your trust in me. 

I promise to be a champion for all the people of Belfast.
The SDLP (@sdlplive) 's Twitter Profile Photo

SDLP Leader Claire Hanna challenged the PM on Gaza today, saying it’s shameful that Ms Rachel from YouTube has shown more moral clarity than world leaders. As families are killed and shelters bombed, Britain talks of war when it should be pushing for peace and justice.

Claire Hanna (@clairehanna) 's Twitter Profile Photo

Great afternoon with Ulster GAA in Westminster, advocating for Casement & for their incredible impact in communities. A good case made. Time for Governments in Belfast & London to get beyond the sound bites and get this done

Great afternoon with <a href="/UlsterGAA/">Ulster GAA</a> in Westminster, advocating for Casement &amp; for their incredible impact in communities. A good case made. Time for Governments in Belfast &amp; London to get beyond the sound bites and get this done
Claire Hanna (@clairehanna) 's Twitter Profile Photo

I’m my mum’s plus one (and taxi driver) at the @rcn_ni Nursing Awards. Lovely to celebrate the very best of the very best profession. Mum is former recipient of their lifetime achievement award which is her pride & joy 😊 🩺

I’m my mum’s plus one (and taxi driver) at the @rcn_ni Nursing Awards. Lovely to celebrate the very best of the very best profession. Mum is former recipient of their lifetime achievement award which is her pride &amp; joy 😊 🩺
The SDLP (@sdlplive) 's Twitter Profile Photo

‘Locals live here.’ That’s what families in Ballymena are putting in their windows to avoid being attacked or burnt out. This is a time for leadership. To call this out for what it is and to bring an end to these awful attacks that have left people living in fear.

BBC The View (@bbctheview) 's Twitter Profile Photo

"Racism is not just a unionist problem. I get all these tweets and there are as many 1916 bots as there are 1690 bots." The SDLP leader Claire Hanna | #BBCTheView

Claire Hanna (@clairehanna) 's Twitter Profile Photo

Offering support & solidarity to Belfast Islamic Centre after the appalling attack on people at prayer last night. This is frightening for Muslims in Belfast and disturbing to all of us who value a peaceful and shared city. This underlines the need for real political leadership.

Malachy Quinn (@malachyquinn) 's Twitter Profile Photo

Disgusting. Peadar Tóibín TD is this the proud legacy of your party? Is this acceptable?—spewing hate and calling people “mongrels” while clutching the Irish flag? How dare anyone hijack our flag to justify thus racism. They don’t represent Ireland. They shame everything it stands for.

Disgusting. <a href="/Toibin1/">Peadar Tóibín TD</a> is this the proud legacy of your party? Is this acceptable?—spewing hate and calling people “mongrels” while clutching the Irish flag?

How dare anyone hijack our flag to justify thus racism. They don’t represent Ireland. They shame everything it stands for.
Claire Hanna (@clairehanna) 's Twitter Profile Photo

Bonfires are a tradition enjoyed by many- without asbestos, or racism or sectarian baiting, without risking homes. Then there are those for whom hate, confrontation & media rows seem to be the whole purpose. Intricate effigies of humans beings, for burning. Who is this for?

Bonfires are a tradition enjoyed by many- without asbestos, or racism or sectarian baiting, without risking homes.

Then there are those for whom hate, confrontation &amp; media rows seem to be the whole purpose. Intricate effigies of humans beings, for burning. Who is this for?
Matthew O'Toole (@matthewotoole2) 's Twitter Profile Photo

If the Donegall Rd bonfire is to be left as it is, the very least the Environment Agency and Minister Muir can do is be clear with the community about the extent of asbestos contamination and the risks they face. I wrote to the Minister tonight to ask him to break his silence.

If the Donegall Rd bonfire is to be left as it is, the very least the Environment Agency and Minister Muir can do is be clear with the community about the extent of asbestos contamination and the risks they face.

I wrote to the Minister tonight to ask him to break his silence.