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Dedication of Glasnevin Cross of Sacrifice

Dedication of Glasnevin Cross of Sacrifice

Thursday, 31 July 2014

Theresa Villiers today attended a dedication ceremony a for Cross of Sacrifice at Glasnevin Cemetery in Dublin. ...

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Andrew Murrison writes Letter to an Unknown Soldier

Andrew Murrison writes Letter to an Unknown Soldier

Thursday, 31 July 2014

Dr Murrison's letter is part of an arts project to commemorate the start of the First World War...

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Report of the Hallett Review published

Report of the Hallett Review published

Thursday, 17 July 2014

Lady Justice Hallett was appointed in February to produce a full public account of the administrative scheme for so-called ‘on-the-runs’. ...

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Villiers commends intensive work to bring about peaceful 12th July

Villiers commends intensive work to bring about peaceful 12th July

Sunday, 13 July 2014

Secretary of State for Northern Ireland today commended the intensive work done to ensure a peaceful 12th July...

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Villiers responds to Unionists call for parades inquiry

Villiers responds to Unionists call for parades inquiry

Thursday, 10 July 2014

Responding to Unionist calls for a Parades Inquiry earlier today, the Secretary of State for Northern Ireland the Rt Hon Theresa Villiers MP said: ...

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Villiers: NI must project reality of a forward looking society

Villiers: NI must project reality of a forward looking society

Wednesday, 09 July 2014

The Secretary of State urges everyone involved to ensure this weekend’s parades are peaceful and that positive images of NI are not lost....

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Unionists walk out of talks on parades, flags and the past

Unionists walk out of talks on parades, flags and the past

Thursday, 03 July 2014

The Secretary of State appeals for calm after restrictions were placed on an Orange Order parade and encourages early resumption of talks....

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Government and Executive mark one year on from signing the Economic Pact

Government and Executive mark one year on from signing the Economic Pact

Wednesday, 02 July 2014

An update published today looks at the progress made over the last 12 months towards rebalancing the NI economy and building a shared future....

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Villiers marks 98th anniversary of the Battle of the Somme

Villiers marks 98th anniversary of the Battle of the Somme

Tuesday, 01 July 2014

The Secretary of State travelled to France to represent the UK government at the Somme anniversary commemorations....

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Villiers speech to commemorate Armed Forces Day

Villiers speech to commemorate Armed Forces Day

Thursday, 26 June 2014

NI Secretary of State pays tribute to the UK's armed forces, past and present...

Final day of Royal Engagements

Final day of Royal Engagements

Wednesday, 25 June 2014

Her Majesty The Queen and HRH The Duke of Edinburgh's 3 day visit to NI draws to a close with a visit to Coleraine...

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Royal guests of honour at Secretary of State's Garden party

Royal guests of honour at Secretary of State's Garden party

Tuesday, 24 June 2014

At the final event of the day, Her Majesty The Queen and His Royal Highness The Duke of Edinburgh were guests of honour at a Garden party hosted by th...

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Royal visitors attend Civic luncheon

Royal visitors attend Civic luncheon

Tuesday, 24 June 2014

Her Majesty the Queen and His Royal Highness the Duke of Edinburgh attended a Civic Lunch at Belfast City Hall....

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Royal stamp of approval for Belfast's St George's Market

Royal stamp of approval for Belfast's St George's Market

Tuesday, 24 June 2014

Continuing their visit around Belfast, Her Majesty The Queen and His Royal Highness The Duke of Edinburgh dropped into St George’s Market to view ‘The...

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Royals visit set of highly acclaimed Game of Thrones

Royals visit set of highly acclaimed Game of Thrones

Tuesday, 24 June 2014

On their second engagment of the day, Her Majesty The Queen and His Royal Highness The Duke of Edinburgh visited the set of the highly acclaimed Game ...

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Royal visitors to Crumlin Road Gaol

Royal visitors to Crumlin Road Gaol

Tuesday, 24 June 2014

On the first engagement of the day Her Majesty The Queen and His Royal Highness The Duke of Edinburgh visited Crumlin Road Gaol Visitor Attraction and...

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Her Majesty The Queen & HRH The Duke of Edinburgh begin a 3 day visit to NI

Her Majesty The Queen & HRH The Duke of Edinburgh begin a 3 day visit to NI

Monday, 23 June 2014

Earlier this evening, Her Majesty The Queen and His Royal Highness The Duke of Edinburgh arrived at Belfast City Airport for a 3 day visit to Northern...

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New appointments to the Northern Ireland Human Rights and the Equality Commission for Northern Ireland and Commissions

New appointments to the Northern Ireland Human Rights and the Equality Commission for Northern Ireland and Commissions

Friday, 20 June 2014

Secretary of State announces appointments to Northern Ireland Human Rights Commission and Equality Commission for Northern Ireland...

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First World War commemorations and the Decade of Centenaries

First World War commemorations and the Decade of Centenaries

Monday, 09 June 2014

The NIO is supporting HMG's programme of First World War commemorations to ensure it promotes peace and reconciliation in Northern Ireland. ...

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The Queen and Duke of Edinburgh to visit Northern Ireland

The Queen and Duke of Edinburgh to visit Northern Ireland

Wednesday, 04 June 2014

Her Majesty The Queen and His Royal Highness The Duke of Edinburgh will visit Northern Ireland later this month ...

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Queen’s Speech:

Queen’s Speech: "Next big step in our long term economic plan"

Wednesday, 04 June 2014

The Government reaffirms its commitment to rebalancing the Northern Ireland economy and building a shared future for all....

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Villiers welcomes appointment of George Hamilton as new PSNI Chief Constable

Villiers welcomes appointment of George Hamilton as new PSNI Chief Constable

Thursday, 29 May 2014

Following the appointment of George Hamilton as the new Chief Constable of the PSNI, the Secretary of State commented:...

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Villiers speech to Police Federation NI Annual Conference

Villiers speech to Police Federation NI Annual Conference

Wednesday, 28 May 2014

Earlier today Secretary of State for NI was guest speaker at the Police Federation for Northern Ireland Annual Conference held in Belfast...

Robathan expresses gratitude to Elections staff

Robathan expresses gratitude to Elections staff

Tuesday, 27 May 2014

Minister of State Rt Hon Andrew Robathan MP expressed his thanks to all Electoral office staff for their hard work over recent days...

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Villiers statement on anniversary of  Dublin Monaghan atrocities

Villiers statement on anniversary of Dublin Monaghan atrocities

Saturday, 17 May 2014

As the families of those killed in the Dublin and Monaghan bombings commemorate 40th Anniversary of the atrocities, Rt Hon Theresa Villiers MP comment...

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Villiers reappoints Boundary Commissioner for Northern Ireland

Villiers reappoints Boundary Commissioner for Northern Ireland

Friday, 16 May 2014

Dr William Smith is reappointed to the Boundary Commission for Northern Ireland...

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Address to 2014 International Business Women's Conference

Address to 2014 International Business Women's Conference

Wednesday, 14 May 2014

Villers discusses improved economic opportunities for women and the progress made addressing gender imbalances in business and public life...

Royal Celebration for Riding for Disabled Group

Royal Celebration for Riding for Disabled Group

Wednesday, 14 May 2014

On the final event of her 2 day visit, HRH The Princess Royal joined Banbridge and Moira Riding for the Disabled group as part of their 25th Anniversa...

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Royal Visitor for Balmoral Show

Royal Visitor for Balmoral Show

Wednesday, 14 May 2014

On her second day of engagements within Northern Ireland, HRH The Princess Royal today attended the Royal Ulster Agricultural Society at Balmoral Park...

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Royal Unveiling of WW1 Centenary Wood for Northern Ireland

Royal Unveiling of WW1 Centenary Wood for Northern Ireland

Tuesday, 13 May 2014

HRH The Princess Royal today unveiled Woodland Trust's WW1 Centenary Wood for Northern Ireland...

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