First openly gay DUP councillor In a move some saw as the DUP testing the water on legalising gay marriage, the party's first openly gay politician contested the vote in Antrim and. TRIBUTES have been paid to Newtownabbey DUP councillor Paul Hamill, who has died after contracting Covid-19. Rt. The party selects candidates on the basis of merit and we believe in equality of opportunity, he added. Antrim BT41 2UB Brett was first elected to Antrim and Newtownabbey Borough Council in 2014, representing Glengormley Urban.He was re-elected in 2019. Alison Bennington secured a seat on Antrim and Newtownabbey Borough Council. Photograph: Nigel Dodds/Facebook Wed Sep 15 2021 - 15:47 A 46-year-old DUP. The Democratic Unionist Party's first openly gay election candidate has been elected. Good hard work and teamwork she says while thanking them. Ben Mallon co-opted onto Antrim and Newtownabbey Borough Council Antrim and Newtownabbey District Council Councillors were told the UK government-funded scheme would be used to enhance product safety and help meet the provisions of the European Union Withdrawal Agreement and the protocol. "Those skills and experience made him an invaluable part of our council team. Photograph: Dave Pettard/PA Wire Gerry Moriarty Northern Editor DUP's first gay candidate elected in Northern Ireland local elections Your Councillors - Antrim & Newtownabbey Borough Council Your Councillors - Antrim & Newtownabbey Borough Council Sinn Fin councillor Anne Marie Logue, who sits on the council, said Mr Hamill was a "true gentleman" and would be "fondly remembered for his work in community relations". We also may change the frequency you receive our emails from us in order to keep you up to date and give you the best relevant information possible. They will be in our prayers as Ruth mourns her husband and the girls try to understand the loss of their daddy.". Alison Bennington won a seatfor the DUP in the Glengormley Urban area of Antrim and Newtownabbey Borough Council. Mr Hamill, a former mayor of Antrim and Newtownabbey, was the. King Charles III's coronation: Newtownabbey DUP councillor 'excited' to Before he entered politics, Mr Hamill worked for Belfast City Mission as a missionary in Rathcoole. It is such a momentous occasion and I am really excited as the day approaches. In total, there are 462 councillors in Northern Ireland. Tel: 07715 392229. "Many of us counted on him as a friend regardless of party affiliation, he treated everyone with great kindness, and will be greatly missed.". Sir Jeffrey Donaldson, leader of the Democratic Unionist Party (DUP) described him as a "hard-working and dedicated representative" and said his loss would be "keenly felt". At the DUP's conference at the weekend, Sir Jeffrey warned his party will not re-establish the Executive or Assembly unless "decisive action" is taken on the protocol. "To come from Monkstown, you dont expect to be at events like this and I am really looking forward to being there and being able to represent the local community.". He later attempted to change his mind but then abstained when a full vote was carried out. T: 0300 123 4568, Copyright 2023 - Antrim & Newtownabbey Borough Council. Phillip Brett (politician) - Wikipedia Privacy Policy | ", Fishing boat rescued by RNLI after being caught on the rocks in Co Down. DUP deputy leader Paula Bradley has been co-opted as a councillor, months after she said she would not seek re-election to Stormont. DUP leader Sir Jeffrey Donaldson DUP councillors proposed and seconded a council's adoption of a Northern Ireland Protocol scheme which the party is now seeking to overturn. From the Northern Ireland Protocol to other thorny issues inside Stormont and exclusive interviews - weve got you covered. Overall The TUV lost both of their representatives on the council. Mr Hamill was a member of Antrim and Newtownabbey Council and served as its mayor from June 2017 to May 2018. "Paul was a fellow councillor, a friend, a family man and a very gentle person. They managed to more than double their share of the vote and picked up three additional seats in Ballyclare, Macedon, and University (one from the UUP directly, one from a smaller Unionist group whose councillor had meanwhile rejoined the UUP, and one as noted below from the . "Paul was a tireless worker for the people of Rathcoole and the wider Newtownabbey area. Enter your postcode here to find your local DUP representatives. Father-of-two Paul Hamill was a popular member of the council on which he has served for seven years.. Councillor information for Antrim and Newtownabbey Borough area. The DUPs first openly gay candidate, Alison Bennington, has just been elected to ?@ANBorough? With 60 seats, Belfast is the largest council. . The DUP's first openly gay councillor, Alison Bennington, who won a seat at Antrim and Newtownabbey Borough Council in May's elections. Antrim Civic Centre, 50 Stiles Way, Antrim, BT41 2UB. 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