UVF man Brian Robinson murdered Paddy McKenna, an innocent Catholic. Tomorrow a large scale parade will be held commemorating Robinson whilst traumatising Paddy's family. It's vile that this annual event goes ahead and if we can't condemn it, then we can't condemn IRA events.
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- Ian Paisley's expenses - £245k ( 1st Feb 20 to 31st Jan 21) would be outrageous during normal times, however, during a pandemic it's scandalous & must trigger an independent audit. This is exactly the type of thing the DUP needs to address if it wants to remain a serious player!
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