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Robin Swann MP
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Robin Swann MP
@RobinSwann_MP
Ulster Unionist MP for South Antrim & former Minister of Health.
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Literally so what? Lara is simply playing the very common very celebrated populist politic card. Let's face it, in 2026 the most covered, shared and revered politic on social media is the type that causes the biggest (look at me) wave, but not the one which floats the boat ofVideos doing the rounds on social media show that the new SNP MP Lara Bird has (at least) two very different accents, depending on the occasion. ๐: telegraph.co.uk/news/2026/06/2โฆ
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I believe it is wrong & insensitive to use any aspect of this case as an argument for or against constitutional change or party gain. If there are issues to be explored about what was known about Donaldson that should happen urgently. However, this isnโt an issue for politicking.The conundrum for the elements within unionism who are suggesting the British state would use knowledge of a politicians horrendous dirty secrets to force them to do their bidding is a good argument not wanting to be part of a British state. - ๐ Decisions made by the Treasury have a realm impact on family farms in Northern Ireland. Even if Baroness Battersโ review of farming didnโt cover NI, itโs vital the government is engaging with our agricultural sector.
00:00 - Robin Swann MP repostedNot just departments. The knock on effect will be reduced opportunity's for funding for charities and other delivery bodies who desperately need certainty.Stormont departments may have to start making cuts from the end of July if a budget has not been agreed, a senior civil servant has warned. bbc.co.uk/news/articles/โฆ
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Replying to @BritishVetsGreat to see cross-party support for #VSAReform from parliamentarians- thank you @LSRPlaid, @SirRogerGale, @RobinSwann_MP and Baroness Young of Old Scone
- Robin Swann MP repostedThe rise in assaults reported in schools is concerning, but the figures need context. Weโve seen a significant increase in SPiMS, growing complexity of need, and years of underinvestment in SEN provision, specialist places, staffing and school infrastructure. More need, withoutBad behaviour in schools is an increasing issue and has to be addressed, Northern Ireland's new school behaviour tsar has said. bbc.in/3ShEWcj
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.@RobinSwann_MP says the people appointed to cabinet by Andy Burnham if he succeeds Sir Keir Starmer could be significant for Northern Ireland. Watch the exchange in full at 10:55pm on @utv.
00:00 - A very welcome commitment from the Treasury Minister to meet with me, the Food To Go Association and @HospUlster to discuss the need for a reduction in hospitality VAT for cafes, restaurants, bars and hotels in Northern Ireland.
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Congratulations to Lord Empey who was been appointed to the House of Lords Select Committee on Justice and Home Affairs. @uuponline
- Robin Swann MP reposted
The EU has postponed the 22 July โreset summitโ after Starmer got the elbow. Theyโll wait on his successor. The summit is important to NI as a deal on agrifood would dramatically reduce the impact of the sea border & a deal on electricity should help reduce prices. - Robin Swann MP reposted
BREAKING The Brexit reset summit with the EU - which was scheduled for July 22nd - has been postponed Antonia Costa, the president of the European Council, says that he hopes that Starmer's successor will provide 'continuity' This was going to be a big moment for Starmer, but - Robin Swann MP reposted
๐ฅ A morning of big ideas. Making the case for skills, infrastructure, lower taxes, and real prosperity for everyone in Northern Ireland. ๐
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