Armstrong calls on autism identification improvement

Alliance MLA Kellie Armstrong has called on Departments to help improve identification of autism earlier after a report showed its prevalence within young people here had grown.

Armstrong says more pressing infrastructure needs than proposed bridge

Alliance MLA Kellie Armstrong has said there are more pressing infrastructure needs than a proposed bridge between Northern Ireland and Scotland. 

Armstrong says rural areas in particular need to benefit from improved broadband

Alliance MLA Kellie Armstrong has said rural areas in particular need to benefit from improved broadband after it was announced political parties would shortly be consulted on how best to use money to improve it here.

Armstrong challenges Secretary of State to convene all-party talks as soon as possible

Alliance MLA Kellie Armstrong has challenged the Secretary of State to help break the political deadlock here by initiating all-party talks as soon as possible.

Armstrong: One week on from GFA anniversary, new talks process essential

Alliance MLA Kellie Armstrong has said last week's anniversary of the Good Friday Agreement should provide fresh impetus to get power-sharing talks established again immediately.

Violence is never the answer, says Armstrong after Adams comments

Alliance MLA Kellie Armstrong has said violence is never the answer, after Gerry Adams said it was justified in order to reach political aims in certain circumstances. 

Armstrong: #PressForProgress and make change happen

Alliance MLA Kellie Armstrong has said we must continue to #PressForProgress as women across Northern Ireland stand together to mark International Women's Day.

Church needs to review policies and co-operate fully with police, says Armstrong

Alliance MLA Kellie Armstrong has said the Catholic Church needs to engage in a full and comprehensive review of its past policies and practices, and engage in full disclosure and co-operation with the police in relation to sexual abuse allegations. 

Armstrong launches major neonatal report

Alliance MLA Kellie Armstrong has launched a major joint report looking at neonatal services in Northern Ireland.

Armstrong reiterates call for independent talks mediator after 'draft agreement' text published

Alliance MLA Kellie Armstrong has reiterated calls for an independent mediator for talks, after the publication of text alleged to be a draft agreement between the DUP and Sinn Féin.

Armstrong says statistics should act as spur for all-party talks

Alliance's Kellie Armstrong MLA has said figures showing an increase in people thinking of themselves as neither unionist or nationalist should serve as a spur to make the talks process truly all-party.

Armstrong welcomes availability of driver licensing services online

Alliance Infrastructure spokesperson Kellie Armstrong MLA has welcomed confirmation driver licensing services are to be made available online.

Armstrong appeals for information after attempted murder

Alliance Strangford MLA Kellie Armstrong has appealed for information following an attempted murder in Newtownards.

100 years on, but lack of progress remains in key issues, says Armstrong

Alliance MLA Kellie Armstrong has said 100 years since the Representation of people act kick started the inclusion of women in the political arena, many still feel disenfranchised today by the lack of progress on a number of key issues.

Armstrong receives confirmation over pothole money

Alliance Infrastructure spokesperson Kellie Armstrong MLA has received confirmation the bulk of a £5 million pot is to be spent to repair potholes here.

Only way to sustain a restored Assembly is petition of concern reform, says Armstrong

Alliance MLA Kellie Armstrong has said the only way any restored Assembly will be sustainable is to reform the petition of concern (POC) mechanism.

Armstrong welcomes Government decision on PIP ruling

Alliance MLA Kellie Armstrong has welcomed the UK Government deciding not to challenge a court ruling stating Personal Independence Payments (PIP) were unfair to people will mental health conditions.

Armstrong welcomes North-South interconnector decision

Alliance Infrastructure spokesperson Kellie Armstrong MLA has welcomed the decision to grant planning permission for the North-South interconnector.

Armstrong says rural roads will continue to suffer

Alliance MLA Kellie Armstrong has said rural roads in particular will continue to suffer due to budget cuts, after it was revealed almost £500,000 has been paid out in compensation to drivers of vehicles damaged by potholes in the past two years.

Armstrong supports NI Audit Office focus on Disabled Facilities Grant

The Northern Ireland Audit Office is set to focus on the Disabled Facilities Grant operated by the Housing Executive, Alliance MLA Kellie Armstrong has said, after she raised the issue with the Controller and Auditor General.

Urgent clarification on Carillion needed, says Armstrong

Alliance Strangford MLA Kellie Armstrong has called for clarity after the construction firm Carillion announced it was going to be liquidated.

Review into PIP process welcomed by Armstrong

Alliance MLA Kellie Armstrong has welcomed a review of the personal independence payment (PIP) process.

Armstrong urges people to break the silence over sexual violence

Alliance MLA Kellie Armstrong has helped launch a campaign asking MLAs to do more to break the silence around sexual violence.

Armstrong welcomes focus on Infrastructure

The Alliance MLA for Strangford was speaking after attending the official launch of Northern Ireland's Year of Infrastructure, adding the aim over the next 12 months was to communicate to everyone just why Infrastructure is so important.

Armstrong welcomes cruise ship refitting at Harland and Wolff

Alliance MLA Kellie Armstrong has welcomed news a major cruise ship is to be refitted at Harland and Wolff.

Alliance raises questions over Knock Iveagh development

The Alliance Party's Infrastructure spokesperson Kellie Armstrong MLA has raised questions over how a controversial wind turbine development was given the go-ahead, despite being located at the ancient historical site of Knock Iveagh.

Armstrong welcomes publication of integrated transformation guidance for schools

Alliance MLA Kellie Armstrong has welcomed the publication of guidance for schools seeking to change to integrated status.

Armstrong welcomes £300,000 road resurfacing scheme on Loughdoo Road, Portaferry

A £300,000 carriageway resurfacing scheme has commenced on the C0259 Loughdoo Road, Portaferry.

Kellie Armstrong MLA, Alliance’s Infrastructure spokesperson lives quite close to the works and confirmed ‘I know the road works are causing local issues with school buses having to take different routes however the investment will provide a much better and safer roads once completed’

Armstrong welcomes sale of water works to NI Water

Alliance MLA Kellie Armstrong has welcomed news NI Water has acquired Kelda Water Services interests locally, adding the move should bring a greater confidence in water quality across Northern Ireland.

Community and voluntary sector funding confirmed to Armstrong

Alliance MLA Kellie Armstrong has received confirmation £200,000 is to be released to the community and voluntary sector from the Volunteering Small Grants Programme.

Alliance to hold information sessions on minibus licensing changes

Alliance MLAs will host information sessions to outline changes being introduced to minibus licensing which may impact transport for schools and other organisations.

School Minibus Licensing Information Session

Do you have a school minibus or hire a minibus? Are you concerned by the proposed changes to driver and minibus licensing? 

Kellie Armstrong MLA is hosting an information session to outline the changes being introduced to driving licenses that will impact your school’s own transport. 

Tuesday 5th December 2017

3.30-4.30pm

Londonderry Park Function Room One, Portaferry Road, Newtownards

(Free Parking on site). 

Kellie Armstrong MLA is the Alliance Party’s Infrastructure Spokesperson and former member of the Assembly’s Infrastructure Committee. 

Prior to election Kellie was the Director for Northern Ireland for the Community Transport Association, where she provided advice and guidance to community groups, schools and charities on minibus operations. 

Kellie led the recent All Party delegation to meet the Dept for Infrastructure’s Permanent Secretary and his officials to discuss the proposed changes to driver and minibus licensing. 

The event is free to attend and is specifically for schools who either own or hire minibuses driven by teachers, other staff or parents. 

Armstrong: Action needed to stop targeting of most vulnerable in budget cuts

Alliance MLA Kellie Armstrong has said there is a need for Civil Service Permanent Secretaries to ensure Departments complete full impact assessments to stop the most vulnerable from being targeted by budget cuts in 18/19.

Armstrong expresses disappointment over bank closures

Alliance MLA Kellie Armstrong has expressed disappointment after Ulster Bank announced it was to close another number of branches.

Armstrong: Jim Shannon must clarify his mistake over songbird decline

Alliance MLA Kellie Armstrong has hit out at Jim Shannon MP for continuing to peddle the dangerous myth that the decline of songbirds in Northern Ireland is due to an increase in the numbers of birds of prey.

Armstrong secures clarification around minibus licensing laws

Alliance MLA Kellie Armstrong has held an urgent meeting with officials from the Department for Infrastructure, securing important clarifications around proposed changes to driver licensing that could restrict those able to drive minibuses.

Armstrong heads up cross-party delegation on changes to minibus licensing

Alliance Infrastructure spokesperson Kellie Armstrong MLA will head up a cross-party delegation to meet the Department for Infrastructure tomorrow (Monday) regarding its decision to take drastic action to change minibus driver licensing here.

Local voice not being heard on Brexit, Armstrong tells Pensioners' Parliament

Alliance MLA Kellie Armstrong has told the Pensioners' Parliament Northern Ireland's voice is not being heard in the Brexit negotiations due to the lack of a functioning Assembly.

Armstrong calls on Secretary of State to legislate for petition of concern reform

Alliance MLA Kellie Armstrong has called on the Secretary of State to legislate for reform of the petition of concern mechanism, to allow the restoration of the Assembly.

UUP need more than rhetoric to be inclusive, says Armstrong

Alliance MLA Kellie Armstrong has said UUP Leader Robin Swann needs to realise being inclusive and moderate will be demonstrated from policies and actions, not words and rhetoric.

‘NI being let down when it comes to universal credit roll out’ says Armstrong

Alliance MLA Kellie Armstrong has said people in Northern Ireland are being let down when it comes to universal credit roll out, with no Minister in place to take key decisions.

Armstrong: New Gliders will revolutionise public transport in Belfast

Alliance Infrastructure spokesperson Kellie Armstrong MLA has said the unveiling of the new Glider vehicle as part of the Belfast Rapid Transit project will revolutionise public transport in the city.

Armstrong urges everyone to stay safe as storm hits

Alliance MLA Kellie Armstrong has urged everyone to heed advice from authorities and take all precautions necessary to keep themselves safe, as storm Ophelia hits Northern Ireland.

Armstrong calls for improved miscarriage support

Alliance MLA Kellie Armstrong has called for improved miscarriage support in Northern Ireland, saying many women are currently not receiving the compassionate care needed.

Local economy losing millions due to mental health issues, says Armstrong

The local economy is losing £30 million a year due to sick days related to mental health, Alliance MLA Kellie Armstrong has said.

Armstrong slams Ryanair Belfast decision

Alliance MLA Kellie Armstrong has questioned Ryanair for its sudden and shocking decision to ground a must needed Belfast-London route later this year.

Armstrong calls for suspension of universal credit here

Alliance MLA Kellie Armstrong has called for the roll-out of universal credit here to be suspended due to a lack of clarity around planned mitigation measures.

Armstrong calls for clarity around road safety in wake of budget news

Alliance Infrastructure spokesperson Kellie Armstrong MLA has called for clarity from the Department for Infrastructure, after it announced its maintenance work budget was due to run out next month.

Armstrong encourages people to seek guidance in wake of Ryanair decision

Alliance Infrastructure spokesperson Kellie Armstrong MLA has encouraged people to seek guidance in the wake of Ryanair cancelling a number of flights over the next six weeks.

Armstrong disgusted after attack on Islamic Centre

Alliance Strangford MLA Kellie Armstrong has said she is disgusted after a pig's head was left on the doorstep and graffiti daubed on the walls of the Islamic Centre in Newtownards.

Proposed health cuts would have a brutal impact on people, says Armstrong

Alliance MLA Kellie Armstrong has said proposed cuts across the health Trusts would have a "brutal impact" on people.

Armstrong asks why talks process cannot begin again immediately

Alliance MLA Kellie Armstrong has asked why the talks process cannot begin again immediately, after Sinn Fein called for it to be resumed next Monday.

Armstrong congratulates local airports on disability access ratings

Alliance Infrastructure spokesperson Kellie Armstrong MLA has congratulated local airports on achieving a 'good' rating in relation to accessibility for disabled passengers but warned more needs to be done to improve the ranking.

Paramilitary flags must be removed, says Armstrong

Alliance Strangford MLA Kellie Armstrong has said two paramilitary flags erected outside Newtownards Courthouse should be removed immediately.

New driving ban legislation welcomed by Armstrong

Alliance Infrastructure spokesperson Kellie Armstrong MLA has welcomed new legislation recognising driving bans in both Northern Ireland and the Republic of Ireland.

Armstrong: Integrated Education has been abandoned

Alliance MLA Kellie Armstrong has accused the Secretary of State and Northern Ireland Office of abandoning integrated education, after he repeatedly avoided direct questions on the issue.

Armstrong says Trust failing to provide appropriate care for older patients

Alliance Strangford MLA Kellie Armstrong has said the South-Eastern Health and Social Care Trust (SEHSCT) is failing to provide appropriate domiciliary care for older patients along the Ards Peninsula.

Armstrong condemns Newtownards arson attack

Alliance MLA Kellie Armstrong has condemned an arson attack on a house in the Meadow Park area of Newtownards.

Alliance confirms commitment to integrated education as talks intensify

Kellie Armstrong MLA has confirmed Alliance's commitment to integrated education, as a major organisation wrote a letter to Stormont leaders calling for a shared future. 

Armstrong asks why Department pushing ahead with minibus licence changes

Alliance Infrastructure spokesperson Kellie Armstrong MLA has written to the Permanent Secretary of Infrastructure to ask why his Department is pushing ahead with internal plans to change school minibus licensing without any consultation or published clarification.

Armstrong warns of Brexit hit to trade route

Alliance Strangford Westminster candidate Kellie Armstrong has said a hard border following Brexit could see the end of a burgeoning trade route between Northern Ireland and China.

Four days of smoke choking Ards says Armstrong

Alliance Westminster candidate for Strangford, Kellie Armstrong MLA, has raised concern after fires on the waste ground near the old Ards Football ground, Castlebawn, had been burning for four days.

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Kellie Armstrong said: "The fire started last Friday and smoke from it has engulfed most of the south side of Newtownards.

Kellie Armstrong ends Deaf Awareness Week by getting fitted for her hearing aids

The Alliance Party's Kellie Armstrong marked the end of Deaf Awareness Week by being fitted for her hearing aids.

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Admitting her hearing 'has not been great' for some time, Kellie said she hoped her situation would encourage others who had concerns about their hearing to go and get checked out.

Armstrong says more needs to be done to encourage women into public life

Alliance Strangford Westminster candidate Kellie Armstrong says more need to be done to encourage women into public life after a major report found female representation was still falling below acceptable standards here.

Armstrong fears lack of Executive could mean loss of opportunity at Heathrow Airport money

Alliance Infrastructure spokesperson Kellie Armstrong MLA has welcomed the announcement from Heathrow Airport for up to £15 billion of contracts outside London. 

Armstrong calls for appropriate toilet facilites to be installed across Northern Ireland

Alliance MLA Kellie Armstrong has reiterated her call for all public buildings in Northern Ireland to have appropriate toilet facilities for older children and adults with disabilities.

Armstrong congratulates Translink but warns of threats to public transport

Alliance Strangford MLA Kellie Armstrong has congratulated Translink, which is celebrating the 50th anniversary of its Ulsterbus service, but said political instability is threatening the future of effective public transport.

No electoral pacts under any circumstances, says Armstrong

Alliance MLA Kellie Armstrong has said the party will not be entering any electoral pacts for the forthcoming Westminster poll.

Armstrong calls for action to prevent further environmental damage to lough

Alliance MLA Kellie Armstrong has called for immediate action to prevent further damage to the environment in Strangford Lough, after a boat moored there sank further.

Armstrong says no place for so-called punishment shootings

Strangford Alliance MLA Kellie Armstrong has said there is no place for so-called punishment shootings, after a man was shot in the arms and legs in Newtownards.

Armstrong calls for review of autism assessments

Alliance MLA Kellie Armstrong has called for a review of the assessment process for adults with autism.

Armstrong concerned community lifelines being abandoned

Alliance MLA Kellie Armstrong has said she's 'extremely concerned' community lifelines provided by the Community and Voluntary sector will be abandoned as Northern Ireland continues without a budget.

Armstrong: A6 scheme must now progress

Alliance MLA Kellie Armstrong has said plans for a new A6 dual carriageway must now be allowed to progress, after attempts to halt the scheme through a judicial review failed.

Armstrong: Integrated education must be future proofed for generations to come

Alliance MLA Kellie Armstrong has revealed she will once again ensure integrated education is on the Stormont agenda, if the institutions get up and running again.

Armstrong left bitterly disappointed by bank closures

Alliance MLA Kellie Armstrong has said she is "bitterly disappointed" after Ulster Bank announced it would close nine of its local branches from October.

Schools neglected for too long - Armstrong

Alliance Strangford candidate Kellie Armstrong has said the Education Minister has neglected schools in the area for too long.

Armstrong appeals for information after suspected murder

Alliance Strangford candidate Kellie Armstrong has appealed for anyone with information on a a suspected murder to contact police.

Armstrong welcomes integrated education campaign

Alliance Strangford Assembly candidate Kellie Armstrong has welcomed the Integrated Education Fund's latest campaign, starring Hollywood star Liam Neeson.

Integrated education 'big loser' in political fall-out, says Armstrong

Alliance Strangford candidate Kellie Armstrong has said integrated education is the "big loser" in the political fall-out which led to the collapse of the Assembly, after it was revealed millions have been lost due to the lack of a working Executive.

Alliance Strangford candidate Kellie Armstrong has called for immediate action to stop environmental damage following the sinking of a boat moored in Portaferry. 

Alliance Infrastructure spokesperson Kellie Armstrong has given a cautious welcome to the announcement of £4 million funding to develop the York Street interchange scheme to construction ready state.

Alliance Strangford MLA Kellie Armstrong has said the integrated education sector will lose access to £450 million of investment if there is prolonged political instability after the election.

Alliance MLA Kellie Armstrong has said that the Health Minister is failing women by refusing to fund 3 cycles of IVF treatment.

More needs to be done to support women who have suffered miscarriage, Alliance MLA Kellie Armstrong has said.

Alliance Strangford MLA Kellie Armstrong has encouraged everyone to participate in a consultation which looks to simply rules assessing potential effects of projects on the environment.

Alliance MLA Kellie Armstrong has said possible emergency legislation to deal with the RHI scheme still does not resolve the issue.

Alliance Infrastructure spokesperson Kellie Armstrong MLA has said new noise controls at Belfast City Airport must be adhered to, after it was announced a restriction on the number of departure seats sold there is due to be lifted.

Alliance Strangford MLA Kellie Armstrong has said the Infrastructure Minister has put too many schemes on the long finger and certainty is now needed.

Alliance Infrastructure spokesperson Kellie Armstrong MLA has said that community transport schemes across Northern Ireland need security around funding so they can continue their vital services.

Alliance Infrastructure spokesperson Kellie Armstrong MLA has said that stopping the installation of water meters is shortsighted, as it reduces the ability to measure leakage.

Alliance MLA Kellie Armstrong has highlighted initiatives to increase the participation of women in society.

Alliance MLA Kellie Armstrong has called on the Infrastructure Minister to clarify the status of the York Street interchange project, after she discovered the Department had not yet produced a business case for it.

Alliance Strangford MLA Kellie Armstrong has said someone could have been killed after an elderly woman escaped an arson attack on her home.

Alliance Infrastructure spokesperson Kellie Armstrong MLA has said the Infrastructure Minister needs to progress the York Street interchange project as soon as possible, as new figures showed the area sees more traffic daily than many other busy roads combined.

Alliance Strangford MLA Kellie Armstrong has welcomed the announcement of a review of the renewal process for Blue Badge holders with life-long mobility issues.

Assembly Infrastructure Committee will benefit from visit to Ards coastal erosion group - Armstrong

Alliance Strangford MLA Kellie Armstrong has welcomed the visit to the Ards Peninsula Coastal Erosion Group by the Assembly Infrastructure Committee.

Alliance Strangford MLA Kellie Armstrong has offered her support for a "New Driver Road Safety Pledge" launched by Infrastructure Minister Chris Hazzard during Road Safety Week.

The Education Minister is in danger of losing tens of millions of pounds designed to reduce pressures on his Departmental budget, Alliance MLA Kellie Armstrong has discovered.

Alliance Infrastructure spokesperson Kellie Armstrong MLA has asked the Minister to reveal how many staff were manning cameras controlling the traffic flow through Belfast as the city saw gridlock yesterday (Tuesday).

Alliance Strangford MLA Kellie Armstrong has urged householders to start preparing for winter.

The Infrastructure Minister needs to make the York Street Interchange a priority, Alliance Infrastructure spokesperson Kellie Armstrong MLA has said.

Alliance Strangford MLA Kellie Armstrong has launched a Private Member's Bill to promote and support the development of integrated education.

Alliance Infrastructure spokesperson Kellie Armstrong MLA has called for a review of free on-street parking during a debate on the topic.

Alliance Strangford MLA Kellie Armstrong has offered her condolences to the family of Constable Claire Lowe, who died as the result of an accident while horse riding. 

Alliance Infrastructure spokesperson Kellie Armstrong MLA has welcomed the announcement that a third runway is to be developed at Heathrow airport.

Alliance's Strangford MLA Kellie Armstrong has highlighted the challenges of being a parent in the digital age. Ms Armstrong was speaking at the start of Parents' Week when the theme is "Parenting in the Digital Age."

Kellie Armstrong MLA welcomes Parenting NI’s annual Parents’ Week campaign which this year focuses on the challenges of parenting in the digital age.

Alliance MLA Kellie Armstrong has accused the Infrastructure Minister of prioritising his own objectives instead of the common good, as he admitted a £165 million road project was on hold.

The early diagnosis of cancer is vital, if the disease is to be effectively treated and lives saved.

Alliance MLA Kellie Armstrong has secured an agreement from the Department for Infrastructure (DFI) for it to share its October Monitoring Round, despite previous claims it wouldn't be producing such a document.

Alliance Strangford MLA Kellie Armstrong has condemned DUP MP Gregory Campbell after he made comments in support of the Hungarian Prime Minister.

Alliance Infrastructure spokesperson Kellie Armstrong MLA has said the Department must review proposed changes to taxi legislation to ensure best service for both customers and drivers.

Alliance Strangford MLA Kellie Armstrong has said she is stunned after a ceiling collapsed in a primary school classroom.

Alliance's Strangford MLA Kellie Armstrong has sent her best wishes to Killyleagh Integrated Primary School and Loughries Integrated Primary School as they start their first year as schools that have taken the step of transforming to integrated status. 

Alliance's Strangford MLA, Kellie Armstrong has said that banks located in rural areas are a vital part of village life.

Alliance's Strangford MLA Kellie Armstrong has welcomed the announcement that applications for Blue Badges can now be made online, but has said the move is long overdue.

Alliance's Strangford MLA Kellie Armstrong has called on the Infrastructure Minister Chris Hazzard to respect the wishes of the Assembly and develop a costed strategic plan for road maintenance. 

Alliance Strangford MLA Kellie Armstrong has congratulated Portavogie Pipe band on their promotion to a higher grade in the pipe band rankings.

Alliance Infrastructure spokesperson Kellie Armstrong MLA has said the revelation hundreds of thousands of pounds have been spent paying out claims for damage caused by potholes shows the requirement for a road maintenance strategy.

Alliance Strangford MLA Kellie Armstrong has called for the Infrastructure Minister to announce investment in roads in the Strangford constituency, rather than announce money already spent.

Alliance Infrastructure spokesperson Kellie Armstrong MLA has said a Lisburn to Antrim rail link with a stop at Belfast International Airport is a viable way to increase connectivity to Belfast International Airport.

Alliance Strangford MLA Kellie Armstrong has called on the Infrastructure Minister to ensure urgent repairs are carried out to a sea defence wall in Kircubbin. 

Strangford Alliance MLA Kellie Armstrong has offered her condolences to the family of Shona Killen, who died while on holiday in Spain.

Alliance MLA Kellie Armstrong has revealed several people with disabilities have been waiting for over 13 weeks for blue badges for vehicles.

Alliance MLA Kellie Armstrong has said an injection of money into rural areas to enable access to essential services needs to be extended more widely.

Alliance Infrastructure spokesperson Kellie Armstrong MLA has said a new ticketing scheme for public transport needs to be more wide-ranging.

Alliance MLA Kellie Armstrong has said while the lifting of the gay blood ban is welcome, more needs done to achieve full equality for LGBT+ people.

Alliance MLA Kellie Armstrong has secured a commitment from Northern Ireland's only aquarium to hold 'quiet times' for disabled children and adults each week.

Alliance Strangford MLA Kellie Armstrong has said the reopening of Exploris is tribute to the dedication of Alliance representatives committed to saving it from complete closure.

Alliance MLA Kellie Armstrong has praised the 'fantastic community spirit' across Strangford, as the area plays host to the Skiffie World Championship, running until July 30.

Strangford MLA Kellie Armstrong has called on the Minister for Infrastructure to make staffing changes after she discovered there is a minimum eight-week delay in issuing blue badges for disabled drivers.

Alliance MLA Kellie Armstrong has said the Executive must ensure appropriate toilet facilities for older children and adults with disabilities should be installed across Northern Ireland.

Alliance MLA Kellie Armstrong has described the news Bank of Ireland is to close eight branches, with a loss of 54 jobs, as 'worrying' and 'disappointing'.

Alliance MLA Kellie Armstrong has called for the establishment of a Multiculturalism Day in Northern Ireland to celebrate the diversity of our society.

Alliance MLA Kellie Armstrong has taken the campaign to increase education provision at Killard House School, presenting a petition at the Assembly on Tuesday morning.

The Department for Infrastructure needs a strategic plan to ensure the upkeep of rural roads, Alliance MLA Kellie Armstrong has told the Assembly.

Kellie Armstrong MLA has welcomed news the Pope has said the Catholic Church should apologise to gay people for the way it has treated them.

Kellie Armstrong MLA has described revelations that the Education Authority has no idea how many of its teachers hold up-to-date autism awareness training as 'extremely worrying'.

Alliance MLA Kellie Armstrong has described a 'growing digital divide' as she urged the Economy Minister to take all opportunities to enhance broadband and mobile coverage in rural areas.

Alliance MLA Kellie Armstrong has backed a campaign calling for the Education Minister to enhance education provision at Killard House School in Donaghadee.

In her Maiden speech, Kellie Armstrong MLA highlighted the need for real change in Northern Ireland, adding the budget bill did little to create solutions for the most vulnerable in society.

Welcoming a financial boost to tackle road problems in Killinchy, Alliance MLA Kellie Armstrong has questioned further when a maintenance plan will be in place to tackle the on-going backlog across the area.

Alliance MLA Kellie Armstrong has said the repeal of the gay blood ban is a "massive step towards true equality".

Alliance Strangford MLA Kellie Armstrong has said she hopes all affected by a house fire in Greyabbey make a full recovery.

Alliance MLA Kellie Armstrong has asked why the Sinn Fein Health Minister has not repealed the gay blood ban, despite having been in office for almost a week.

Coastal erosion is a very real problem, Alliance MLA Kellie Armstrong has said, as she again highlighted the lack of government commitment to deal with the problem.

Alliance MLA Kellie Armstrong has said she's confident the new Department for Infrastructure has firm plans in place to keep the Strangford Ferry fully operational over the summer months.