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Three unionist parties back motion of no confidence in First Minister

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First reported on Tuesday 6 October 2026 at 16:47 EDT by Evening Standard·Latest article on Tuesday 6 October 2026 at 16:50 EDT

Summary

Three unionist parties have backed a motion of no confidence in First Minister Michelle O'Neill. She has been accused of breaking the law by backing a protest on the Garvaghy Road against an Orange parade.

Latest: Three unionist parties backed a motion of no confidence in First Minister Michelle O'Neill, accused of breaking the law by backing a protest on the Garvaghy Road against an Orange parade.

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How it unfolded

  1. Tuesday 6 October

    Three unionist parties backed a motion of no confidence in First Minister Michelle O'Neill, accused of breaking the law by backing a protest on the Garvaghy Road against an Orange parade.