Ciara Ferguson MLA

I have been in contact with Scotland’s First Minister, John Swinney, and I back his call for an urgent meeting with Keir Starmer on the need for action as energy costs spiral. The proposed £35 payment per household by the British government, while some people’s bills have doubled, is completely tone-deaf to the severity of this crisis. There must be immediate and meaningful action to support all workers and families.

Families are feeling the pressure as heating bills rise and they deserve political leaders fighting their corner. All parties should work together to put all our people first, and challenge the British government to deliver proper financial support.

In 24 hours, the war in the Middle East has driven gas prices up 20% and pushed oil prices higher again. Families are paying the price for this illegal war. It is unfair and unsustainable for people who are already struggling with the cost of living crisis. Today, our Finance Minister John O’Dowd met and again urged the British government to put proper support in place for workers and families.

ASH & @CancerFocusNI Reflections on Tobacco & Vaping: Public Health Priorities for 2026, event outlining vision for a smoke-free North by 2035 With 2,200 smoking-related deaths occurring annually, sustained action and funded support are crucial to prevent avoidable deaths.

Parliamentary Partnership Assembly meeting in Brussels this week advocating for youth mobility, PeacePlus, access to EU funding programs & observer status MEPs for people here. Great to be with Kathleen Funchion-Sinn Féin ensuring all 32 counties of Ireland are represented💚🇮🇪

Lá fhéile Pádraig sona daoibh - Happy St. Patrick’s Day from us here at Brussels, to everyone who calls Ireland home and to the Irish diaspora across the world. Enjoy the celebrations with family, friends and community !☘️ #StPatricksDay2026 #ireland 💚🤍🧡 @DerrySinnFein

Economy Minister Dr @CArchibald_SF has welcomed the new ‘Legenderry’ visitor campaign celebrating the energy, culture and unforgettable experiences that make the city stand out. The campaign supports the wider regeneration ambitions for the city, including the expansion of Ulster University’s Magee campus. Read more➡️economy-ni.gov.uk/news/new-legen…

Economy Minister Dr @CArchibald_SF has today moved to address inaccurate claims on an £81million fund to support electricity consumers. Read more ➡️economy-ni.gov.uk/news/economy-m…

Infrastructure Minister Liz Kimmins has announced that a new application process for residents’ parking schemes will open in April 2026, providing a demand-led pathway for residents to bring forward requests for consideration. The window for applications will initially open for a period of three months, and will reopen on a cyclical basis. More: infrastructure-ni.gov.uk/news/kimmins-a… @NIRoadPolicing

Dea-scéala! 👏🏼 Sinn Féin is progressing a bill to ensure that teachers and staff are in place to support the significant growth of Irish-medium education. Is léir go bhfuil an t-éileamh ag méadú don Ghaeloideachas. This Bill will place an obligation on the Department of Education to properly plan and recruit the teaching and support staff required in Irish-medium education. @PatSheehanMLA

Happy International Women’s Day!💐 💜Here’s to lifting each other up, championing equality, and continuing to create spaces where every woman feels seen, heard and valued. #womensday #happyinternationalwomensday #IWD #genderequality #GiveToGain

Caoimhe Archibald has increased the amount postgraduate students will be eligible for a tuition loan to £10,000, beginning in the next academic year. We are determined to support students and give them more and better opportunities to learn and develop here at home.

Economy Minister @CArchibald_SF has announced a 54% increase to Postgraduate Tuition Fee Loans, ensuring that more students are able to cover the cost of their tuition fees. Read more➡️economy-ni.gov.uk/news/economy-m…

📹 Brendan Duddy Jr, from the Duddy Group outlines how funding from the Department of Finance via the NI Investment Fund supported the development of a new 24-bed aparthotel, bar and entertainment centre.

Economy Minister Dr @CArchibald_SF has today commented on the rising price of home heating oil and fuel emerging as a result of the situation in the Middle East. Read more ➡️economy-ni.gov.uk/news/minister-…

US-Israeli strikes on Iran are a dangerous act of aggression in open defiance of international law. Micheál Martin must condemn this military assault and defend international law. Neutrality matters precisely at moments like this. Ireland’s neutrality and commitment to international law means nothing if it disappears when powerful states are involved.

We have launched the inaugural Derry Summit, taking place on 26 March at our campus. The summit will bring civic, community & business partners to explore how we shape a vibrant future. Read more: ow.ly/G7UQ50YoAXu Register now: derrysummit.com @Economy_NI

The Health Minister must bring forward the optimal clinical care pathway for survivors, recognising Post-Polio Syndrome and ensure health professionals can deliver efficient services to meet the needs of patients. #PolioSurvivors #FightForNeuro @DerrySinnFein

Bhain mé an-sult as ócáid SnaG an Chonartha ar Chnoc an Anfa inniú le Ciarán mór agus Carál ina measc na cainteoirí agus ceol le Scoil na Seolta #SnaG26 @DerrySinnFein

@SandraDuffySF expresses solidarity with Gasteiz families at 50th anniversary likening atrocity to Derry’s Bloody Sunday derryjournal.com/news/people/sa… @ehbildu @derryjournal @BloodySundayT #Gasteiz #bloodysunday