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Alan Chambers MLA North Down.

@alcham49

Believe touch of humour eases most situations. Glenman with scars. UUP MLA North Down. Party health spokesperson. Member NI Policing Board. Chair Audit Comm.

 Northern Ireland
Joined February 2009
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Police Federation for Northern Ireland
@PoliceFedforNIOct 27
Replying to @BelTel
@BelTel - we believe you have erroneously confused this story with the recent pension legal action case settlement. For completeness the Holiday Pay case is still not at the point of final settlement.
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Mukesh Sharma OBE DL
@mukeshji147Oct 25
A most uplifting evening. Congratulations to all for a great evening. Always an honour to represent @BLieutenancy
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@BLieutenancyOct 25
Mukesh Sharma OBE DL accompanied by Lord Lieutenant's Cadet Robbie Jess has represented HM Lord Lieutenant at the RBL Festival of Remembrance. The @RIrishRegiment band, pipes, drums, led a wonderful programme of song and dance in tribute to The Fallen. @PoppyLegion
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NI Policing Board
@NIPolicingBoardOct 13
Our vice chair and chief executive lending their support to this campaign. Hate crime is completely unacceptable in all its forms, and tackling this issue requires an all-society response.
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Police Service NI (@PoliceServiceNI) profile picturePolice Service NI
@PoliceServiceNIOct 13
This @NationalHCAW put yourself in the shoes of victims and imagine the fear, isolation and distress they must feel. If you are the victim of a hate crime we are here to help. If you are a witness please speak out. #HateCrimeAwarenessWeek #NoPlaceForHate
A pair of black and white trainers on tarmac with the words “Put yourself in their shoes” written in chalk-style text. To the right, bold text reads: “#HateCrimeHurts – To stop it, report it.” Logos at the bottom include the Hate Crime Advocacy Service, Northern Ireland Policing Board, Policing and Community Safety Partnerships and the Police Service of Northern Ireland, with a web link to psni.police.uk.

ALT A pair of black and white trainers on tarmac with the words “Put yourself in their shoes” written in chalk-style text. To the right, bold text reads: “#HateCrimeHurts – To stop it, report it.” Logos at the bottom include the Hate Crime Advocacy Service, Northern Ireland Policing Board, Policing and Community Safety Partnerships and the Police Service of Northern Ireland, with a web link to psni.police.uk.

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Office of the Chief Constable@ChiefConPSNIOct 9
Chief Constable Jon Boutcher was delighted to welcome Their Royal Highnesses @KensingtonRoyal to Police Headquarters today, where they met with officers and staff, and discussed the vital work they do to keep our communities safe.
Catherine, Princess of Wales, smiling as she steps out of a car to greet a man in uniform.

ALT Catherine, Princess of Wales, smiling as she steps out of a car to greet a man in uniform.

Catherine, Princess of Wales, stands between a man in a white uniform and the prince of Wales in a suit who are shaking hands.

ALT Catherine, Princess of Wales, stands between a man in a white uniform and the prince of Wales in a suit who are shaking hands.

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Office of the Chief Constable@ChiefConPSNIOct 8
Chief Constable Jon Boutcher presented long service awards to 30 officers and staff at this afternoon’s ceremony at the @PoliceCollegeNI. Thank you and congratulations to everyone who has dedicated their careers to serving local communities and keeping people safe.
Chief Constable Jon Boutcher with a police officer and a police staff member receiving their long service awards, standing in front of a backdrop showing the Police Service of Northern Ireland crest.

ALT Chief Constable Jon Boutcher with a police officer and a police staff member receiving their long service awards, standing in front of a backdrop showing the Police Service of Northern Ireland crest.

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NI Policing Board
@NIPolicingBoardOct 8
A great chance for our Chair and Vice Chair to visit Ards & North Down District today to learn more about the hard work of the officers and staff. Thanks to Supt McDowell and Ch Insp Hutchinson for hosting us.
Two PSNI officers and the Chair and Vice Chair stand smiling at the camera, flanking a liveried police car.

ALT Two PSNI officers and the Chair and Vice Chair stand smiling at the camera, flanking a liveried police car.

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NIA Education@NIAEducationOct 5
Many thanks to Year 11 Politics Class and staff @BangorGrammar (North Down) for taking part in our session and for discussing current issues with @alcham49 @ClaireHanna @StephenDunneMLA @petermartindup @connieegan94 @AndrewMuirNI @GildernewColm @RobbieButlerMLA
Alan Chamber MLA, Clare Hanna MP, Stephen Dunne MLA, Peter Martin MLA, Andrew Muir MLA, Connie Egan MLA, Colm Gildernew MLA and Robbie Butler meeting students from Bangor Grammar

ALT Alan Chamber MLA, Clare Hanna MP, Stephen Dunne MLA, Peter Martin MLA, Andrew Muir MLA, Connie Egan MLA, Colm Gildernew MLA and Robbie Butler meeting students from Bangor Grammar

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South Eastern Trust@setrustAug 27
If you or someone you love needs urgent or emergency care this Bank Holiday we are here to help👇 Please remember that your Pharmacist can also assist with common minor ailments. GP out of hours cannot issue repeat prescriptions or attend to dental emergencies.
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South Eastern Trust@setrustAug 26
We have exciting opportunities available across our #TeamSET Bank 📣 🔷 Bank Staff Nurse – Band 5 🔷 Bank Senior Nursing Assistant – Band 3 🔷 Bank Nursing Assistant – Band 2 Find out more and apply 👉 jobs.hscni.net
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South Eastern Trust@setrustAug 21
“Because of Cancer Prehab, I recovered a lot quicker than I was expected to” ✨ The Cancer Prehabilitation Programme has welcomed its 1,000th patient! Offering exercise, nutrition & emotional wellbeing support, it helps patients prepare for cancer treatment & recover quicker 💙
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RetailNI@retail_niAug 11
Great to be in Bangor for the local High Street Hero Awards. Thanks to @BangorChamberNI Alex Easton MP, @connieegan94 @alcham49 @StephenDunneMLA @ANDborough -vote for your favourite independent retailer via belfastlive.co.uk/hsh
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Police Service NI
@PoliceServiceNIJun 25
This International Day of Prayer for Emergency Services, we are taking time to appreciate the work which emergency services do to keep people safe.
International Day of Prayer for Emergency Services. Thursday 26th June.

ALT International Day of Prayer for Emergency Services. Thursday 26th June.

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NI Policing Board
@NIPolicingBoardJun 23
Next Thursday, we’ll be hosting our July accountability session with @PoliceServiceNI and the @NCA_UK Director General at the earlier time of 10am. Find out how to come along on our website, or watch live on youtube.com/nipolicingboardl…
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Police Service NI
@PoliceServiceNIJun 21
Today on Father's Day we recognise and thank our officers and staff who are spending the day away from their families working to keep communities safe.
Happy Father's Day.

ALT Happy Father's Day.

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Ulster Unionist Party
@uuponlineJun 15
The record speaks for itself.
Alliance Party (@allianceparty) profile pictureAlliance Party@alliancepartyJun 15
The UUP has lined up behind the DUP in blocking progress. NI had the chance to follow the evidence and raise the minimum age of criminal responsibility, ensuring we were no longer the lowest in Europe. Instead, the DUP, UUP & TUV banded together to block the democratic process.
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Department of Health
@healthdptJun 12
The Health Minister has announced a one-off Meningococcal B (MenB) vaccination programme for adolescents in Northern Ireland. The eligible cohorts include: - All of current school year 14 age group - Anyone, up to 25 years of age, who will be attending Higher Education...1/2
A graphic with a picture of Health Minister Mike Nesbitt. Text beside the picture reads: “I strongly recommend those young people who are eligible to take up the offer of a vaccination, particularly those planning to go to Higher Education or a Residential Further Education Institution for the first time this Autumn.”

ALT A graphic with a picture of Health Minister Mike Nesbitt. Text beside the picture reads: “I strongly recommend those young people who are eligible to take up the offer of a vaccination, particularly those planning to go to Higher Education or a Residential Further Education Institution for the first time this Autumn.”

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Department of Health
@healthdptJun 4
🙏 "I want to say thank you to @CLARE_CIC for everything they do." 👥 The Health Minister and Chief Pharmaceutical Officer spoke with CLARE volunteers, staff and service users. 🏘️ Minister Nesbitt praised their work and said it tied in perfectly with the Neighbourhood Model.
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Department of Health
@healthdptJun 3
📈 The Health Minister has confirmed a collective effort has delivered significant reductions in longest waits for patients and a number of named paediatric (children’s) procedures. 👉 Read the full breakdown here: health-ni.gov.uk/news/health…
A graphic detailing the stats for waiting lists progress from April 2025 - March 2026.

ALT A graphic detailing the stats for waiting lists progress from April 2025 - March 2026.

A graphic detailing the stats for waiting lists progress from April 2025 - March 2026.

ALT A graphic detailing the stats for waiting lists progress from April 2025 - March 2026.

A graphic detailing the stats for waiting lists progress from April 2025 - March 2026.

ALT A graphic detailing the stats for waiting lists progress from April 2025 - March 2026.

A graphic detailing the stats for waiting lists progress from April 2025 - March 2026.

ALT A graphic detailing the stats for waiting lists progress from April 2025 - March 2026.

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Ulster Unionist Party
@uuponlineJun 3
✅Today's published waiting times statistics tell an important story for patients right across Northern Ireland. Lists are coming down. Waits are getting shorter. Over 16,000 fewer people waiting for an outpatient appointment. Over 4,500 fewer waiting for inpatient treatment. Nearly 3,000 fewer waiting for a diagnostic test. When Mike Nesbitt took on health, he made a promise to the people of Northern Ireland. Today's figures show that promise is being kept, quarter by quarter, patient by patient.
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Ulster Unionist Party
@uuponlineMay 28
Ulster Unionist Party Health Spokesperson Alan Chambers MLA has welcomed the announcement by Health Minister Mike Nesbitt that £80 million will be ringfenced during 2026/27 for elective care and waiting list reduction activity across Northern Ireland. Alan Chambers MLA said: “For too long, too many patients across Northern Ireland faced unacceptably long waits for treatment, often while living in pain, uncertainty and frustration. “This investment demonstrates a clear determination to confront that challenge head on and ensure reducing waiting times remains one of the Executive’s highest priorities. “The Ulster Unionist Party has consistently made the case for the Executive to better support our health service and this announcement again reflects that commitment being translated into real benefit for patients. “Huge progress has already been made in reducing many of the longest waits and the success of last year has shown what can be achieved through sustained investment, protected elective care funding and reform. “The fact that four-year waits have now been eliminated across various specialities would have been unimaginable only a short time ago. But realistically a maximum wait of four years is still too long and that is why new more ambitious targets are being set by the Minister. “Behind every improvement are dedicated staff working under enormous pressure to deliver for patients every day. They deserve enormous credit for the progress now being made across our health service.”
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