South Antrim MP Robin Swann has praised the exceptional work of the PSNI Dog Training Team and kennel staff following a recent visit to their headquarters at Steeple in Antrim. During his visit to the Steeple Training Campus, Mr Swann observed first-hand the high standard of training and the recently upgraded facilities that prepare the Dog Section for duty. The tour included live demonstrations of the dogs’ capabilities including property searches and suspect apprehension. H

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South Antrim MP Robin Swann has joined with Labour MP Alex McIntyre to challenge the Government over post-Brexit trade barriers facing the eel fishing industry. In a joint letter to the Minister for Food Security and Rural Affairs, Dame Angela Eagle MP, Mr Swann and Mr McIntyre have requested an urgent meeting with the Minister, alongside other interested MPs, to discuss export options under the current SPS agreement. The issue is of local significance to Mr Swann due to the

South Antrim MP Robin Swann has welcomed a direct admission from Ofcom that Royal Mail’s current performance is "not acceptable". In a response to the Mr Swann, Ofcom Chief Executive Dame Melanie Dawes confirmed that persistent delivery delays have had a serious impact on families, communities and businesses. The response follows a letter sent by Mr Swann last month, in which he challenged the regulator over poor service levels and employment practices reported by his constit

The first signs of an algal bloom have already been detected in Lough Neagh this year. That means, once again, we are likely to face the now familiar and deeply concerning sight of our largest freshwater body turning green as we move into the summer months. For many, the scale of the problem only truly hit home when images showed the green glow of the lough visible from space. It should not take satellite imagery to tell us that this situation is neither sustainable nor accep

South Antrim MP Robin Swann has challenged the Government to provide a progress report on the supply of veterinary medicines in Northern Ireland following the full implementation of the Windsor Framework requirements. In a letter to Baroness Hayman at the Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs, Mr Swann followed up on a December 2025 meeting held with the Minister alongside Robbie Butler MLA, Chair of Stormont's Agriculture, Environment and Rural Affairs Committee

South Antrim MP Robin Swann has voiced his frustration following a response from the Minister of Agriculture, Environment and Rural Affairs Andrew Muir MLA confirming that there are no current plans to ban the use of snares in Northern Ireland. The Minister stated that while animal welfare remains a priority, a ban on snares was not included in his department's "Animal Welfare Pathway" published in 2025. The Minister cited a full legislative schedule and limited time remainin

South Antrim MP Robin Swann has welcomed a response from the Minister for Local Transport, Lilian Greenwood MP, regarding the progress of the motor insurance taskforce. The Minister confirmed the taskforce is focusing on driving down claim costs by rooting out inefficiencies and reducing opportunities for fraud and theft to stabilise premiums. The update also highlighted the new Road Safety Strategy and a consultation on tougher penalties for those driving without insurance o

South Antrim MP Robin Swann is calling for an urgent VAT reduction to 10% for the hospitality sector following visits to independent businesses in Ballyclare. Brown's Coffee Co. Mr Swann recently met with the owners of Brown's Coffee Co. and Café Roo to discuss the sustainability of local coffee shops. During the visits, business owners detailed the severe impact of rising operating costs, specifically the surging prices of core ingredients, energy bills, and staff wages. The

​ South Antrim MP Robin Swann has raised concerns with the Department for Infrastructure following reports from constituents that Post Offices across Antrim have run out of driving licence renewal forms. Mr Swann was contacted by residents who were unable to obtain the necessary paperwork at local branches. While DFI has confirmed that a new batch of forms has been printed and dispatch is imminent, the shortage has caused disruption. Mr Swann said: "Constituents have been lef

South Antrim MP Robin Swann has expressed serious concern that the Government’s approach to Troubles-related sexual offences is placing an unsustainable strain on the PSNI and failing victims of sexual offences. During Northern Ireland Office Questions on 25 March, the Secretary of State, Hilary Benn MP, reiterated that the Investigation on Information Recovery (ICIR) will only examine sexual offences if they meet the specific threshold of causing death or seriously injured.

South Antrim MP Robin Swann has welcomed a recent update from Health Minister Mike Nesbitt MLA regarding the future of the Muckamore Abbey Hospital site having raised this issue with the Minister at the start of this month. The Minister has committed to ensuring that all decisions about the Muckamore site reflect system need and demonstrate value for money. Crucially, the Minister stated that future plans must contribute positively to the future shape of health and social car

South Antrim MP Robin Swann has sponsored a cross-party motion in Parliament calling for an immediate overhaul of the student finance system. The motion follows data showing that current repayment thresholds are on track to reach parity with the minimum wage by 2031. Mr Swann warned that the current model, which has seen maintenance grants abolished and repayment periods extended, is no longer fit for purpose and is unfairly penalising graduates. The motion outlines several u

Robin Swann MP has challenged the Department for Infrastructure over a significant parking fine error related to Granges Street in Ballyclare. While the Department has long repeated that it has no responsibility to maintain the road or repair a large pothole that caused significant disruption to local businesses, it has emerged that they have been actively fining people for parking on the same stretch. Information obtained by Mr Swann revealed that the DFI issued fines to fo

South Antrim MP Robin Swann has welcomed a formal commitment from the Government that Northern Ireland will be fully included in the Tobacco and Vapes Bill following a robust debate in the House of Commons. Speaking in the House, Mr Swann, a former Health Minister, argued that the legislation is a common-sense move for the health of the United Kingdom. The former Health Minister sought specific clarity on the UK-wide application of the Bill. During the debate, Mr Swann to

Ulster Unionist MP and Northern Ireland Affairs Committee member Robin Swann has welcomed the publication of the Committee’s Report, Economic growth in Northern Ireland. Robin Swann MP said: “Northern Ireland should be a place where business feels supported and confident to grow and invest. That will only happen if both the UK Government and the Northern Ireland Executive do the work required to remove the barriers and provide proper backing. “SMEs are a dominant business str

South Antrim MP Robin Swann has welcomed a positive response from Antrim and Newtownabbey Borough Council to his call for the use of silent or low-noise fireworks at council events. The Council has confirmed it will now consider silent or low-noise alternatives for future public displays following the adoption of a motion on the issue. Responding to Mr Swann, Chief Executive Richard Baker outlined plans for officers to review event planning and procurement processes, assess t

Robin Swann MP recently visited the new HANNON Steel premises at Nutts Corner, meeting the team and viewing the company’s purpose-built facility as the business begins a phased move into the site. The visit provided an opportunity to see first-hand the HANNON Group’s investment in the HANNON Steel facility, part of the group’s wider redevelopment of the former RAF base at Nutts Corner. The new premises have been developed to better serve HANNON Steel’s customers, providin

South Antrim MP Robin Swann has welcomed a commitment from Antrim and Newtownabbey Borough Council to resolve ongoing issues with rural bin collections on the Steeple Road between Antrim and Kells. In response to an intervention by Mr Swann, the Council confirmed that route sheets have been adjusted and contractors have been spoken to directly to ensure wheelie boxes are no longer missed. In addition to fixing the immediate collection issues, the Council has pledged to immedi

Robin Swann MP has said the Minister for Infrastructure's response to his concerns makes it clear that the initial departmental reaction to recent flooding in Antrim failed to meet the needs of local residents. In a letter to the South Antrim MP, Minister Liz Kimmins detailed the timeline of the departmental response during the January floods and confirmed that multiple attempts to clear water using gully emptiers and standard pumps proved completely ineffective. Mr Swann sai