Tag Archives: Ian Parsley

Parsley On “Sunday Politics”

How on earth did Ian Parsley……his Wikipedia entry describes him as a politician, business man and linguist get on “Sunday Politics”? He had an obvious delight at merely being on the show. But at least it will earn him some good … Continue reading

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Parsley Re-Joins Alliance……Shock!

I see that Michael Shilliday (on Twitter) refers to Ian Parsley’s Wikipedia entry (I know…..I thought that also)………and I note Ian Parsley has re-joined the Alliance Party. It is getting harder to keep track. Anyway looking forward to seeing Mr Parsley…….a “politician … Continue reading

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From Basil McIvor To Basil McCrea…

I have been watching “liberal unionism” for over forty years. And playing poker almost as long……….and I know a busted flush when I see one. When the cards are dealt, there is some Hope. But it all ends in Failure. … Continue reading

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Parsley Watch

A good night for those of us who have taken a keen interest in the political career of Ian Parsley. Alliance councillor elected on the last count in Holywood DEA (North Down) 2005. Alliance candidate…..defected to Conservative Unionists and stood … Continue reading

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Paula Bradshaw Elected To Alliance Party Executive!!!

When Paula Bradshaw (and then Harry Hamilton) left the UUP ……there was an exchange of views on the Slugger O’Toole (partner of Stratagem who advises Rowntree which funds the Alliance Party) as to whether they would be fast-tracked by the … Continue reading

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Ian “More Parties Than Boy George” Parsley

I am pleased to announce that Ian James Parsley has not published a comment I made on his excellent Blog. Mr Parsley, who has had more Parties than Boy George, has ventured his opinion on “SDLP Unity”. The SDLP is … Continue reading

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