Alliance Party of Northern Ireland facts for kids

The Alliance Party of Northern Ireland is a political party in Northern Ireland. It believes in liberal ideas, which means it supports individual rights and freedoms for everyone. The party is also non-sectarian. This means it does not favor one religious or political group over another. Instead, it tries to bring people together. The Alliance Party does not take a side on whether Northern Ireland should stay in the United Kingdom or join the Republic of Ireland.

Currently, the party has 8 out of 90 seats in the Northern Ireland Assembly. The Assembly is like the local parliament for Northern Ireland. The current leader of the Alliance Party is Naomi Long.

What the Alliance Party Believes In

The Alliance Party wants to build a shared future for everyone in Northern Ireland. They believe that people from different backgrounds can work together. They focus on common ground rather than differences. This is why they are called "non-sectarian."

The party supports a fair and equal society. They want to make sure everyone has the same chances in life. This includes good education and healthcare for all. They also care about protecting the environment.

How the Party Started

The Alliance Party was started in 1970. This was a time when there was a lot of conflict in Northern Ireland. The party was formed by people who wanted to find peaceful ways to solve problems. They aimed to bring together people from different communities.

Their goal was to create a society where everyone felt safe and included. They wanted to move away from old divisions.

The Alliance Party Today

The Alliance Party has grown over the years. In 2010, the party gained its first elected Member of Parliament (MP). An MP is a person who represents an area in the main UK Parliament in London. This was a big step for the party.

The Alliance Party often works with other political groups. They are considered close to the British Liberal Democrats. This means they share many similar ideas and goals. They continue to work for a peaceful and fair Northern Ireland.

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  David Ford led the Alliance between 2001 and 2016.

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In Spanish: Partido de la Alianza de Irlanda del Norte para niños