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David Ford Leader of the Alliance Party |
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| David Ford | <david.ford@allianceparty.org> | 10th May 2008 |
About David FordMLA for South Antrim and Leader of the Alliance Party of Northern IrelandA highly active politician and one of the most vociferous supporters of the principle of partnership government, David Ford has done much to establish Alliance as the party of constructive opposition in the Assembly. He has campaigned for the building of a united community and opposed Government actions which have reinforced divisions. He now leads a team of nine 'United Community' MLAs at Stormont. He has become known for his campaigning to improve the Northern Ireland rail network. He also has an extensive knowledge of rural affairs, both regarding agriculture and the wider social issues. Within the environmental field, David Ford has campaigned on nature conservation, protection of hares, planning and waste management issues. He has strongly supported the introduction of alternative renewable energy. AssemblyAs Leader of Alliance, David was responsible for breaking the deadlock over the election of a First Minister and Deputy First Minister in October 2001. He remains committed to building on the Good Friday Agreement to bring about a non-sectarian society. He opposes the sectarian aspects of the St Andrews proposals. David is married with three daughters and one son. He was previously a Social Worker with the Northern Health and Social Services Board in Antrim, Newtownabbey and Carrickfergus. Political Career
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