We're glad to see that the IRA has taken a significant step towards decommissioning but it hasn't actually begun decommissioning. And of course we want to see that happen.

The IRA weren't getting what they wanted out of the talks. This is their response.

[Since Sinn Fein has repeatedly insisted it is separate from the IRA,] Sinn Fein promises are not bankable, ... There has to be a commitment from the IRA, from the whole republican movement, in a credible manner.

I am glad to see OU step up to the plate and take initiative,

We are glad to see solid operational performance even though a much larger-than-expected goodwill write down was taken for the AOL and cable divisions, about $45 billion in total.

Whilst I welcome the fact that the minister has taken this step, I am exasperated by the executive's foot-dragging on the need for a replacement crossing.