TUV responds to Unionist Forum proposal
18 December 2012
Statement by TUV Leader Jim Allister:-
“Of course, unionists should co-operate in defence of the Union and thus a serious forum could have a role. However, with the assault on our Unionist culture rooted in the empowerment of IRA/Sinn Fein, TUV expectations will be limited in respect of a forum initiated by those who sustain McGuinness & Co at the top and heart of government.
“This empowerment of Sinn Fein is the fountain head of the constant flow of concessions.
“A forum turning a blind eye to the source of the problem and the anti-democratic nature of the present Stormont structures is unlikely deliver a meaningful and lasting advance for unionism.
“TUV has positive proposals on the flags issue and will canvass support for definitive progress both within any forum and wider afield.
“TUV will evaluate its ongoing involvement in any forum subject to its product.”
