Alliance Party Member Sorcha Eastwood Nominated for Westminster Election
MLA Expresses Emotional Response to Nomination
Belfast, Northern Ireland - January 28, 2024
The Alliance Party has nominated Ms. Sorcha Eastwood, MLA for Northern Ireland, as their candidate for the upcoming Westminster election. The announcement was met with an emotional response from Eastwood, who addressed her supporters in tears.
In a statement released shortly after the nomination, Eastwood expressed her gratitude for the party's support and her determination to represent their values in Westminster. "I am honored and humbled to accept this nomination," she said. "The Alliance Party stands for equality, justice, and a shared future for all in Northern Ireland. I will work tirelessly to bring those values to the heart of Westminster."
Eastwood's nomination has been met with widespread support from within the Alliance Party. Party leader Naomi Long hailed Eastwood as "an exceptional candidate" and expressed confidence in her ability to represent the party's principles on a national level.
Eastwood, who has served as an MLA for Northern Ireland since 2010, is a vocal advocate for social justice and equality. Her nomination for the Westminster election is seen as a significant step forward for the Alliance Party, as it marks the first time the party has put forward a candidate for the seat.
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