Robbie Butler MLA @RobbieButlerMLA

Follower of Jesus Christ, Husband to Belinda, Dad to Robyn, Adam, the fun squad and a Granda! Passionate about people, Northern Ireland and LFC 🐦‍🔥 Northern Ireland Joined June 2018

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Robbie Butler MLA @RobbieButlerMLA

a week ago

@joanne_sansome @NewsLetter_Pols @JonBurrowsMLA Hi Jo. No he didn't. We chatted today and agreed the best solution. Hope that helps and hope you are well

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Robbie Butler MLA @RobbieButlerMLA

a week ago

Accountability, transparency and truth are important. As a recent convert to EV car travel, I have made occasional use of the charging facilities for partial charging, however my main vehicle charging is always done at home. I have claimed only those allowances available under the rules agreed by the Assembly. The Assembly Travel Allowance is not a mileage reimbursement or a direct repayment of fuel or electricity costs. Rather, it is intended to contribute towards the general costs of travel associated with attending Parliament Buildings, including vehicle wear and tear, insurance, motor tax, maintenance and depreciation. The provision of workplace EV charging is fully compliant with Assembly policy and HMRC guidance. Across the UK, workplace EV charging is treated as a separate tax-exempt benefit and does not affect entitlement to travel expenses or allowances. It is also a UK Government wide policy ambition to move to greener and more sustainable transport systems. The EV charging infrastructure has been introduced by the Assembly Commission in 2015 as part of its wider environmental ambition to reduce emissions, support more sustainable travel choices and encourage the transition to lower-carbon transport options. However, recognising the public interest in this matter, I have ceased using the facility and I look forward to an updated policy which continues to recognise the environmental benefits of EV travel while also maintaining public confidence and appropriately balancing the interests of taxpayers. As an individual, and in line with my party’s wishes, I believe it is important to maintain public confidence in the proper use of public funds. While I have acted fully within the rules and any benefit received was legitimately accrued under the arrangements in place, I am happy to engage with the Assembly authorities on this matter, including consideration of repaying any benefit deemed appropriate.

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Joanne Sansome @joanne_sansome

2 weeks ago

My research notes are typed…rabbit holes are my favourite pastime!I have learnt the joy of Speechify and dictating my notes to pages! Thanks again to @RobbieButlerMLA, the @AssemblyLibrary for your support and kindness and @DannyDonnelly1 #TeamDanny #RightsToReality #UNCRPD✊

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Robbie Butler MLA @RobbieButlerMLA

2 weeks ago

@IrishBlue1878 @Emerald007007 You're all very much in our thoughts and prayers Niall

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Niall McNally @IrishBlue1878

2 weeks ago

No sentence was ever going to be long enough but we are grateful to Justice Kinney on his judgement today Echoing what the PSNI and PPS said today if you are in a violent relationship you need to come forward We miss you Nats 💙💙 #EndViolenceAgainstWomenAndGirls

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Steve Aiken @SRAikenUUP

2 weeks ago

Welcome to the world Robbie!! It’s life affirming (remember that on 4 hours sleep) - great to see that Garland smile!!

Richard Garland @richardtgarland

2 weeks ago

Thank you to maternity staff in Royal Victoria Hospital who go above and beyond to look after the women and babies in their care. Welcome to the world Robbie David Richard Garland. We are so proud of you.❤️

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Sheena McMullen @mcmullen_sheena

2 weeks ago

📢ICYMI: Last week, JRF launched the Disability and Poverty in NI report. This work was supported by an amazing Research Advisory Group & key organisations involved in providing support services in NI. You can hear some of their thoughts below & find the full report in this 🧵

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Robbie Butler MLA @RobbieButlerMLA

2 weeks ago

@richardtgarland Love his first name btw ☺️

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Robbie Butler MLA @RobbieButlerMLA

2 weeks ago

@EANInews Another great evening with some wonderful young future leaders....and fellow older guy David Smith ☺️

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Evangelical Alliance NI @EANInews

2 weeks ago

On Monday, our Public Leader Programme participants spent an inspiring evening at Stormont, enjoying a tour, dinner, and an interview with @RobbieButlerMLA as they reflected on the opportunities and challenges of navigating faith in politics.

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2 weeks ago

Carbon capture is an important growing industry in Northern Ireland. I was pleased to raise the innovative work of @nuadaCO2, based in South Antrim, and to extend an invite for the Minister to visit. It's welcome to hear his commitment to continue to engage.

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Dominique collins @Domcolllins

2 weeks ago

What a lovely tribute from one decent politician to another. I will be sad to see @patsymcglone retire as he has always been a voice of reason and calming influence, but I wish him a long and happy retirement.

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@patsymcglone See ya on Monday my friend 💪

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Robbie Butler MLA @RobbieButlerMLA

2 weeks ago

As @patsymcglone steps down after decades of service to his community, Northern Ireland politics loses one of its genuine gentlemen. While many of us talk about friendships that exist beyond the Chamber, Patsy is one of the few who can wear that honour with pride and without fear of contradiction. A detail-oriented politician with an inquisitive mind, sound judgement, and a personality it would be impossible not to like, he has earned respect across political divides. I genuinely will miss Patsy. He represents the very best of public service, the very best of politics, and the very best in us. Apart from not being a Unionist of course, nobody's perfect 😛 Wishing him every happiness in the years ahead. Go n-éirí an bóthar leat agus gach sonas ort sa todhchaí.

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Ciarán Ó Coigligh @ctaoc

2 weeks ago

Is fear ionraic @patsymcglone is a man of integrity & tá an ceart ar fad ina bhreithiúnas ag @RobbieButlerMLA is absolutely right in his estimation.

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2 weeks ago

@BreegeHannify Thanks Breege. Not a single word that wasn't meant

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Breege Hannify @BreegeHannify

2 weeks ago

Tributes come in many forms, these words from Robbie Butler Ulster Unionist give you faith in humanity. Patsy McGlone respected by all sides. Wonderful tribute with grace,style & some good humour.

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Robbie Butler MLA @RobbieButlerMLA

2 weeks ago

👏 Well done to the Friends of Fleming Fulton and Principal Karen Hancock on today’s hugely successful fundraiser for Fleming Fulton School! 💙 I even got to be a “Ghostbuster for a day” 👻🚫 thankfully with a little more enthusiasm than expertise! Sadly, a walk around the school makes it clear just how urgently investment is needed to maintain the facilities, never mind transform them. 🏫 But what shines through above all else is the incredible resilience, dedication and capacity within our Special Schools sector. 🌟 The staff, pupils, families and supporters have so much to be proud of. Thank you to everyone who helped make today such a success. 🙌 #FlemingFulton #SpecialSchools #Education #CommunitySupport #FundraisingSuccess #GhostbusterForADay