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Alliance Call For 'Fundamental Rethink' Of Brexit

Any extension of the Brexit deadline must be used for a "fundamental rethink" on the entire situation, leading to a People's Vote, Alliance Brexit spokesperson Stephen Farry MLA has said.

Following a six-month extension to Article 50 until October 31, Dr Farry said: "An extension of the Brexit deadline is a better option that crashing out without a deal. Any no deal would be a complete disaster for the UK, and an absolute catastrophe for Northern Ireland.

"But this additional time must be used for a fundamental rethink on what is happening with Brexit. We must always be mindful of what is best for people, the business community and civic society in Northern Ireland, and listen to their views, concerns and expertise.

"The window of opportunity to hold a fresh referendum is narrow, but it is achievable and preparations need to begin shortly. Forthcoming European elections will be an opportunity for the electorate to further put pressure on a divided Government and Parliament to put this to the people."

Belfast Apartments Evacuated Over Structural Concerns

Residents of a Belfast apartment block have been told to vacate the premises immediately due to a "serious structural issue".

It is understood the repairs to the Victoria Square complex which houses around 90 flats may take up to 20 weeks. Residents were informed of the issue in a letter from property management firm McGuinness Fleck on Wednesday 10 April.

The shopping centre does not appear to be affected and remains open today, Thursday 11.

The firm is understood to be working to resolve the matter as soon as possible.

Police Appeal For Information On Alleged Flashing Incident In Ballymena

Police have issued an appeal for information after a man allegedly exposed himself to a woman out walking her dog.

According to police, the incident occurred on the evening of Tuesday, 09 April in the Sentry Hill area of Ballymena.

Anyone who may have been in the area on the evening and may have witnessed a suspicious man, or may have been involved in a similar incident, to contact them.

If you have information that you feel may be useful to Police please phone 101 quoting CC1281 09/04/19.