Support from political figures for Stormont minister Naomi Long after vaccine passport Twitter abuse

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Subscribe              Nov 18, 2021             Michael Cousins Acting Managing Editor Hello from the team at the News Letter One of the most read stories on our website this morning talks about the possibility of reopening disused railway tunnels under Dungannon for any potential restoration of the railway line, off-road cycling or walking routes. An initial report on the possibility of reopening the two tunnels linked to the Great Northern Railway and Northland Estate came before members of Mid Ulster Council's development committee last week. In other news:  * There has been condemnation after Northern Ireland's Justice Minister was targeted with a torrent of "vile misogynistic" abuse on social media. * Close to declaring a 'major incident'. More than 500 people are waiting on care packages from the Southern Health Trust amid a crisis at Craigavon Hospital this week. * Sammy Wilson has suggested that the DUP could yet block the move to make vaccine passports mandatory after a majority vote at Stormont saw the proposal passed. * Loyalist activist Jamie Bryson should not be facing prosecution for "telling the truth" at a Stormont committee examining a billion pound property deal, the High Court heard yesterday. Thank you for receiving our email newsletters. If you haven't already, you can subscribe to our website, newsletter.co.uk for just £1 a month for 3 months - and it couldn't be easier.  Signing up will get you faster-loading articles, fewer adverts and access to exclusive content and events when we run them. To learn more, visit our Subscriptions page here.             Political figures back Stormont minister Naomi Long after vaccine passport Twitter abuse           There has been condemnation after Northern Ireland's Justice Minister was targeted with a torrent of "vile misogynistic" abuse on social media.                 Strong criticism from some unionists of decision to make vaccine passports mandatory   Sammy Wilson has suggested that the DUP could yet block the move to make vaccine passports mandatory after a majority vote at Stormont saw the proposal passed.           Covid NI: How to apply for a Covid passport in Northern Ireland explained   Stormont ministers have voted for Covid passports to be introduced in Northern Ireland next month, but what are they and how can you get one?           Sammy Wilson fire broadside at COP26 science on climate change   Former Environment Minister Sammy Wilson has issued a broadside at the science world leaders relied on last week when they agreed a climate change action plan.           Bryson 'should not face trial for telling the truth'   Loyalist activist Jamie Bryson should not be facing prosecution for "telling the truth" at a Stormont committee examining a billion pound property deal, the High Court heard yesterday.           Unionists back ex-RUC officers over Kelly's 'sectarian' label   The main unionist parties have backed a call from retired police officers for Dolores Kelly to rethink her disparaging comments about the Royal Ulster Constabulary.           Murphy and Mallon round on DUP stance   Conor Murphy was critical of the DUP's objection to the introduction of vaccine passports.               Restaurants NI: 10 Restaurants in Belfast with 'Elite' Hygiene ratings   10 restaurants in Belfast that have received an 'Elite' hygiene rating from Scores on the Doors.       FSA say that shortage of vets is impacting meat production   A Food Standards Agency warning that meat and poultry producers could face interruptions to their operations in the lead up to Christmas does not, for the time being, apply to Northern Ireland.                             Northern Ireland boss Ian Baraclough urges players not to let standards slip           Ian Baraclough believes Monday's draw with European champions Italy shows his Northern Ireland side can be a match for anybody but has warned his players they cannot afford to let standards slip.                   Michael Duff will not rest in his quest to be the best   No one can accuse Michael Duff of sleeping on the job.       Underdog Jonathan Rea says 'pressure is off' ahead of World Superbike finale in Indonesia   Jonathan Rea says the 'pressure is off' as the reigning six-time World Superbike champion prepares for the final round of the season this weekend in Indonesia.       Graham Ford to step down as Ireland head coach in December   Ireland Men's head coach Graham Ford will step down from his role and leave Cricket Ireland in December.                   View more news

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