Jim Allister

Northern Irish lawyer and politician

Jim Allister - Northern Irish lawyer and politician
Born

April 2nd, 1953
72 years ago

Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

Northern Ireland

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A lawyer and politician from Northern Ireland, focused primarily on unionist issues and legal advocacy. Elected as a Member of the Legislative Assembly (MLA) for North Antrim, served as a prominent figure in the Traditional Unionist Voice (TUV), a party founded in 2007. Known for strong opinions on matters such as Brexit and unionism, he has been a vocal critic of various government policies affecting Northern Ireland. Engaged in legal practices, contributed to discussions on constitutional law and regional governance.

Elected MLA for North Antrim

Founded the Traditional Unionist Voice party

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