The recent scrutiny of the Executive Office Committee has triggered a heated debate about misogyny, tone, and what democratic accountability is supposed to look like. Some male MLAs have been labelled misogynistic for how they engaged during Committee proceedings. I understand why this has landed so sharply. Women are living through a period where rights feel fragile, respect feels conditional,…
In his late teens a relative was arrested for technical supply of cannabis and has a criminal record that will blight his life. I could also be guilty of the offence of technical supply although I have never been arrested or convicted. When I was 18, I bought some cannabis from a friend I worked with, took it to my…
What is Islamophobia? Islamophobia threatens civil and religious freedom and is therefore incompatible with the Principles of Loyalism. As Loyalists we must therefore stand foursquare against this prejudice. This short article will introduce the concept of Islamophobia and how we as Loyalists can combat it. Watch this excellent explainer from Tell Mama: Islamophobia is a fear, prejudice and hatred of…
“A library in the middle of a community is a cross between an emergency exit, a life-raft and a festival. They are cathedrals of the mind; hospitals of the soul; theme parks of the imagination. On a cold rainy island, they are the only sheltered public spaces where you are not a consumer, but a citizen instead.” Caitlin Moran February…
Her Loyal Voice is relaunching with new weekly content starting 10.02.2025, featuring topics like LGBT+ History Month, International Women’s Day, and activist self-care. Our goal is to amplify loyalist feminist voices. If you are a loyalist woman wanting to share your voice, contact us at herloyalvoice@gmail.com. We have a range of ways to get involved both publicly and privately. We…