UUP leader Jon Burrows says he has never discussed electoral pacts with the DUP. In comments reported by multiple outlets, Burrows states that while he is open to unionist co-operation, he has not held talks with DUP representatives about arrangements that would involve electoral collaboration or pact-making. Both sources frame his position as a clarification in response to claims or speculation about potential coordination between the two unionist parties. The reporting indicates that Burrows distinguishes between broader co-operation among unionist parties and specific discussions about electoral pacts. No details are provided about any formal talks between the UUP and DUP, and the available accounts focus on Burrows’ assertion that such discussions have not taken place. The statements therefore present the UUP leader’s view of the current state of inter-party engagement, with an emphasis on the absence of any pact-related discussions. The outlets do not report any counter-claims from the DUP in the material provided.