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Chairperson Launches Christmas Food Appeal

Newry, Mourne and Down District Council Chairperson, Councillor Michael Savage has launched a Christmas Appeal to provide food and essential non-food items products to residents who are most in need this Christmas. For many of us, Christmas is a magical time, but we know for many families across our district it can often cause added […]

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Community Constituency Crime Newry Newry and Armagh

Fourth Man Arrested Regarding Newry Murder

Detectives investigating the murder of Mark Lovell in Ardcarn Park, Newry on the evening of Thursday, 1st December have arrested a 28-year-old man today. The man was arrested in the Newry area on suspicion of murder and is currently in custody in Musgrave Serious Crime Suite. Detectives are reiterating their appeal for anyone with information […]

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Business Campaigns Community Daisy Hill Government Health Politics Stormont

NIPSA Health Workers Strike Locations, Monday 12 December

The NIPSA ballot for Industrial Action returned a 92.62% vote for strike action, the NIPSA Health Panel, which represents all branches in Health and Social Care and Health Arms Length bodies has therefore authorised strike action December 12. Strike locations for Monday’s action listed below.

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Campaigns Community Consumer Council NI Cost of Living Government Politics Stormont Westminster

Discretionary Income for the Lowest Earning Households in Northern Ireland Drops by 46% in a Year

Northern Ireland’s lowest earning households have seen their discretionary income decrease by 46.1% compared to last year (from £45.32 to £24.41), meaning they have less than £25 per week to spend after bills and living expenses. These figures come from the Consumer Council’s latest Northern Ireland Household Expenditure Tracker, which is published on a quarterly basis […]

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Police Offer Reassurances to Businesses Over Christmas

The Police Service of Northern Ireland is offering reassurance to retailers and businesses around Northern Ireland that reducing retail crime will be a priority over the festive period. Police are urging retailers to be vigilant and report crime whenever it takes place. Chief Superintendent Darrin Jones, the Service’s Business Crime lead said:  “We understand that […]

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Campaigns Community Constituency Daisy Hill Government Health Newry Newry and Armagh Stormont Westminster

Kimmins Welcomes Supreme Court Decision to Uphold Safe Access Zones Bill

Sinn Féin MLA Liz Kimmins has welcomed a decision by the Supreme Court to uphold the Safe Access Zones Bill passed by the Assembly earlier this year. The Newry and Armagh MLA said: “The Supreme Court has recognised that Safe Access Zones, and legislation passed by the Assembly, does not breach people’s right to protest. “Patients and their […]

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Constituency Crime Newry Newry and Armagh

Police Reiterate Appeal Following Horrific Newry Murder

Detectives from the Police Service of Northern Ireland’s Major Investigation Team have reiterated an appeal for information, and revisited the scene of the murder of Mark Lovell. The 58-year-old was murdered in Ardcarn Park, Newry, on the evening of Thursday 1 December. He was shot a number of times, at close range, while in his car. […]

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Business Campaigns Community Cost of Living Infrastructure

Electric Ireland Increases its Prices Again

Electric Ireland, the third largest electricity supplier in Northern Ireland, has announced (9 December 2022) it is increasing electricity prices by 23.9% for customers from 1 January 2023. This price increase comes into effect at the same time as the Energy Price Guarantee (EPG) rate for electricity changes to a discount of 13.6p/kWh (previously 19.9p/kWh). […]

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Constituency Crime Newry Newry and Armagh

Petrol Bomb Thrown at House in Newry

Detectives are appealing for information following a report of arson with intent at residential premises in the Clanrye Avenue area of Newry on Friday 9th December. Shortly before 7pm, it was reported a petrol bomb was thrown at a house in the area. The object did not ignite, but damage was caused to a living […]

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Constituency Crime Newry Newry and Armagh

Two Men Arrested by Detectives Investigating Murder of Mark Lovell in Newry Released on Bail

Two men aged 45 and 40 arrested by detectives investigating the murder of Mark Lovell in Newry on Thursday 1 December have been released on bail to allow for further police enquiries. A third man aged 34 arrested on Thursday 8 December remains in custody at this time. Detectives are continuing to appeal to anyone […]

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Community Constituency Council Government Newry Newry and Armagh NMD Council South Armagh Sport

Chairperson Hosts Reception for Scór Sinsir 2022 Champions

Newry, Mourne and Down District Council Chairperson, Councillor Michael Savage hosted a reception on Wednesday 7 December 2022 to honour Scór Sinsir 2022 Champions. Councillor Savage paid tribute to the Mullaghabawn CLG All Ireland Instrumental Group Champions; Glasdromain CLG All Ireland Ballad Group Champions and to Donal Morgan, Carrickcruppen GAA All Ireland Recitation Scór Sinsir […]

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Constituency Crime Newry Newry and Armagh

Police Granted Additional Time to Question Suspect on Newry Murder

Detectives investigating the murder of Mark Lovell in Ardcarn Park, Newry, on the evening of Thursday 1 December have been granted an additional 36 hours to question a 34 year old man arrested on suspicion of murder. The arrest follows searches of properties in the Newry area on Thursday 8th December. The man was arrested on […]