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Community Government Politics Stormont

Letters: Is Northern Ireland Lagging Behind When It Comes to Equality Law?

By Paula Bradshaw MLA Is Northern Ireland lagging behind the rest of the UK and the EU when it comes to protecting vulnerable groups? That’s the question I and the Assembly’s Committee for the Executive Office are asking the public.  We’re keen to gather the views of as many people as possible as part of […]

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Community Government Stormont

House Price Increases In NI

Land & Property Services assisted by the Northern Ireland Statistics & Research Agency today released the House Price Index report for Quarter 2, 2024.                       The Index measures change in the price of residential property sold in Northern Ireland (NI). The Index uses Stamp Duty information on residential property sales recorded by HMRC. The NI House […]

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Community Government Politics Stormont

SDLP: No Executive Plan to Solve Housing Crisis!

SDLP Opposition Housing Spokesperson Daniel McCrossan has said the Executive have no plan to solve the current housing crisis. He was speaking after reports the social housing waiting list has soared to over 47,000 people. Mr McCrossan said the problem would only get worse in the years ahead. West Tyrone MLA Mr McCrossan said: “It has […]

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Community Constituency Newry Newry and Armagh Politics

Letters: Stooping To Their Level

By Stephen Murney The following has been penned by Saoradh’s National Chairperson Stephen Murney in response to comments made by the SDLP leader Colum Eastwood following recent events in Derry. I read, watched and listened with interest to the SDLP leader Colum Eastwood as he referenced “child abuse” in regards to young people involved in […]

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Campaigns Community Constituency Daisy Hill Health Newry Newry and Armagh

Saoradh Remove Racist Material from Daisy Hill Hospital

The Revolutionary Republican Party Saoradh has removed disgusting racist material that was displayed inside Daisy Hill Hospital this morning [August 8th]. A party member was standing in the lift when he noticed a racist display on the wall. Disturblingly several members of medical staff of various nationalities were in the lift at the same time […]

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Community Constituency Crime Government Lurgan Politics Stormont Upper Bann

Resourcing PSNI Is Not An ‘Operational Issue’ – UUP

In 2023 the Police Service of Northern Ireland was in crisis because its rank and file, along with senior officers, had lost confidence in their Chief Constable. That was addressed with a replacement Chief Constable in the form of Jon Boucher, a straight-talking and, dare I say it, charismatic policeman. There was also considerable concern […]

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Albert Basin Park Campaigns Community Constituency Council Government Health Lifestyle Newry Newry and Armagh NMD Council

Have Your Say at Public Consultation Event Organised for Newry City Park

Newry Leisure Centre will host a pre-application public consultation event for the Newry City Park project on Thursday 29 August between 3pm and 9pm. Hosted by Tetra Tech Consulting (NI), the event will provide an opportunity to talk to the designers and ask questions about the project. A comment box facility will also be provided. […]

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Community Constituency Crime Newry Newry and Armagh

Fluid Thrown Over Man During Violent Petrol Bomb Attack In Newry

Detectives are appealing for information following a report of a petrol bomb incident which occurred at the Helen’s Terrace area of Newry on Tuesday 13th August. Detective Sergeant Lewis said: “Shortly after 00:20am, it was reported to police that three men approached a white BMW car parked in the area. It was reported that one […]

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Community

Compare NI Launches Fish4Funds Community Initiative

CompareNI.com is celebrating 15 years helping families save money in Northern Ireland by launching a new initiative to support local clubs. The Fish4Funds community initiative will aim to support five local clubs or teams with a £1000 bursary each. The team at CompareNI conducted a survey which revealed 40% of families here in Northern Ireland […]

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Community Constituency Government Infrastructure Lurgan Stormont Upper Bann

O’Dowd Meets Road Safe NI

Infrastructure Minister John O’Dowd has met the chairman of Road Safe NI Charity, David Jackson. Road Safe NI is a voluntary organisation that promotes safety on the roads, reaching out to local communities and vulnerable road users through its network of local committees. Minister O’Dowd said: “Sadly, 38 people have lost their lives on our roads […]

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Campaigns Community Cost of Living Government Politics Westminster

SDLP: Childcare Costs Must Remain Political Priority

SDLP MP Claire Hanna has welcomed the launch of the childcare subsidy scheme today, encouraging parents to register to receive support.  The South Belfast and Mid Down MP said that this scheme is only part of a package of support needed to help working families.  Claire Hanna MP said: “For years, parents have been speaking […]

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Community Constituency Newry Newry and Armagh

Southern Area Hospice Launches 16th Annual Midnight Memory Walk

Southern Area Hospice, alongside event sponsors McKeevers Chemists, are delighted to invite local individuals to join them at the 16th Annual Midnight Memory Walk, which will take place on Saturday 28th September, at 11pm. Starting at St Colman’s College Newry, this 6km family walk has become a very special event for both the local community […]