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Sinn Féin MLA Ciara Ferguson has said the rise in Housing Executive rents will pile more pressure on families who are already struggling. The party’s housing spokesperson said an Executive is needed now to protect people. Ciara Ferguson said: “Confirmation that Housing Executive rents will be increased by 7% is deeply concerning and will add […]
In response to the Housing Executive’s annual request for a rent increase, the Department for Communities has confirmed that from 4 April 2023, Housing Executive rents will increase by 7%. Rent pays for the housing services provided by the Housing Executive. This below-inflation increase will provide funding for essential maintenance, improvements and investment while also […]
Union warns of `existential crisis’ for health service as NI wages fall further behind 4000 members of Unite the union will join strike action tomorrow (Tuesday) at health and social care workplaces, across Northern Ireland. Workers, including ambulance service workers, are fighting for a fair pay rise and urgent action to avert an `existential crisis’ in […]
Police in Downpatrick have charged a 15-year-old boy with a number of offences including arson, assault on police and attempted grievous bodily harm with intent. The boy is due to appear before Newtownards Youth Court tomorrow, Tuesday, 21st February. As is usual procedure, all charges will be reviewed by the Public Prosecution Service. The charges relate […]
NHS workers will join teachers and other health unions on picket lines next week, GMB announces today (Wednesday). In the midst of the worst cost of living crisis for a generation, NHS workers have been offered real terms pay cuts. Jim Donley GMB regional organiser, said: “NHS staff worked tirelessly through the pandemic – always […]
PREMIER DIVISION as at 18 February 2023 P W D L F A GD Pts Villa Rovers 16 14 1 1 52 20 32 43 Newry Celtic 12 7 1 4 32 15 17 22 Cleary Celtic 8 6 2 0 25 10 15 20 Camlough Rovers 14 5 4 5 17 19 -2 […]
SDLP Representative for Cusher Emmajayne McKernan has called for further investment in Darkley Forest ‘to maximise its potential.’ Mrs McKernan said, “Like many locals I love visiting Darkley Forest for a good walk and enjoy its natural beauty. It’s development has really had a positive impact on so many in terms of health and well-being. Anytime […]
MU SHIELD SEMI-FINAL TIE – KICK OFF 1.30 pm Gilford Crusaders 2 v 4 Cleary Celtic at Woodlands Park, Gilford PREMIER DIVISION – KICK-OFF 2.00 pm Greenfield Park 1 v 0 Camlough Rovers at Jennings Park No.1 Rossowen 1 v 1 Newry Celtic at Kilbroney Park DIVISION ONE – KICK-OFF 2.00 pm […]
By John Harrington Jarlath Burns was elected as Uachtarán Tofa of the GAA at their recent Annual Congress on the first count. He received 158 of the 277 ballots cast, which put him ahead of fellow candidates Pat Teehan (70), and Niall Erskine (49) Armagh native Burns, who is principal of St Paul’s High School, […]
By Paul Higgins A dangerous would-be killer who stabbed his estranged wife 19 times in the chest and abdomen while their daughter tried to save her mummy was handed a jail sentence of 16 years and eight months today (fri). Newry Crown Court heard how the 12-year-old repeatedly kicked Peter McCartney in the face as […]
Detectives are appealing for information and witnesses following recent burglaries in the Newry area. Detective Sergeant Stewart said: “Police received a report shortly before 9.10pm on Friday, 17th February that a house had been broken into in the Ashgrove Park area of the city. “Substantial damage was caused to the inside of the property and […]
Ulster Unionist MLA Mike Nesbitt, is backing the call from the Motor Cycle Union of Ireland (Ulster Centre) for government support to save the sport from collapse. This time last week, it was revealed huge hikes in insurance cover had put at risk events from the North West 200 road races to motorcycle trials. Mike Nesbitt, […]
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