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Campaigns Climate Community Constituency Cost of Living Government Newry Newry and Armagh South Armagh Stormont

Murphy Meets With National Energy Action Charity and Fuel Poverty Coalition

Finance Minister Conor Murphy met with members of the National Energy Action Charity and Fuel Poverty Coalition this morning to discuss the current cost of living crisis. Speaking following the meeting, Minister Murphy said: “I welcomed the opportunity to meet with the National Energy Action Charity and Fuel Poverty Coalition. The current cost of living crisis is […]

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Community Constituency Government Newry Newry and Armagh South Armagh Stormont

Murphy Welcomes European Commission Adoption of £1 Billion PEACE PLUS Programme

Finance Minister, Conor Murphy has welcomed the European Commission’s adoption of the cross-border peace and reconciliation programme – Peace Plus. The new £1 billion programme will be delivered by the Special EU Programmes Body (SEUPB). PEACE PLUS was previously agreed by the Executive, the Irish Government and North South Ministerial Council, it is the biggest […]

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Campaigns Community Constituency Cost of Living Government Lurgan Stormont Upper Bann

O’Dowd Calls for Support for Workers and Families

Sinn Féin MLA John O’Dowd has said it is time for the DUP to work with other parties to support workers and families struggling with the cost of living crisis. The Upper Bann MLA was speaking after the first batch of cost of living payments started to roll out. Mr O’Dowd said: “The opening of […]

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Community Health

Changes to Fit Note Provision

Authorised nurses, occupational therapists, pharmacists and physiotherapists can now certify and issue fit notes in addition to doctors. New legislation has been introduced in Northern Ireland which will allow a wider range of healthcare professionals to certify fit notes. The change will enable patients to get advice and fit notes from their healthcare professional – without […]

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Campaigns Community Cost of Living Politics

BT Group Workers Have Announced a Two-Day National Strike

Over 40,000 BT Group workers have announced a two-day national strike against real-terms pay cuts, as their union claim that greedy bosses have “stuck two fingers up” to key workers. The Communication Workers Union (CWU) – which represents BT Group workers – has today (Friday 15th July) served notice for strike action that will take place […]

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

Kimmins Raises Concerns Over Trust Visiting Policy

Sinn Féin MLA Liz Kimmins has raised concerns with the Southern Trust over its visiting policies after a woman in Newry was unable to see her dying mother in Daisy Hill hospital during her final days. The Newry/Armagh MLA said: “I was contacted by a constituent who is deeply distressed at being unable to visit […]

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Campaigns Community Cost of Living Politics

Royal Mail Workers Vote for Strike Action

Over 115,000 postal workers “will not budge” until they receive a “dignified, proper pay rise” after voting a historic mandate to go on strike. In a ballot announced today (19th July), the Communication Workers Union – which represents Royal Mail Group workers – have voted by 97.6%,  on a 77% turnout, to take action. This represents […]

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Community Constituency Council Government Newry Newry and Armagh NMD Council

Savage to Push for Better Accessibility for Anglers at Newry Canal Fishing Stands

NEWRY SDLP Councillor Michael Savage is to meet with Council officers to discuss potential improvements to access for local anglers at Newry Canal. Councillor Savage met up with members of the VDE Baggers Angling Club this week who had volunteered to strim back overgrown fishing stands and clear the waterway at the canal bank of […]

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Constituency Crime Newry Newry and Armagh

Police Appeal Following Criminal Damage on Warrenpoint Rd, Newry

Police are appealing for information following a report of criminal damage which occurred at the Warrenpoint Road area of Newry. Sergeant Willis said: “On Tuesday 19th July, it was reported to police that damage was caused to outside equipment including flower beds, bins and a swing at premises in the area. The damage is believed to […]

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Campaigns Cost of Living Daisy Hill Government Health Politics Stormont

NHS Pay Rise Held Up Due to DUP Stance on Protocol

The Health Minister has said he will accept the recommendations made by pay review bodies but is unable to move forward without an agreed budget. With Stormont in limbo due to the DUP’s stance on the NI Protocol, the NI Executive is currently unable to meet putting the NHS pay award on ice. Minister Swann […]

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Community Government Health Stormont

Planning Stepped up for Autumn Covid Booster Programme

Health Minister Robin Swann has welcomed the publication of JCVI recommendations on the COVID-19 vaccination programme for autumn 2022. Mr Swann said: “We can now step up our planning to deliver our autumn booster programme in Northern Ireland, based on this JCVI guidance. “Vaccination provides vital protection against COVID-19, and has been particularly effective at reducing […]

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Community Constituency Council Education Government Newry Newry and Armagh NMD Council

Young People Celebrate Irish Language this Year in Irish Language Summer Schemes Across the District

Glacann ár gCathaoirleach, Comhairleoir Michael Savage páirt sa spraoi agus daoine óga ag roinnt agus ag ceiliúradh na Gaeilge i mbliana ag scéimeanna samhraidh fud fad an Cheantar. Maireann cuid de na cúrsaí seachtain agus cuid eile coicís, le réimse gníomhaíochtaí spraíúla curtha ar fáil do pháistí ó 4 bliana d’aois go déagóirí. Bíonn deis […]