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BIDEN-HARRIS MEETING ‘EXTREMELY BENEFICIAL’ – FOSTER AND O’NEILL

Last weeks meeting with President of The United States, Joe Biden and Vice President of the United States, Kamala Harris was extremely beneficial, the First Minister and deputy First Minister have said. The meeting, which was hosted by Vice President Harris, took place as part of the annual programme of St Patrick’s Day engagements in […]

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Alliance Councillor Calls for the Divestment of Pension Funds From Fossil Fuels

22nd March 2021, Downpatrick: Local Rowallane councillor, Patrick Brown, is again raising the issue of divesting councillors’ pension funds away from fossil fuels, following his successfully passed motion two years ago. Cllr Brown said: “After recent findings from environmental activist groups have come to light, it is my understanding that the Northern Ireland Local Government […]

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“This is mindlessly reckless and has to be condemned outright,” McNulty.

Following the discovery of a viable device on the Newtown Road, Camlough. SDLP MLA Justin McNulty has condemned those behind the device. Speaking to Clanrye News and Sport SDLP MLA Justin McNulty said: “The “bomb” was a viable device, a discovery he said was “very frightening news. This is mindlessly reckless and has to be […]

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Suspicious Device Discovered At Camlough Lake

Slieve Gullion area Sinn Féin Councillor Oonagh Magennis has confirmed that a suspicious device has been found at Camlough Lake and  is being examined. The local Councillor said, “There are currently diversions in place as the Newtown Road has been closed. The discovery of this suspicious device  has caused serious inconvenience to local residents and […]

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Northern Ireland Tech Entrepreneur Launches FREE App to Help Motorists

“Where did you put the letter I got the other day?” “I didn’t touch it, but you leave everything lying about, so it’s your own fault if it’s in the bin, which, by the way, was emptied this morning!”It’s a conversation that’s played out in households every day.And it has led to, ahem, heated debates […]

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Newtown Rd, Camlough Closed due to Suspicious Object.

The Newtown Road at Camlough Lake, just outside Camlough, Co. Armagh, has been closed in both directions following the discovery of a suspicious object. Local diversions are now in place however members of the public are asked to avoid the area whilst the object is examined. ENDS

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Further Comment From Supporting Women Newry

We note with concern that Bernie smith and supporters, attended a gathering in ballymena yesterday, where there was no social distancing or adherence to COVID regs.We have deep reservations about their presence again in Newry tomorrow (Monday) and are calling on relevant local authorities to deal with this matter in the appropriate manner.Whilst we are […]

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MINISTERS ANNOUNCE PROGRAMME OF REGULAR COVID-19 TESTING IN SCHOOLS

Health Minister Robin Swann and Education Minister Peter Weir have announced a programme of regular testing for Covid-19 is to be introduced in schools in Northern Ireland. Departmental officials will be liaising with the education sector in the coming days to discuss operational preparation and delivery with a view to rolling out the programme in […]

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BOOK EARLY, BOOK NOW – SWANN

Health Minister Robin Swann has reminded everyone aged 60 and over that the best time to book their Covid-19 vaccination is now. The Minister said: “We will be extending the vaccination programme to other age groups before very long, and that means many more people will be looking to fill appointment slots. So if you are […]

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MURPHY ESTABLISHES FISCAL COUNCIL AND COMMISSION

Finance Minister, Conor Murphy has announced the establishment of a Fiscal Council and a Fiscal Commission. Making the announcement, Conor Murphy said: “The establishment of the Fiscal Council and the Fiscal Commission represents a real step forward for the public finances. “Putting the Fiscal Council in place will bring greater transparency and independent scrutiny to the […]

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CONNECTIVITY KEY TO ECONOMIC GROWTH – DODDS

Economy Minister Diane Dodds has welcomed the publication of Sir Peter Hendy’s Union Connectivity Review Interim Report. Speaking of the publication of the Report the Minister said: “This is an ambitious Report which aims to deliver a UK-wide transport network that encompasses sea, rail, air and road. Improved connectivity through a better connected network is […]

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HARGEY ANNOUNCES RELEASE OF £7.5MILLION TO SUPPORT CHARITIES

Communities Minister Deirdre Hargey has announced the release of over £7.5million of awards to support charities facing financial difficulty as a result of the pandemic. Over 300 charities are being offered the funding after successfully applying to Phase 2 of the Covid-19 Charities Fund. The money is awarded to support unavoidable costs and eliminate deficits […]