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SDLP Questions Minister’s Failure to Support Small Businesses

SDLP Economy Spokesperson Sinéad McLaughlin has questioned Minister Conor Murphy’s failure to bid for support for small and medium-sized enteprises (SMEs). He confirmed in the Assembly on Tuesday that he did not bid for any funding in the latest monitoring round. Business groups had asked the Minister to provide support in the context of rises […]

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Government International Politics Stormont

University Belfast and Ulster University Conferred Honorary Doctorates on Joseph Kennedy III

The Speaker of the Northern Ireland Assembly, Edwin Poots MLA, has hosted a joint ceremony at Parliament Buildings during which Queen’s University Belfast and Ulster University conferred honorary doctorates on Joseph Kennedy III, President Biden’s Special Envoy for Economic Affairs. The Speaker spoke during the ceremony held in the Great Hall on Wednesday. He said: […]

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Business Community Government Politics Westminster

SDLP Highlights Impact of Immigration Changes on NI Businesses

SDLP Leader Claire Hanna MP has highlighted the negative impact of changes to immigration rules on businesses in Northern Ireland. Ms Hanna hosted a Westminster Hall debate on Wednesday to highlight the effect of changes to immigration policy which were introduced by the previous Conservative Government in their dying months. South Belfast and Mid Down […]

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Business Community Constituency Government Newry Newry and Armagh Politics South Armagh Stormont Westminster

Murphy Raises Key Economic Issues For North With British Government

Economy Minister Conor Murphy raised a number of key economic issues with British Government Ministers during a visit to London. The discussions included concerns on the introduction of the Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) Scheme, support for renewable energy developments, and the previously paused Enhanced Investment Zone for the north of Ireland. Speaking afterwards Minister Murphy […]

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

‘£350m Investment Underlines Executive’s Commitment to Health’

Sinn Féin MLA Liz Kimmins has welcomed £350 million worth of funding for health which has been allocated by Finance Minister Caoimhe Archibald. This means the majority of available funds will go to the health department. The party’s health spokesperson said: “Today’s announcement that £350 million will be going to the health department is welcome […]

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Armagh Community Constituency Government Infrastructure Newry and Armagh Stormont

Boylan Urges Road Users to Stay Safe and Be Vigilant

Sinn Féin MLA Cathal Boylan has urged road users to do everything in their power to stay safe and be vigilant on our roads. Speaking ahead of the upcoming World Day of Remembrance for Road Traffic Victims on Sunday, 17 November, the party’s transport spokesperson said: “Unfortunately many families continue to suffer the tragedy of […]

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Christmas Lights Switch On Events Across Newry, Mourne and Down Announced

Newry Mourne and Down District Council is getting ready to light up the district this festive season!  Dates are set and Christmas lights will be turned on across its towns and city at Switch On events happening between Thursday 21 November and Saturday 7 December. These evenings will provide everyone with plenty of opportunities to enjoy […]

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Campaigns Community Constituency Daisy Hill Health Newry Newry and Armagh

Newry: Aontú Raises Serious Concerns About Maternity Services at Daisy Hill Hospital

Aontú rep Sharon Loughran has raised serious concerns about maternity services at Daisy Hill Hospital. The Newry based rep says: “In recent weeks there has been heightened concern about the situation regarding maternity services at Daisy Hill Hospital. Patients have been diverted to Craigavon Hospital. Some maternity staff at Daisy Hill report being told at […]

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Community Constituency Health Newry Newry and Armagh

Southern Area Hospice Invites You to “Light Up a Life” This Christmas

Light up the life of someone you love this year by dedicating a light to them on the Southern Area Hospice Christmas tree.Each Christmas their beautiful tree is adorned with thousands of white lights, each one shining in honour of someone special who is lovingly remembered.   The tree will be illuminated at a special ceremony […]

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Community Constituency Obituaries South Down Warrenpoint

The Death Has Occurred of Aisling McGivern

McGivern (Warrenpoint) 9th November 2024, peacefully at hospital surrounded by her family, Aisling, dearly loved daughter of Emmett Thomas and Fiona, loving sister of Claire and Ciarán, cherished sister-in-law of Kevin and Chloe, adored auntie of Katie-Rose and Donnacha and a much-loved niece and cousin. May her soul rest on peace. Aisling’s remains will repose […]

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Over £62 million In Additional Benefits Sees £21 million Boost For Pensioners

Over £62 million in additional benefits has been generated in 2023/24 by a Department for Communities service which helps people access entitlements they have not been claiming. Communities Minister Gordon Lyons welcomed the annual Make the Call Wraparound Service results and highlighted an additional benefit uptake of £21.3 million by pensioners. The results also showed […]

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Community Constituency Newry Newry and Armagh Obituaries

The Death Has Occurred of Nicola Matthews

Matthews, Nicola – R.I.P.  Banbridge and formerly Newry.  10th November 2024, peacefully at home, surrounded by family and close friends.  Beloved mother of Simon, Eugene and Eoin, nanny to Amelia, Brianna, Rosie and Carter, dear sister of Donna, Colleen and Valerie, daughter of the late Val and Lilian Matthews, a loving friend to Mary and […]