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Alliance South Down MLA Andrew McMurray has commended the work done by the local National Trust, and reaffirmed his commitment to preserving and regenerating South Down’s natural environment. He spoke following a meeting with Victoria Magreehan and Patrick Lynch at Thomas’ Quarry, Slieve Donard. Mr McMurray has said: “It was great to have the opportunity […]
Sinn Féin MLA Cathy Mason has said the British government must increase the subsidy for childcare providers to make childcare more affordable. The party’s spokesperson on childcare and early years said: “Childcare providers are struggling to keep their doors open due to increased operating costs, and difficulties faced recruiting and retaining workers. “I have written […]
Detectives are investigating a robbery in the Downpatrick area on Friday evening, 2nd August. Detective Sergeant Cole said: “Police received a report shortly before 10.45pm that a man and woman aged in their 20s had boarded the ferry from Portaferry to Strangford as foot passengers at around 8.45pm. “While onboard, they were approached by a […]
Detectives are continuing to investigate a recent firearms-related report in Downpatrick. Detective Inspector Johnston said: “Police received a report at approximately 3.45pm on Saturday, 20th July of a shooting at a bowling club in the Owenbeg Avenue area of Downpatrick. “It was reported a man, aged in his 40s, and a teenage girl sustained injuries […]
Newry, Mourne and Down District Council was delighted to welcome Tourism Ireland Chief Executive, Alice Mansergh to Mourne Gullion Strangford Geopark recently. The visit was part of a strategic initiative aimed at strengthening relationships with key partners in the tourism industry and exploring new opportunities for collaboration. The Mourne Gullion Strangford Geopark is renowned for […]
Sinn Féin MLA Cathy Mason has said the launch of a consultation on school uniforms is a positive step to reducing costs for parents and families. Cathy Mason said: “It is welcome that the education minister has launched into school uniform costs. “Any step towards making school uniforms more affordable for parents and families is […]
Newry, Mourne and Down District Council’s District Electoral Area Co-Ordinators, in partnership with the Policing & Community Safety Partnership (PCSP), Downpatrick Neighbourhood Policing Team and Lisburn YMCA have organised an information evening for parents/guardians who are concerned about the impact of children smoking vapes. The event which is free of charge will take place on […]
The SDLP has selected Colin McGrath MLA as its candidate for South Down in July’s Westminster election. Mr McGrath is the SDLP Opposition Health Spokesperson and has represented communities in South Down for 19 years as a councillor and MLA. He is a qualified youth worker and has supported young people from all communities to […]
Sinn Féin MP Chris Hazzard has said recent revelations from the Investigatory Powers Tribunal in London has again revealed the extent of British state collusion in denying families truth and justice. Following the release of documents at yesterday’s tribunal which revealed there had been routine surveillance of journalists and the PSNI sought to cover-up the […]
Andrew McMurray has been selected by Alliance to become the new South Down MLA. Mr McMurray was selected by local members to replace outgoing MLA Patrick Brown. Andrew is an outdoor instructor and youth worker, and lives in Castlewellan with his wife and two children. It was a love for outdoor pursuits which led Andrew […]
Sinn Féin MP Chris Hazzard has welcomed confirmation from Stormont’s Economy Minister Conor Murphy today that he is to commence discussions with tourism bodies about the potential of extending ‘Ireland’s Ancient East’ into the north – including South Down. The South Down MP said: “Sinn Féin have been calling for the extension of Ireland’s Ancient […]
An Alliance spokesperson has announced Patrick Brown has resigned as South Down MLA with immediate effect due to personal reasons. A spokesperson said: “It is with regret we announce Patrick’s immediate resignation due to personal reasons. “We thank him for his service, which saw him help Alliance make an historic breakthrough in South Down at […]
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