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Lockhart Backs Industry Taskforce Calls For Increased Support For Flock Owners

MP Carla Lockhart has expressed her concerns about the future of Northern Ireland’s sheep sector and is backing industry calls for more financial support for flock owners. “The 2023 census confirms that around 38% of farmers in Northern Ireland keep sheep, equating to approximately two million head. Although the sheep sector is worth over £109m […]

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MP Carla Lockhart Welcomes Pay and Grading Review Agreement for School Support Staff

Carla Lockhart MP has welcomed the good news that school support staff across Northern Ireland will benefit from an agreed pay and grading review. This resolution, delivered by DUP Minister Paul Givan MLA in partnership with representative unions, marks a significant step forward for the dedicated staff who play such a vital role in supporting […]

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Community Constituency Government Infrastructure Lurgan Stormont Upper Bann

‘Honest Conversations’ Needed Around Road Safety – O’Dowd

As a society, we need to have frank and honest conversations about what we can all do as road users, no matter how we travel, to ensure that everyone gets home safe. That was the message from Infrastructure Minister John O’Dowd as he launched the ‘Road Safety Strategy for Northern Ireland to 2030’, which focuses […]

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Agriculture Business Community Constituency Government Lurgan Politics Upper Bann Westminster

TB and Critical Industry Issues on Agenda For DUP and UFU

MP Carla Lockhart and DUP party colleague and member of the NI Assembly Agriculture Committee, Michelle McIlveen MLA, were welcomed this week to UFU headquarters in Belfast to discuss a number of critical priorities facing the province’s agri-food sector. UFU president William Irvine, deputy president Glenn Cuddy and parliamentary officer Alexander Kinnear highlighted a number […]

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Community Constituency Government Health Lurgan Politics Upper Bann Westminster

DUP MP Welcomes Ban On Puberty Blockers For Children

Carla Lockhart, Member of Parliament for Upper Bann, has welcomed the recent decision to restrict the use of puberty blockers for vulnerable young people in Northern Ireland. This decision comes after her continued advocacy on the issue, including her recent interview on the Nolan show and subsequent media engagements. “I am delighted that common sense […]

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MP Celebrates Local Innovation In Aircraft Industry

Carla Lockhart, Member of Parliament for Upper Bann, expressed her pleasure following a visit to Alice Blu Aero, a new and innovative company based in Ardress, near Loughgall. The company is on the verge of making a significant impact in the lucrative aircraft industry with its cutting-edge seating products. “I was delighted to be invited […]

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Lockhart Celebrates Restoration Of Lurgan Park Fountain

Carla Lockhart, Member of Parliament for Upper Bann, is pleased to announce that the historic Lurgan Park Fountain is once again fully operational. The fountain, which had been out of service since before COVID-19, has been restored thanks to the dedicated efforts of the local council. Lockhart expressed her delight at the restoration following her […]

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Community Constituency Crime Lurgan Upper Bann

Man In 20s Dies Following Lurgan RTC

The Police Service of Northern Ireland can this morning, Sunday 18th August, confirm that a man has sadly died following a two vehicle road traffic collision which occurred in Lurgan on Thursday afternoon, 15th August. Inspector Adair, from the Police Service’s Collision Investigation Unit, said: “Police received a report of a collision involving a Suzuki […]

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Community Constituency Crime Lurgan Upper Bann

Witness Appeal Following Serious Two-Vehicle RTC In Lurgan

Police are appealing for information and witnesses following a serious two-vehicle road traffic collision in Lurgan. Inspector Campbell said: “A report was received at approximately 3.30pm on Thursday, 15th August of a collision involving a Suzuki scrambler and Audi A3 Sport TDI at a roundabout in the Lake Street area. “Officers attended, alongside colleagues from […]

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Resourcing PSNI Is Not An ‘Operational Issue’ – UUP

In 2023 the Police Service of Northern Ireland was in crisis because its rank and file, along with senior officers, had lost confidence in their Chief Constable. That was addressed with a replacement Chief Constable in the form of Jon Boucher, a straight-talking and, dare I say it, charismatic policeman. There was also considerable concern […]

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O’Dowd Meets Road Safe NI

Infrastructure Minister John O’Dowd has met the chairman of Road Safe NI Charity, David Jackson. Road Safe NI is a voluntary organisation that promotes safety on the roads, reaching out to local communities and vulnerable road users through its network of local committees. Minister O’Dowd said: “Sadly, 38 people have lost their lives on our roads […]

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Adam’s Legacy Lives On – Lockhart

Upper Bann MP Carla Lockhart joined hundreds of “Adam’s Army” volunteers at Craigavon Lakes this weekend to participate in the third and final 24-hour walk challenge for B Positive. Speaking at the event, Carla said: “It is hard to believe it has been a two years since the bright shining star of the County Down, […]