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

Health Minister Must Work to Abolish Hospital Parking Charges As Soon As Possible – Kimmins

Sinn Féin MLA Liz Kimmins has said the health minister must work urgently to abolish hospital parking charges. Speaking after legislation was moved in the Assembly on Tuesday delaying the abolition of hospital parking charges, the party’s health spokesperson said: “It’s deeply disappointing news for patients and health workers that abolishing hospital car parking charges […]

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Community Constituency Council Government Lifestyle Newry Newry and Armagh NMD Council

Newry Arts Festival 2024: A Resounding Success Celebrating Artistic Excellence and Community Unity

The Newry Arts Festival 2024 has concluded its week-long celebration of creativity, diversity, and community engagement, with resounding success. From 1–7 April, the festival captivated audiences with a dynamic lineup of events and activities that showcased the rich tapestry of artistic talent both locally and internationally. The third edition of the Newry Arts Festival drew […]

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Campaigns Community Constituency Cost of Living Newry Newry and Armagh

Housing Rents Increase as Newry Sits at £720 Average

Two thirds of people in Northern Ireland believe rent is too expensive, a new survey has revealed. The survey by CompareNI.com asked people in Northern Ireland about their experience with renting. The majority of those surveyed (68%) said they believed rent in the region is too expensive. Recent data analysed by CompareNI.com shows rental prices […]

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Community Constituency Education Government Newry Newry and Armagh South Armagh Sport Stormont

Murphy Welcomes Increased Pay Offer For Lecturers

An increased pay offer has been made to further education lecturers. The Economy Minister, Conor Murphy, said: “Further education lecturers are vital to providing the skills that grow our economy. I am therefore pleased to facilitate this pay offer as a first step towards parity with teachers.” The Department for the Economy has worked within its […]

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Community Constituency Government Health Newry Newry and Armagh Stormont

Introduction of Baby Loss Certificate Important for Bereaved Families – Kimmins

Sinn Féin MLA Liz Kimmins has said the introduction of a certificate to acknowledge baby loss during pregnancy before 24 weeks would acknowledge the loss experienced by families. Announcing that Sinn Féin will bring a motion to the Assembly on Monday supporting a Baby Loss Certificate scheme, the party’s health spokesperson said: “Losing a baby […]

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

Murphy Congratulates New DfE Permanent Secretary

Economy Minister Conor Murphy has welcomed the appointment of Ian Snowden to the position of Permanent Secretary at the Department for the Economy (DfE). Mr Snowden has been interim Permanent Secretary at DfE since late December last year. Following a recruitment competition he was successful in securing the role on a permanent basis. Minister Murphy said: “Ian […]

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

Health Minister Refuses to Meet Council on Daisy Hill Concerns

By Donal McMahon The Stormont Health Minister has refused to meet with a council delegation over concerns a Newry hospital will lose its emergency general surgery. Newry, Mourne and Down District Council (NMDDC) had approved a motion in February seeking to meet UUP rep Robin Swann following his department’s approval of the Southern Trust’s decision […]

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Community Newry Sport

Ulster GAA Results – 3/4/24

RESULTS: 03–04-2024 (Wed) EirGrid Ulster GAA Football Under 20 Championship Round 4 – Section A Antrim GAA 19:30 Antrim 1-06   5-08 Down Castleblayney 19:30 Monaghan 2-06   1-11 Derry Ulster GAA Hurling Minor Development League Donegal GAA 19:30 Donegal 3-18   1-10 Tyrone 06–04-2024 (Sat) Electric Ireland Ulster GAA Football Minor Championship Round 1 […]

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

Social Enterprises Play a Key Role In My Economic Vision – Murphy

Economy Minister Conor Murphy has highlighted the important role social enterprises play in creating a growing economy. Today the Minister was visiting the IncredABLE Café @ South Lake, Craigavon, a social enterprise making a difference to the lives of people with learning/intellectual difficulties and/or autism. The Minister said: “Social Enterprises, such as the IncredABLE Café, have long […]

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Community Constituency Newry Newry and Armagh Sport

Carnbane League Tables – 6/4/24

PREMIER DIVISION  after games on 6 April 2024   P W D L F A GD Pts Newry Celtic 15 12 3 0 45 16 29 39 Cleary Celtic 11 9 2 0 39 7 32 29 Villa Rovers 15 6 3 6 33 35 -2 21 Camlough Rovers 16 5 4 7 32 32 […]

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Community Constituency Newry Newry and Armagh Sport

Carnbane League Results – 6/4/24

CARNBANE LEAGUE RESULTS FOR SAT 6 APRIL 2024 KEHOE CARS (NEWRY)  BESSBROOK CUP 2023-24 REARRANGED QUARTER FINAL  – KICK OFF 2.00 pm Archview United 4  v  7  Cleary Celtic (AET)  at Jennings Park No.1 PREMIER DIVISION  – KICK-OFF 2.00 pm Greenfield Park  P   v  P  Villa Rovers at Olympic Park Millburn United 0   v  5  […]

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Community Constituency Crime Newry Newry and Armagh

Man Arrested for Possession of an Offensive Weapon In Newry

Following a report that a man may be in possession of a bladed item, police arrested a man aged in his 20s in the Upper Water Street area of Newry last night, Saturday 6th April. He was taken to Banbridge custody where he was interviewed on suspicion of a number of offences including possession of […]