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Further Tory Cuts to Public Services and Workers Unacceptable – Murphy

Sinn Féin MLA Conor Murphy has said the British government must do more to fully support public sector workers and services.  Speaking after today’s Autumn Statement from the British government, the party’s economy spokesperson said:  “Once again, the Tories have continued with their cruel agenda of austerity with more real term cuts to funding for […]

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Newry and Crossmaglen to Hold Palestine Solidarity Rallies

The Ireland Palestine Solidarity Campaign encouraging supporters to join rallies in Newry and Crossmaglen to be held on the 29th of November at 6pm. These rallies will coincide with the the long practiced International Day of Solidarity for Palestine which occurs on November 29th annually. The Newry Rally will be held by Dunnes Car Park, […]

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‘Promoting Regional Balance a Priority for Sinn Féin In New Executive’ – Murphy

Sinn Féin MLA Conor Murphy has said working to transform the north west’s economy and deliver regional balance will be a priority in a new Executive.   Speaking after meeting with local businesses in the north west today, the party’s economy spokesperson said:   “Sinn Féin is committed to working with others to make politics […]

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No Place For Foul Graffiti In Our Communities – Larkin

Sinn Féin councillor Mickey Larkin has said that there is absolutely no place in our communities for the foul graffiti that has been daubed on a number of properties across South Armagh. The Slieve Gullion Councillor said: “A number of residents have contacted me to raise their concerns about this issue. “In recent weeks a […]

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Taylor Welcomes Flood Funding

Ulster Unionist Party Representative Councillor David Taylor has commented on the announcement from the Secretary of State that £15m funding will be made available to help those impacted by recent flooding incidents.  Councillor Taylor said:  “The announcement of financial support by the Secretary of State is a welcome development, however it is very clear that additional support […]

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Ceasefire Needed Now to Stop Devastating Loss of Life In Gaza – King

Sinn Féin councillor Cathal King has welcomed the passing of a motion calling for an immediate ceasefire to stop the bombing and blockade of Gaza. The Newry City councillor said: “I welcome support for a motion calling for an immediate ceasefire to stop the devastating loss of life in Gaza and access to urgent humanitarian aid. […]

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‘Flooding Funding Falls Far Short of What Is Needed to Support Families and Businesses’ – Murphy

Sinn Féin MLA Conor Murphy has said the limited funding announced by the British government today is not enough to assist with damage from last week’s extreme flooding and more must be done to help businesses and families. The party’s economy spokesperson said: “Much more must be done to help businesses and families repair the […]

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Murphy Condemns Threat Against Sinn Féin Activist 

Sinn Féin MLA Conor Murphy has slammed criminal gangs responsible for a threat to a Sinn Féin activist in South Armagh and said the PSNI must bring these gangs to justice. Conor Murphy said: “The home of a prominent Sinn Féin activist in South Armagh was visited by police this morning to make him aware […]

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Weapons and Ammunition Found In Crossmaglen

Police in Newry, Mourne & Down along with colleagues in Serious Crime Branch have recovered suspected weapons and ammunition during a search operation in Crossmaglen on Monday and Tuesday, October 30th and 31st. Newry, Mourne & Down District Commander, Superintendent Norman Haslett said: “A proactive search operation took place in the Monog Road area on Monday […]

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British Government Should Get on With Delivering Fair Pay For Workers – Murphy

Sinn Féin MLA Conor Murphy has said the British Government should get on with delivering fair pay for public sector workers without delay. The party’s economy spokesperson said: “Public sector workers deserve fair pay and safe working conditions. “While one party continues with its blockade, savage Tory cuts have denied fair pay rises to local […]

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Three Injured In Camlough RTC, 16 Year Old Critical

Police are appealing for information and witnesses following a serious single-vehicle road traffic collision on the Sturgan Road, Camlough. Inspector Macdonald said: “Police received a report shortly before 10.20pm on Friday evening, 27th October that a collision had occurred involving a black VW Golf. “Officers attended the scene along with our colleagues from the Northern […]

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Concerns After Two Suspicious and Anonymous Calls Were Made to Remove Children From South Armagh School

A  South Armagh school principal has raised  concerns with parents after two suspicious and anonymous calls were made to remove children from St Josephs PS in Meigh on Wednesday morning. A spokesperson for the PSNI spoke to Clanrye News and Sport: “Police received a report of two suspicious phone calls made to a school in the Killeavy […]