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Statement by TUV leader Jim Allister: “The article in yesterday’s Irish Times by former Irish Justice Minister Michael McDowell in which he writes that “In this State[the Republic], a de facto moratorium on investigation and prosecution of IRA members (other than those described as dissidents) came into operation” is a shockingly open admission of the […]
Cathal Boylan MLA has called for efforts to tackle the driving test backlog to be revamped after hearing that the DVA are looking towards the end of 2022 to clear the backlog. The Newry and Armagh MLA stated: “Reports that the driving test backlog may not be addressed until the end of 2022 will be […]
SDLP Slieve Gullion Councillor Pete Byrne has welcomed the publication of the Newry Mourne and Down Active Travel Master plan at November’s Council Meeting but voiced his concerns that the document doesn’t go far enough for the people of South Armagh. Cllr Byrne proposed that the Masterplan become a living document that would allow the […]
On foot of a PQ response from the Tánaiste, Aontú Deputy Leader Cllr Denise Mullen has welcomed the significant increases in all Ireland trade and said this is a sign of the path forwards toward achieving Irish unity. Cllr Mullen: “I welcomed the Tánaiste’s response to Aontú’s parliamentary question on the value of all Ireland trade […]
Residents of Bessbrook and beyond will be able to enjoy the benefits of new play and recreation facilities at Derrymore Estate, Bessbrook, County Armagh following a total investment of £632,658 from the Department of Agriculture, Environment and Rural Affairs, (DAERA), Newry, Mourne and Down District Council and Sport NI The project was funded under DAERA’s […]
Slieve Gullion Forest Park in County Armagh has won a prestigious award in recognition of how the forest benefits those who walk its trails and use the excellent facilities. The Royal Forestry Society’s ‘Community Woodlands Award’ highlights how Slieve Gullion Forest Park has developed into a hub for visitor experiences, recreation, well-being, volunteering, learning and […]
Sinn Féin MLA for Newry and South Armagh, Liz Kimmins, has urged the Department for Infrastructure to tackle a number of road safety concerns in and around the village of Forkhill. Speaking after being contacted by residents in the area, Liz Kimmins said: “I have been contacted by a number of concerned residents from the […]
Sinn Féin Councillor for the Slieve Gullion area, Oonagh Magennis has said that it is important that vital works for the main Crossmaglen road from Camlough are not placed on the backburner again. Councillor Magennis was speaking after contacting the DFI section manager about works that were originally pencilled in for 2020. She said: “I […]
Sinn Féin Group Leader in Council Barra Ó Muirí has given a warm welcome to the Active Travel Masterplan agreed at Monday’s meeting of the Active and Healthy Communities at Newry, Mourne and Down District Council. A visionary document, the master plan has proposed ways to improve opportunities for cycling and walking in the district […]
Police are appealing for information following a report of criminal damage in the Keady Road area of Newtownhamilton. A report was made to police shortly before 4.45pm on Wednesday, October 27 that a bilingual street sign had been defaced. It is believed that this damage was caused sometime over the weekend from Friday, October 22 […]
Speaking after the High Court in Belfast upheld the planning approvals granted in 2020, Sinn Féin MLA Cathal Boylan said: “Local communities have repeatedly called for the undergrounding of the interconnector and it remains Sinn Féin’s position that the project should be undergrounded. “It is important that we have the infrastructure in place that allows us to […]
SDLP Education Committee member Justin McNulty MLA has backed calls from teaching union NASUWT to remove the exemption of teachers from fair employment legislation. Commenting, the Newry and Armagh MLA said: “There is significant cross-party support to remove this outdated exemption, evidenced by the widespread support in the recent Assembly debate. “I am aware from […]
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