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Murphy Launches Plan to Boost Regional Economic Performance

Economy Minister Conor Murphy outlined his commitment to developing a regionally balanced economy where everyone shares in the benefits of prosperity. The Minister was speaking in the Assembly as he launched a new Sub-Regional Economic Plan which has three elements:  Minister Murphy explained that the new approach to economic development starts with local communities identifying their […]

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Economy Minister Launches US Net Zero Advisory Board to Boost Green Economy

Economy Minister Conor Murphy has announced a new Advisory Board designed to enhance Northern Irelandโ€™s standing as a global leader in green technology and the net zero economy. The Net Zero Advisory Board, supported by Joe Kennedy III, U.S. Special Envoy to Northern Ireland for Economic Affairs, will tap into the expertise of Northern Irelandโ€™s […]

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Specsavers Newry Support Cycling Challenge to Raise Funds for NI Hospice

A director at a Specsavers store in Falmouth has completed a 330-mile cycling challenge  sponsored by Specsavers stores across Northern Ireland. Specsavers Newry, alongside other Specsavers stores in Northern Ireland, showed their support for the challenge on each leg of his journey. Paul McGrane, an Armagh native who has been living in Cornwall for the […]

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McNulty Presses For Action on Insurance Premium Affordability

Newry & Armagh SDLP MLA Justin McNulty has welcomed changes to the Northโ€™s personal injury discount rate, and has insisted that this must be reflected in insurance premiums being paid by consumers. Mr. McNulty has strongly advocated at the Assemblyโ€™s Justice Committee for the Justice Minister to use her influence with the Government Actuary Department […]

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Arcadian I.T Announce Opening of Their Christmas Club

Arcadian I.T. is pleased to announce the opening of their Christmas Club for the 2024 holiday season. Speaking from their social media: “With the increasing popularity of gaming, we invite you to consult with us for expert advice and innovative ideas. Our professional team is dedicated to tailoring solutions that meet your specific requirements and […]

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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 Irelandโ€™s sheep sector and is backing industry calls for more financial support for flock owners. โ€œThe 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 ยฃ109m […]

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ONS: Inflation Holding Steady

By The Office of National Statistics Prices Day Consumer price inflation, UK: August 2024 Producer price inflation, UK: August 2024 Commenting on todayโ€™s inflation figures for August, ONS Chief Economist Grant Fitzner said: โ€œInflation held steady in August as various price fluctuations offset each other.   โ€œThe main movements came from air fares, in particular to […]

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Newry Chamber Welcomes Confirmation City Deal Funding Has Been Secured

Newry Chamber of Commerce & Trade has welcomed the confirmation City Deal funding has been secured for the city and district. Speaking following a meeting with Newry, Mourne and Down District Council Chief Executive, Marie Ward and Director of Economic Development, Conor Mallon on Monday, Edwina Flynn, Chamber President said: “The Chamber met with Council […]

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Feet First: It’s Time to Step Into The Future of Podiatric Care with Swift Microwave Therapy!

By Judith Brown Are you struggling with stubborn verrucae that just won’t budge? It’s time to step into the future of podiatric care with Swift Microwave Therapy! โšก๏ธ For too long, many have turned to over-the-counter treatments like salicylic acid and freezing methods, only to be met with disappointment. These traditional remedies have less than […]

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Commencing this week,  Buttercrane Centre is to upgrade the car parking equipment to improve and streamline customer experience. Peter Murray Centre Manager said: โ€œWe appreciate your patience as we make these changes which will deliver a number of customer benefits. Weโ€™re investing in the latest technology, including automatic number plate recognition, to improve your experience […]

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NMD Council Welcomes Clarification of City Deal

Newry, Mourne and Down District Council, as a partner of the Belfast Region City Deal welcomes the clarification received today, Monday September 16, 2024, from the Department of Finance, following communication between the NI Secretary of State and HM Treasury in relation to the continued commitment to the Belfast Region City Deal, signed in December […]

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Newry Chamber Statement on UK Government DecisionTo Pause NI City & Growth Deals Funding

Newry Chamber of Commerce & Trade has written to the Secretary of State for Northern Ireland seeking urgent clarity over the future of major regeneration projects across the city and district including the Southern Relief Road. This is following Friday afternoonโ€™s announcement by the UK Government that they are โ€˜pausingโ€™ the City & Growth Deals […]