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Agriculture Business Community Constituency Government Lurgan Upper Bann Westminster

MP Urging Agri-Food Sector to Avail of £46m Funding Boost

The DUP’s Upper Bann MP Carla Lockhart is urging local businesses to avail of a multi-million-pound investment scheme designed to improve the productivity and competitiveness of the agri-food sector in Northern Ireland. The £46m Agri-Food Investment Initiative (AFII) was announced earlier this week by Economy Minister Conor Murphy and Invest NI chief Kieran Donoghue. Ms […]

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Agriculture Business Community Constituency Government Lurgan Upper Bann Westminster

Lockhart Welcomes New Dairy Contract Regulations

DUP Agriculture, Environment and Rural Affairs spokesperson Carla Lockhart MP has welcomed the new legislation on dairy contracts which came into force earlier this month. “The Fair Dealings Obligations (Milk) Regulations 2024 applies to all new contracts relating to the purchase of milk from dairy farmers. The new regulations aim to establish transparency and accountability […]

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Agriculture Business Community Constituency Government Lurgan Upper Bann Westminster

Lockhart Marks Farm Safety Week 2024

Carla Lockhart, Member of Parliament for Upper Bann, is urging farmers and the rural community to take extra precautions and reassess their approach to safety during Farm Safety Week 2024, highlighting the critical need for improved safety practices on farms. “Farm Safety Week offers an opportunity for a real reset in the way we all […]

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Business Community Constituency Council Government Newry Newry and Armagh NMD Council

Chairperson Welcomes Planning Approval for New Saica Pack UK Ltd Base in Newry

Newry, Mourne and Down District Council Chairperson, Cllr Pete Byrne has welcomed planning approval for the building of a major new manufacturing base in Newry. Approval by Council’s Planning Committee for the proposal from Spanish packaging firm Saica Pack UK Ltdis due to see them relocate from their existing Newry Street Plant in Warrenpoint to […]

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

Newry Chamber Hosts Discussions with Economy Minister on Economic Vision for the Greater Newry Area

Newry Chamber of Commerce & Trade welcomed Economy Minister, Conor Murphy MLA to the city for initial discussions on the Economic Strategy for the Greater Newry Area. Minister Murphy outlined in detail his Economic Vision for the North across the four key areas he has identified as being crucial to building a strong and sustainable […]

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Business Community Constituency Newry Newry and Armagh

Newry-Based FPM and Belfast-Based Think People Become AAB in Strategic Brand Consolidation

Newry based FPM will rebrand to become AAB, in a strategic alignment which forms the cornerstone of AAB’s six-year plan to strengthen and expand its position as a leading provider in the mid-market. Headquartered in Newry, FPM joined AAB in 2022 as part of a strategic growth deal and marked the first private equity investment […]

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Business Community Constituency Council Government Newry Newry and Armagh NMD Council

Newry: Spanish Packaging Factory Development Approved

By Donal McMahon A massive Newry packaging factory has been approved to be developed by Spanish packaging giants ‘Saica’. The investment by the Zaragoza-based company’s UK subsidiary Saica Pack Ltd will see the group relocate from its current operation at Warrenpoint Harbour, to construct its corrugated fibreboard factory at Invest NI’s Carnbane Industrial Estate. Newry, […]

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Advertising Business Community Constituency Health Hyrox Ceda Lifestyle Newry Newry and Armagh Sport

Nowhere Comes Close to The Specialised Setup at Hyrox Ceda Newry

30+ Hyrox Classes – Focusing on getting your stronger & fitter both physically & mentally Nowhere comes close to the specialised setup at Hyrox Ceda Performance Centre If you’re preparing for a race in 24/25 season… this is the place If you are looking to follow the hyrox methodology for your health and fitness… this […]

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Business Community Constituency Government Newry Newry and Armagh Stormont

Praise For Fire Services After Huge Newry Blaze

Newry & Armagh Sinn Féin  MLA Liz Kimmins has praised the Fire Service after the recent major incident at Greenbank Newry.  Fire Services Officers and resources  from Newry, Warrenpoint and Belfast were involved in tackling the huge blaze The Newry City MLA said, “This was a major blaze causing devastating damage to businesses units at […]

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Business Community Constituency Newry Newry and Armagh

Fire Service Attending Incident at Greenbank, Newry

NIFRS are continuing to deal with an incident at Greenbank Industrial Estate, Ballinacraig Way, Newry. A Northern Ireland Fire & Rescue Service (NIFRS) Spokesperson said: “NIFRS crews are still dealing with a significant fire within Greenbank Industrial Estate, Newry. There are 6xFire Appliances, a number of specialist appliances and over 50 personnel continuing with firefighting […]

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Advertising Business Community Constituency Education Newry Newry and Armagh Transport Compliance NI

Accelerate Your Career Now In Logistics With An Accredited Transport Manager Course

Ready to accelerate your career in logistics?  Join Transport Compliance NI on July 23rd for their comprehensive CILT Accredited Transport Manager Course and take the first steps toward a rewarding future in the logistics industry! Key Facts about a Career in Logistics: High Demand: The logistics sector is growing rapidly, offering numerous job opportunities. Competitive […]

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Business Community Constituency Crime Newry Newry and Armagh

Man Arrested Following Newry Shopping Centre Assault

Police have arrested a man in his 30s following a report of assault in the Buttercrane Shopping Centre in Newry. It was reported that a man in his 40s was headbutted and sustained a serious injury to his eye during an altercation on Tuesday afternoon, 9th July at around 12.15pm. The injured man, who was […]