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Pocketbox Introduces Asset Management to SME Fleet Software Solution

Pocket Box has enhanced its fleet software solution to meet growing demand from SMEs for an all-in-one system to manage vehicles, drivers and associated equipment. The new asset module within Pocket Box Fleet will provide added functionality to help customers maintain, monitor and protect a wide range of powered, unpowered and portable equipment within their […]

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Business Community Constituency Lifestyle Newry Newry and Armagh Newry Chamber

Tee Up for Newry Chamber Golf Classic 2024

Newry Chamber is all teed up for its 2024 Golf Classic which will take place on Friday 17th May 2024 in Cloverhill Golf Club, kindly sponsored by Digney Grant Insurance Brokers & Risk Advisors. This is the third year that Digney Grant has partnered with Newry Chamber for the Annual Golf Classic. Digney Grant offers […]

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Two Stacks Irish Whiskey Proudly Introduces “Pillars of Creation.”

“Pillars of Creation 2024”: A Groundbreaking Collaboration redefining a new chapter of Irish Whiskey Two Stacks Irish Whiskey proudly introduces “Pillars of Creation,” a landmark annual release that redefines the pinnacle of Irish whiskey craftsmanship. This extraordinary blend signifies a historic collaboration, harmonizing the distinctive character of three esteemed single casks from Dingle Distillery, Echlinville […]

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Newry Chamber Holds Successful Recruitment & Skills Forum to Address the Workforce Challenge in Greater Newry Area

Newry Chamber of Commerce & Trade held a highly successful Recruitment & Skills Forum in the Canal Court Hotel & Spa, Newry on Monday 22nd April, which was hosted by John Campbell, BBC NI’s Business & Economics Editor and focused on ‘Meeting Greater Newry’s Workforce Challenge’. One of Newry Chamber’s core strategic pillars is centred […]

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Deadline for Sunday Life Spirit of Northern Ireland Awards In Partnership with Ulster Bank Approaching

Newry people are being called on to nominate their local heroes for this year’s Sunday Life Spirit of Northern Ireland Awards before the deadline at 23:50 on Monday 6th May. The awards are all about celebrating local people who have made a positive impact on their local community and who have done extraordinary things to […]

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Ulster Bank Extends Charity Partnership with Northern Ireland Children’s Hospice

Ulster Bank has announced plans to extend its charity partnership with the Northern Ireland Children’s Hospice and has committed to another year of fundraising for this service. The announcement came as a group of Ulster Bank colleagues were invited to visit the Children’s Hospice headquarters and meet team members and medical staff who provide care […]

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Ministers Meet With U.S. Economic Envoy

First Minister Michelle O’Neill and deputy First Minister Emma Little-Pengelly met with U.S. Special Envoy to NI for Economic Affairs Joe Kennedy today, reaffirming their commitment to building prosperity through investment. The Special Envoy is on a three-day visit to Northern Ireland and met with the Ministers to discuss a range of issues including the […]

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

Murphy Welcomes Unions’ Move to Accept Pay Offer

Economy Minister Conor Murphy has welcomed a decision by UCU and NASUWT members to accept an increased pay offer for further education lecturers. The Minister said: “I am pleased that my Department has been able to facilitate this pay award, which has been accepted by unions. Further education lecturers are vital in providing many of […]

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Ulster Bank Reaffirms Support For Farmers In Lead Up to Balmoral Show

Bank presents farming and economic update, including the annual Ulster Fry Index While inflation may have eased in recent months, there are always ongoing issue impacting farm businesses. Currently the main issue is the weather with a continued dry period long over due. Farmers may need additional cash to help them through a prolonged winter […]

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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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Businesses Encouraged to Participate In Reval2026

Finance Minister Dr Caoimhe Archibald MLA has urged businesses to participate in a rates revaluation exercise to help inform future bills. Reval2026 letters are due to arrive at businesses over the coming weeks, inviting them to submit rental and other market evidence to Land & Property Services (LPS). The information will contribute to the creation […]

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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 […]