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Business Constituency Infrastructure Newry Newry and Armagh

Re-Gen Waste Considers PRN Consultation

The Government has published its response to the PRN consultation, giving an indication of how the system will change when EPR starts in 2024. Joseph Doherty, Managing Director of Re-Gen Waste, which processes over 200,000 tonnes a year of household recyclables and is a significant PERN Trader, considers the implications. The PRN system has been […]

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Business Campaigns Community Constituency Cost of Living Government Health Newry and Armagh Politics South Armagh Stormont Westminster

Tory Budget Highlights the Cost of DUP Boycott – Murphy

Sinn Féin MLA Conor Murphy has said hospital waiting lists will grow, companies will go out of business and jobs will be lost because of the DUP’s refusal to allow the Executive to set a budget.  Responding to the budget set by the British Government, Conor Murphy said: “A three-year budget which I proposed to the […]

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Advertising Business Community Constituency Newry Newry and Armagh South Armagh

Killeavy Castle Estate Sweeps the Board With Award Wins and AA Rosettes

Following an AA Awards secret inspection to Killeavy Castle Estate, the venue has just been named an AA four-star hotel in recognition of the exemplary offering at the Estate. Following its first AA inspection, the restaurant has been awarded two AA rosettes for ‘Culinary Excellence’, further acknowledging the quality of Killeavy Castle Estate’s food and […]

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Business Community Constituency Newry Newry and Armagh

Santa Comes to the Buttercrane and its FREE!

Santa’s elves are polishing the icicles in Santa’s Snow Palace in Buttercrane ready to welcome visitors from 10am on Saturday 26th November.  The Centre has made a decision that this year, all children can visit Santa for FREE (booking is essential). Manager Peter Murray says: “We are very conscious of the difficult choices many families […]

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Business Community Constituency Government Lurgan Stormont Upper Bann

Tennyson and Long Visit Café IncredABLE to Mark Social Enterprise Day

Alliance Upper Bann MLA Eóin Tennyson and party leader Naomi Long visited Café IncredABLE at South Lake Leisure Centre on Thursday to mark Social Enterprise Day. Café IncredABLE is a social enterprise which provides hospitality and catering services, while supporting individuals with autism and learning difficulties to secure employment. Speaking after the visit, Mr Tennyson […]

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Banbridge Business Campaigns Community Constituency Cost of Living Government Politics Stormont Upper Bann

Executive Needed to Tackle Cost of Doing Business Crisis, says Tennyson

Alliance MLA Eóin Tennyson has said a restored and reformed Executive is urgently needed to provide political certainty and tackle the cost of doing business crisis. The Upper Bann MLA was speaking after hosting a roundtable with Banbridge Chamber of Commerce, local business leaders, and Alliance Party leader Naomi Long MLA. Mr Tennyson said, “Local […]

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Business Community Constituency Health Newry Newry and Armagh

Newry Private Clinic Announces Launch with £3m Investment over 5 years

Having recently acquired Newry Private Clinic, Newry couple Mr David & Mrs Laura McCaul have announced the revamped Newry Private Clinic with a significant investment of £3m in the 5,000 square-foot private premises over the next 3 – 5 years, located in the heart of Newry City Centre. A special Grand Opening event was held […]

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Business Constituency Newry Newry and Armagh Newry Chamber

Newry Chamber Meets With Secretary of State for NI

Newry Chamber hosted the Secretary of State for Northern Ireland, Chris Heaton-Harris MP, on his first official visit to Newry. The meeting took place at the offices of AbbeyAutoline on Wednesday 16th November. It was attended by Chamber Board members and some leading local employers. Julie Gibbons, President of Newry Chamber commented: “We want to […]

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ABC Council Armagh Banbridge Business Community Constituency Council Government Lurgan Newry and Armagh Portadown Upper Bann

Local Food Producers Bring Home 21 Awards From Irish Food Awards!

The success of food suppliers within the Armagh City, Banbridge and Craigavon area is continuing to sky-rocket, following the incredible success at the recent Irish Food Awards (Blas na hÉireann) – where an unprecedented 21 awards were won! These highly sought-after awards celebrate the very best of Irish food and drink, with competitors from all […]

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ABC Council Armagh Banbridge Business Community Constituency Council Government Lurgan Newry and Armagh Portadown South Armagh Upper Bann

Young Entrepreneurs Encouraged to Apply to Enterprise Pathway Programme!

Are you a young entrepreneur based in the borough of Armagh City, Banbridge and Craigavon? Have you completed the ‘Go For It’ Programme recently? Get the support and funding you need to take your self-employment journey to the next level on the Enterprise Pathway Programme. Developed by the Armagh, Banbridge and Craigavon Labour Market Partnership in […]

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Business Community Constituency Council Government Newry Newry and Armagh NMD Council

NMD Business Growth Workshop Puts People Power in The Spotlight

Newry, Mourne and Down District Council have launched their final workshop as part of the NMD Business Growth programme. Focusing on the ‘power of people’, it will offer SMEs from across the district advice on employment tools and opportunities, as well as how to ensure your business is attractive to the right candidates. Facilitated by […]

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Advertising Business Community Constituency Newry Newry and Armagh

Talon Security Looking for Door Staff This Festive Season

Newry based business Talon Security have advertised for door supervisors in the run up and during the festive season. The festive season in Newry is very welcome within the local hospitality industry providing a busy period for the local economy. As a result, Talon Security is in a position to offer roles as door supervisors. […]