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Campaigns Community Constituency Council Daisy Hill Government Health Newry Newry and Armagh NMD Council South Armagh

Rural Stroke Patients Must Not Be Left Vulnerable – Finnegan

Sinn Féin councillor Aoife Finnegan has said that rural stroke patients must not be left vulnerable by new stroke treatment proposals as part of plans to stabilise Daisy Hill hospital. Speaking after a special council meeting with the head of the Southern Trust, the Newry City councillor said: “While we welcome the new plan to […]

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Business Community Constituency Council Government International Newry and Armagh NMD Council South Armagh

Byrne Calls For Action to Protect Local Food Producers

Slieve Gullion SDLP Councillor Pete Byrne has called for action from the UK Government to safeguard the local horticulture industry in the face of an ongoing labour crisis.  The Northern Ireland Mushroom Growers Association (NIMGA) has warned that NI’s Mushroom Industry will “disappear” in the next few years if the UK Government does not move […]

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Campaigns Community Constituency Cost of Living Downpatrick Education Government Politics South Down Stormont

Assembly Must be Restored to Help Cut School Costs For Families – Mason

Sinn Féin MLA Cathy Mason has said the Assembly must be restored now to help cut school costs for families. Speaking after meeting with school principals today with party colleague Danny Baker MLA, Cathy Mason said: “Sinn Féin want to legislate to make school uniforms more affordable and help cut back school costs for families.   […]

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Community Constituency Crime Newry Newry and Armagh

Appeal Following Aggravated Burglary at Parkview Close In Newry

Detectives are appealing for information following a report of an aggravated burglary at the Parkview Close area of Newry on Monday 3rd July. Detective Sergeant Johnston said: “Shortly before 8:30pm, it was reported to police that a number of males entered a property in the area and a man in his 30s who was inside the […]

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Campaigns Community Constituency Council Daisy Hill Government Health Newry Newry and Armagh NMD Council

Clear Communication Needed From Southern Trust – Mathers

Sinn Féin Councillor Aidan Mathers has said that the Southern Trust needs to clearly communicate with elected reps, staff and the community as they deliver a stabilisation plan for Daisy Hill. Speaking after a special council meeting with the head of the Southern Trust, the Newry City councillor said: “Tonight we pressed the Southern Trust […]

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Constituency Crime Downpatrick South Down

Man Sentenced For Aiden Mann Murder

Barry Donnelly was sentenced today, Tuesday 4 July, for the manslaughter of Aiden Mann in County Down in January 2022. Donnelly, aged 38, appeared before Belfast Crown Court, having previously pleaded guilty to manslaughter on the grounds of diminished responsibility. He will serve an indeterminate custodial sentence, with a minimum tariff of nine years. Aiden Mann died after […]

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Community Constituency Council Government Health Kilkeel Lifestyle NMD Council South Down

Mournes District Electoral Area Supports Coffee and Connect Event

The Mournes District Electoral Area (DEA) Forum, supported Kittys Road Community Association to host a Coffee and Connect Event on Friday 23 June The event provided a platform for community members to come together and engage in meaningful conversations while creating opportunities for individuals to seek support, share their experiences and forge new friendships. A […]

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Constituency Government Legacy Newry Newry and Armagh Stormont

Kimmins Welcomes News Fresh Inquest Will Be Held Into Murder of Robert Anderson

Sinn Féin MLA Liz Kimmins has welcomed news that a fresh inquest will be held into the murder of Robert Anderson. Speaking after a ruling by the Attorney General, the Newry and Armagh MLA said: “Today’s announcement that a fresh inquest will finally be held into the murder of Newry man, Robert Anderson in 1971 […]

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Community Constituency Government Newry and Armagh Politics South Down Stormont Upper Bann Westminster

Four Constituency Boundaries to Change In NI

The Boundary Commission for Northern Ireland (BCNI) has published its Final Recommendations for Parliamentary constituencies in Northern Ireland. Taking into account representations received throughout the 2023 Boundary Review process, the Commission has considered what final recommendations to make for Parliamentary constituencies in Northern Ireland. In line with the Parliamentary Constituencies Act 1986 (as amended), the […]

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Community Constituency Council Government Newry Newry and Armagh NMD Council Sport

Cleary Celtic Football Club Honoured by Council Chairperson

The outstanding achievements of Cleary Celtic FC have been marked by Newry, Mourne and Down District Council Chairperson, Cllr Valerie Harte. At a recent Civic Reception held in Newry’s Council Chamber, Cllr Harte presented the team with an engraved crystal bowl in recognition of their remarkable achievements in the 2021-2022 season. Speaking at the reception […]

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Community Constituency Council Government Health Newry Newry and Armagh NMD Council

Finn Urges Progress on Conversion Therapy Ban

SDLP Newry councillor Doire Finn has urged progress on banning conversion therapy in the North. Councillor Finn is bringing a motion to Newry, Mourne and Down District Council on Monday asking councillors to reaffirm their opposition to the practice and to express solidarity with the LGBT+ community. She is also proposing council write to Stormont […]

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Community Constituency Crime Newry Newry and Armagh

Newry Business Man Convicted of Harassment of Newry Business Woman and Misuse of Electronic Communications

Newry based business man Barry James Fearon of Newry attended Newry Court on Friday 30th June accused of harassment of a Newry based business woman. Fearon of  BJF Training Ltd was convicted at Newry Courthouse of harassment and misuse of electronic communications towards a female victim. A stalking charge was also attached to the harassment […]