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There Must be NO Return to Austerity! – Murphy

Speaking ahead of the Autumn Statement, Conor Murphy has urged the British Chancellor not to impose another wave of austerity measures. The former Finance Minister said: “A decade of Tory austerity and the Covid pandemic have left public services in crisis.  “With Britain heading into recession a further bout of austerity would be devastating and […]

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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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Community Constituency Health Lurgan Newry Newry and Armagh Portadown

Welcoming International Nurses!

The Southern Trust is welcoming 133 new international nurses to join their team in the coming months. The new recruits, mostly from India and Zimbabwe, will take up permanent posts across Craigavon, Daisy Hill, Lurgan and South Tyrone hospitals. The most recent group to arrive have started a new 12 week induction programme, specifically organised […]

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Constituency Crime Downpatrick South Down

Appeal Following Armed Robbery in Downpatrick

Detectives in Downpatrick are appealing for information and witnesses following an armed robbery at a licensed premises in Downpatrick Street, Crossgar on Monday November 14th. Detective Inspector Duffield said: “Police received a report at 6.45pm that a man entered the shop and pulled a knife from his pocket, demanding money from the female member of […]

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Concern Around Lack of Communication From Council – Harte

Sinn Féin councillor Valerie Harte has expressed concern about the lack of communication from the council about the possible works being carried out at the Newry Leisure centre. The Newry City councillor said: “While we acknowledge that these works need to be carried out to address issues such as lifting tiles on the pool floor, […]

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Sinn Féin Meeting With Community and Voluntary Sector

Following a meeting of representatives from the Community and Voluntary sector across Newry and Armagh, Sinn Féin MLA Liz Kimmins has said these groups and those they support are facing great challenges as the cost of living continues to rise. The Newry and Armagh MLA said: “Today our Sinn Féin team met with representatives from […]

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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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Murphy Condemns Sectarian Graffiti

Sinn Féin Councillor, Declan Murphy, has unreservedly condemned the sectarian graffiti daubed on the wall of St Teresa’s Church, Tullyherron, last night. ‘This cowardly act was perpetrated under the cover of darkness in a place of worship which is open to all of the community’. ‘Tullyherron is a very quiet, welcoming, area and it should […]

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Constituency Crime South Down

Appeal Following Ballynahinch Burglary

Detectives in Ballynahinch are appealing for information and witnesses following the report of a burglary on Sunday afternoon, November 13th. Detective Constable Slevin said: “Police received a report at 3pm that a burglary had taken place at a property on the Saintfield Road. “Two men entered the house via the kitchen door demanding keys to […]

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People Need Promised Energy and Oil Payments Now as Winter Closes In! – Murphy

Sinn Féin MLA Conor Murphy said today that workers and families in the north need energy and oil payments promised by the British government to be delivered urgently as we move deeper into winter. In a letter to the British Secretary of State for Business Energy and Industrial Strategy, Grant Shapps, Conor Murphy said that […]

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The Death Has Occurred of Aaron McAllister

McAllister (Bessbrook) Aaron RIP, passed away suddenly 13th November 2022.Dearly loved son of Loretto and Brian, beloved partner of Shannon, loving Daddy to Amelia-Rose, Erika, Eóin, Evaleigh and Shaea, dearest brother to James, Eileen, Declan, Kerry, Brian and the late Conrad RIP, brother in law to Mark and Sophie and a cherished uncle and nephew. […]

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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 […]