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The Southern Health and Social Care Trust has introduced the very latest AI (artificial intelligence) technology in helping to identify the most suitable treatments for stroke patients. Already used throughout the UK and Ireland, ‘Rapid AI’ was first introduced to Northern Ireland by the Royal Victoria Hospital and is now being rolled out to other […]
Upper Bann DUP MP Carla Lockhart has said the NIO must make clear that teachers with a moral objection to abortion will not face discrimination or career penalty for refusing to implement the Governments proposals in relation to the RSE curriculum. Carla Lockhart said: “I despair that the NIO seem determined to make our classrooms […]
Sinn Féin MLA John O’Dowd said today that the Tory government’s planned introduction of Electronic Travel Authorisation requirements will harm all-Ireland tourism travel and will impact on Banbridge and its surrounding areas as it sits on the main route between Dublin and Belfast. He was speaking after Minister Robert Jenrick rejected calls which was would […]
Sinn Féin Cllr & Deputy Mayor Sorchá McGeown has welcomed a meeting between North street traders and Council with statutory agencies to discuss how to get the street reopened to traffic asap and support traders. Cllr McGeown said: “There has been justifiable criticism of the initial response by agencies to the challenges faced by traders […]
By Adam Morton Armagh City, Banbridge and Craigavon Borough Council’s planners are currently considering an application to build five homes in Craigavon. Lodged by agent Doherty Architectural Services on behalf of applicant Windsor Developments the application seeks permission to build one pair of semi-detached homes and three detached homes at lands north west of No.50 […]
By Adam Morton Despite having 1,036 live planning applications to deal with Armagh City, Banbridge and Craigavon Borough Council’s planning caseload is “moving in the right direction” the local authority’s head of planning has said. Addressing a meeting of the committee on Wednesday, July 5, Damian Mulligan said the number of live planning applications had […]
By Adam Morton Armagh City, Banbridge and Craigavon Borough Council’s planners are currently considering an application to extend the storage capabilities of a unit at a Banbridge industrial estate. Lodged by agent R E Quinn Architects Ltd, on behalf of applicant GWA Supplies Ltd, the application seeks permission to extend the store at an existing […]
THE Police Service of Northern Ireland has launched its Safer Summer Together campaign, encouraging members of the public to have an enjoyable summer whilst being mindful of safety issues to watch out for. Superintendent Gerry McGrath is heading up the operational activity and said: “Summer is a time for people to get out and about and […]
A group of girls from Lurgan created lifetime memories last weekend when, as part of their involvement in Ulster GAA’s Cúchulainn Initiative, they travelled to London to represent their schools and town in the All-Britain Competition (ABC Games). The Cúchulainn Initiative is Ulster GAA’s flagship cross community programme which brings together young people from different […]
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 […]
Patrick Pearse Killen, 25, of Portadown, appeared via video link from Maghaberry Prison before Craigavon Magistrates Court on Friday and pleaded guilty to two counts of possessing a controlled drug, assaulting an ambulance worker and possessing a class C drug with intent to supply. The Court was told that on December 6th 2022 police received […]
The Housing Executive has recently completed retrofitting 1,000 of its homes in Northern Ireland making them warmer and more energy efficient for tenants. A house in Redmanville Estate in Portadown is the 1,000th property to benefit from the extensive revamp. Taking a fabric first approach, the work includes external wall insulation, cladding and roofing work, […]
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