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TUV leader Jim Allister told an anti-Protocol rally in Lurgan recently that any unionist who comes to terms with the Protocol is embracing transition out of the United Kingdom and into an Irish Republic. “Such is the fundamental assault made by the Protocol on our constitutional position that is irreconcilable with meaningful membership of the […]
Speaking following the incident Carla Lockhart MP said, “this has been a deeply traumatic experience for those injured and those who witnessed the incident. I am thankful that those injured are receiving the assistance they require and I trust they will make a full recovery. I would like to thank the local policing team and the public […]
Police investigating a report of two stabbing incidents which occurred in the Lurgan area on Monday 11th April, have arrested a man. Inspector Conway said: “Shortly before 8:25pm, it was reported to police that one man in his 40s had received stab wounds at the Union Street area of the town and one man aged in […]
A £1million Empty to Occupied Programme gets underway, as twelve revitalisation projects receive funding to support commercial property regeneration across the borough. Funded by Armagh City, Banbridge and Craigavon Borough Council and Department for Communities, the £1.1million scheme will support the replacement of derelict or vacant sites with attractive, high-spec and fit-for-purpose buildings. The innovative […]
Upper Bann MP Carla Lockhart has written to the Health Minister, Robin Swann, to press for urgent action to be taken to improve Northern Ireland’s healthcare provision for those with endometriosis. Currently, we have no fully accredited BSGE endometriosis specialist centre operating in Northern Ireland and delays in accessing care is much more prevalent than […]
The message, claiming to be from a chocolate manufacturer, encourages the recipient to open the message to win a “free Easter chocolate basket”. This message is a scam and has been received by people in Northern Ireland and further afield. Superintendent Gerard Pollock, Chair of Scamwise NI, said: “This is an attempt to get your […]
The sustained increases in global wholesale gas prices have forced Northern Ireland’s largest gas supplier, firmus energy, to announce increases to its natural gas tariff in the Ten Towns Network area of 16.31%. This increase will take effect from 3rd May 2022. Today’s announced change in tariffs will mean an extra £3.86 per week on […]
County Down company Gibson Bros Ltd have been fined £1,000 plus £15 Offenders Levy at Craigavon Magistrates’ Court today for Breach of Consent. The Court was told that on 10 January 2021 a Senior Water Quality Inspector (SWQI) acting on behalf of the Northern Ireland Environment Agency (NIEA) responded to a number of reports of […]
Are you starting School Year 11 in September 2022? Would you like to develop life skills whilst building friendships and having fun? Why not join Northern Ireland Fire & Rescue Service Cadets? The NIFRS Cadets Scheme is a youth organisation for 14 – 17 year olds. We are now recruiting for Year 1 applicants to […]
A young male has died as a result of a road traffic collision on the M1 motorway between Moira and Lurgan last night (Sunday, 3rd April). Sergeant David Smart said: “Police received a report and responded around 10.50pm. Tragically, a male in his teens was pronounced dead at the scene. “We are investigating the tragic […]
Upper Bann MP Carla Lockhart has commended Agriculture Minister Edwin Poots MLA for providing £200,000 of support for local agricultural shows. The Minister announced the “Bounce Back” funding to help shows recover from the impact of the pandemic. Carla Lockhart said: “I have been working alongside representatives of local agricultural shows to press home the […]
Upper Bann MP Carla Lockhart has commended St Columba’s Parish Church, and Clogher LOL 529 and RBP 139 on their respective fundraising breakfasts this weekend. The MP called at both events, meeting local people and enjoying some of the delicious food on offer. Carla Lockhart said: “It is really encouraging to see the recommencement of […]
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