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As a society, we need to have frank and honest conversations about what we can all do as road users, no matter how we travel, to ensure that everyone gets home safe. That was the message from Infrastructure Minister John O’Dowd as he launched the ‘Road Safety Strategy for Northern Ireland to 2030’, which focuses […]
Local DUP MP Carla Lockhart joined attendees at the Banbridge and District Horticultural Society’s 60th Annual Flower and Vegetable Show at Bannside Presbyterian Church Hall, celebrating what was another highly successful and well-attended event within the community. Carla Lockhart said: “Banbridge Horticultural Society continues to play a vital role in promoting the cultivation of flowers, […]
MP Carla Lockhart and DUP party colleague and member of the NI Assembly Agriculture Committee, Michelle McIlveen MLA, were welcomed this week to UFU headquarters in Belfast to discuss a number of critical priorities facing the province’s agri-food sector. UFU president William Irvine, deputy president Glenn Cuddy and parliamentary officer Alexander Kinnear highlighted a number […]
Carla Lockhart, Member of Parliament for Upper Bann, has welcomed the recent decision to restrict the use of puberty blockers for vulnerable young people in Northern Ireland. This decision comes after her continued advocacy on the issue, including her recent interview on the Nolan show and subsequent media engagements. “I am delighted that common sense […]
Carla Lockhart MP has warmly welcomed the launch of a new cancer support group in Banbridge. Backed by Banbridge Group Surgerys’ Multi-Disciplinary and Social Work teams, the group will be led by Social Work Assistant Veronica Kerr and breast cancer survivor Angela Taylor. “‘I was deeply inspired and humbled listening to Angela tell me about […]
Carla Lockhart, Member of Parliament for Upper Bann, expressed her pleasure following a visit to Alice Blu Aero, a new and innovative company based in Ardress, near Loughgall. The company is on the verge of making a significant impact in the lucrative aircraft industry with its cutting-edge seating products. “I was delighted to be invited […]
Carla Lockhart, Member of Parliament for Upper Bann, is pleased to announce that the historic Lurgan Park Fountain is once again fully operational. The fountain, which had been out of service since before COVID-19, has been restored thanks to the dedicated efforts of the local council. Lockhart expressed her delight at the restoration following her […]
The Police Service of Northern Ireland can this morning, Sunday 18th August, confirm that a man has sadly died following a two vehicle road traffic collision which occurred in Lurgan on Thursday afternoon, 15th August. Inspector Adair, from the Police Service’s Collision Investigation Unit, said: “Police received a report of a collision involving a Suzuki […]
Police are appealing for information and witnesses following a serious two-vehicle road traffic collision in Lurgan. Inspector Campbell said: “A report was received at approximately 3.30pm on Thursday, 15th August of a collision involving a Suzuki scrambler and Audi A3 Sport TDI at a roundabout in the Lake Street area. “Officers attended, alongside colleagues from […]
In 2023 the Police Service of Northern Ireland was in crisis because its rank and file, along with senior officers, had lost confidence in their Chief Constable. That was addressed with a replacement Chief Constable in the form of Jon Boucher, a straight-talking and, dare I say it, charismatic policeman. There was also considerable concern […]
Infrastructure Minister John O’Dowd has met the chairman of Road Safe NI Charity, David Jackson. Road Safe NI is a voluntary organisation that promotes safety on the roads, reaching out to local communities and vulnerable road users through its network of local committees. Minister O’Dowd said: “Sadly, 38 people have lost their lives on our roads […]
Upper Bann MP Carla Lockhart joined hundreds of “Adam’s Army” volunteers at Craigavon Lakes this weekend to participate in the third and final 24-hour walk challenge for B Positive. Speaking at the event, Carla said: “It is hard to believe it has been a two years since the bright shining star of the County Down, […]
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