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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 […]
The Stand up to Racism Vigil is taking place at Daisy Hill Hospital this Sunday 18 August at 2pm. The vigil is organised by UNISON and supported by United Against Racism, Muslim Association of Newry, Ireland Palestine Solidarity Campaign (Newry branch), Newry LGBTQ+ Women’s Group and community groups. Deirdre Murphy, a co-organiser of the vigil, […]
Sinn Féin MLA Liz Kimmins has slammed those responsible for a spate of racially motivated incidents in recent weeks, stating that there is no place in society for racism or racist acts. Speaking after meeting local healthcare workers and business owners, some of whom were subjected to abuse, Liz said; “We have been made aware […]
Police are appealing for information in relation to a report of criminal damage to two vehicles that occurred in the vicinity of Carnagh Park, Newry between 9pm on Friday 16th August and 8.30am on Saturday 17th August. If you witnessed anything or have any dash cam footage please contact us on 101 quoting reference 422 […]
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 […]
Detectives are appealing for information following a report of a petrol bomb incident which occurred at the Helen’s Terrace area of Newry on Tuesday 13th August. Detective Sergeant Lewis said: “Shortly after 00:20am, it was reported to police that three men approached a white BMW car parked in the area. It was reported that one […]
Officers from the Police Service of Northern Ireland’s Road Policing Unit are urging pedestrians, particularly older people, to be aware of their personal road safety especially when crossing roads, being mindful of increased risk around larger vehicles. Officers also urge HGV drivers to be aware of pedestrians, especially around crossings and traffic lights. Figures reveal in the last […]
Ulster Unionist Party leader, Doug Beattie MC MLA, has called for the Justice Minister to urgently review the qualifying criteria for a compensation scheme in light of recent racist attacks on houses and businesses. Mr. Beattie commented. “This weeks’ series of racist inspired violence has thrown up a number of issues that politicians need to […]
Sinn Féin councillor Aoife Finnegan has welcomed the condemnation by Newry Mourne and Down Council of those behind racist violence, and the Councils support for minority communities. The Sinn Féin elected representative said: “At last nights meeting of Newry Mourne & Down Council Sinn Féin unreservedly condemned and deplored the recent racist attacks and […]
Health Minister Mike Nesbitt has reiterated his support for health and social care staff following recent racist attacks and intimidation in Northern Ireland. Minister Nesbitt said: “We are very fortunate to have such a dedicated health and social care workforce here. They truly are the backbone of the NHS, but I am both saddened and appalled […]
Sinn Féin MLA Gerry Kelly has been reacting to the assessment by the PSNI that they have “no doubt” there is a “paramilitary element” to recent racist disorder in Belfast. The party’s policing spokesperson said: “It is deeply concerning but not surprising that police have today said they have ‘no doubt’ there is a ‘paramilitary […]
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