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Business Community Constituency Council Downpatrick Government Infrastructure Newry Newry and Armagh NMD Council South Down

𝐁𝐮𝐬𝐢𝐧𝐞𝐬𝐬 𝐔𝐩𝐝𝐚𝐭𝐞: 𝐀𝐜𝐜𝐞𝐬𝐬𝐢𝐧𝐠 £𝟕,𝟓𝟎𝟎 𝐏𝐚𝐲𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐬 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐑𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐬 𝐑𝐞𝐥𝐢𝐞𝐟 𝐒𝐜𝐡𝐞𝐦𝐞

Newry, Mourne and Down District Council has outlined the latest information to support businesses impacted by the flooding emergency here  https://www.newrymournedown.org/update-for-businesses-on-accessing-7500-payments-and-rates-relief-scheme This includes: ➡ 𝐈𝐧𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐦𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐒𝐞𝐬𝐬𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐁𝐮𝐬𝐢𝐧𝐞𝐬𝐬𝐞𝐬 – Group and 1 to1 sessions will take place in Newry Leisure Centre on Tuesday 14 November and in Downpatrick Arts Centre on Wednesday 15 November between 10am […]

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Community Constituency Council Crime Government Newry and Armagh NMD Council South Armagh

No Place For Foul Graffiti In Our Communities – Larkin

Sinn Féin councillor Mickey Larkin has said that there is absolutely no place in our communities for the foul graffiti that has been daubed on a number of properties across South Armagh. The Slieve Gullion Councillor said: “A number of residents have contacted me to raise their concerns about this issue. “In recent weeks a […]

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Business Community Constituency Council Government Infrastructure Newry Newry and Armagh NMD Council South Armagh

Taylor Welcomes Flood Funding

Ulster Unionist Party Representative Councillor David Taylor has commented on the announcement from the Secretary of State that £15m funding will be made available to help those impacted by recent flooding incidents.  Councillor Taylor said:  “The announcement of financial support by the Secretary of State is a welcome development, however it is very clear that additional support […]

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Community Constituency Council Government Newry Newry and Armagh NMD Council Politics

SDLP Selects Feehan as Newry Councillor

The SDLP has selected Killian Feehan as its new councillor for the Newry area.   Mr Feehan was confirmed by SDLP members in the area this week.   He fills the vacancy left by outgoing councillor Michael Savage on Newry, Mourne and Down District Council.   SDLP Leader Colum Eastwood MP said:   “Killian has […]

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Constituency Council Government International Newry Newry and Armagh NMD Council Politics South Armagh

Ceasefire Needed Now to Stop Devastating Loss of Life In Gaza – King

Sinn Féin councillor Cathal King has welcomed the passing of a motion calling for an immediate ceasefire to stop the bombing and blockade of Gaza. The Newry City councillor said: “I welcome support for a motion calling for an immediate ceasefire to stop the devastating loss of life in Gaza and access to urgent humanitarian aid. […]

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Business Community Constituency Council Government Newry Newry and Armagh NMD Council

Council Outlines First Steps in Distributing Funding Package Support for Businesses

Newry, Mourne and Down District Council has outlined the first steps in distributing the funding package aimed at flood affected businesses and aiding with clean-up costs. In a visit to Newry yesterday Northern Ireland Secretary Chris Heaton-Harris has said up to £15m of support will be made availablein Northern Ireland. The first step for the […]

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Community Constituency Council Crime Government Newry Newry and Armagh NMD Council

Harte Condemns Newry City Burglary

Sinn Féin councillor Valerie Harte has urged anyone with information on a number of burglaries in Newry to bring it forward to the police.  The Newry City councillor spoke after masked men forced their way into two homes on the Ballyholand road and in Mount Pleasant. Valerie Harte Said: “It’s believed that two masked men […]

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Community Constituency Council Government Newry Newry and Armagh NMD Council

Council Employee Ann McComb Celebrates 50 Years of Service

Newry, Mourne and Down District Council employee, Ann McComb has been recognised for her outstanding long service to local communities, in a civic reception hosted by Council Chairperson, Councillor Valerie Harte.  The reception was held in the Canal Court Hotel and Spa, attended by her past and present colleagues along with close family and friends.  Ann […]

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Business Community Constituency Council Government Infrastructure Newry Newry and Armagh NMD Council

Council Chairperson Expresses Solidarity to Those Affected by Flooding

Newry, Mourne and Down District Council Chairperson said, “A week after the flooding emergency hit parts of our district the scenes faced by many of our businesses and residents are no less shocking. “I know that so many of you join me as Chairperson of Newry, Mourne and Down District Council in expressing our solidarity […]

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Business Community Constituency Council Downpatrick Government Infrastructure NMD Council South Down

Diversions Still In Place In Downpatrick Due to Flooding

Motorists should be aware that diversions remain in place in parts of Downpatrick following extensive flooding in the area earlier this week and signage should be adhered to. Also, the Belfast Road and Bridge Street areas will remain closed this evening between 7pm and 10pm while Northern Ireland Fire and Rescue Service carry out their […]

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Business Community Constituency Council Downpatrick Government Infrastructure NMD Council South Down Stormont

Update From Department for Infrastructure on Downpatrick Flooding

The Department, along with Newry Mourne and Down Council, met with local businesses and elected representatives in Downpatrick today to advise them on the problems associated with the removal of floodwater in Market Street and the potential solution. We have been working with Council and the Northern Ireland Fire and Rescue Service to devise a […]

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Community Constituency Council Downpatrick Government Infrastructure Newcastle Newry Newry and Armagh NMD Council South Down Stormont

Flooding Recovery Phase Underway in Newry and Newcastle with Emergency Response Ongoing in Downpatrick

A flooding recovery operation is underway in Newry and Newcastle as flood waters recede in the area, while an emergency response is ongoing in Downpatrick. Newry, Mourne and Down District Council Chairperson, Cllr Valerie Harte has welcomed the clean-up phase of the operation in Newry and Newcastle and thanked everyone who has assisted the multi-agency […]