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Sinn Féin MLA Cathy Mason has said delivering affordable childcare must be a priority to support workers and families. Speaking after a party delegation met education and Executive Office officials, Sinn Féin’s childcare spokesperson said: “The rising cost of childcare is a huge issue for workers and families, particularly with reports of some parents paying more than £550 per […]
SDLP Leader Colum Eastwood MP has called for an immediate ceasefire between Israel and Hamas to allow humanitarian aid corridors to be established to relieve the crisis in Gaza. The Foyle MP was speaking in the House of Commons this afternoon during a statement on the violence in Gaza and southern Israel. Colum Eastwood MP […]
The SDLP will begin the process to fill the vacancy on Newry, Mourne and Down District Council following the resignation of Cllr Michael Savage to take up a new position as CEO of Newry Chamber of Commerce. SDLP Leader Colum Eastwood MP said: “The SDLP places on record our sincere gratitude to Michael Savage for […]
First Minister Designate Michelle O’Neill said today that political drift in the north can’t be allowed to continue and the public should get the political leadership it demands and deserves. And the Sinn Féin Leas-Uachtarán also said that the democratic outcome of the Assembly election must be respected and validated. Michelle O’ Neill said: “I […]
Newry Chamber of Commerce & Trade has announced the appointment of Michael Savage as their new Chief Executive Officer. Welcoming the appointment, Julie Gibbons President of the Newry Chamber of Commerce & Trade said: “We are delighted to have appointed Michael as our new Chief Executive Officer. He brings significant commercial experience, knowledge, and passion […]
Sinn Féin councillor Valerie Harte has said that the inaccurate tourism signage which has been put up by DFI in Newry must be replaced. The Sinn Féin chair of council said: “After a number of constituents made us aware of issues with these signs I contacted the Chief Executive of Council and urged her to […]
Sinn Féin councillor Aidan Mathers has said that ratepayers in Newry City deserve a first class leisure centre. Following a meeting with senior management in Council, Cllr Mathers said: “It was important that senior council officials heard directly from leisure centre users who are not getting the services or access to the facilities they are entitled […]
First Minister Designate Michelle O’Neill has welcomed confirmation from UEFA that Ireland and Britain will host the 2028 European Championship games. Michelle O’Neill said: “I am absolutely delighted that UEFA has today confirmed that Ireland and Britain will host the 2023 Euro 2028 Championship games. “This is an opportunity of a lifetime. “The hosting of this […]
Upper Bann MP Carla Lockhart has said that news that 17,500 women are to receive letters from the Southern Trust to advise they will have their smear tests re-checked will cause significant distress to women affected. This process is part of a major review of cervical screening dating back to 2008. The DUP MP said: […]
SDLP Sports Spokesperson Justin McNulty has said Ireland and Britain’s successful bid to host Euro 2028 is a huge opportunity for the North and the whole of the island. He was speaking after the joint bid was confirmed successful on Tuesday. Mr McNulty said that all relevant parties must commence discussions immediately to agree how […]
Repurposing of the ex-military barracks site in Forkhill has now been completed and a special event to mark the launch of the community open space took place on Friday 6 October. The site is a significant expanse in the centre of the South Armagh village and for many generations the ex-military base was inaccessible to […]
Newry, Mourne and Down District Council’s plans for a Civic and Regional Hub in Newry have reached a significant new stage of development. The PQQ (Pre-Qualification Questionnaire) process is now underway for the provision of a contractor responsible for construction. The process, which identifies suitable suppliers, will conclude with invitations to tender for the Belfast […]
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