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The Government Plans to Teach Primary School Children About Trans Issues Ignores Consent of Most Parents

Commenting on the Governments’ Plans to teach Primary School children about trans issues Aontú Leader Peadar Tóbín stated; “Firstly, our education system needs to be one of compassion. Gender dysphoria is real and is not easy for anyone. All students, no matter their orientation or identity should be treated with respect and compassion. All citizens […]

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Harte Welcomes Planning Approval for 89 New Homes in Newry

Sinn Féin councillor Valerie Harte has welcomed approval for plans to build 89 new homes in Newry at the former St. Clare’s convent. The Newry city councillor said: “I’m delighted that planning has been approved for 89 new social and affordable homes here in the heart of Newry city. “This represents an investment of £12M […]

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Second ‘Keep Safe, Keep Well’ Event For Older People a Great Success!

Lough Neagh Discovery Centre was the venue for the second ‘Keep Safe, Keep Well’ event for older people within our borough – and around 100 residents attended to find out more about looking after their personal safety and wellbeing. Organised by Armagh, Banbridge and Craigavon Policing and Community Safety Partnership (ABC PCSP), the event gave […]

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Armagh Community Constituency Government Infrastructure Newry and Armagh Stormont

Boylan Requests Urgent Meeting Over Community Transport Funding

Sinn Féin MLA Cathal Boylan has requested an urgent meeting with the Department for Infrastructure over concerns of potential cuts to Community Transport.  The Newry and Armagh MLA said:   “Sinn Féin is deeply concerned about the funding situation for Community Transport following the Department for Infrastructure’s decision to only extend funding for one month.   “Community transport provides an invaluable […]

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McKevitt Welcomes Resurfacing Works at Sandy Road, Sheeptown

SDLP Crotlieve Councillor Karen McKevitt has welcomed the completion of resurfacing works on Sandy Road and has thanked residents for their patience in waiting for improvements to be made. McKevitt said: ‘Our roads are in a terrible state at the moment and it is currently the number one issue constituents are contacting me about every day. We all see it […]

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High Tax Economy Will Drive Investors Away – Lockhart

DUP Member of Parliament Carla Lockhart has said the commitment of Chancellor Jeremy Hunt to his planned hike in Corporation Tax will cause pain for local companies, and drive investment and employment into the arms of the Irish Republic. The Chancellor is set to hike corporation tax from 19% to 25% in the forthcoming budget, […]

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McNulty Welcomes Road Safety Improvements for Killean PS

SDLP MLA Justin McNulty has welcomed the announcement of improved road safety measures for Killean Primary School, but says that more needs to be done to guarantee the safety of pupils, parents and teachers.  Improved signage and road markings will be installed at Killean PS after extensive lobbying from local representatives and the school community. […]

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Community Council Dáil Éireann Government Infrastructure Louth Louth County Council

Contract Signed For Mount Avenue Link Road, Dundalk

The contract signing for the €7million Mount Avenue Link Road Scheme in Dundalk took place yesterday, Monday 6th March, a major milestone in upgrading the western road network in the County Louth town. Chief Executive of Louth County Council, Joan Martin signed the contract for the Mount Avenue Link Road Scheme, in the presence of […]

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Newry, Mourne and Down LMP Launches Great Place to Work Event Series

Newry, Mourne and Down (NMD) District Council is serving up a series of free lunchtime employer engagement events as part of the ‘Great Place to Work’ strand of the NMD Labour Market Partnership. Labour Market Partnerships are funded by the Department for Communities and create targeted employment action plans for council areas, allowing for collaboration […]

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The Suspension of Democracy In The North of Ireland Is Dangerous and Damaging – Aontu

Commenting on the decision by the British Secretary of State for the North of Ireland to push the timetable for the reformation of the Executive and or Stormont Elections back to January 2024 Aontú leader Peadar Tóibín stated: “It is outrageous that the British Government has suspended the democratic process in the north of Ireland. […]

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McKernan Slams Carrickatuke Dumpers

SDLP Cusher Representative Emmajayne McKernan has expressed her anger at dumping on the road to Carrickatuke Viewpoint. McKernan said, “It’s utterly shameful that anyone thinks it’s ok to drive to one of Armagh’s places of natural beauty and dump their rubbish here.  Anyone who does this is blighting our beautiful countryside, and putting wildlife and our […]

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Fly Tipping “a scourge” on South Armagh Beauty Spot! – Larkin

Sinn Féin councillor Mickey Larkin has said that fly tipping continues to be a major blight on the roads around Slieve Gullion following the discovery of another quantity of litter dumped there. The Slieve Gullion councillor said: “There can be no excuse for these acts, the people involved in this have no regard for our […]