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Ratcliffe Responds to Lord Frost Comments on Protocol Deal

Newry and Armagh TUV representative Keith Ratcliffe has welcomed recent comments from Lord Frost regarding the Windsor Framework. TUV Newry and Armagh spokesperson Keith Ratcliffe said: “Lord Frost’s comments in the Daily Telegraph about the “Windsor Framework” are a welcome dose of reality and a counter to much of the spin of recent days. “As […]

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Non-Opening Fixed Bridge Proposed for Newry Ship Canal

The Department for Infrastructure has confirmed that a non-opening 50 metre fixed bridge has been adopted as its preferred option for Newry Ship Canal, which will form part of the Newry Southern Relief Road (NSRR). The Department will now proceed with the preparation of the Environmental Impact Assessment Report and associated consultation based on a […]

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Finnegan Welcomes Plans to Replace Ballynacarry Bridge

Sinn Féin councillor Aoife Finnegan has welcomed news that Monaghan county council is preparing plans to upgrade and replace Ballynacarry bridge, near Culloville. The Slieve Gullion councillor said: “Improving road safety at Ballynacarry bridge has long been a key objective for Sinn Féin, with my colleagues, Conor Murphy MLA and former councillor, Terry Hearty, both […]

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Council Slow Cooker Programme Success!

Local men from across the ABC borough have picked up new skills and new friendships at a recent slow cooker programme, held in Ardmore Recreation Centre, Armagh.  Organised by Armagh City, Banbridge and Craigavon Borough Council in collaboration with the Southern Health and Social Care Trust, this programme was funded by the Public Health Agency […]

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Newry Chamber Welcomes Deal on Post-Brexit Arrangements

Newry Chamber welcomes the news of a deal on post-Brexit arrangements between the EU and UK Government, entitled the ‘Windsor Framework’. Julie Gibbons, President of Newry Chamber said: “While we are taking time to review the details of the agreement and consider what it means for our members, it is positive news.” “It will greatly […]

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Ó Murchú Meets Autism Campaigner

Young people with autism, and the issues they face, were to the fore again in Leinster House last week when Deputy Ruairí Ó Murchú met autism campaigner, 12-year-old Cara Darmody at the Oireachtas. The Sinn Féin TD met Cara, who wowed the country when she aced the Junior Cert Maths paper when she was just […]

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Irish Translation Service Costing Over £100,000 While Assembly Doesn’t Sit

Statement by TUV leader Jim Allister: “Having asked the Assembly Commission about the cost of the Irish/English interpretation service introduced following an Assembly vote in June 2021, I have established that the cost of the same to the public purse has been £117,075.41. Remarkably, this expenditure has been run up while the Assembly hasn’t even […]

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Eastwood: We Must Realise Potential of Dual Market Access

Social Democratic and Labour Party Leader Colum Eastwood MP has said the North must realise the economic potential of dual market access. He was speaking after questioning Prime Minister Rishi Sunak on his Protocol deal in the House of Commons on Wednesday. Mr Eastwood challenged the PM to commit to investing in infrastructure and higher […]

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Boylan Slams Fare Surge For Morning Bus Commuters 

Sinn Féin MLA and infrastructure spokesperson Cathal Boylan has slammed the increase of fares for morning commuters that is set to be introduced on Monday. The Newry and Armagh MLA stated: “With the early bird scheme set to be axed on Monday, workers in 15 towns and cities are set to face a 30-75% increase in the […]

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Date Set for ‘Dáithí’s Law’ to Come Into Effect

From 1 June 2023, all adults in Northern Ireland will be considered potential organ donors unless they choose to opt out or are in an excluded group. The Department of Health has now been able to confirm the date for the introduction of ‘Dáithí’s Law’, following the Northern Ireland (Executive Formation and Organ and Tissue […]

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St Patrick’s Day Celebrations Announced for Downpatrick and Newry

Join us in Newry and Downpatrick on Friday 17 March for a multitude of activities and festivities for all the family, including our fabulous community parades.  We are delighted to work with our community groups, venues and arts organisations to deliver our St Patrick’s Day 2023 celebrations.  Talking about this year’s festival, Newry, Mourne and […]

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Sinn Féin President Calls for Restoration of Executive Without Delay

Sinn Féin President Mary Lou McDonald has called for the restoration of the northern Executive without delay.Speaking today in the Dáil, Teachta McDonald said: “The announcement yesterday of an agreement by the European Commission and the British Government on the Protocol is very welcome. “The announcement marked the end of negotiations to resolve trading practicalities. […]