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Sinn Féin MLA Conor Murphy has said the DUP’s boycott of the Executive has left public services at the mercy of cruel Tory cuts. Speaking after the Budget Bill passed through Westminster today, Conor Murphy said: “The decision by the DUP to boycott the Executive has left people and public services exposed to the full […]
Sinn Féin MLA Sinead Ennis has slammed the invasive use of victims’ counselling records in sexual assault trials. The South Down MLA said: “It is unacceptable that victims of sexual assault cannot access mental health support from counsellors without the worry that their words will end up being read out in a court room. “This […]
Did you know, that when you are exercising throughout the borough of Armagh, Banbridge and Craigavon, that there are many facilities on hand to refill your water bottle? In fact, ABC Council has joined forces with the Couch25K programme to encourage you to join the #refillution and use the water refill points located in many […]
Newry Arts Festival enters its second week following a fantastic opening mix of exhibitions, comedy, music and drama. Running from 2 to 11 February, Newry Arts Festival is welcoming renowned acts from the Newry area, including the Newpoint Players, Joanne Quigley McParland and the Fews Ensemble, Brigid O’Neill, and top visual artists from across the […]
With an annual budget of almost £140m and over 600 staff Invest NI is well resourced to develop our economy. However, under the DUP’s control since 2007 the organisation has lacked a clear and consistent set of objectives. Some larger companies and consultants have been well catered for, but the vast majority of small businesses […]
Newry, Mourne and Down District Council Chairperson, Councillor Michael Savage has been raising vital funds for the four charities that he has chosen to support during his year in office. On Friday 3 February, over 300 guests turned out in their finery for the Chairperson’s Charity Ball at the Canal Court Hotel, Newry where they […]
Sinn Féin MLA John O’Dowd has welcomed news that Rushmere Shopping centre has been purchased out of administration by Killahoey Group. Mr O’Dowd said: “There has been some uncertainty for businesses and workers in Rushmere since it went into administration in April 2022. “Those businesses and workers who are the heartbeat of the centre will […]
Sinn Féin spokesperson Aidan Mathers has slammed those responsible for an explosive device in Newry. The Newry City spokesperson spoke after a viable explosive device was found at a home in the Barcroft area on Wednesday night. Aidan Mathers said: “I condemn those responsible, they caused fear and disruption for the community, with many local […]
DUP MP for Upper Bann has marked Cervical Cancer Prevention Week by urging women to be aware of the importance of screening, and calling on the Government to increase investment towards ongoing research into the causes and treatment of cervical cancer. Carla Lockhart said: “Like all cancers, cervical cancer is most easily treated if it […]
A Planning Application for the Theatre and Conference Centre and accompanying public realm in Newry is currently being processed and will soon be available to view on the new NI Planning Portal. The Centre is part of plans to enhance cultural activity space in the heart of the City. The Council wants to attract more people […]
SDLP Cusher Representative Emmajayne McKernan has said she has reported a number dangerous potholes on roads across Cusher. McKernan said, “I’ve been contacted by many rural road users about the dire state of the roads. Drivers are facing dangerous conditions between surface water, poor drainage, lack of gritting and now the all-too-common potholes. “I’ve reports of […]
Sinn Féin councillor Valerie Harte has welcomed a commitment from DFI to carry out a long overdue resurfacing of Chapel road in Newry. The Newry City Councillor said: “After much work on behalf of residents of commons way, and constituents using the local household recycling centre, I’m glad to have a commitment from DFI to […]
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