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By Donal McMahon Newry’s controversial £17m civic centre plans have survived a ‘call in’ process in chambers this week in a split decision by councillors. The application for the new HQ for Newry, Mourne and Down District Council (NMDDC) was first lodged in 2019 and gained final approval in June for the Abbey Way site. […]
The Department for Infrastructure has served a Notice of Appeal against the A5 judgement made in June. Speaking as the appeal was lodged to the Court of Appeal, Infrastructure Minister Liz Kimmins said: “I am determined to see this project go ahead and therefore it is important that we appeal the decision made in the High […]
Louth County Council’s VARCITIES project at Dundalk Library has been nominated for a 2025 e-Government award. The VARCITIES pilot project, a transformative urban regeneration initiative co-funded by the EU’s Horizon 2020 programme, has been nominated in the Smart Cities and Urban Development category. Located within the courtyard area of the County Library and Museum in […]
SDLP Newry and Armagh MLA Justin McNulty has called for urgent action from the Northern Ireland Executive to tackle growing inequality in access to sport and physical activity for young people. He made the call following a meeting with Ulster University to discuss new research which highlights significant barriers—particularly cost and access—for children and adolescents trying […]
Sinn Féin Newry Armagh MP Dáire Hughes has welcomed the appointment of Joe McVey as the new Commissioner for Victims & Survivors. The news was confirmed by the First Minister and deputy First Minister. “The appointment of Joe McVey as the new Commissioner for Victims & Survivors is welcome,” said the Newry Armagh MP Dáire […]
Sinn Féin Councillor Aidan Mathers has welcomed the opening of the new IncredABLE Café in Newry, describing it as a “fantastic initiative” that promotes inclusion, opportunity, and community spirit. Located in Newry Leisure Centre, the café offers a welcoming space for the public while creating meaningful opportunities for people with learning disabilities and autism. Following […]
Infrastructure Minister Liz Kimmins has confirmed that the Department will appeal the A5 judgement received at the end of June. Minister Kimmins said: “There is too much at stake for us not to appeal the recent court judgement about this regionally significant infrastructure project. I am prepared to do everything within my power to save lives […]
Newry, Mourne and Down District Council is proud to support World Breastfeeding Week, which takes place annually in the first week of August. The initiative, led by the World Health Organisation (WHO), UNICEF and global health partners, highlights breastfeeding as a key pillar for lifelong health, child development and social equality. Breastfeeding provides numerous benefits […]
Budding photographers across the district are reminded to capture their unique perspective of our Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty before 15 August. Each year, Newry, Mourne and Down District Council hosts an amateur photography competition to highlight the splendour of the district’s three Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB). The winning photographs from across The […]
Northern Ireland is facing a housing emergency of historic proportions. With homelessness rising, social housing waiting lists surging, and affordability worsening, families and individuals are struggling to find safe and permanent shelter. Housing Demand Soars As of 31st March 2025, the Northern Ireland Housing Executive (NIHE) waiting list reached 49,083 households an increase of around 25% since […]
Sinn Féin Councillor Declan Murphy has said that any plans for a band parade in Bessbrook must fully take into account the rights and needs of local residents, particularly around access for carers, domiciliary workers, and emergency services. The Slieve Gullion Councillor said: “I’ve been in contact with the Parades Commission to relay a number […]
Communities Minister Gordon Lyons has launched the Northern Ireland Historic Environment Fund (HEF) The grant programme, delivered by the Department for Communities, supports the repair, research and regeneration of Northern Ireland’s heritage assets including listed buildings, scheduled monuments and community heritage projects. The Fund encourages action by third parties to realise the Department’s aim of […]
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