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The SDLP Opposition will this week demand a clear, coordinated response from the Executive on the appalling riots of the past week, including greater resources for the PSNI, enhanced hate crime legislation and timelines for publication of refugee integration and racial equality strategies – as well as asking the police and monitoring bodies to confirm […]
By Donal McMahon The PSNI has been alerted after a whistle-blower raised ‘concerns’ over an issue at a Northern Ireland council. Police have confirmed that they are ‘aware’ of the issue at Newry, Mourne and Down District Council (NMDDC) which the local authority says it is taking ‘seriously’. The Local Democracy Reporting Service (LDRS) understands […]
Newry, Mourne and Down District Council is delighted to welcome back the popular Carlingford Lough Ferry as it resumes its full daily service, offering a fast, scenic and convenient connection across Carlingford Lough. This vital link, running seven days a week between Greencastle, Co Down and Greenore, Co Louth and return, not only shortens travel […]
Newry, Mourne and Down District Council has officially launched its Be Active Summer Programme 2025, with bookings opening from 10am on Monday 16 June, for what promises to be a fun-filled and action-packed summer across the district. The programme, which runs throughout July and August, is designed to keep children and young people active, engaged […]
Newry City Sinn Féin Councillor Cathal King has said that the 25 Míle Great March for Gaza that took place last Saturday was a powerful symbol of solidarity with the suffering Palestinian people. The Councillor said, “A heartfelt well done to the organisers for their incredible efforts in bringing this together, and to all those […]
SDLP Newry & Armagh MLA Justin McNulty has urged the Northern Ireland Executive and the UK Government to break the stalemate on funding for Casement Park. He called for a financial commitment that matches the sporting and cultural significance of the GAA and the economic reality of today’s costs. Mr. McNulty said the Executive’s long-standing […]
Nicola Grant Workers Party representative has commented on a report that the Stormont Housing Minister is only able to fund half the public homes needed this year to fulfill the Executive’s Program for Government Commitments. Ms. Grant said the Workers Party in our response to the housing section of the programme for government in late […]
SDLP Newry councillor Doire Finn has called for a rainbow crossing to be installed in Newry city centre as a symbol of support for the local LGBT+ community. She has written to Infrastructure Minister Liz Kimmins, proposing that a rainbow crossing be incorporated into planned repair works at the zebra crossing at Sugar Island. Councillor […]
As a strong advocate for all things farming in Northern Ireland, Upper Bann MP Carla Lockhart is encouraging members of the public to support the Bank of Ireland Open Farm weekend – commencing on Saturday, 14th June. “Launched in 2012, the free on-farm experience is a showcase for the province’s vibrant farming industry. The two-day event […]
Nicola Grant Workers Party representative commenting today after many reports in the press around the state of our democracy in Northern Ireland across all levels of our political institutions. She continued once again we have reports of our local council having to admit to the non-disclosure of an important environmental report for a £44 million […]
By Donal McMahon DUP politicians have walked out of a council chamber in an equality dispute over bi-lingual signs. Newry, Mourne and Down District Council ratified its language policy with a majority vote on Irish and English gateway signage on Monday, June 2. Unionists had objected to the new signs for almost 90 communities in […]
Newry, Mourne and Down District Council has elected a new Chair and Deputy Chair at its Annual General Meeting on Monday 2 June 2025. Councillor Philip Campbell (Sinn Féin) has been appointed Chairperson, with Councillor Geraldine Kearns (Sinn Féin) elected as Deputy Chairperson. Together, they take on their new roles with a shared commitment to […]
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