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Mary Lou McDonald Expresses Deep Sadness at Death of Pope Francis

Sinn Féin Leader Mary Lou McDonald has expressed her deep sadness at the death of Pope Francis.  She said: “For those of us who are Catholics, this is a moment of huge loss but the death of Pope Francis will also be mourned by those across the globe who respected him as a courageous spiritual […]

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McNulty: Executive Must Recognise Opportunities of Investment In Public Transport

SDLP Newry & Armagh MLA Justin McNulty has welcomed an increase in the use of bus and rail services across the North but urged the Executive to invest in public transport and harness the opportunity it offers. It follows confirmation from Translink that they have recorded an additional three million passenger journeys for 2024/25, resulting […]

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SDLP Leader Claire Hanna MP Pays Tribute to Pope Francis

Claire Hanna MP has paid tribute to Pope Francis following his death at the age of 88.  Claire Hanna MP said: “Pope Francis’s passing will be mourned not only by those of the Catholic faith, but by people across the world. He was a leader of humanity and authenticity, deeply attuned to the real lives […]

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O’Neill Expresses Condolences Following Death of Pope Francis

Leas Uachtarán Shinn Féin Michelle O’Neill has expressed her condolences following the death of Pope Francis. Michelle O’Neill said: “I am very sad to learn of the death of Pope Francis, a man of great faith and a strong, determined leader. “During his visit to Ireland in 2018, he spoke passionately in support of the […]

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MP Slams Those Responsible For Racially Abusing Daisy Hill Hospital Staff And Their Families

Sinn Féin MP Dáire Hughes has slammed those responsible for abusing international Daisy Hill Hospital Staff.  Recently five doctors and their families were enjoying a day out in a local play park when they were subject to vile racist abuse. Condemning the incident, the Newry and Armagh MP said,  “This is absolutely disgraceful and disgusting […]

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Community Constituency Government Infrastructure Newry Newry and Armagh Stormont

Olympian Ciara Mageean Signs Up to Road Safety Campaign

Olympian Ciara Mageean is the latest high-profile sports personality to support a road safety campaign to reduce road deaths. The Portaferry athlete has signed up to the Department for Infrastructure’s Share the Road to Zero campaign, which encourages greater responsibility and care on our roads. Mageean joins a growing list of well-known sports stars backing […]

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NMD PCSP Highlights Ongoing Commitment to Road Safety In the Community

The Newry, Mourne and Down Policing and Community Safety Partnership (PCSP) has recently delivered a number of targeted road safety initiatives in partnership with local schools and community groups, reinforcing its ongoing commitment to promoting safer communities. In collaboration with the Northern Ireland Fire and Rescue Service (NIFRS), the PCSP co-ordinated a road safety session […]

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Newry Parkrun ‘An Opportunity to Showcase Our City’– Dáire Hughes MP

Sinn Féin MP for Newry and Armagh has welcomed confirmation that Newry will be hosting its own Parkrun, with the first event to take place in the very near future. Speaking after meeting with Parkrun organisers, Dáire Hughes MP said; “I’m delighted to see that the hugely successful Parkrun initiative is coming to Newry. Parkrun […]

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Government Politics Sport Stormont

It’s Time to Build Casement Park – Sinn Fein

Sinn Féin MP Paul Maskey has called on the British government to clarify the funding it will provide to redevelop Casement Park. He was speaking after a rally, calling for progress at the stadium, was held in West Belfast and attended by hundreds of Gaels from across the city and beyond. “Today, the message was […]

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Launch of Louth PEACEPLUS Action Plan

Louth County Council launched the Louth PEACEPLUS Action Plan on Thursday, 10th April 2025. The Louth PEACEPLUS Action Plan is a project supported by PEACEPLUS, a programme managed by the Special EU Programmes Body (SEUPB) and has received €4,679,354 to engage with 4679 participants in 15 projects across three themes. The first theme, Local Community Regeneration […]

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Armagh Community Constituency Dáil Éireann Government Legacy Newry Newry and Armagh Politics South Armagh Stormont

McNulty: Shared Island Investment Is a Transformative Moment for Communities Across Ireland 

SDLP MLA Justin McNulty has hailed Taoiseach Micheál Martin’s landmark announcement of an additional €1 billion for the Shared Island Fund as a historic investment in reconciliation, partnership, and practical progress across the island of Ireland. Newry & Armagh MLA Justin McNulty said: “This funding is a powerful statement of intent.  It reflects the very […]

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Crucial To Continue To Support Farmers In Implementing Sustainable Targets – Finnegan

Newry & Armagh MLA Aoife Finnegan has said that it is crucial that we continue to support our farmers in implementing sustainable practices to meet net-zero targets.’ The Sinn Féin MLA was speaking after attending the recent Ulster Farmers Union Family Day. The MLA said, “We had a fantastic day at the Ulster Farmers’ Union’s […]