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DUP Agriculture, Environment and Rural Affairs spokesperson Carla Lockhart MP has welcomed the new legislation on dairy contracts which came into force earlier this month. “The Fair Dealings Obligations (Milk) Regulations 2024 applies to all new contracts relating to the purchase of milk from dairy farmers. The new regulations aim to establish transparency and accountability […]
Health Minister Mike Nesbitt has highlighted the role of Elective Care Centres in helping to reduce our lengthy waiting lists. Dedicated capacity for elective surgery has been enhanced through continued development of these surgical hubs across Northern Ireland. A key benefit is that this planned surgery is less likely to be cancelled due to emergency […]
Carla Lockhart, Member of Parliament for Upper Bann, is urging farmers and the rural community to take extra precautions and reassess their approach to safety during Farm Safety Week 2024, highlighting the critical need for improved safety practices on farms. “Farm Safety Week offers an opportunity for a real reset in the way we all […]
SDLP MPs have supported an amendment to the King’s Speech to be debated this evening at Westminster which would commit to ending the two-child benefit cap. The SDLP has long called for an end to the cap which has compounded child poverty and has a particularly detrimental impact on families in Northern Ireland. Speaking ahead […]
Sinn Féin MLA Liz Kimmins has commended the work of Breast Mates Newry, following an important meeting held at Stormont with the Health Minister, Mike Nesbitt. Following the meeting, the Sinn Féin Health Spokesperson said: “I was delighted to host the Breast Mates group at Stormont where they met with the Health Minister to highlight […]
Newry, Mourne and Down District Council Chairperson, Cllr Pete Byrne has welcomed planning approval for the building of a major new manufacturing base in Newry. Approval by Council’s Planning Committee for the proposal from Spanish packaging firm Saica Pack UK Ltdis due to see them relocate from their existing Newry Street Plant in Warrenpoint to […]
The much-anticipated Lúnasa Festival is set to return this year, bringing a vibrant celebration of music and culture across South Armagh and the Ring of Gullion. Running from Saturday 3 to Sunday 25 August 2024, the Lúnasa Festival will offer an eclectic mix of music from local talents Greener Shade of Blue and An Bonnán […]
The Housing Executive has published its response to the Department for Communities’ Budget 2024/5 Equality Impact Assessment. Whilst the Housing Executive is acutely aware of the strategic public finance challenges for Northern Ireland and, in particular, the financial constraints facing the Department for Communities, the housing body is warning that proposed budget cuts to the […]
A campaign challenging sexism and misogyny within our society to help improve safety for women and girls has been launched by Armagh City, Banbridge and Craigavon Borough Council. Working in partnership with Newry, Mourne and Down District Council, the Southern and South Eastern Health and Social Care Trust and Women’s Aid, the council are aiming […]
Housing Executive staff got on the board the Autism Virtual Reality Experience Bus to learn more about the barriers and issues people with autism face. The sessions, delivered by Training 2 Care UK, focused on providing participants with an experience of the sensory processing difficulties faced by autistic people. Staff used immersive and innovative technology, […]
Newry Chamber of Commerce & Trade welcomed Economy Minister, Conor Murphy MLA to the city for initial discussions on the Economic Strategy for the Greater Newry Area. Minister Murphy outlined in detail his Economic Vision for the North across the four key areas he has identified as being crucial to building a strong and sustainable […]
Speaking after a meeting with senior NIO officials earlier, Ulster Unionist Party leader, Doug Beattie MC MLA, welcomed the opportunity to seek clarification on a range of issues emanating from the Kings Speech earlier this week. “Along with a delegation from my party, I met with senior NIO officials this morning to seek clarification on […]
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