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PSNI “No Doubt” There Is “Paramilitary Element” to Recent Racist Disorder In Belfast

Sinn Féin MLA Gerry Kelly has been reacting to the assessment by the PSNI that they have “no doubt” there is a “paramilitary element” to recent racist disorder in Belfast. The party’s policing spokesperson said: “It is deeply concerning but not surprising that police have today said they have ‘no doubt’ there is a ‘paramilitary […]

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Minister Visits Giggles Early Years In Newry

Department for the Economy NI Minister Conor Murphy MLA has visited Giggles Early Years childcare provider in Newry. The Minister said: “I am pleased that Giggles Early Years has become the first early years provider in the north to receive accreditation as a real living wage employer. “This follows my Department’s recent support for the […]

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All-Island Vision for a New Age of Rail

The Department of Transport in Ireland and the Department for Infrastructure (DfI) in Northern Ireland publish the Final Report of the All-Island Strategic Rail Review, developed in the context of the “New Decade, New Approach” agreement. This ground-breaking Report, approved for publication by the Irish Government and DfI Minister, sets out a strategic vision for […]

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Murphy Announces Assured Skills Academy With EY

Economy Minister Conor Murphy announced 20 high quality training places on a Digital Engineering Academy with EY. Fully funded by the Department for the Economy, the Academy will be a blend of onsite and online learning delivered in partnership with Belfast Met from 14 October to 13 December 2024. Learning will provide practical experience and […]

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O’Neill Speaks to Chief Constable on Racist Attacks

The First Minister Michelle O’Neill has spoken to Chief Constable Jon Boutcher following the racist violence in Belfast. Michelle O’Neill said:  “There is no place in this society for racism or the attacks on our minority communities which took place at the weekend.   “Today, I spoke to PSNI Chief Constable Jon Boutcher and we agreed […]

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Mason Presses British Government to Increase Childcare Subsidy

Sinn Féin MLA Cathy Mason has said the British government must increase the subsidy for childcare providers to make childcare more affordable. The party’s spokesperson on childcare and early years said: “Childcare providers are struggling to keep their doors open due to increased operating costs, and difficulties faced recruiting and retaining workers.  “I have written […]

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Communities Minister Gordon Lyons Cheers On ‘Best Ever’ Olympics

Communities Minister Gordon Lyons is set to cheer on our athletes at the Olympic and Paralympic games in Paris. The Minister will be attending athletics, boxing and golf this week, with further events planned later in the month to mark the record-breaking performance at the Games. Speaking ahead of his visit, the Minister said: “As Sports Minister […]

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Minister Fails to Meet Warrenpoint Community As Smell Gets Stronger

The members of The Rotten to the Point Campaign Group who have been highlighting  “The Evil Smell” case in Warrenpoint for almost a year and have now collected over 2500 signatures on their petition calling for the removal of the Re-Gen Waste Ltd waste operation from Warrenpoint Port, have written to DAERA Minister Andrew Muir […]

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O’Dowd Welcomes All-Island Rail Review Publication

Infrastructure Minister John O’Dowd has welcomed the publication of the All-Island Strategic Rail Review. Welcoming the report and its 32 recommendations, Minister O’Dowd said: “This is an ambitious piece of work carried out by independent consultants, which has the potential to transform our rail network across the island.  It offers an opportunity to deliver real and lasting […]

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Hughes Welcomes Final Report of All-Island Strategic Rail Review

Sinn Féin MP Dáire Hughes has welcomed the final report of the All-Island Strategic Rail Review. The Newry and Armagh MP said: “The All-Island Rail Review sets out a pathway to a greener, cleaner and more connected island. “The report outlines a number of key priorities, and I particularly welcome plans to reinstate the Portadown […]

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Minister to Update Executive on Winter Fuel Payment

Commenting on the Chancellor’s decision to restrict the Winter Fuel Payment, Communities Minister Gordon Lyons said: “The announcement to limit the Winter Fuel Payment is disappointing news which will impact upon many in our society. For those who are less well off, it creates an additional financial burden. It also comes amid a range of […]

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NHS Pay: Union Won’t Leave NI Workers Behind!

UNISON statement: UNISON members in the health service will take careful note of Minister Nesbitt’s statement on pay. Expectation will now rise that NI workers should not be left behind. The UK Chancellor’s commitment to a 5.5% increase for public sector workers the Minister must include action to fully fund pay improvement across the UK. […]