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Community Constituency Downpatrick Government South Down Westminster

Construction Sector Can Be Strategic Partner For Creating Jobs and Tackling Regional Imbalance – Hazzard

Sinn Féin MP Chris Hazzard has said that planning reform and long-term infrastructure investment are essential to unlocking economic potential. The South Down MP was speaking at the Construction Employers Federation’s inaugural conference where the CEF launched its ‘Delivery, not Delay’ manifesto for the 2027 Assembly Election. “The local construction sector can be a strategic […]

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Community Constituency Government Newry Newry and Armagh South Armagh Westminster

Blue-Green Algae At Camlough Lake Requires Urgent Action – Dáire Hughes MP

Sinn Féin MP for Newry and Armagh, Dáire Hughes, has called for immediate action following an outbreak of blue-green algae at Camlough Lake. Dáire Hughes MP said; “The erection of signs at Camlough Lake warning of an outbreak of blue-green algae has frustrated the local community. This is not the first instance of an outbreak […]

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Business Community Constituency Government Infrastructure Newry Newry and Armagh Politics Westminster

Hughes Welcomes Permanent Additional Free Hour In Controlled Parking Zones In Newry

Sinn Féin MP for Newry and Armagh Dáire Hughes has welcomed Infrastructure Minister Liz Kimmins’ announcement that the Controlled Parking Zones pilot scheme in Newry will now become permanent. Dáire Hughes MP said: “I am delighted that Minister Liz Kimmins has made the additional free hour in Controlled Parking Zones in Newry permanent. “This is […]

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Community Constituency Council Education Government Health Housing Infrastructure Newry Newry and Armagh NMD Council Politics Stormont Westminster

Locals First Initiative: Our Opposition Is to Government Policy, NOT Migrant Workers or Those From Different Backgrounds!

Statement: In recent months, Sinn Féin, the SDLP and Alliance have attempted to portray the Locals First Initiative as being opposed to immigrant workers and people from different backgrounds. That claim is simply untrue. Our position has been consistent from the very beginning. We stand for the people of Newry, Mourne and Down—regardless of their […]

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Armagh Campaigns Community Constituency Daisy Hill Government Health Newry Newry and Armagh Politics South Armagh Westminster

Hughes Raises Daisy Hill Maternity Services With Southern Trust

Sinn Féin MP for Newry and Armagh, Dáire Hughes, has raised the issues surrounding maternity services at Daisy Hill Hospital. Speaking at Thursday’s Southern Trust Board meeting, Dáire Hughes said: “Last week’s suspension of services demonstrated the fragility of maternity at Daisy Hill Hospital. Whilst we understand the causes of this suspension and understand the […]

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Crime Government Westminster

Hanna Welcomes Donaldson Verdict

Responding to the verdict in the Jeffrey Donaldson case, SDLP Leader Claire Hanna MP said: “My first thoughts today are with the victims of this abuse, who showed immense courage in coming forward and giving evidence knowing the scrutiny and attention they would face. Their bravery has resulted in justice being done. “This case should […]

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Armagh Community Constituency Government Newry Newry and Armagh Politics South Armagh Stormont Westminster

Sinn Féin Has Selected Three Candidates to Stand In Newry and Armagh In Next Assembly Election In May 2027

Three sitting MLAs, Liz Kimmins, Aoife Finnegan and Cathal Boylan will contest the election for the party next year.    Speaking to hundreds of people at the launch event in the Canal Court Hotel in Newry on Friday evening, Sinn Féin President Mary Lou McDonald TD said the three candidates are ingrained in their communities, […]

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Agriculture Community Constituency Government Lurgan Politics Upper Bann Westminster

Lockhart Requests Urgent Meeting With Newly Appointed DEFRA Minister

DUP Agriculture Spokesperson Carla Lockhart MP has written to newly appointed DEFRA Minister Stephen Morgan MP requesting an urgent meeting. Mr Morgan, Labour MP for Portsmouth South, was appointed last week as part of an impromptu Government reshuffle, replacing Dame Angela Eagle MP, whose tenure commenced in September 2025. Ms Lockhart has expressed concern at […]

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Community Constituency Downpatrick Government Politics South Down Stormont Westminster

Gavin Robinson’s Comments Are Totally Detached From Reality – Hazzard

Sinn Féin MP Chris Hazzard described comments around the reform of Stormont made by DUP leader, Gavin Robinson as double speak and totally detached from reality. The South Down MP said: “While Gavin Robinson says politicians must want to work together, the DUP continue to frustrate progress – on the Good Jobs Bill, on Environmental […]

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Community Education Government Politics Stormont Westminster

Education Minister Welcomes Social Media Ban to Protect Children Online

Education Minister Paul Givan has today welcomed the UK Government’s announcement to ban social media platforms for children under the age of 16. Under the proposals, social media platforms will be required to prevent under-16s from accessing their services. The measures are expected to apply to major social media platforms including TikTok, Instagram, Snapchat, Facebook, […]

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Banbridge Community Constituency Government Politics Upper Bann Westminster

Aontu Lodge Formal Complaint on Lockhart Attendance at Scarva

Aontú Deputy Leader Gemma Brolly has lodged a formal complaint with the Standards Commissioner in Westminster following the actions of DUP MP Carla Lockhart in Scarva over the weekend. The MP was seen to be engaging with men in masks at the registered counter protest against a pro-Palestine march in the village.  Masked protestors were […]

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Dáil Éireann Government Politics Stormont Westminster

Hanna: UK and Irish Governments Must Respond to Stormont Reform Momentum

SDLP Leader Claire Hanna MP has said the UK and Irish Governments must acknowledge growing momentum for reform of the Stormont institutions. She was speaking after Sinn Féin became the latest party to publicly endorse reform. South Belfast and Mid Down MP Claire Hanna said: “There is clear momentum behind Stormont reform and it can […]