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‘Tory chaos continuing to punish workers and families!’ – Sinn Fein

Sinn Féin MLA Caoimhe Archibald has said the Tories’ economic chaos is continuing to punish workers and families. Following the statement by the latest Tory chancellor today, the party’s economy spokesperson said: “The new British Chancellor has today reversed many of the announcements made by his predecessor just over three weeks ago. “The economic chaos […]

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Agriculture Community Constituency Education Government Lurgan Upper Bann Westminster

World Milk Day a Reminder of Benefits of Dairy

Upper Bann MP Carla Lockhart has said the ongoing provision of milk to schoolchildren under the School Milk Scheme is a great benefit to local schoolchildren, and encouraged other schools not taking part in the programme to consider participation. Speaking today, on World School Milk Day, Carla Lockhart said: “From birth, milk is the food […]

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Agriculture Banbridge Business Constituency Government Upper Bann Westminster

Welcome for Fane Valley Renovations

Local MP Carla Lockhart has expressed her delight at the commencement of renovations to Fane Valley Stores in Banbridge. Commenting the DUP MP said: “It is fantastic that renovation works have started on what is a much used Fane Valley Store. I know for many it is the go to place for supplies.  This investment […]

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Agriculture Community Constituency Government Lurgan Stormont Upper Bann Westminster

FBIS a Welcome Opportunity to Support on Farm Investment

Upper Bann MP Carla Lockhart has welcomed the announcement by DAERA Minister Edwin Poots MLA of the opening of the Farm Business Improvement Scheme Capital (FBIS-C) tier one, tranche four. £10 million has been allocated towards this tranche. Commenting, the DUP MP said: “Farmers across Northern Ireland will welcome this opportunity for financial support towards […]

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Business Community Constituency Government Portadown Stormont Upper Bann Westminster

Economy Minister and MP Visit Irwin’s Bakery

Upper Bann MP Carla Lockhart has hosted a visit to Irwin’s Bakery in Portadown by Economy Minister Gordon Lyons MLA, where they met with Chairman Brian Irwin to discuss a range of issues impacting upon business at this time. Local MLA Diane Dodds and Lord Mayor of Armagh City, Banbridge and Craigavon Council, Cllr. Paul […]

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Advice Available to Meet Cost of Living Pressures – Lockhart

Local MP Carla Lockhart has hosted an online advice session with the Consumer Council for Northern Ireland, to offer useful advice and tips for people amidst the ongoing challenges posed by the cost of living crisis. Speaking after the webinar, Carla Lockhart said: “My office is being contacted on a daily basis by constituents who […]

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Campaigns Community Constituency Cost of Living Government Lurgan Upper Bann Westminster

Impact of Foodbank Marked at 10th Anniversary Event

Upper Bann MP Carla Lockhart has thanked all those who have contributed to the work of Craigavon Foodbank, at an event to mark the tenth anniversary of the charity. Carla Lockhart said: “Ten years ago as Mayor of Craigavon Council I launched the Foodbank. At that time it was the vision of a small number […]

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

Restoring Executive Must be Priority for Irish and British Governments! – Murphy

Sinn Féin MLA Conor Murphy has said the Irish and British governments must prioritise restoring the Executive and Assembly through a joint approach.  Speaking after a meeting of the British-Irish Intergovernmental Conference, the finance minister said:  “Top of the to-do list of the Irish and British governments must be getting the Executive and Assembly up […]

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Community Constituency Government Infrastructure Lurgan Upper Bann Westminster

Resurfacing of Avenue Road and Belfast Road in Lurgan

Upper Bann MP Carla Lockhart has secured progress from the Department for Infrastructure towards the resurfacing of Avenue Road/Belfast Road, one of the main arterial routes into Lurgan. Commenting, Carla Lockhart said: “The road surfaces of both Avenue Road and Belfast Road are well below an acceptable standard for any road, let alone one with […]

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Community Constituency Government Health Lurgan Upper Bann Westminster

Childhood Cancer Heartache Should Spur Greater Support for Sufferers and Families

Upper Bann MP Carla Lockhart has said that the Government must do more to address childhood cancer, in terms of prevention, treatment and support for patients and their families. The DUP representative made the call at the conclusion of Childhood Cancer Awareness Month, after meeting with Sara and David Watson, whose son Adam passed away […]

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Community Government Politics Stormont Westminster

Local parties must be involved in Protocol negotiations – UUP

The Ulster Unionist Party’s Finance Spokesperson, Steve Aiken OBE MLA, has urged the UK Government and the EU to include local political parties in the negotiations aimed at finding a deal to resolve the long-standing issues surrounding the Northern Ireland Protocol. Steve Aiken said: “The announcement today that talks around resolving the protocol are to be […]

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Community Government Politics Stormont Westminster

SDLP Welcome Fresh Protocol Negotiations

SDLP Leader of the Opposition Matthew O’Toole has welcomed the prospect of fresh negotiations between the British government and the European Union on the Protocol.  It comes after new Foreign Secretary James Cleverly held talks with Maroš Šefčovič on Friday. South Belfast MLA Mr O’Toole said: “It is welcome news that the UK and EU are […]