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Ulster Unionist Party Communities Spokesperson Andy Allen MLA said: “The UK Government’s announcement today of a one-off £100 payment for households who use home heating oil in Northern Ireland, falls short of the level of support needed. Although this is in addition to the previously announced £400 energy bills support scheme payment for electricity bills […]
Sinn Féín MLA Caoimhe Archibald has described the £100 payment to households relying on home heating oil as ‘woefully inadequate’. The party’s economy spokesperson said: “Workers, families and businesses here are struggling with rising energy costs and a cost-of-living emergency. “The latest announcements of support from the British Government once again come with a complete […]
The SDLP has proposed a radical new scheme designed to support the majority of households in Northern Ireland, which rely on home heating oil, and are facing a shockingly difficult winter of increased prices and cold homes. The scheme would see 1000 litres of home heating oil provided to all domestic consumers across Northern Ireland […]
Upper Bann Member of Parliament Carla Lockhart has said the outpouring of sorrow at the passing of Her Late Majesty Queen Elizabeth II is reflective of the love and affection for The Queen, that must be encapsulated in a lasting national tribute to celebrate her historic reign. Carla Lockhart said: “Never before in my lifetime […]
Sinn Féin MP Mickey Brady has accused the Tories of being ‘detached from reality’ following reports that they are seeking to remove the cap on bonuses for big bankers. The Newry and Armagh MP has said struggling workers, families and businesses need support now with the cost-of-living emergency. Mickey said: “Reports that the Tories are […]
Sinn Féin MP John Finucane has called on British Prime Minister Liz Truss to bin the flawed Tory legacy ‘bill of shame’ without any further delay. Speaking at the Time for Truth demonstration in Belfast attended by thousands, the North Belfast MP said: “The introduction of the Legacy Bill is evidence that the British government […]
Sinn Féin MP Mickey Brady has expressed regret at the decision to remove a number of Oak trees at the Greenbank in Newry The Newry and Armagh MP said: “Over the last number of months I have met with a number of concerned residents as well as engineers to assess the situation. “I pressed the […]
Upper Bann MP Carla Lockhart has said the decision of Lynas Foodservice to open an outlet store in Portadown is another expression of confidence in the town as a good place to do business, and welcomed the creation of 15 jobs as a boost to local employment opportunity. Speaking on a preview visit to the […]
Upper Bann MP Carla Lockhart has written to the Chancellor to request that he suspend the 25% tariff on steel products entering Northern Ireland. The tariff is being introduced as a result of the Northern Ireland Protocol, after EU quotas for global imports were exhausted. The DUP MP said: “The impact of this tariff will […]
Local MP Carla Lockhart has welcomed the completion of resurfacing in Mulberry Crescent in Banbridge, following engagement with the developer and Roads Service. Commenting, Carla Lockhart said: “It is great to see the new surface throughout Mulberry Crescent, and I know this will make a huge difference to homeowners living in this really nice development. […]
Local MP Carla Lockhart has welcomed submission of a planning application for a new play park at Robinstown in the Birches area. The application was submitted following consultation and approval from the Northern Ireland Housing Executive. Commenting, Carla Lockhart said: “With a planning application now submitted, this long standing project has reached another milestone to […]
Local MP Carla Lockhart and Portadown Councillor Margaret Tinsley have secured a range of improvements in the Bocombra and Drumnacanvy areas of Portadown, further to a number of issues being raised my members of the local community. Updating residents on the works carried out, Carla Lockhart said; “As public representatives both Margaret and I are […]
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