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Agriculture Community Constituency Government Lurgan Politics Upper Bann Westminster

Open Farm Weekend an Opportunity to Experience Life Beyond Farmgate

As a strong advocate for all things farming in Northern Ireland, Upper Bann MP Carla Lockhart is encouraging members of the public to support the Bank of Ireland Open Farm weekend – commencing on Saturday, 14th June. “Launched in 2012, the free on-farm experience is a showcase for the province’s vibrant farming industry. The two-day event […]

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Government International Politics Stormont Westminster

SDLP: Alliance Name-Calling Can’t Deflect From European Choice

SDLP Leader of the Opposition Matthew O’Toole has said that name-calling and slurs from the Alliance Party will not detract from the fact that the only viable route back in to the EU is a new Ireland. He was speaking after an SDLP Opposition Day motion on rejoining the EU was defeated in the Assembly […]

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Armagh Constituency Government Newry Newry and Armagh Politics South Armagh Westminster

Good Friday Agreement Committee Must Build on Progress From Last Term – Hughes

Sinn Féin MP for Newry and Armagh, Dáire Hughes, has said that the Joint Oireachtas Committee on the Implementation of the Good Friday Agreement must build on the good work of the last term, especially on legacy, all-island healthcare and planning for constitutional change.  Speaking at the first meeting of the Committee, Dáire Hughes MP […]

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Dáil Éireann Government International Politics Westminster

Aontu: London’s New Immigration Policy Will Put Pressure on Ireland

Aontú Leader Peadar Tóibín has said that the unveiling of a new policy by the British Prime Minister yesterday that includes new strict enforcement measures to reduce inward migration to Britain will inevitably mean more people entering the island of Ireland for asylum and economic migration. The Meath West TD said: “The new policy outlined […]

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Government Politics Westminster

TUV Tables Commons Motion on Kneecap

TUV leader and North Antrim MP Jim Allister today tabled the following Early Day Motion in the Commons: That this House condemns without equivocation the menacing incitement to murder public servants by the renegade group Kneecap; believes public confidence in the justice system requires police and prosecutory action against these purveyors of hate, particularly following […]

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Government International Westminster

SDLP Leader Claire Hanna MP Pays Tribute to Pope Francis

Claire Hanna MP has paid tribute to Pope Francis following his death at the age of 88.  Claire Hanna MP said: “Pope Francis’s passing will be mourned not only by those of the Catholic faith, but by people across the world. He was a leader of humanity and authenticity, deeply attuned to the real lives […]

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Campaigns Community Constituency Crime Daisy Hill Government Health Newry Newry and Armagh Westminster

MP Slams Those Responsible For Racially Abusing Daisy Hill Hospital Staff And Their Families

Sinn Féin MP Dáire Hughes has slammed those responsible for abusing international Daisy Hill Hospital Staff.  Recently five doctors and their families were enjoying a day out in a local play park when they were subject to vile racist abuse. Condemning the incident, the Newry and Armagh MP said,  “This is absolutely disgraceful and disgusting […]

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Community Constituency Government Lifestyle Newry Newry and Armagh Westminster

Newry Parkrun ‘An Opportunity to Showcase Our City’– Dáire Hughes MP

Sinn Féin MP for Newry and Armagh has welcomed confirmation that Newry will be hosting its own Parkrun, with the first event to take place in the very near future. Speaking after meeting with Parkrun organisers, Dáire Hughes MP said; “I’m delighted to see that the hugely successful Parkrun initiative is coming to Newry. Parkrun […]

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Community Constituency Crime Downpatrick Government South Down Westminster

Those Behind Mournes Fires Must Be Held to Account’ – Hazzard

South Down MP, Chris Hazzard, has slammed those involved in starting wildfires in Mourne Mountains in recent days and called for them to be held to account. Over 100 firefighters tackled the blaze which started on Saturday and stretched for approximately two miles close to forestry and property. The fire service also stated that the […]

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Campaigns Community Cost of Living Government Politics Stormont Westminster

SDLP Questions Executive Parties’ Rejection of Welfare Cuts Support

SDLP Foyle MLA Mark H Durkan has questioned the Executive parties’ rejection of support for those impacted by welfare cuts from the UK Government. He was speaking after an SDLP proposal for the Communities Minister to work with the Finance Minister on the development of a mitigation package was defeated. Mr Durkan said it was […]

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Armagh Campaigns Community Constituency Cost of Living Government Newry Newry and Armagh Politics South Armagh Westminster

Hughes Slams Latest Round of British Government Austerity Cuts

Sinn Féin MP for Newry and Armagh, Dáire Hughes, has slammed the latest round of British government austerity cuts. Speaking after the British Chancellor, in her Spring Statement, announced billions of spending on British militarisation funded by cuts to essential welfare and international aid, Dáire said; “It is astonishing at a time when public services […]

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Campaigns Community Cost of Living Government Politics Stormont Westminster

SDLP: Cutting Welfare Support Not The Way to Balance The Books

SDLP Leader Claire Hanna MP has said that those receiving welfare support should not have to bear the brunt of the UK Government’s cuts to stabilise the economy.  She was speaking after Chancellor Rachel Reeves delivered her Spring Statement on Wednesday. It’s estimated that over 3m families will lose out as a result to changes […]