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Local MP Carla Lockhart has visited the Y-Zone in Portadown to meet Campbell and Gail Best, and see the new Youth Hut Initiative that is the latest addition to the work of Portadown Elim in the town to engage with young people. Carla Lockhart said: “Campbell and Gail have such a heart and zeal for […]
DUP MP Carla Lockhart has thanked Veterans Commissioner Danny Kinahan for organising an excellent Veterans Roadshow in Portadown last week. Speaking after visiting the event at the Seagoe Hotel, Carla Lockhart said: “We have a very large veterans community living here in Upper Bann. They are highly respected in our community, and we want to […]
Sinn Féin MP Mickey Brady has said action must be taken now to protect our health service. Speaking in support of the SOS NHS campaign, the Newry and Armagh MP said: “For over a decade, Tory austerity has eroded health and social care services. Staff now feel these cuts are making their life-saving work almost […]
Upper Bann MP, Carla Lockhart has met with “Mums in Business Co-Ordinator”, Laura Bond to discuss the exceptional efforts of the social media based group who work hard to assist mums on a journey to succeed in their own business. Mums/Moms In Business International was founded by Leona Burton and are on a mission to […]
DUP MP Carla Lockhart has been leading the charge in Westminster with regards to the proposed change in red diesel rebate for industries such as construction, haulage, waste and generator powered businesses. She had engaged cross party support for her campaign and has been supported by many of the leading industry federations. 1st April is […]
DUP MP Carla Lockhart has spoken of the fact that she is pleased that Richmond Heights, Banbridge is now being classed as a priority by the Department for Infrastructure however, has expressed frustration that there remains no start date for the much needed resurfacing of the development. Speaking having received the confirmation Carla Lockhart […]
DUP MP Carla Lockhart has been actively mobilising the local construction, waste and transport industries to speak out against the proposed change to the red diesel rebate. This change will take effect as of 1st April with many businesses facing a cliff edge, adding to the already spiralling costs of fuel, materials, labour and electricity […]
Upper Bann MP, Carla Lockhart and Cllr Ian Wilson have congratulated the select vestry and parishioners of Gilford Church of Ireland on the opening of their newly refurbished church hall. A significant investment has been made by the church to enhance accessibility, revamp the main hall, create a quiet space and improve the toilet provision. Speaking […]
DUP MP, Carla Lockhart has commenced the task of distributing the funds she raised during her Christmas Sit-Outs in Banbridge, Lurgan finishing off in Portadown. This week saw her distribute some of the funds raised in Banbridge to the Storehouse, Banbridge’s Community Food Bank. These much needed finances will go to those most in need and […]
Sinn Féin MP Mickey Brady has said the British government must stop dragging its feet and get on with implementing its commitments and legislate for an Acht Gaeilge. The Newry and Armagh MP was speaking after meeting with the British Minister of State for the north Conor Burns alongside party colleague Michelle Gildernew. Michelle Gildernew said: […]
DUP MP Carla Lockhart has for some time been championing the need to make the Internet a safer place. The MP has been trolled for many years particularly on her appearance and is a strong advocate of ensuring that any legislation brought forward by the Government to improve safety on the Internet needs to address […]
This week saw the reappointment of DUP MP Carla Lockhart, as co-chair of the All-Party-Parliamentary Pro-life Group. At the AGM, Ms Lockhart was unanimously re-elected with high commendation for her efforts to promote the pro-life cause since her election to Westminster in December 2019. Speaking following her appointment, Carla Lockhart said, “It is a […]
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