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Business Community Constituency Council Downpatrick Government Health Infrastructure Newry and Armagh NMD Council South Armagh South Down

Tourism Ireland Chief Executive Visits Mourne Gullion Strangford Geopark

Newry, Mourne and Down District Council was delighted to welcome Tourism Ireland Chief Executive, Alice Mansergh to Mourne Gullion Strangford Geopark recently. The visit was part of a strategic initiative aimed at strengthening relationships with key partners in the tourism industry and exploring new opportunities for collaboration. The Mourne Gullion Strangford Geopark is renowned for […]

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Community Government Health Stormont

New Support Guides For Adults With Sensory Disabilities Launched

The Department of Health has launched two new guides to support adults with sensory disabilities in Northern Ireland. Known as ‘care pathways’, the new resources map out the care and treatment users can expect from professionals and support organisations to help them manage their conditions. They are aimed at those who are deaf, have hearing […]

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Community Constituency Council Government Health Lifestyle Newry Newry and Armagh NMD Council

Newry: Pool Attendance Targets Not Readjusted Despite 6 Month Closure

By Donal McMahon Concerns have been raised that new council improvement targets for attendance at Newry swimming pool have not been readjusted despite its closure for an estimated six months. The figures were released this week at Newry, Mourne and Down District Council’s (NMDDC) strategy, policy and resources committee. The local authority has projected almost […]

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Community Constituency Craigavon Health Upper Bann

Southern Trust Doctor Honoured With MBE

One of the Southern Health and Social Care Trust’s most senior doctors has been awarded an MBE in the King’s Birthday Honours in recognition of her services to older people. Dr Patricia McCaffrey, Divisional Medical Director for Older People Services, was awarded the title of Member of the Order of the British Empire (MBE) in […]

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Campaigns Community Constituency Craigavon Daisy Hill Health Newry Newry and Armagh South Down Upper Bann

Southern Trust success at RCN Nursing Awards

A number of Southern Trust nurses have been recognised at the (RCN) Royal College of Nursing Awards. The ceremony took place on Thursday 13th June 2023 at the Culloden Hotel in Holywood. The event, which recognises and rewards excellence in the nursing profession, has been taking place since 1997. Edith Donnelly, one of our Advanced Nurse […]

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Community Constituency Health Newry Newry and Armagh

Cuan Mhuire Addiction Centre 40 Years in Newry Celebration

Cuan Mhuire Newry (Sr Consilios) celebrates its 40th year in Northern Ireland shortly. On the 28th June a ceremony to mark this occasion will take place at our Cuan Mhuire Newry Centre. Guests include senior Church representatives, Health & Housing Agencies, Elected representatives, Cuan Mhuire Directors, management staff, volunteers  ex-residents and community representatives.  Cuan Mhuire Newry 29th […]

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Community Constituency Council Government Health Lifestyle Newry Newry and Armagh NMD Council

Mathers Seeks Update on Swimming Pool Works

Newry City Sinn Féin Councillor Aidan Mathers has confirmed that he has requested an update on the current programme of works being carried out at Newry  Swimming Pool. The local Councillor said it was essential that staff and service users were kept fully informed and updated on timescales involved. He said, “Concerns have been raised […]

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Community Government Health Stormont

Housing Executive: Concern With Increase In Damp and Mold Complaints

The surge in instances of damp, mold, and condensation within Housing Executive properties across Northern Ireland has been a cause for concern. During the 2023/24 financial year, a staggering 17,198 reports were registered, marking a notable escalation from the 7,776 reports in 2020/21. Communities Minister Gordon Lyons gave a breakdown of damp reports across each of Northern […]

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Campaigns Community Constituency Daisy Hill Health International Newry Newry and Armagh Politics

Healthcare Workers Vigil for Gaza at Daisy Hill Hospital

Daisy Hill Hospital, Friday June 14th, 6pm. Assemble ED exit. Since the beginning of Israel’s assault on Gaza several hundred healthcare workers have been killed by Israeli forces and over 1,000 have been injured.  A staff member within Daisy Hill has been warned for raising awareness of local Palestine solidarity events and so the protest is […]

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Campaigns Community Constituency Craigavon Daisy Hill Health Newry Newry and Armagh South Down Upper Bann

Trust Highest Home Birth Rate In NI

A specialist team of midwives dedicated to delivering babies at home is celebrating having the highest home birth rate in the region. The Southern Health and Social Care Trust Home Birth team have delivered a total of 104 babies in homes right across the Trust since the team was established in November 2021. Paula Murray, […]

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Business Community Constituency Health Newry Newry and Armagh

Mourne Private Clinic Opens In Newry

By Newry Chamber Newry Chamber were delighted to attend the official opening of their member, Mourne Private Clinic following a significant £400,000 investment which has created 10 new roles. Speaking to guests at the event, Clinic Director, Lisa Hughes said that Mourne Private Clinic had long been a professional aspiration for her. A radiographer with […]

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Community Constituency Council Government Health Kilkeel Newcastle NMD Council South Down

South Down Cllr Shares Heart Felt Baby Loss Story

By Donal McMahon A South Down councillor has made an emotional plea for a Northern Ireland baby loss certificate scheme amid a current system where bereaved parents are forced to travel to Britain for post-mortems. Newry, Mourne and Down District Council (NMDDC) chamber burst in to applause during the call for an all island approach […]