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Sinn Féin MLA Cathal Boylan has praised the work of Department for Infrastructure crews who have repaired over 10,000 road defects in just eight weeks. The member of the Infrastructure Committee said: “This is really positive news and shows what can be done when investment is targeted where it is needed most. “I want to […]
Road crews have repaired 10,000 road defects in just eight weeks, Minister Liz Kimmins has revealed. Praising the teams who have been out on local roads fixing potholes, the Minister said: “The damage caused to our roads by prolonged bad weather at the beginning of the year is well documented and I established the Winter […]
SDLP Opposition Infrastructure Spokesperson Justin McNulty MLA has said a decision to freeze Translink fares does not go far enough. The Infrastructure Minister has announced a fare freeze for this year. Newry & Armagh MLA Justin McNulty said: “This is an unambitious move from the Minister at a time when we are seeing a huge […]
Infrastructure Minister Liz Kimmins has confirmed that Translink fares will remain unchanged for a second year in a row, despite significant financial pressures across the public transport system. The decision comes at a time when households are facing rising fuel and living costs and when public transport continues to play a vital role in helping […]
Sinn Féin MP Chris Hazzard today met with the Shared Island Unit in Dublin Castle as work continues on the eagerly anticipated Narrow Water Bridge. The South Down MP is working to ensure his constituency is positioned to seize the full potential of the project once completed. “The Shared Island Fund is a positive initiative, […]
Newry, Mourne and Down District Council has appointed a dedicated Integrated Consultancy Team (ICT) to support the restoration of Lock 6 on the historic Newry Canal, marking a significant step forward in protecting and enhancing one of Northern Ireland’s most important heritage assets. The Newry Canal, one of the oldest summit-level canals in the British […]
Infrastructure Minister Liz Kimmins has launched two new recruitment campaigns for Industrial Road Workers and Trainee Civil Engineering Assistants. These are important roles which contribute to the maintenance and improvement of the road network. The roadworker competition is looking for people to join industrial teams across all parts of the North to work on a range […]
SDLP Opposition Infrastructure Spokesperson Justin McNulty MLA has challenged Infrastructure Minister Liz Kimmins to provide clarity on the timeline for delivering Residents’ Parking Zones. The Minister has announced that her department will roll out a scheme enabling residents to apply for the establishment of residential parking zones in their area to address the frustrations of […]
SDLP Justin McNulty MLA has consistently brought the issue of potholes to the Minister for Infrastructure Liz Kimmins and her Department and seeking urgent action to make our roads safe. The Minister’s constituency sits at the centre of the Newry, Mourne, and Down and Armagh, Banbridge, and Craigavon council areas, where more than a third […]
Sinn Féin MP Dáire Hughes and local Sinn Féin Councillor Declan Murphy have welcomed confirmation that resurfacing works at Meadowbrook Park Newry, have been secured and work will commence on 27th February. Dáire Hughes MP said: “This is very welcome news for the local community, residents, families and pedestrians, and this resurfacing will significantly improve […]
Sinn Féin Councillor Geraldine Kearns has welcomed resurfacing at Erskine Street Newry, which commenced on 23rd February. Councillor Kearns said: “It’s really good to see this work finally getting underway on Erskine Street. The road surface has been in a dire condition, and it is great to see action being taken to address this. “This […]
Sinn Féin MLA Cathal Boylan has welcomed the Infrastructure Minister’s announcement that a further £2.5 million has been secured to repair our roads. Speaking following the news, the member of the Infrastructure Committee said: “This is a positive announcement for motorists and pedestrians alike, bringing the total investment secured since December 2025 to over £40 […]
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