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Pocket Box Scoops Northern Ireland Road Safety Award For Fleet Technology Innovation

Pocket Box, the vehicle and driver management software specialist, was a winner at the Northern Ireland Road Safety Awards. The company received the business category for the development of innovative fleet technology applications that are helping vehicle operators to improve road safety, protect drivers and enhance compliance. “Our cloud-based software is focused on optimising road safety […]

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Business Climate Community Dáil Éireann Government Infrastructure Louth Seanad Éireann

Ó Murchú: ‘Capacity and Legacy Issues’ Need to Be Urgently Dealt With By Uisce Eireann’s Drainage Area Plan

The fallout of the flooding that impacted North Louth and parts of Dundalk earlier this month continues with Sinn Féin TD Ruairí Ó Murchú saying this week that ‘capacity and legacy issues’ need to be urgently dealt with by Uisce Eireann’s Drainage Area Plan. The Dundalk deputy said he has asked for a meeting with […]

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Armagh Banbridge Business Community Constituency Infrastructure Newry Newry and Armagh

Fibrus Defends Long Repair of Poyntzpass Broadband Outage

As an internet service provider, Fibrus understands the critical importance of reliable broadband connectivity to its customers, especially those in rural areas. Fibrus is aware of a service outage in the Poyntzpass area. Fibrus is committed to addressing any issues, concerns, and network outages promptly, ensuring its services meet the needs of all residents, taking […]

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

𝐁𝐮𝐬𝐢𝐧𝐞𝐬𝐬 𝐔𝐩𝐝𝐚𝐭𝐞: 𝐀𝐜𝐜𝐞𝐬𝐬𝐢𝐧𝐠 £𝟕,𝟓𝟎𝟎 𝐏𝐚𝐲𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐬 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐑𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐬 𝐑𝐞𝐥𝐢𝐞𝐟 𝐒𝐜𝐡𝐞𝐦𝐞

Newry, Mourne and Down District Council has outlined the latest information to support businesses impacted by the flooding emergency here  https://www.newrymournedown.org/update-for-businesses-on-accessing-7500-payments-and-rates-relief-scheme This includes: ➡ 𝐈𝐧𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐦𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐒𝐞𝐬𝐬𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐁𝐮𝐬𝐢𝐧𝐞𝐬𝐬𝐞𝐬 – Group and 1 to1 sessions will take place in Newry Leisure Centre on Tuesday 14 November and in Downpatrick Arts Centre on Wednesday 15 November between 10am […]

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Business Government Infrastructure Stormont

Maximum Taxi Fares to Increase

The Department for Infrastructure has announced a decision to increase maximum taxi fares. Maximum fares will increase by 9.5% during the day and 19.5% at all other times (see notes to editors). Drivers may charge less than the maximum if they wish. This increase is being put in place in the context of challenges about the […]

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Business Community Constituency Council Government Infrastructure Newry Newry and Armagh NMD Council South Armagh

Taylor Welcomes Flood Funding

Ulster Unionist Party Representative Councillor David Taylor has commented on the announcement from the Secretary of State that £15m funding will be made available to help those impacted by recent flooding incidents.  Councillor Taylor said:  “The announcement of financial support by the Secretary of State is a welcome development, however it is very clear that additional support […]

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Business Community Constituency Government Infrastructure Newry Newry and Armagh Stormont

Emergency Support “First Step on Road to Recovery” – McNulty

SDLP Newry & Armagh MLA Justin McNulty has welcomed an announcement of emergency support for homes and businesses impacted by recent flooding. Mr McNulty said that the Northern Ireland Office must quickly outline how the emergency fund will be allocated, the criteria for application and how quickly support will be provided by those impacted. Justin […]

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Business Community Constituency Government Infrastructure Newry Newry and Armagh Stormont

Proper Funding Needed to Help Local Communities Bounce Back – Kimmins

Sinn Féin MLA Liz Kimmins has urged the British government to provide adequate financial assistance to those who have been devastated by the flooding. The Newry and Armagh MLA spoke after First Minister Designate, Michelle O’Neill MLA met with a number of local businesses in Newry City Centre that were flooded last week.  “This week […]

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Community Constituency Infrastructure Newry Newry and Armagh

Palestinian Flag Removed in Newry

The Revolutionary Socialist Republican Party, Saoradh, has raised concerns regarding the removal of a Palestinian flag from the front of Newry Town Hall. The flag had been in place for several weeks to show solidarity with the Palestinian people who are currently being slaughtered in a genocidal campaign by Israel. On Wednesday [8th Nov] it […]

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Business Community Constituency Government Infrastructure Newry Newry and Armagh Politics Stormont

“Businesses Are on Brink, Many May Close If Support Is Not Immediate” – Loughran

The Aontú representative for Newry, Sharon Loughran, has said that in the immediate aftermath of the catastrophic flooding in Newry, and indeed Downpatrick, Portadown and other places, unless compensation and financial assistance is swift many businesses will not survive. Ms Loughran said: “I want to express my deep concern for homeowners and the owners of […]

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Business Community Constituency Downpatrick Government Infrastructure Politics South Down Stormont

SDLP: Flood Support Must Be Delivered at Pace

SDLP South Down MLA Colin McGrath has welcomed an announcement of emergency support for homes and businesses impacted by recent flooding. Mr McGrath said that the Northern Ireland Office must quickly outline how the emergency fund will be allocated, the criteria for application and how quickly support will be provided by those impacted.  Colin McGrath […]

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Business Community Constituency Government Infrastructure Newry Newry and Armagh Politics South Armagh Stormont

‘Flooding Funding Falls Far Short of What Is Needed to Support Families and Businesses’ – Murphy

Sinn Féin MLA Conor Murphy has said the limited funding announced by the British government today is not enough to assist with damage from last week’s extreme flooding and more must be done to help businesses and families. The party’s economy spokesperson said: “Much more must be done to help businesses and families repair the […]