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Community Constituency Government Infrastructure Lurgan Stormont Upper Bann

Minister O’Dowd Thanks Winter Service Staff

Infrastructure Minister John O’Dowd has thanked everyone involved in the delivery of winter service during the current period of cold weather. Temperatures have fallen below zero over the past week and the Department’s winter service teams have been out gritting the 7,000 km of road on the salting schedule.   Infrastructure Minister John O’Dowd said: […]

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Business Community Government Infrastructure Stormont

New Self-Serve Translink Ticket Vending Machines Now Live at Ulsterbus Stations and Park and Ride

Translink has announced the roll out of new self-serve ticket vending machines (TVMs) at bus stations across the network, and to additional Park and Ride locations.  The new tech makes it faster, easier and more convenient for passengers to buy their bus ticket before they travel. This follows the successful introduction of TVMs at all […]

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Community Constituency Infrastructure Newry South Down

Road Works to Start on Temple Hill Road, Newry

A road closure will be in effect starting Monday 13 January 2025 to allow completion of the resurfacing scheme on the U6292 Temple Hill Road, Newry. The £220,000 scheme is resurfacing 800 metres of the Temple Hill Road from the Ballyholland Road to the Fort Hill Road Junction. Infrastructure Minister John O’Dowd said: “This scheme is […]

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

Workers Party: Newry Civic Hub Plans Raise Serious Concerns!

By Nicola Grant The proposed Civic Hub project by Newry, Mourne and Down District Council raises significant concerns that cannot be ignored. As a representative of the Workers Party, I believe it is my duty to highlight these issues and advocate for the priorities of the people of Newry.   Compliance with Planning Policies   […]

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Community Infrastructure

Let Translink Connect You with Friends & Family This Christmas!

Translink’s special Friends & Family tickets (£24) and Metro and Glider Family & Friends Tickets (£10) make it easier than ever for families and friends to connect, explore, and celebrate this Christmas.   With no time restrictions throughout the Christmas school holidays (20th December 2024 to 5th January 2025), families can enjoy unlimited day travel […]

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Community Constituency Government Infrastructure Politics South Down Stormont Warrenpoint

‘Upgrades to A1 Will Improve Safety and Cut Journey Times’ – Ennis

Sinn Féin MLA Sinéad Ennis has welcomed an announcement from Infrastructure Minister John O’Dowd to commence procurement for the A1 Junctions Phase 2 this week. The South Down MLA said: “The A1 Junctions Phase 2 is a long-anticipated project for those who travel this road on a daily basis, particularly commuters between Dublin and Belfast. […]

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

Pay Offer For NI Water Workers Represents ‘Positive Solution’ – Boylan

Sinn Féin MLA Cathal Boylan has welcomed a pay offer made to NI Water workers that would see their wages rise by 5%, as well them being paid a one-off £1500 payment. The Newry and Armagh MLA said: “This represents a significant step forward, with a 5% pay rise and a £1500 payment offered to NI Water […]

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

McNulty Calls for Equality on Cross-Border Rail Travel

SDLP Newry & Armagh MLA Justin McNulty has raised the stark disparity in rail fares between the North and the Republic at a Stormont debate this week. Mr. McNulty brought a motion calling for Executive Ministers to align rail fares across the island of Ireland. Newry & Armagh MLA Justin McNulty said: “I brought this motion to the […]

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Business Community Constituency Infrastructure Lifestyle Newry Newry and Armagh

Flexible Hourly Enterprise Service Allows you to Discover Winter in Dublin with Translink

Translink invites you to experience the magic of Winter in Dublin 2024 with our enhanced hourly Enterprise service from Belfast Grand Central Station. Louise Doyle, Belfast Grand Central Station Manager said,  “We’re delighted to offer our passengers enhanced connectivity this Christmas with our hourly Enterprise service and flexible online fares, making travel to Dublin easier […]

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

McNulty: Urgent Intervention Required at NI Water

SDLP Newry & Armagh MLA Justin McNulty has called on the Minister and Executive to intervene urgently to address the problems at NI Water. Mr McNulty said the state of the wastewater system was delaying infrastructure projects across the North. Newry & Armagh MLA Justin McNulty said: “The crisis at NI Water requires immediate intervention […]

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Business Community Infrastructure Lifestyle

Extend Belfast Nights Out With Translink Festive Late-Night Bus and Train Services

With Christmas party planning well underway, Translink has revealed full details of its popular late-night bus, coach and train services at weekends starting on Saturday 30th November. Working with a range of partners including the Belfast’s Business Improvement Districts, Hospitality Ulster, Visit Belfast and local taxi companies fonaCAB and Valuecabs, the aim is to encourage […]

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Business Community Health Infrastructure

Specsavers Partners With Road Safety NI to Encourage Drivers to Get Their Eyes Tested

SPECSAVERS stores in Northern Ireland have announced a new partnership with local charity, Road Safe NI coinciding with the launch of Road Safety Week for 2024, aiming to raise awareness about the critical importance of getting regular sight tests when getting behind the wheel of a car. Road Safety Week takes place from Sunday 17 to Sunday 24 November to highlight important road […]