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Health Minister Robin Swann has launched a new Workforce Appeal to help maintain important surgery this winter. As the health service in Northern Ireland struggles to cope with some of the worst pressures ever experienced, the appeal aims to recruit individuals with the vital skills necessary to address the workforce deficit in specific areas of […]
The Public Health Agency (PHA) is urging everyone who falls into an eligible group to get the free flu vaccine, with the aim of boosting your immunity this winter. The call comes as the agency launches this year’s flu vaccination programme, offering vaccines which are specially formulated to tackle the strains of the virus which […]
Two men, both aged 22, have been charged with a number of offences, including the cultivation of cannabis and possession of a Class B controlled drug. Both are expected to appear before Newry Magistrates’ Court today, Wednesday 29 September. As is normal procedure, all charges will be reviewed by the Public Prosecution Service. The charges […]
Following a meeting of UK Government Ministers it has been agreed to introduce a new travel framework, simplifying the current process. Traffic light system – From Monday 4 October the traffic light system will be removed with the merger of the green and amber lists, leaving a single red list. Travel requirements for arrivals from the rest […]
South Lake Leisure Centre in Craigavon, was officially opened by The Earl and Countess of Wessex on Thursday 23 September, as part of a celebratory showcase event held at the leisure facility. The Earl and Countess visited the centre, which overlooks the stunning Craigavon Lakes, where Their Royal Highnesses were formally welcomed by the Lord-Lieutenant […]
The Ulster Unionist Party’s Infrastructure Spokesperson, Roy Beggs MLA, has highlighted the lack of electric vehicle charge point infrastructure in Northern Ireland and the need to invest and establish such infrastructure to facilitate electric vehicles as the UK works towards a modal shift away from petrol and diesel. Speaking at this week’s meeting of the […]
Click on the link below to apply for the £100 high street voucher scheme. From September 27 to October 25, applicants will be asked to apply through NI Direct. For verification purposes in order to reduce the risk of fraud and error, each applicant will be asked to provide: 📌Name📌Address📌Age📌Gender📌Disability status📌National insurance number📌Email address📌Telephone number […]
Cllr Emmet Doyle Aontú spokesperson on the Health Service has hit out at Colm Eastwood over his calls for mandatory vaccine passes for health care professionals in the six counties. Speaking today, Cllr Doyle stated, said: “It is alarming that at a time when hospitals are near or even breaching capacity, with huge waiting lists […]
A Newry man who headbutted a woman has been sentenced to eight months in prison. Nicholas Martin Parkes, of John Mitchel Street, pleaded guilty to two counts of assault occasioning actual bodily harm, common assault and resisting police at the city’s Magistrates court. The defendant has been sentenced to eight months in prison.
Rowallane Alliance Party Councillor Patrick Brown has slammed Councillors and Council officials for undermining the findings of the Newry regeneration project public consultation. The comments come following a meeting of Newry, Mourne and Down District Council’s NCCR committee. Speaking on the issue Councillor Brown said: “Last year councillors managed to secure a full public consultation […]
The National Lottery Heritage Fund and ABC Council invest £6.3m to revive Armagh City’s historic built heritage and beauty Potential UK City of Culture winner Armagh City is powering ahead with a major £6.3 million investment to revive and transform some of its best-loved historic buildings and streetscapes. Up to 15 iconic buildings are being […]
SDLP leader Colum Eastwood has called for Covid-19 vaccine passports to be introduced for entry into pubs and restaurants in Northern Ireland. The Foyle MP was speaking after Health Minister Robin Swann warned of continuing pressures on hospitals and healthcare staff. Mr Eastwood said: “My view is we have to do it, because if we don’t do […]
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