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NI Water is calling on Government policy makers and regulators to tap into the potential of its water and wastewater infrastructure to tackle the climate emergency and nature crisis. Launching its Annual Integrated Report for 2020/21, Sara Venning, Chief Executive, NI Water, outlined the role that NI Water can play to tackle these challenges: “The […]

If you ever wondered what nationalism looks like then you’ll find the answer in this week’s Bogside bonfire and in the mirror image bonfires built by loyalists. As a political philosophy, nationalism – British and Irish – is inward looking, narrow, unimaginative and toxic. No matter the protests from the people who embrace it, no […]

SDLP Assembly Member Justin McNulty has urged hospital patients and their visitors to wear face coverings when required. It comes after the British Medical Association said doctors have noticed an increasing number of people refusing to wear masks or get tested for coronavirus before attending hospital appointments or visits. The Newry & Armagh MLA said:  […]

Aontú Rep for East Derry and Education Spokesperson, Gemma Brolly urges Ministers to recognise that the scandalous school Uniform Costs exceed considerably the financial assistance available.  Rep. Brolly states: “The average Post-Primary School Uniform costs a minimum of £175, not including footwear, a coat, a bag or stationery, yet the current School Uniform grant offers […]

Economy Minister Gordon Lyons has encouraged visitors to help ensure the tourism industry is ‘Good to Go’ by supporting local businesses. The Minister said: “I am pleased to see so many people enjoying holidays at home this year. Our tourism industry has been one of those hardest hit by the pandemic restrictions. “Our tour operators, visitor […]

To celebrate Northern Ireland’s centenary year, Lord Mayor of Armagh City, Banbridge and Craigavon, Alderman Glenn Barr will present one-off civic gifts to local residents who turn 100 in 2021. Forming part of Armagh City, Banbridge and Craigavon Borough (ABC) Council’s ‘Our People, Our Place, Our Story’ campaign to mark the centenary of Northern Ireland, […]

Infrastructure Minister Nichola Mallon has announced that a £2.9 million flood alleviation scheme on tributaries of the Newry River in the city will commence today, Monday 16 August 2021. AG Wilson has been awarded the contract to construct approximately 990 metres of new 1350 millimetre diameter concrete culvert and 2000 metres of new flood wall and […]

Denise Mullen , Deputy leader of Aontú has contacted the Chief Executive of Newry, Mourne and Down District Council regarding Newry Market and the lack of Council support. Ms Mullen was contacted by several traders and members of the public regarding the issue and has contacted the local Council for answers. Speaking on the issue […]

Newry, Mourne and Down District Council has successfully secured funding of £279,500 from the Northern Ireland Environment Agency (NIEA) Challenge Fund to implement additional biodiversity and access projects within the Ring of Gullion and Strangford and Lecale (RGSL) Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB). The funding has been secured to invest in a range of […]

A new project entitled ‘Lost Songs of a Border People’ has launched from a successful partnership between Newry, Mourne and Down District Council, Creggan Local History Society, Colleen Savage Oriel Events, Oriel Traditional Orchestra and Louth County Council. The ‘Lost Songs of a Border People’ project is bringing together a dedicated group of singers and […]

The South Armagh Lace Collective and the Clanrye Lace Group have worked tirelessly over the last couple of months, alongside the Ring of Gullion Partnership in planning the ‘Linen and Lace’ exhibition. The event ran from 5 to 7 August and was organised as part of the Ring of Gullion’s Lúnasa Festival 2021 and was […]

Schools will no longer be required to use formal bubbles following an agreement by the Executive today. Face coverings will continue to be used in post-primary settings for six weeks after schools starts, and this will remain under review.  There will be some exceptions for subjects where social distancing is possible. Education Minister, Michelle McIlveen […]