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NI Second Cheapest For Car Insurance

New data has revealed that on average, Northern Ireland is second cheapest for car insurance across all the regions in the UK. Price comparison experts at CompareNI.com have analysed insurance premiums UK-wide from January to May 2024. The data revealed significant differences in insurance costs depending on where you live, with premiums in some areas […]

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Business Community Constituency Newry Newry and Armagh

CRASH Services Fuels Customer Care With Investment In Recovery Vehicles

CRASH Services, Northern Ireland’s largest accident management company has expanded its fleet of recovery vehicles with the addition of four new trucks for vehicle recovery and transport. CRASH has been operating for well over 25 years, taking care of everything to get motorists back on the road after an accident. CRASH offers a range of […]

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Business Community Constituency Newry Newry and Armagh

JMK Solicitors Goes ‘Above and Beyond Compliance’ In Recent Lexcel Quality Mark Review

For the seventh consecutive year, JMK Solicitors, NI’s number one personal injury practice, are celebrating being awarded the prestigious Lexcel Quality Mark for their ‘very high standard’ of overall compliance. The Lexcel scheme, administered by the Law Society,  recognises firms which achieve excellence in legal practice management and client care. During the annual review, it was […]

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Business Community Constituency Newry Newry and Armagh Sport

Grant Welcomes Thrill of Armagh In All Ireland Final

Newry and Armagh workers party representative Nicola Grant welcomes thrill of Armagh in the All Ireland final. Speaking to Clanrye News and Sport Nicola said: “Absolutely thrilled to see Armagh in the GAA finals on Sunday! The excitement has been electric, and it’s fantastic to see the positive impact on our local economy. Small businesses […]

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Business Community Constituency Council Government Lifestyle Newcastle NMD Council South Down Sport

Council Welcomes The Return of The Amgen Irish Open

Newry, Mourne and Down District Council is delighted to support the return of the prestigious Amgen Irish Open in September. The highly anticipated golf tournament, set against the stunning backdrop of the Mourne Mountains, will take place in Royal County Down, Newcastle from Wednesday 11 to Sunday 15 September 2024, attracting golf enthusiasts and visitors […]

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Agriculture Business Community Constituency Government Lurgan Upper Bann Westminster

MP Urging Agri-Food Sector to Avail of £46m Funding Boost

The DUP’s Upper Bann MP Carla Lockhart is urging local businesses to avail of a multi-million-pound investment scheme designed to improve the productivity and competitiveness of the agri-food sector in Northern Ireland. The £46m Agri-Food Investment Initiative (AFII) was announced earlier this week by Economy Minister Conor Murphy and Invest NI chief Kieran Donoghue. Ms […]

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Agriculture Business Community Constituency Government Lurgan Upper Bann Westminster

Lockhart Welcomes New Dairy Contract Regulations

DUP Agriculture, Environment and Rural Affairs spokesperson Carla Lockhart MP has welcomed the new legislation on dairy contracts which came into force earlier this month. “The Fair Dealings Obligations (Milk) Regulations 2024 applies to all new contracts relating to the purchase of milk from dairy farmers. The new regulations aim to establish transparency and accountability […]

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Agriculture Business Community Constituency Government Lurgan Upper Bann Westminster

Lockhart Marks Farm Safety Week 2024

Carla Lockhart, Member of Parliament for Upper Bann, is urging farmers and the rural community to take extra precautions and reassess their approach to safety during Farm Safety Week 2024, highlighting the critical need for improved safety practices on farms. “Farm Safety Week offers an opportunity for a real reset in the way we all […]

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Business Community Constituency Council Government Newry Newry and Armagh NMD Council

Chairperson Welcomes Planning Approval for New Saica Pack UK Ltd Base in Newry

Newry, Mourne and Down District Council Chairperson, Cllr Pete Byrne has welcomed planning approval for the building of a major new manufacturing base in Newry. Approval by Council’s Planning Committee for the proposal from Spanish packaging firm Saica Pack UK Ltdis due to see them relocate from their existing Newry Street Plant in Warrenpoint to […]

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Business Community Constituency Government Newry Newry and Armagh Newry Chamber Politics Stormont

Newry Chamber Hosts Discussions with Economy Minister on Economic Vision for the Greater Newry Area

Newry Chamber of Commerce & Trade welcomed Economy Minister, Conor Murphy MLA to the city for initial discussions on the Economic Strategy for the Greater Newry Area. Minister Murphy outlined in detail his Economic Vision for the North across the four key areas he has identified as being crucial to building a strong and sustainable […]

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Business Community Constituency Newry Newry and Armagh

Newry-Based FPM and Belfast-Based Think People Become AAB in Strategic Brand Consolidation

Newry based FPM will rebrand to become AAB, in a strategic alignment which forms the cornerstone of AAB’s six-year plan to strengthen and expand its position as a leading provider in the mid-market. Headquartered in Newry, FPM joined AAB in 2022 as part of a strategic growth deal and marked the first private equity investment […]

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Business Community Constituency Council Government Newry Newry and Armagh NMD Council

Newry: Spanish Packaging Factory Development Approved

By Donal McMahon A massive Newry packaging factory has been approved to be developed by Spanish packaging giants ‘Saica’. The investment by the Zaragoza-based company’s UK subsidiary Saica Pack Ltd will see the group relocate from its current operation at Warrenpoint Harbour, to construct its corrugated fibreboard factory at Invest NI’s Carnbane Industrial Estate. Newry, […]