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Studio Eleven Tattoo & Creative Arts is an exciting new artist’s studio located on Monaghan St, Newry. The studio has been opened by Anna Keenan-Laverty and her partner, where they have combined their creative industries of Tattoo & Voice, in order to help grow and sustain a network of arts, culture, & activity within Newry […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
Newry Chamber has described today’s announcement of £15m in funding for flood-hit businesses by Secretary of State for NI, Chris Heaton-Harris MP as “a positive start.” The announcement came at the end of a meeting in Newry organised by Newry Chamber between Mr. Heaton-Harris, business leaders, representatives of the businesses affected, the Council CEO and […]
Newry, Mourne and Down District Council Chairperson said, “A week after the flooding emergency hit parts of our district the scenes faced by many of our businesses and residents are no less shocking. “I know that so many of you join me as Chairperson of Newry, Mourne and Down District Council in expressing our solidarity […]
Sinn Féin MP Mickey Brady has told Chris Heaton-Harris the British government must step up now and support families and businesses affected by recent flooding. Speaking after meeting the British Secretary of State alongside other Sinn Féin MPs, the Newry and Armagh MP said: “Yesterday we met with Chris Heaton-Harris and told him the British […]
Motorists should be aware that diversions remain in place in parts of Downpatrick following extensive flooding in the area earlier this week and signage should be adhered to. Also, the Belfast Road and Bridge Street areas will remain closed this evening between 7pm and 10pm while Northern Ireland Fire and Rescue Service carry out their […]
Sinn Féin MP Mickey Brady has called on the British Secretary of State to provide funding for emergency relief efforts and financial support for local businesses, families and communities affected by flooding. The Newry and Armagh MP said: “Flooding over recent days has caused widespread damage and devastation for businesses, communities and homes. “Some of […]
The Department, along with Newry Mourne and Down Council, met with local businesses and elected representatives in Downpatrick today to advise them on the problems associated with the removal of floodwater in Market Street and the potential solution. We have been working with Council and the Northern Ireland Fire and Rescue Service to devise a […]
Sinn Féin MP for South Down Chris Hazzard said that a significant recovery scheme is required to get Downpatrick back on its feet. The South Down MP was speaking as Downpatrick town centre continues to be covered by flood water overnight. Chris Hazzard said: “There is devastation in towns and villages right across Co Down […]
A DUP councillor has said the social media account of a bar she owns was ‘hacked’ after the account itself made a comment celebrating the damage done to homes and businesses during devastating floods in Newry. The comment posted by an account with the name ‘Blackwater Bar’ under the video said: “Good enough for Newry […]
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