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SDLP Leader Colum Eastwood MP has called for the urgent restoration of the North South Ministerial Council to advance all-island cooperation following the resumption of devolved government earlier this year. Mr Eastwood has raised concerns that the NSMC, an institution of the Good Friday Agreement, has not yet been convened following the restoration of power […]
Health Minister Robin Swann is seeking a deferral to legislation that would remove all hospital parking charges from 12 May this year. The Minister will ask the Assembly to defer the measure for a two year period. His intervention reflects practical obstacles with the planned introduction date as well as deepening budgetary pressures on health. While the total […]
Sinn Féin councillor Oonagh Magennis has welcomed the clear opposition by farmers to the punitive TB proposals from the British Government. The Slieve Gullion councillor said: “I welcome the results of the DAERA consultation, showing a clear opposition to the British government proposals to reduce bTB compensation to farmers in the north. “Under these proposals, […]
The Republican Party Saoradh have announced details of their 2024 Easter Commemoration in Newry. Speaking from their social media the party have said: “On Easter Saturday we will honour those that gave their lives for a Socialist Republic, for social and economic liberty. We will honour Ireland’s patriot dead and rededicate ourselves to the ongoing […]
John O’Dowd has highlighted his commitment to ensure that transport and travel are accessible and inclusive for all. The Infrastructure Minister was speaking after a meeting with Disability Action where various issues relating to transport and travel options for people with disabilities were discussed. Minister O’Dowd said: “I very much welcome the opportunity to discuss with […]
Newry Chamber President, Edwina Flynn and CEO, Michael Savage travelled to Washington D.C. for the St. Patrick’s Week events from 11th – 15th March where they attended 13 major networking events during the packed Four-Day Trade Visit, promoting Chamber members, Newry City and the Greater Newry Area to potential investors and companies in the US as a destination to invest […]
An initiative developed by Banbridge’s Neighbourhood Policing Team in partnership with the Education Authority Youth Service in Banbridge and Armagh, Banbridge, and Craigavon Policing and Community Safety Partnership (PCSP) to address anti-social behaviour (ASB) in the Banbridge area was recently named runner-up at the prestigious PSNI and NI Policing Board Problem Solving Partnership Awards! The […]
RESULTS: 23–03-2024 (Sat) Ulster GAA Football Minor League Semi Finals Derry GAA 12:00 Derry 1-09 0-05 Cavan Ballyshannon 12:00 Donegal 1-08 2-06 Down Ulster GAA Football Minor Shield Semi Finals Crossmaglen 12:00 Armagh 7-16 0-02 Antrim Tyrone GAA 12:00 Tyrone 3-10 1-05 Monaghan Ulster GAA Hurling Minor Development League Tyrone GAA […]
SDLP Leader Colum Eastwood MP has said that the redevelopment of Casement Park must be delivered. He was speaking after meeting with an Ulster GAA delegation at Stormont on Monday alongside party colleagues. Foyle MP Mr Eastwood said: “Our meeting today with Ulster GAA was extremely positive as we discussed plans for the redevelopment of […]
The Department of Health is encouraging everyone to look after themselves, both physically and mentally over the Easter period. As we head into the holidays, the Health and Social Care system including the five Health and Social Care Trusts, GPs, Pharmacists and Dentists, want to assure everyone that arrangements are in place should you or […]
Newry, Mourne and Down District Council is delighted to announce the winners of the Environmental Youth Speak Competition 2024 which took place on Thursday 21 March in the Downshire Civic Centre. This annual competition organised by the Council’s Sustainability team aims to encourage debate on sustainability issues to empower the next generation to become environmental […]
Justice Minister Naomi Long has confirmed the 2023-24 pay remit for police officers at Federated and Superintending ranks has been agreed. The award is consistent with the recommendations of the independent police remuneration review body. The Minister said: “I am pleased to announce approval for a pay award of over 7% for police officers, in recognition […]
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