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Community Government Health Stormont

Use of Agency Social Workers to Cease In NI

The use of agency social workers is ceasing in all Northern Ireland’s Health and Social Care Trusts from today. This initiative, a collaboration between the Department of Health and the Trusts, recognises that effective social work services are built upon consistent, purposeful and trusting relationships between social workers and people they work with. Ending the […]

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Community Constituency Government Newry and Armagh Politics South Down Stormont Upper Bann Westminster

Four Constituency Boundaries to Change In NI

The Boundary Commission for Northern Ireland (BCNI) has published its Final Recommendations for Parliamentary constituencies in Northern Ireland. Taking into account representations received throughout the 2023 Boundary Review process, the Commission has considered what final recommendations to make for Parliamentary constituencies in Northern Ireland. In line with the Parliamentary Constituencies Act 1986 (as amended), the […]

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Community Government Legacy

“Vital That We Remember The Sacrifice Made By Those at the Somme!” says Alliance Party

Alliance Lisburn and Castlereagh City Councillor Sharon Lowry was speaking after attending a special commemorative event in France, alongside Council colleagues, to mark the 107th anniversary of the beginning of the Battle of the Somme. The anniversary and the event itself bears particular significance for Cllr Lowry as her great great uncle, Corporal Edward Louden […]

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Community Constituency Council Government Newry Newry and Armagh NMD Council Sport

Cleary Celtic Football Club Honoured by Council Chairperson

The outstanding achievements of Cleary Celtic FC have been marked by Newry, Mourne and Down District Council Chairperson, Cllr Valerie Harte. At a recent Civic Reception held in Newry’s Council Chamber, Cllr Harte presented the team with an engraved crystal bowl in recognition of their remarkable achievements in the 2021-2022 season. Speaking at the reception […]

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Community Constituency Council Government Health Newry Newry and Armagh NMD Council

Finn Urges Progress on Conversion Therapy Ban

SDLP Newry councillor Doire Finn has urged progress on banning conversion therapy in the North. Councillor Finn is bringing a motion to Newry, Mourne and Down District Council on Monday asking councillors to reaffirm their opposition to the practice and to express solidarity with the LGBT+ community. She is also proposing council write to Stormont […]

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Community Constituency Crime Newry Newry and Armagh

Newry Business Man Convicted of Harassment of Newry Business Woman and Misuse of Electronic Communications

Newry based business man Barry James Fearon of Newry attended Newry Court on Friday 30th June accused of harassment of a Newry based business woman. Fearon of  BJF Training Ltd was convicted at Newry Courthouse of harassment and misuse of electronic communications towards a female victim. A stalking charge was also attached to the harassment […]

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Advertising Business Community Constituency Newry Newry and Armagh

Summer Bargain Alert! Up to 70% Off Kids Clothes at Alexandrias Baby Boutique

Alexandria’s Boutique is your one-stop shop for summer savings! With up to 70% off on kids clothing, it’s the perfect time to stock up on quality clothes for baby boys and girls ages 0-14. Shop our selection of dresses, shorts, and beautiful occasion wear for your little ones. Alexandria’s is here to help you find […]

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Community Constituency Craigavon Crime Upper Bann

Man Caught With Kinder Eggs Up His Bum Assaults Ambulance Staff

Patrick Pearse Killen, 25, of Portadown, appeared via video link from Maghaberry Prison before Craigavon Magistrates Court on Friday and pleaded guilty to two counts of possessing a controlled drug, assaulting an ambulance worker and possessing a class C drug with intent to supply. The Court was told that on December 6th 2022 police received […]

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Community Constituency Crime Downpatrick South Down

Former DUP Councillor Billy Walker Child Sex Grooming Messages Exposed

A former Newry, Mourne and Down DUP councillor who admitted two counts of attempted sexual communication with a child has avoided prison. The Newry, Mourne and Down District Councillor who represented the Rowallane DEA was arrested in February on suspicion of attempting to meet a child following potential sexual grooming. William Walker, 60, posed as […]

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Business Community Constituency Newry Newry and Armagh Newry Chamber

NI SME Business Conference & Expo 2023 Launched

One of Northern Ireland’s largest membership organisations, Newry Chamber, has announced details of their annual NI SME Business Conference & Expo. The half day event has been running for almost a decade and attracts over 250 delegates. It will take place on Thursday 28th September at the Canal Court Hotel & Spa, Newry. The event is […]

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Community Constituency Health Infrastructure Portadown Upper Bann

Housing Executive Retrofits 1,000th Home

The Housing Executive has recently completed retrofitting 1,000 of its homes in Northern Ireland making them warmer and more energy efficient for tenants. A house in Redmanville Estate in Portadown is the 1,000th property to benefit from the extensive revamp.  Taking a fabric first approach, the work includes external wall insulation, cladding and roofing work, […]

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ABC Council Armagh Banbridge Community Constituency Council Craigavon Government Newry and Armagh Politics Upper Bann

TUV Slams DUP and Sinn Fein on ABC Council vote to remove Unionists

In response to reports on social media and queries from members of the public a TUV spokesperson commented on events in Armagh, Banbridge and Craigavon Council: “After the election, a meeting of party group leaders on Armagh, Banbridge and Craigavon Council was held. Historically, all political viewpoints have been represented on the group, including single […]