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Community Election 2022 Government Newry Politics Stormont

Malone Thanks Public for Incredible Support

Newry and Armagh Assembly candidate and Newry City Councillor Gavin Malone has expressed his heartfelt thanks to the public for their incredible support during the 2022 Assembly campaign. Speaking from his Facebook page Councillor Malone expressed how he is looking forward to getting back to the busy work of being a Councillor for Newry City. […]

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Community Dáil Éireann Election 2022 Government Louth Politics Stormont

Taoiseach Micheál Martin T.D. on the Northern Ireland Assembly Elections

On Thursday, the people of Northern Ireland voted to elect the members of the Northern Ireland Assembly, as provided for under the Good Friday Agreement.I would like to congratulate all of the successful candidates on their election. It is now incumbent on all political parties and elected representatives to deliver on their mandate, through the nomination of a First and […]

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Armagh Community Election 2022 Government Newry Politics South Armagh Stormont

No Change in Newry and Armagh Following Election Result

It seems Newry and Armagh is experiencing Groundhog Day as the same candidates and parties are returned in this year’s assembly election. Both Conor Murphy and Cathal Boylan of Sinn Fein were elected on the first count while their colleague Liz Kimmins, SDLP’s Justin McNulty and William Irwin of the DUP had to postpone the […]

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Election 2022 Politics

“Stormont has Failed our Children, That is their Record on Education” – Aontú

Aontú Candidate for East Derry, Gemma Brolly, has slammed the Stormont Executive for what she says is “their shameful record on education which has failed our children, from undermining rural schools, to budget shortfalls, to growing waiting lists for children with additional needs”. Speaking today, Ms Brolly said: “The education system is failing our children. […]

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Armagh Election 2022 Newry Politics South Armagh

“Friday will be too late”, says Grant

In an eve of poll statement, Workers Party candidate Nicola Grant has urged voters to focus on what is important to them, not what the main parties try to tell them is important. “When we all wake up on Friday morning the issues that will be affecting our lives won’t be a Border Poll, the Protocol, Flags, […]

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Business Community Newry

Santander Makes Changes to Branch Opening Hours

From 18 July, Santander will be making changes to its branch opening hours and providing increased telephone support for customers in response to long-term trends in customer behaviour.  The changes to branch opening hours will mean:•    Branches1 will be changing their weekday (Monday – Friday) opening hours from 09:30–16:30 hours to 09:30–15:00 hours;•    Between 15:00 and […]

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Business Community Dáil Éireann Government Louth

Ó Murchú Highlights Issue of Tax Registration for Workers in the North

The issue of tax registration for workers in the North who want to work for Southern firms remotely or in a hybrid capacity has been raised with the Taoiseach in Leinster House. The matter, which was highlighted by Deputy Ruairí Ó Murchú earlier this week, was brought to the Taoiseach’s attention on Tuesday by the […]

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Community Newry Sport

PureGym Newry Hiring

Fancy a leg up in the PT industry. Look no further than Pure Gym Newry. They are now hiring for both FT and PT roles. Be a part of a vibrant and energetic department. Interested? You can contact them here at Julie.Thompson@puregym.com Closing date is Friday 13th May ENDS

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Community

Nationwide to Give Grants to Charities Addressing Cost of Living Crisis as Households Face Mounting Pressure

Charities helping struggling households will be able to benefit from support from Nationwide Building Society with causes helping address financial hardship invited to apply for its Community Grants programme. Nationwide has announced that applications for this year’s Community Grants are now open, with applications welcomed from charities supporting people in the cost of living crisis alongside […]

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Business Community Newry

Launch of Brian Conlon Foundation

The Conlon family has launched a new Foundation to celebrate the contribution, life and legacy of Brian Conlon, founder, and former CEO of First Derivatives. The Brian Conlon Foundation is built on the core areas Brian was passionate about, including advancement of education, boosting amateur sport, supporting causes in his hometown of Newry and donating […]

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Business Community Newry Newry Chamber

Newry Chamber Welcomes Minister for State NI, Conor Burns MP

Newry Chamber was delighted to welcome Conor Burns MP, Minister for State Northern Ireland to Newry City. The Minister was keen to understand the particular challenges faced by businesses in the Greater Newry Area and other parts of the region so that government legislation can be aligned to the needs of all communities. The Minister is […]

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Community Government Health Politics Stormont

UNISON Calls on Government to Put Pay Right

Commenting as UNISON members across all HSC Trusts join with NHS staff across the UK in calling for a decent pay rise as part of the Put Pay Right campaign, UNISON Northern Ireland Head of Bargaining and Representation Anne Speed said:  “UNISON members rights across Northern Ireland are delivering a clear message today that it’s […]