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SDLP Statement on Restoration of the Devolved Institutions

SDLP Leader Colum Eastwood MP has said that the restoration of the democratic institutions of governance in Northern Ireland is positive news for people, workers, communities, businesses and voluntary organisations across the North. The Foyle MP said that there should be no impediment to the quick restoration of the Assembly and Executive to get on […]

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Community Government Politics Stormont Westminster

Sinn Féin Welcomes Progress on Return to Power-Sharing

Sinn Féin Leader Mary Lou McDonald TD welcomed progress on the return to power-sharing and expressed optimism today that the Assembly is expected to elect a new Executive before the 8 February deadline.  Mary Lou McDonald said: “I am optimistic having heard Jeffrey Donaldson’s public declaration that we will see the northern institutions back up and […]

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Business Community Constituency Council Government Lifestyle Newry Newry and Armagh NMD Council

Illumaphonium Installation to Illuminate Night Time Economy In Newry

Newry, Mourne and Down District Council is delighted to announce that the immersive light exhibition, Illumaphonium: Halo will open in Newry on Friday 2 February, running for four weeks. This free attraction, funded by the Funded by the Department of Communities, features a dynamic and interactive, multi-sensory, music making installation, created by musician and inventor, […]

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Business Community Constituency Infrastructure Kilkeel Newry Chamber South Down

Collins Aerospace Develops Innovative Range of Aircraft Seats Following £16m Investment In Kilkeel

Great news from our Corporate Patron, Collins Aerospace who following a £16m investment at its Kilkeel site will see the development of a new generation of aircraft passenger seats. The US company, which employs around 800 people at its factory in Kilkeel, said the research and development (R&D) programme will see the firm produce a […]

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

TUV Urges Anti-Protocol Unionists to Increasingly Stand Together

Speaking at the annual dinner of Newry & Armagh TUV on Saturday evening, Jim Allister reached out to all who continue to stand firm against the Protocol, urging strength and structure in the common cause of necessary opposition to the Protocol and any unionist implementation of it through Stormont. In the course of his remarks […]

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Digital Overhaul For Northern Ireland’s Number One Retail Coffee Brand

Owners of Barista Bar, Northern Ireland’s number one retail coffee brand, have invested a quarter of a million pounds into a digital overhaul of their consumer offering. Henderson Foodservice, which launched the brand in 2015, has invested £250,000 to develop the new ‘My Barista Bar Rewards+’app for users in Northern Ireland, that will digitise the […]

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Newry Chamber & Newry BID Host Consultation Event on Revenue Raising Measures & The Future of Business Rates

Newry Chamber of Commerce & Trade and Newry BID hosted a constructive discussion this morning in Custom House, Newry between local businesses and Land & Property Services NI on the current consultation on revenue raising measures and the future of business rates. The well attended event heard from Andrew McAvoy, Director of Rating Policy at […]

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Business Climate Community Constituency Council Government Infrastructure Newry and Armagh NMD Council South Armagh

Families and Local Businesses Suffered Severe Flood Damage and There Is Real Fear of This Happening Again’ -Murphy

Slieve Gullion area Sinn Féin Councillor Declan Murphy has confirmed that he is to meet multi agency staff  to discuss in particular the recent flooding issues in the Camlough area. The meeting that he and his Sinn Féin colleagues have arranged will also have senior Council Officers in attendance.  The Sinn Féin elected representative said, […]

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Workers Can’t Continue to Be Left In The Lurch By DUP Time Wasting and Inaction – O’Neill

First Minister Designate Michelle O’Neill said today that public service workers can’t continue to be left in the lurch any longer by DUP time wasting and inaction. Michelle O’Neill was speaking as public service workers prepare to embark on widespread industrial action in support of their legitimate demands for fair pay. Michelle O’Neill said: “Almost […]

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Business Community Constituency Newry Newry and Armagh

Huge Newry Industrial Warehouse Approved Despite Hundreds of Objections

By Donal McMahon A huge Newry industrial warehouse has been approved despite hundreds of objections to the development in a residential area. The £15m Savage & Whitten wholesale distribution hub was signed off by the planning committee of Newry, Mourne and Down District Council (NMDDC) on Wednesday (Jan 10). The Chancellor’s Road Residents Group had objected […]

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Business Community Constituency Lifestyle Newry Newry and Armagh

Buttercrane Centre Manager Reflects on 2023

Reflecting on the retail landscape of 2023,  Buttercrane Centre Manager Peter Murray admits it’s been challenging for many retail brands. The cost-of-living crisis, increasing inflation and rising mortgage rate costs have depleted disposable income. “This affects all sectors as consumers pull back from spending and in particular, we’ve seen this impact the fashion sector. Consumers […]

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Business Community Constituency Government Lifestyle Newry Newry and Armagh Stormont

Kimmins Urges People to Support Local Businesses this Christmas

Sinn Féin MLA Liz Kimmins has urged people to support local businesses this Christmas by shopping locally. The Newry and Armagh MLA said: “The festive season is so important to local businesses, giving them the trade that helps them through the quieter months ahead.  “For Newry in particular, this period will be vital for many […]