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Community Newry Politics

Council Launches Corporate Plan 2021-2023

Newry, Mourne and Down District Council has published its second Corporate Plan, which covers the two-year period from 2021-2023. These are unprecedented and difficult times and the COVID-19 pandemic is greatly impacting upon everyone. The Council has therefore taken the decision to develop an interim two-year plan to ensure it can adapt and respond in […]

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Business Newry

Matt D’Arcy Irish Whiskey toasts £100,000 launch sales

The once world-famous Whiskey brand, D’Arcy’s Old Irish Whiskey, has enjoyed a spectacular return after a century with launch retail sales topping £100,000 in the Christmas trading period. Matt D’Arcy and Co was first established in 1817 in Newry, gaining a global reputation, before closing in 1918.   The brand has now been revived by local […]

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Crime

Long: Staying at home vital but help is still available for victims of domestic abuse

The ‘stay at home’ message has never been more important if we are to protect the health service and save lives but this does not mean victims of domestic violence will be forgotten. That was the message today from Justice Minister Naomi Long who stressed that help and support is available for those who find themselves […]

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Business Uncategorized

ECONOMY MINISTER OUTLINES IMPORTANT STEPS BUSINESSES SHOULD TAKE

Economy Minister Diane Dodds has outlined basic steps businesses can take to prepare for the end of the transition period. A recent survey by the NI Business Brexit Working Group found fewer than one in five businesses were prepared for 1 January. The Minister said: “This has been a time of great uncertainty for businesses and […]