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Archive for: November, 2015

Progress of Rural Needs Bill welcomed

Sinn Féin MLA Megan Fearon has welcomed the progress of the Rural Needs Bill to protect the rights of people living in rural areas. The South Armagh representative said the move would be particularly welcome in her own constituency. “I welcome the fact that Sinn Féin Agriculture Minister Michelle O’Neill has moved the Rural Needs […]

Refugees need protection, says Ruane

Sinn Féin MLA Caitriona Ruane has called on the Minister of Justice David Ford to ensure the protection of members of the Muslim community from attack and discrimination. Speaking to Newry Times, Ruane said, “Given the latest attack on a member of the Muslim community and the veiled threat from the UPRG to hunt refugees […]

Northern Ireland ‘on brink of new economic era’

Enterprise, Trade and Investment Minister Jonathan Bell has reiterated the positive effects of a reduced corporation tax and support for business. Speaking at the Northern Ireland Chamber of Commerce and Industry President’s banquet the Minister said, “Confirmation that Northern Ireland from April 2018 will have a rate of 12.5% enables us to proactively promote and […]

Fresh Start Agreement encouragement for Narrow Water Bridge welcomed

Sinn Féin MLA Caitríona Ruane has welcomed the acknowledgement in the Fresh Start Agreement that the Narrow Water Bridge has the potential to provide jobs and a boost to tourism in the area. Speaking to Newry Times, Ruane said, “The acknowledgement by both the Assembly and the Irish Government that a bridge at Narrow Water […]

Police urge caution after spate of Newry ‘creeper burglaries’

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Police in Newry and Mourne are reminding the public to take steps to discourage burglars from targeting their home. The reminder follows a number of creeper burglaries in the Newry and Mourne area. Speaking to Newry Times, Crime Prevention Officer Lisa Sherman said, “Over recent weeks a number of vehicles have been stolen as a […]

The Bureau welcomes Pat Jennings to its relaunch

The Bureau in the Buttercrane Shopping Centre is marking 20 years in business with a new look store and a modernised brand identity. Officially opened this week by local sporting legend Pat Jennings, the new Bureau has more than doubled in size, offering customers greater comfort and speedier service. Speaking at the launch, John Gildea […]

Daisy Hill Hospital raised in Assembly

Sinn Féin MLA Megan Fearon has challenged DUP Health Minister Simon Hamilton to protect Daisy Hill’s Emergency Department. Speaking in the Assembly the South Armagh representative said Daisy Hill provided a vital service to rural communities. “I would ask the Minister to do all in his power to protect the Daisy Hill Hospital Emergency Department,” […]

Increase in homophobic attacks saddens NRC Chairperson

Newry Unite in the Community equality officer and NRC Chairperson Damian McShane, has spoke out about the increase in violent attacks on the LGBT community within Newry and Mourne over the last year. Speaking to Newry Times, Damian said he was ‘shocked and saddened’ to see that 21 homophobic attacks were recorded within the Newry […]

Prestigious Age Friendly Conference hosted locally

On Wednesday 11th November 2015, Newry, Mourne and Down District Council along with a wide range of agencies hosted a conference ‘Celebrating Age Friendliness’. Over 200 delegates were in attendance to share the experience of the achievements that the Age Friendly Strategy has achieved on its journey since it was launched in 2014. Newry, Mourne […]

Economic inequalities in border areas ‘must be addressed’

Sinn Féin MLA Megan Fearon has said any steps to tackle regional economic imbalance should address inequalities in border areas. The South Armagh representative was speaking in the Assembly as she proposed a motion calling for action to be taken on unequal investment in parts of the north. “Regional economic imbalances are particularly evident west […]







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