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Archive for: December, 2016

Successful meeting on local crime held in Cloughreagh

Slieve Gullion area Sinn Féin Councillor Roisin Mulgrew has said that whilst recent criminal activity in the locality had heightened the fears of many, she felt sure that the incidents had also helped bring neighbours together to create stronger friendly and more active communities. She was speaking after a Police and Community Safety Partnership (PCSP) […]

8 year old boy hit by car in Newry

Police are appealing for information following a road traffic collision that occurred on the Camlough Road, Newry, on the evening of Thursday 1st December. An 8 year old boy was crossing the road at traffic lights near Parkhead hill at approximately 5pm when he was clipped by a red car, possibly a Nissan Micra. Article […]

Appeal for witnesses after Newry collision

Newry burglary: 5 masked intruders prevent occupants from leaving while ransacking house - Newry news

Police are appealing for witnesses and information following the report of a two vehicle road traffic collision. The collision happened on the Old Dublin Road in the Newry area. Speaking to Newry Times, Inspector Russell Vogan said, “It was reported that just after 9.00pm on Sunday 11th December, a blue BMW 320 collided with a […]

‘Nothing should restrict PAC in Renewable Heat Incentive scheme inquiry’ – Murphy

Sinn Féin MLA Conor Murphy, who is also chair of the Economy Committee, has called for nothing to get in the way of the Public Accounts Committee protecting and upholding public interest and for all those with information, including ministers who oversaw the Renewable Heat Incentive Scheme, to come forward to the PAC. Speaking today […]

‘Single Market membership essential for NI economy’ – Ritchie

SDLP South Down MP Margaret Ritchie has questioned the Secretary of State for Exiting the European Union on the impact withdrawal from the Single Market would have on jobs in Northern Ireland Speaking to Newry Times, she said, “Membership of the Single Market is vital to Northern Irish exports and to our all-island economy. Article […]

Justice Minister announces new public protection measures

A new court-based order has been introduced and aims to help protect the public from risk of harm caused by serious violent offenders. The Violent Offences Prevention Order will allow the courts to place tailored conditions on the behaviour of an offender. Those subject to the order will also be required to provide personal information […]

Ritchie opposes tax rise on insurance premiums

SDLP South Down MP Margaret Ritchie has spoken in Parliament to signal her opposition to the tax rise on insurance premiums outlined in the Chancellor’s Autumn Statement. Speaking to Newry Times, she said, “Raising taxes on insurance premiums is a regressive step that will hit the pockets of people who are already struggling to cope […]

£2.6m for environment projects from carrier bag levy

Environment Minister Michelle McIlveen has allocated £2.6million to environmental projects across Northern Ireland. Speaking to Newry Times, the Minster said, “I am pleased to announce this funding for 2017/18 which is taken from the revenue raised by the carrier bag levy. “It will be used to help projects which sustain, improve and enrich our natural […]

£8m NI Water investment to enhance local beaches

Infrastructure Minister Chris Hazzard and Newry, Mourne and Down District Council Chairperson, Councillor Gillian Fitzpatrick were on site recently to view the recently upgraded Newcastle Wastewater Treatment Works (WwTW). This visit marks the completion of a major £8m investment at the plant in this popular tourist seaside town, which will deliver an improved standard of […]

Reduce the risk of spreading winter vomiting virus

The Public Health Agency (PHA) is making people aware of the presence of the winter vomiting and diarrhoea virus, also known as norovirus, circulating in the community. This is having an impact on nursing and residential homes, as well as some hospital services. The PHA recommends simple, practical steps to minimise the risk of contracting […]







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