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Archive for: April, 2020

Coronavirus Northern Ireland: Waste industry key workers praised for their efforts during crisis

Environment Minister Edwin Poots MLA has written to key workers in the waste industry to express his gratitude for their continuing efforts in protecting public health and the environment during Covid-19.   Embed from Getty Images   Speaking to Newry Times, Minister Poots said, “As we navigate our way through the greatest health crisis Northern […]

Police urge vigilance after 40 scam incidents last week

A senior Police Service of Northern Ireland officer is appealing to people throughout Northern Ireland not to be duped by fraudsters attempting to swindle them after more than three dozen reports of scams in recent days.   Embed from Getty Images   Between Thursday 16 April and Saturday 18 April, there was more than 40 […]

Coronavirus Northern Ireland: Improving road safety during Covid-19 “should be explored fully”

Sinn Féin MLA Cathal Boylan has stated that measures to improve road safety for drivers, cyclists and pedestrians during the coronavirus pandemic should be explored fully by the Infrastructure minister. Embed from Getty Images   Speaking to Newry Times, the Newry and Armagh MLA said, “There are concerns that quieter roads during the coronavirus could […]

Coronavirus Northern Ireland: 250 Covid-19 related deaths in Northern Ireland

The number of Covid-19 related deaths recorded by HSC Trusts in Northern Ireland has sadly risen to 250. This includes eight deaths which occurred on Tuesday, with the remainder involving deaths in previous days that have now been added to the official record.     Speaking to Newry Times, Health Minister Robin Swann said, “My […]

Coronavirus Northern Ireland: Government begins large virus infection and antibody test study

Twenty thousand households in England are being contacted to take part in the first wave of a major new government study to track Covid-19 in the general population. Embed from Getty Images   The study will help improve understanding around the current rate of infection and how many people are likely to have developed antibodies […]

Dry weather sparks wildfire warning

DAERA and Northern Ireland Fire & Rescue Service (NIFRS) are asking farmers and the public for their help during the current dry weather spell which has sparked a wildfire warning.   Embed from Getty Images   The hot and dry weather has left the countryside vulnerable to fires caused by burning of vegetation or waste […]

Councillor confirms Camlough traffic and safety assessment

Slieve Gullion area Sinn Féin Councillor Oonagh Magennis has confirmed that the Department for Infrastructure will now undertake a full traffic and safety assessment on the main A50 Newtown Road into Camlough village. The Councillor also praised the local residents living at Cloughan Court and Cashel Close for their efforts in highlighting their concerns.   […]

Coronavirus Northern Ireland: Public urged to “keep up lifesaving measures”

SDLP South Down MLA Colin McGrath has urged the public to continue with the difficult but important lifesaving measures, such as social distancing and staying at home.  Embed from Getty Images   McGrath also urged the Executive to step up communication with the public, so everyone clearly understands the scale of the challenge we face. […]

Coronavirus Northern Ireland: Minister urges public to report child protection concerns

Health Minister Robin Swann has expressed concern at evidence of a significant decrease in child protection referrals in Northern Ireland. Embed from Getty Images   The Minister emphasised that, despite the Covid-19 pandemic, children’s services remain open and ready to help protect children and support families. Speaking to Newry Times, Mr Swann stated, “I am […]

Coronavirus Northern Ireland: Increased emergency financial support access announced

Communities Minister Deirdre Hargey MLA has announced increased access to emergency financial support in response to COVID-19. Embed from Getty Images   The Assembly has approved a change to Discretionary Support legislation which will provide increased access to emergency financial support for claimants who find themselves in a crisis.     The change to legislation […]







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