
Translink has given two trains very special makeovers in support of the #ChaseTheRainbow movement sweeping the nation. Northern Ireland’s public transport operator has recently unveiled the massive ‘Trainbows’, transforming NI Railways trains into moving symbols of hope and solidarity for people as they see them travelling across the network. Translink recently announced it […]
Apr 20 2020 | Posted in
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SDLP Health Committee Member, Colin McGrath MLA has welcomed a move by the Scottish Government to award a pay rise to all adult social care workers and said that it is time for Northern Ireland to follow suit. Embed from Getty Images Speaking to Newry Times, the South Down MLA said, “I welcome […]
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The Department of Health has set up a new email contact point for health and social care staff to raise PPE concerns. Embed from Getty Images The email address – Covid19PPE.queries@health-ni.gov.uk – will be checked every day and the anonymity of staff using it will be protected. Speaking to Newry Times, […]
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SDLP Group Leader Pete Byrne has called for the safe reopening of Household Recycling Centres across Newry, Mourne and Down following an increase in fly-tipping reports across the district. Embed from Getty Images Speaking to Newry Times, Councillor Byrne said, “We are working to ensure our 10 Household Recycling Centres across Newry Mourne […]
Apr 20 2020 | Posted in
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The Department of Health has introduced a daily dashboard of statistics relating to Covid-19. Embed from Getty Images The dashboard is available on the Departmental website. It complements information currently in the public domain and, together with statistics on deaths published weekly by NISRA, helps provide a comprehensive picture of the effects of […]
Apr 20 2020 | Posted in
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A grant scheme to support businesses in the retail, hospitality, tourism and leisure sectors is now open for applications. Embed from Getty Images Economy Minister Diane Dodds is encouraging businesses that consider themselves eligible to apply for the £25,000 grant online as soon as possible. Speaking to Newry Times, the Minister […]
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Economy Minister Diane Dodds has published guidance on making workplaces safer and the list of priority sectors which were drawn up by the Engagement Forum. Embed from Getty Images The Forum was set up by the Minister to advise the Executive on the list of priority businesses sectors referred to in the Health […]
Apr 20 2020 | Posted in
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Over £4.5 million has been redirected into rural communities, helping around 50,000 vulnerable and isolated people to stay home and stay safe during the COVID-19 pandemic. Agriculture, Environment and Rural Affairs Minister, Edwin Poots MLA has instructed his Department to do all it can to ease the burden and worries of those in rural communities […]
Apr 20 2020 | Posted in
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Communities Minister Deirdre Hargey MLA is to introduce legislation in the Assembly to extend the notice to quit period a landlord must give a tenant to 12 weeks. Embed from Getty Images The Private Tenancies (Coronavirus Modifications) Bill 2020 will provide private renters with additional protections during the Covid-19 period. Speaking to Newry Times, […]
Apr 17 2020 | Posted in
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Health Minister Robin Swann has visited Kircubbin Health Centre to meet with staff delivering Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) direct to domiciliary care workers. The South Eastern Trust has established a PPE delivery service, travelling to various points across the trust area including Portaferry, Holywood and Bangor. The service makes it easier for domiciliary […]
Apr 17 2020 | Posted in
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