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Archive for: June, 2020

Local community urged to “treat Camlough Lake area with respect”

Slieve Gullion Councillor Oonagh Magennis has urged all visitors to the Camlough Lake area to treat them with respect. The Sinn Féin Councillor was speaking after concerns over recent incidents at Camlough Lake.     She told Newry Times, “The good weather has increased the visitors to lakes and other amenities throughout south Armagh. “Whilst […]

Newry Council launches ‘Tender For Growth’ programme

In efforts to continue the availability of tailored support to local businesses, Newry, Mourne and Down District Council has launched a new ‘Tender for Growth’ programme to support businesses to access advice in the preparation of tenders, helping them to compete more effectively for public and private sector contracts. The programme is part-funded by Invest […]

Coronavirus Northern Ireland: COVID-19 bursary fund for rugby clubs launched

SONI (System Operator for Northern Ireland) and Ulster Rugby have launched a bursary fund to support rugby clubs as they plan a return to activity post COVID-19. The fund will recognise the efforts of clubs throughout Ulster who have supported their community during the ongoing pandemic.     The bursary is an extension of the […]

The ultimate checklist: 10 top tips for writing great copy

Guest post from the College of Media and Publishing.   We are in a competitive environment where an article can cost as little as 30 pence! So, you must know how to write a good copy before thinking of making this your living. Many people struggle to write good copy. If that’s you, you are […]

Newry MLA Kimmins welcomes rollout of 20mph zones outside schools

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Local Sinn Féin MLA Liz Kimmins has welcomed the announcement today of 20 mph speed limits around 100 schools in the north. Speaking to Newry Times, the Newry and Armagh MLA stated, “I welcome the announcement today of 20 mph speed limits being rolled out across 100 schools in the north to improve safety for […]

Coronavirus Northern Ireland: Covid funding allocation “must be targeted, equitable and evidence-based”

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The £25m support package for the agriculture and horticulture sectors must be targeted towards those most in need, evidence-based and distributed on an equitable basis, Agriculture Minister Edwin Poots MLA has said. The Minister made the comments following a Private Members’ Motion in the Assembly this week on the issue.     Speaking after the […]

Coronavirus Northern Ireland: Update on ‘R number’

The Department of Health has published the current covid-19 reproduction number (R). The current estimate of R is 0.5 – 0.9. This has enabled the Executive decision to ease some further restrictions. As of 9 June, the seven-day rolling average of new cases is 8.     It is important to model the Covid-19 epidemic […]

Coronavirus Northern Ireland: Executive moves forward on relaxations to Coronavirus restrictions

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Further changes to the Coronavirus Regulations have been approved by the Executive. At their meeting, ministers were briefed by medical and scientific experts on the current transmission rate of the virus and agreed to move forward on a number of social and economic relaxations.     These include: permitting indoor visits with one other household […]

Coronavirus Northern Ireland: Extra funding support for Foster Carers

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The Health and Social Care Board (HSCB) has secured additional funding approved by the Department of Health to support foster carers during the current Covid 19 pandemic. This financial support will be made available to all foster carers across Northern Ireland for a period of up to 12 weeks commencing in June 2020 and will […]

Coronavirus Northern Ireland: Buttercrane Manager explains reopening steps

Following Economy Minister Diane Dodds announcement, Buttercrane Centre expects to see the phased reopening of non-essential retailers over the next ten days. Speaking to Newry Times, Peter Murray, Centre Manager said, “Stores are responding as quickly as possible to this afternoon’s news and are working behind the scenes on staff training, deep cleaning and putting […]







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