
Sinn Féin MLA Liz Kimmins has welcomed the announcement from the Finance Minister that more than £20 million will be made available for the community and voluntary sector from the Dormant Accounts Fund. Liz Kimmins said, “I welcome the launch of the Dormant Accounts Fund by Finance Minister Conor Murphy. “This […]
Dec 21 2020 | Posted in
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The Consumer Council is encouraging passengers due to travel over the festive period to plan in advance and be prepared, due to the impact of COVID-19 and EU Exit. Richard Williams, Head of Transport Policy at The Consumer Council, says, “This year more than ever passengers need to be prepared before travelling. […]
Dec 21 2020 | Posted in
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The Consumer Council is concerned that consumers in Northern Ireland could face potential new difficulties when shopping online from 1 January 2021, following the end of the transition period. Customs administration could be applied to parcels arriving in Northern Ireland from GB, which will likely lead to higher costs, delays and reduced choice […]
Dec 18 2020 | Posted in
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Newry and Armagh Alliance representative Jackie Coade has welcomed progress regarding the Northern Ireland protocol but has expressed a need for more work to be done. Speaking to Newry Times, Ms Coade said, “The Protocol is the product of Brexit itself and the particular choices made by the UK to leave both the […]
Dec 18 2020 | Posted in
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Northern Ireland animal welfare charity, the USPCA, is urging the public to not treat animals as commodities this Christmas. Christmas can be such a wonderful time of year as we take a step back to relax and connect with our family and friends. Making it all the more magical, very often […]
Dec 18 2020 | Posted in
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Health Minister Robin Swann has underlined his determination to see visits for care home residents facilitated across Northern Ireland over Christmas and into the New Year. Under Department of Health visiting guidance issued in September, all care homes should facilitate a range of methods that provide for safely managed and meaningful contact between […]
Dec 18 2020 | Posted in
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With the two-week circuit breaker now over, Northern Ireland consumers will be leaving their homes for some last-minute Christmas shopping. As the number of cars visiting shopping centres, private car parks and retail outlets increases, so does the risk of receiving a private Parking Charge Notice (PCN). The Consumer Council is […]
Dec 18 2020 | Posted in
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The Southern Health and Social Care Trust has been shortlisted as Mental Health Trust of the Year at the prestigious HSJ Awards. The Trust’s Primary Mental Health Care Team was shortlisted from 1,000 entries across the UK. Since it was established in 2013 the team have helped to significantly improve waiting […]
Dec 18 2020 | Posted in
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The Public Health Agency (PHA) operates a dedicated COVID-19 education team to provide support on cases of COVID-19 that occur in a school setting. The team operates from Monday to Friday, from 8 am to 4 pm, and on Saturday and Sunday from 10 am to 2 pm during term time. […]
Dec 18 2020 | Posted in
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Infrastructure Minister Nichola Mallon and Transport Minister Rachel Maclean have welcomed the first hydrogen-powered double-decker buses entering service in Northern Ireland. The arrival of the three new Hydrogen Fuel Cell Buses is the culmination of an exciting zero-emissions bus pilot project powered by “Green” renewably produced Hydrogen. The buses, emit only water and […]
Dec 17 2020 | Posted in
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