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Poots publishes 2019-2020 Rural Needs Annual Monitoring Report

Poots publishes 2019-2020 Rural Needs Annual Monitoring Report - NI farming news

Agriculture, Environment and Rural Affairs Minister Edwin Poots MLA has published the 2019-2020 Rural Needs Annual Monitoring Report.     The Rural Needs Annual Monitoring Report is an integral part of the rural needs monitoring process as it provides a formal record of all Rural Needs Impact Assessments undertaken by public authorities.     Publishing […]

Charity helping Northern Ireland nurses this winter

CHARITY HELPING NURSES IN NORTHERN IRELAND THIS WINTER - Newry news

A charity supporting nursing and midwifery staff is urging those working in Northern Ireland to seek help this winter.     Cavell Nurses’ Trust helps nurses, midwives and healthcare assistants all over the UK who are facing a personal or financial crisis, often due to illness, disability, domestic abuse or the impact of the Covid-19 […]

£4m Small Woodland Grant Scheme announced

Poots announces £4 Million Small Woodland Grant Scheme in support of ‘Forests for Our Future’ programme - Newry Times

Environment Minister Edwin Poots MLA has announced the next stage of the ‘Forests for Our Future’ programme by launching a new £4million grant scheme.       The scheme aims to encourage and help landowners plant their own native woodlands.        Successful applicants to the Small Woodland Grant Scheme will receive a standard establishment grant […]

Health Minister launches consultation on new mental health strategy

Health Minister launches consultation on new mental health strategy - Newry newspapers

Health Minister Robin Swann has launched a public consultation on a new, ten-year Mental Health Strategy for Northern Ireland.     The draft Strategy sets out a new vision for mental health in Northern Ireland as well as 29 high-level actions designed to take forward significant strategic change over the next decade.     The […]

How you can support the Health Service During this Critical Winter

How you can support the Health Service During this Critical Winter - Newry Daisy Hill Hospital Southern Trust - Newry news

In what has been a particularly difficult 2020, Health and Social Care services are now facing unprecedented pressures in the face of a global pandemic, combined with traditional winter pressures.      Sharon Gallagher, Chief Executive of the Health and Social Care Board, urges the public to continue to support efforts to keep the service […]

Prestigious award for the team behind COVID-19 Dashboard

Prestigious award for the team behind COVID-19 Dashboard - Newry Times news

The Department of Health COVID-19 Statistical Reporting Team has won a prestigious UK-wide Analysis in Government Award for its work on the COVID-19 Dashboard.     The awards celebrate the achievements of the Analysis function within Government across the UK. One hundred and eighteen nominations were received across five categories.     Against stiff competition […]

Local Councillor highlights Slieve Gullion litter issue

Local Councillor Highlights Litter Issue at Slieve Gullion - Newry Newspapers Sinn Fein

Slieve Gullion Sinn Féin Councillor Mickey Larkin has reminded all those visiting Slieve Gullion to take their litter home with them.     The local Councillor said, “Many people visit the mountain to walk, run and cycle.     “Sporting clubs also use the mountain drive for training. “Whilst we welcome all visitors to the […]

New measures to support children with Special Educational Needs

New measures to support children with Special Educational Needs - Newry Times Newspaper

A section of the Special Educational Needs and Disability (SEND) Act 2016 which requires the Education Authority to seek and have regard to the views of the child has come into operation.     Education Minister, Peter Weir said, “I am committed to improving the current system of special educational provision and to support pupils […]







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