Physiotherapists in the Southern Trust are among the first in Northern Ireland to write prescriptions for patients. The new scheme is part of a regional pilot looking at new ways of prescribing. It aims to help reduce waiting times for medication and free up GP appointments for those who need them […]
Omniplex Cinemas have released their tribute video to cinema in 2020, penned to finish with an emotional ‘We’ll save you a seat’. The cinema industry has been significantly impacted and changed this year, and with projectors powering up this month we’ll all get a chance to escape to the movies this Christmas. […]
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 […]
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. […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
