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The Woodland Trust Northern Ireland has welcomed a Private Members Bill submitted by Peter McReynolds MLA at Stormont. This proposal for a Tree Protection Bill, submitted in July, aims to introduce dedicated legal protection for Northern Ireland’s oldest and most significant trees. As the UK’s leading woodland conservation charity, one of the Woodland […]

SDLP Opposition Health Spokesperson Colin McGrath has said that lessons must be learned from the Cervical Cytology Review in the Southern Trust. It comes after Health Minister Mike Nesbitt provided an update on the review, which was initiated after it emerged that over 17,500 smear tests would need to be re-checked in the […]
Aug 1 2024 | Posted in
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Sinn Féin MLA Liz Kimmins has commended the work of Breast Mates Newry following an important meeting held at Stormont with the Health Minister, Mike Nesbitt. Following the meeting, the Sinn Féin Health Spokesperson comments, “I was delighted to host the Breast Mates group at Stormont, where they met with the Health Minister […]
Jul 31 2024 | Posted in
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DAERA Minister Andrew Muir is urging owners of XL bully-type dogs to take action as he announces that the exemption scheme for owners will open on 9 August 2024. From that date, all XL Bully owners who wish to keep their dog will have to apply and pay for an Exemption Certificate by […]
Jul 31 2024 | Posted in
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Generations have walked its corridors, and now the public has the chance to take home their very own piece of Ulster University as one of Northern Ireland’s leading auction houses, Mid Ulster Auctions (MUA), partners with the university to conduct an asset clearance auction at its Jordanstown campus. MUA, which celebrates 30 years […]

Businesses in Newry received practical tips and support to help safeguard them and their finances from scams at a free fraud awareness event organised by the Bank of Ireland and the Newry Chamber of Commerce & Trade. The event, held at the Newry Conference and Banqueting Centre, focussed on educating consumers on new […]
Jul 29 2024 | Posted in
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A consultation on a review of the fees paid for marine licences has been launched by DAERA Minister Andrew Muir. He said the proposals were aimed at helping the Department to recover costs to provide the service as well as ensure a more effective licensing system is in place. Minister Muir says, “Last […]
Jul 26 2024 | Posted in
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NIE Networks has announced a new Vulnerable Customer Team, which is dedicated to providing support and assistance to those in our community who may require additional help with their electricity service. Whilst NIE Networks always helped and supported their vulnerable customers, this new team re-emphasises their commitment to delivering the best possible level […]
Jul 26 2024 | Posted in
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Over 30 Northern Irish community groups are receiving grants this year to help people across the region access the internet and digital technology, thanks to funding provided by Fibrus, a local broadband provider. The Fibrus Community Fund, launched in 2021, has provided £175,000 worth of funding across Northern Ireland to support digital inclusion […]
Jul 25 2024 | Posted in
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The Department of Health has launched a consultation asking for views on new health protection measures, being implemented through a Public Health Bill to replace the current Public Health Act (Northern Ireland) 1967. The overarching principle of the legislation is to protect the population against various forms of infection and contamination, enabling us […]
Jul 25 2024 | Posted in
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