
As part of its current focus on Business Crime, the Police Service of Northern Ireland is highlighting the work done by its ANPR Interceptor team, in collaboration with partners in the business sector, to tackle shoplifting gangs. The ANPR Interceptor team was formed in 2020 to deny criminals the use of Northern Ireland’s […]
Nov 11 2022 | Posted in
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Local would-be entrepreneurs from across Newry Mourne and Down District Council are urged to sign-up for a hybrid workshop with entrepreneur and business mentor Phil Graham. The Go For It Programme is set to host a special ‘Develop an Entrepreneurial Mindset’ hybrid workshop with hugely successful entrepreneur and business mentor Phil Graham on […]

Northern Ireland’s five Gas Network Operators have launched their joint plan to fully decarbonise the region’s gas network by 2050. The Pathway to Net-Zero charts out how the gas network will transition away from natural gas to renewable alternatives such as Biomethane and Hydrogen to support Northern Ireland’s emission targets. The injection of […]
Nov 10 2022 | Posted in
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Local social enterprise Newry Cycle Recycle has appealed to local people to recycle their unwanted bikes in the run-up to Christmas. Director Gerard Hughes says, “Every year we see hundreds of old and unwanted bicycles of every size and model sadly sent to landfill. “At Newry Cycle Recycle CIC, we take pride in […]

Odd Socks Day, an event that individuals of all ages can participate in to celebrate uniqueness, will kick off this year’s Anti-Bullying Week on Monday 14 November. Encouraging everyone to get involved, Aoife Nic Colaim, Anti-Bullying Co-ordinator at Northern Ireland Anti-Bullying Forum (NIABF) says, “Taking part couldn’t be easier, simply wear mismatched socks […]

Newry MLA Justin McNulty has said that Justice Minister Naomi Long has rejected calls to de-militarise Newry Courthouse. SDLP Newry & Armagh MLA Justin McNulty says, “I find it incredible that Newry Courthouse is still fortified as though we were at the height of the Troubles. “Not only are the high defences and […]

Lidl Northern Ireland has this Christmas teamed up with renowned broadcaster and household favourite Julian Simmons for the return of its major festive fundraiser Trolley Dash, in aid of charity partner NSPCC Northern Ireland. Lidl Northern Ireland is lightening the load for shoppers this holiday season by giving customers the opportunity to win […]

Northern Ireland Federation of Housings Associations (NIFHA) has announced that its members have committed to going further to support their tenants this winter when the cost of living crisis will have the most impact on vulnerable people. Housing associations, which manage a combined 55,800 homes across Northern Ireland, have made a series of […]
Nov 7 2022 | Posted in
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Sinn Féin Councillor Valerie Harte has welcomed a commitment from Translink to build a bus shelter for residents in Carnagat. The Newry City councillor says, “I have worked closely with the Carnagat community association over recent months to assist them in this process. “This is a very busy bus route, with both students […]
Nov 7 2022 | Posted in
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Ministers Deirdre Hargey, Robin Swann and Naomi Long have met to discuss how the housing, health and justice sectors can work collaboratively to tackle homelessness for those with complex lives. The Ministers discussed the evidenced success of the Housing First and Complex Lives models. These have proven very effective in sustaining housing tenancies, […]