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Employment Service reminds Newry employers ‘we’re here to help’

The Department for Employment and Learning’s (DEL) Employment Service is reminding Newry employers of the range of services available to help them. Davy Doyle, DEL Local Office Manager for Newry Jobs & Benefits office, explained, “Do you need help in recruiting staff? Our network of 35 Jobs & Benefits offices and JobCentres across Northern Ireland […]

Positive Christmas sales for Newry retailers

With retail and hospitality sectors struggling in recent times, this Christmas it would appear that a footfall in Newry has improved on last year as shopping habits are affected by Christmas Day falling mid-week. Buttercrane Shopping Centre Manager Peter Murray said, “Christmas falling on a Wednesday certainly changed the shoppers habits pushing spend further into […]

Local students check in with Allen & Overy

High calibre South Eastern Regional College students from Newry and Lurgan have completed nine days of professional training and mentoring with Allen & Overy, as part of a unique course designed to bolster expertise in the legal market. The four-month Document Skills Foundation Course is the only training programme in Northern Ireland to let students […]

NIIRTA welcomes DETI review of Business Red Tape

The Northern Ireland Independent Retail Trade Association (NIIRTA) has welcomed DETI Minister Foster’s announcement of a comprehensive review of business red tape. NIIRTA Chief Executive Glyn Roberts said, “This is a welcome announcement and I look forward to contributing to this review and engaging with the Advisory Panel. “In recent years the burden of red […]

Northern Ireland high street still number one this Christmas

The majority of Northern Ireland consumers still prefer to shop on the high street according to the latest research by business advisory firm, Deloitte. The survey, which canvassed the opinion of consumers from across the UK, including Northern Ireland, revealed that over half of those surveyed still prefer the high street for top-up grocery shopping, […]

Newry police issue business security warning

As preparations gather pace for the busy Christmas trading period, police are advising members of the business community to step up their security. Christmas and New Year are the retail trade’s busiest time, and criminals may try to take advantage of the high turnover of cash and valuables in outlets throughout Newry and Mourne. Crime […]

Warrenpoint firm sends £50,000 aid parcel after Philippines Appeal

Warrenpoint business, JY Hygiene Supplies, a small local company which supplies nursing home equipment and medical supplies across Northern Ireland, has turned a request for a donation into a major aid shipment for those affected by the recent natural disaster in the Philippines. Thanks to the generosity of JY Hygiene Supplies and its staff and […]

Large turnout for local digital event

Upwards of 55 companies from Armagh, Down, Tyrone, Louth and Monaghan attended a recent cross-border digital business event. The Digital & Social Media Marketing Event, which took place at Banbridge Enterprise Centre, informed local firms on how digital marketing can assist them develop their business, particularly when trading on a cross-border basis. The workshop was […]

Local gymnastics club goes from strength to strength

Silverbridge’s Karena McGahan made the bold step of launching her own gymnastics club two years ago – and she’s been rewarded with a cash grant for coaching excellence. McGahan, 38, is one of just 50 coaches from across the UK to have been awarded a Gillette Great Starts Grant in celebration of their tireless efforts […]

MJM Marine Newry celebrates Investors in People accreditation

MJM Marine, based in Newry and employing 145 people, is among 38 organisations from across Northern Ireland celebrating Investors in People (IiP) accreditation. Dr Stephen Farry, Minister for Employment and Learning, congratulated all the organisations receiving the prestigious business award at a celebration event held in Hillsborough Castle. The Minister said: “This occasion celebrates Northern […]







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