
Local natural gas supplier firmus energy has marked a significant year of investment in the Newry and Mourne area. The local gas company has invested £2.6m in the area to bring natural gas to even more homes and businesses across the City. Established in 2006, firmus energy supplies natural gas to […]
Jan 7 2021 | Posted in
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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 […]
Jan 6 2021 | Posted in
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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 […]
Jan 5 2021 | Posted in
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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 […]
Jan 4 2021 | Posted in
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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 […]
Jan 1 2021 | Posted in
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Parents in Northern Ireland are being urged to register the birth of their newborns, so HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) can verify their Child Benefit claims. Normally, a birth must be registered before claiming Child Benefit. However, with some local register offices operating at reduced capacity and some parents unable to […]
Dec 29 2020 | Posted in
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Health Minister Robin Swann has visited Holywell hospital to meet staff and show his appreciation to all Mental Health workforce in Northern Ireland. Minister Swann said, “This pandemic has taken a massive physical toll on us all but it has also had a significant impact on emotional wellbeing and mental health among our […]
Dec 28 2020 | Posted in
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Maghaberry prisoners have embraced the gift of giving at Christmas by donating cash from their fundraising efforts during the Covid pandemic to an autistic children’s charity. Maghaberry Prison Deputy Governor, David Savage, recently visited the Newtownards Branch of the National Autistic Society to present a cheque for £5,185, proceeds of prisoners’ recycling and […]
Dec 24 2020 | Posted in
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Translink staff have recently made donations to twelve local charities including Translink charity partner Cancer Focus Northern Ireland along with eleven other staff nominated charities ahead of Christmas. The transport operator’s employees raised funds through their payroll Give As You Earn Scheme and nominated a range of charities for donations focusing on key […]
Dec 24 2020 | Posted in
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With the recently announced tighter COVD-19 restrictions coming into effect from Boxing Day, Translink is advising passengers to plan ahead and regularly check the website, social media or use the Journey Planner for the latest timetable information. Translink also reminds all those travelling cross-border to book online in advance. Current arrangements […]