
Health Minister Mike Nesbitt has highlighted the role of Elective Care Centres in reducing our lengthy waiting lists. Dedicated capacity for elective surgery has been enhanced through the continued development of these surgical hubs across Northern Ireland. A key benefit is that this planned surgery is less likely to be cancelled due to […]
Aug 2 2024 | Posted in
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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 […]

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 […]

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 important work that domiciliary care staff do in providing social care and support to thousands of service users has been recognised at the inaugural Southern Health and Social Care Trust Home Care Awards. Staff from across the Trust’s three domiciliary care teams—Armagh and Dungannon, Craigavon and Banbridge, Newry and Mourne, and the […]
Jul 24 2024 | Posted in
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The winners of Southern Area Hospice’s inaugural ‘Step It Up’ corporate challenge have finally been revealed, with CCL Services Newry scooping the top prize for raising the most money in the small business category. CCL Services raised an outstanding £5,314.24 as result of their employees taking 10,000 steps every day in May while […]
Jul 24 2024 | Posted in
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Southern Area Hospice (SAH) is marking the first anniversary of its Out of Hours (OOH) On-Call Nursing Service, which provides end-of-life care to patients who have a cancer diagnosis 365 days a year. Launched in July 2023, the service has supported 47 patients and their families. It helps with symptom management for the […]
Jul 23 2024 | Posted in
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