
“I will do all that I can to support and continue to deliver for those affected by domestic abuse.” That was the message from Justice Minster Naomi Long. She was speaking after hearing directly from people affected by domestic abuse, as well as specialists working in this field from Belfast and Lisburn Women’s […]
Oct 22 2021 | Posted in
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The Southern Trust’s ‘Listening Rooms’ facility has opened at Skeagh Cottage in Dromore. The rooms offer a private and comforting space for families that have suffered baby loss. Staff are available to guide and signpost those bereaved – mothers, fathers and siblings – to appropriate resources within the Trust and voluntary […]
Oct 21 2021 | Posted in
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Finance Minister, Conor Murphy visited Cuilcagh Mountain Special Area of Conservation this week to hear about some of the work undertaken by the Collaborative Action for the Natural Network (CANN) project that was awarded €9.4m of funding under the cross-border INTERREG VA programme. During the visit, the Minister heard from various partners from […]
Oct 21 2021 | Posted in
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Health Minister Robin Swann has said nurses and midwives have a massive opportunity to influence and contribute to the successful Transformation of Health and Social Care Services. He was speaking at a presentation ceremony for 30 young nurses and midwives graduating from Northern Ireland’s Nightingale Challenge Global Leadership Development Programme (GLDP). […]
Oct 20 2021 | Posted in
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Social housing tenants who are financially impacted by Covid-19 will not face eviction if they are in rent arrears because of the pandemic, Communities Minister Deirdre Hargey has announced. A voluntary agreement was put in place at the start of the pandemic between the Department for Communities, Housing Executive and Housing Associations. […]
Oct 19 2021 | Posted in
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County Down will be well represented at this year’s Ulster Tatler Awards 2021 with no fewer than twenty-four individuals and businesses from the county shortlisted for a prize at the prestigious ceremony. The Ulster Tatler Awards, now in their 14th year, celebrate the achievements of homegrown individuals and businesses, the likes of which […]

Police are urging the public to be on their guard against a recent wave of scams. The warning comes after numerous reports were received in recent days from victims right across the country. The scams involve a text or WhatsApp from a person claiming to be a family member and have […]
Oct 18 2021 | Posted in
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As Coronavirus restrictions further ease, First Minister Paul Givan and deputy First Minister Michelle O’Neill are urging everyone to keep following public health guidance and making safer choices to protect themselves and others. A series of relaxations began rolling out from yesterday, 14 October, with further easements taking effect from 31 October. […]

From today, 15 October 2021, the contactless card payment limit is increasing from £45 to £100. While the contactless payment increase makes paying for goods and services quicker and easier, the Consumer Council encourages everyone to remember steps they can take to help protect themselves and their money. Contactless cards come […]
Oct 15 2021 | Posted in
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Health Minister Robin Swann has announced that the Department of Health is making up to £5.5m available to support general practice in Northern Ireland over the challenging winter period. £3.8m has been committed to supporting additional patient care through the winter. Up to £1.7m is being made available to further improve […]
Oct 15 2021 | Posted in
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