
Police are appealing for witnesses and information following the burglary of residential premises that occurred on the Carrickbroad Road, Killeavy in the Newry area. Speaking to Newry Times, Constable O’Doherty said, “It was reported between the hours of 6:30pm on Thursday 22nd September and 9.00pm on Friday 23rd September, entry was gained to a residential […]
Oct 21 2016 | Posted in
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Sinn Féin MLA Megan Fearon has spoken of her outrage at a proposal to ask mothers entering labour wards to produce photographic ID or proof of the right to remain within Britain or the north of Ireland. Following reports of the proposals in the media Fearon said, “The article details plans to ask expectant mothers […]
Oct 21 2016 | Posted in
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SDLP South Down MP Margaret Ritchie has questioned the British Foreign Secretary, Boris Johnson, on the UK’s membership of the Single Market following an exit from the European Union. Referring to his discussions with the Secretaries of State for Exiting the EU and International Trade, Ritchie emphasised the importance of continued Single Market membership for […]
Oct 21 2016 | Posted in
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SDLP Education Spokesperson and South Down MLA Colin McGrath has responded to the draft area plan for 2017 to 2020 announced by the Education Minister. The plan aims at changing the nature and number of schools across the North and are out for public consultation until December. Speaking to Newry Times, McGrath said, “I welcome […]
Oct 21 2016 | Posted in
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SDLP South Down MP Margaret Ritchie, has criticised HMRC for the plight of many tax credit claimants following investigations by Concentrix. Speaking in a Westminster Hall debate, Ritchie highlighted the fact that responsibility for Concentrix’s failures ultimately lies with HMRC. Ritchie said, “My office has been inundated with calls from distressed constituents who have had […]
Oct 20 2016 | Posted in
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The Northern Ireland agri-food sector is competing with the world’s best, Food and Farming Minister Michelle McIlveen has said during a visit to the SIAL global food exhibition in Paris. The world’s largest food innovation exhibition, SIAL brings together food producers, processors, buyers and journalists from across the world and this year a number of […]
Oct 20 2016 | Posted in
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Churches across Northern Ireland are being invited to take part in information sessions hosted by suicide prevention group Flourish! in the coming months. Flourish! is a partnership between Lighthouse and clergy from across the Christian churches in Northern Ireland. The initiative has the support of the leaders of the four larger churches in Ireland and […]

NI Water has launched a summary of its goods, services and construction contracts, with an estimated value of approximately £198 million, required by the company over the next 12 months. Companies supplying such services are encouraged to attend NI Water’s Supplier Day on 27th October. Along with a full programme of tenders, NI Water is […]

Justice Minister Claire Sugden has reminded the public that anyone wishing to buy or use fireworks must first obtain a licence. Applications for the use of fireworks over the Halloween period must be submitted to the Department of Justice no later than Monday 24th October 2016. Minister Sugden said, “The law is clear on purchase, […]
Oct 20 2016 | Posted in
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One of Northern Ireland’s most successful overseas businessmen has been honoured with a special diaspora award by Northern Irish Connections. Rostrevor-born Jim Clerkin, President and CEO of Moët Hennessy North America, was presented with the award at Stormont Castle by deputy First Minister Martin McGuinness and NI Connections CEO Andrew Cowan, in recognition of his […]
Oct 19 2016 | Posted in
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