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‘Governments must explore ways address unique circumstances of Ireland’ – Hazzard

Sinn Féin MLA Chris Hazzard said that the British and Irish governments should urgently explore ways in which the unique circumstances on the island of Ireland can be catered for in the aftermath of the Brexit vote. Chris Hazzard was addressing a meeting of the British Irish Association in Oxford. Hazzard said, “We cannot talk […]

Rates allowance deadline for landlords fast approaching

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Time is running out for landlords who want to benefit from an available allowance on their rate bills. Land & Property Services (LPS) is reminding landlords who have an Article 20 or Article 21 account that their bills should be paid in full by 30th September 2016 in order to receive the respective reduction on […]

‘Government must recognise EU importance to business in NI’ – Ritchie

SDLP South Down MP Margaret Ritchie has used the first question time to the newly created Department for Business, Energy and Industrial Strategy to question how the Government’s industrial strategy will accommodate Northern Ireland’s particular reliance on EU support and access to the Common Market. She said, “It is ironic that the British Government should […]

£15m fisheries grants programme open for applications

Fisheries Minister Michelle McIlveen has announced that the European Maritime and Fisheries Fund (EMFF) is open for applications in Northern Ireland. The programme will provide over £15million grant support to local fishing interests over the next five years and is designed to deliver benefits to fishermen, processing and aquaculture businesses, port authorities, producer organisations and […]

Anger after break-in at home of elderly man in Newry

Sinn Féin councillor Liz Kimmins has urged people to remain vigilant and look out for their vulnerable neighbours following a break-in in the Carrivemaclone area. At some stage during the day on Wednesday thieves forced their way into a home in the area and stole a number of items. “I would call on the community […]

Fearon expresses concerns over online grooming figures

Sinn Féin MLA Megan Fearon has called on young people to speak out if they have any concerns over online grooming. The Executive Office Junior Minister was speaking after new figures released by the NSPCC showed an increase in calls to Childline about online grooming. “News that more than 160 children in the north phoned […]

Newry man launches new platform for online fundraising

The digital revolution has made it easier than ever before for the public to give and charities to receive. Now the next stage in online fundraising technology is launching from Ireland. Merging the buy and sell elements of modern marketplace sites with the traditional donation technology of fundraising sites, Jumble Fund is an innovative new […]

New taxi legislation to be enforced from 1st October

Infrastructure Minister Chris Hazzard has confirmed that the legislation requiring taxis to have an approved meter and printer installed will be enforced from the 1st October. Speaking to Newry Times, Minister Hazzard said, “In the past few months, I have engaged directly with the taxi industry and while it is regrettable that some drivers and […]

Letters to the Editor, ‘Border communities battle Brexit’

Dear Editor, Border Communities Against Brexit is a group of people from all sectors – business, community, farming, and individuals, who have come together out of concern that the North’s remain vote will not be respected. We are deeply concerned about the devastating impact that Brexit will have on this region and we want to […]

‘Border poll a distraction from more pressing issues’ – Kennedy

Ulster Unionist MLA Danny Kennedy has described calls for a border poll as a distraction from more pressing issues. Danny Kennedy, who represents Newry & Armagh, said, “Sinn Féin cite the 1998 Belfast Agreement as the means for a border poll, but the legislation is clear – the Secretary of State can only call a […]







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