Archive for December, 2008

MP welcomes £1.2 Million for Kilkeel Centre Upgrade

Eddie McGrady MP has welcomed the announcement of a scheme my Minister Margaret Ritchie for the £1.2 million upgrade of Newry Street, Newcastle Street, Bridge Street and Greencastle Street, Kilkeel.
The MP Said;
“This investment will be great boost for the community of Mourne and business owners in Kilkeel. Over the years private businesses and community [...]

MP says Government decision to retain Post Office Card Accounts is a victory for the Community

Today’s statement in the House of Commons that the Government will retain Post Office Card accounts is a victory for the entire community. Over the past few months I received hundreds of representations from my constituents calling for the Post Office Card Accounts to remain.
I had lobbied the Government to keep this much-utilised service in [...]

MP concerned for Statutory Care in the Mourne Area

The proposal by the Southern Health Board to close Slieve Roe House is yet another blow to the community as a result of the Comprehensive Spending Review, which is removing our front line services.
Slieve Roe House provides vital residential, day and respite care to many families in the Mourne area, and I am sure there [...]