125 New Social Houses in the next 12 months for South Down
Confirmation has been received from the Minister for Social Development Margaret Ritchie that 125 New social housing units are planned for South Down in the next 12 months. These new homes will be spread throughout the constituency and will provide housing for families, the [...]

McGrady Demands Community Police Scheme to tackle anti-social low level crime
MP calls for Community Police scheme on behalf of the community
Speaking during Northern Ireland Question Time the MP for South Down Eddie McGrady demanded that funding be provided for the implementation of Police Community Support Officers. The MP said:
“At a time when the community increasingly [...]

Eddie McGrady Attends Fisheries Meeting with Minister
 
Speaking after attending the Meeting with the DARD Minister along with the Tri-Council Fisheries Group the MP for the area said;
 
“The various and complex issues raised at the meeting highlight again the power of Europe over our local fishing industry and the importance of effective representation in Europe by [...]