Archive for December, 2009

CUT IN FISHING QUOTAS WILL COST JOBS

SDLP South Down MP Eddie McGrady speaking in the House of Commons (Tuesday 1st December) warned that fishing quota cuts and restrictions imposed by Europe could cost jobs in Northern Ireland.
 
Speaking during the annual fisheries debate in Westminster Mr McGrady said it was time the Northern Ireland fishing industry had a robust and representative voice [...]

MP welcomes New Down High Planning Approval

Speaking on receiving the news the MP said;
 
“After many months of meetings and talks I am very pleased we have now received planning permission for the New Down High School. The speedy conclusion to this application, which I was assured would be the case by Planning Service from the outset, would not have been possible [...]

MP welcomes progress for Mourne Hospital Site

South Down MP Eddie McGrady has welcomed the progress in providing a social housing scheme at the former Mourne Hospital Site.
 
Mr McGrady stated, “I have made representations to Housing Executive Headquarters and understand that a 12 unit supported housing scheme for the elderly has been identified for the site. In addition, the Housing Executive is [...]