MP Supports Public Meeting Against Ballynahinch Library Closure

 Speaking to the large crowd who attended Wednesday night meeting the MP for South Down Eddie McGrady said;
 
“This proposal to close the font line service provided by Ballynahinch Library is one of many cost cutting exercises facing our community. While we accept that savings must be made, we cannot accept that frontline services and library’s [...]

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Democracy at Work in Blackwater College

Speaking to the pupils of Blackwater College as they voted for their new School Council the MP for the area said;
 
“It is very encouraging to see you all so enthusiastic about using your vote and the power you have to choose your new School Council. This is the first time that you will experience the [...]

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Minister’s Response on Ballynahinch Library HQ Disappointing

Following representations to the Minister for Culture Arts and Leisure regarding the proposed closure of Ballynahinch Library I am disappointed at the Minister’s failure to engage in the debate or acknowledge the very serious implications for local jobs, services and the local studies and history section, if Ballynahinch Library HQ is closed.
 
In his response to [...]

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