Newry, Mourne and Down District Council to Address Planning Backlog 22 October 2026 Newry, Mourne and Down District Council is introducing a pilot project designed to address the backlog and planning application processing times. The 12-month initiative aims to deliver a more efficient development management service, to improve processing times and reduce...

World Textiles Cultural Programme Launched at Down County Museum 22 October 2026 The Down County Museum in Downpatrick was the venue for the launch of an immersive World Textiles Cultural Programme made possible by PEACEPLUS funding secured by Newry, Mourne and Down District Council. Launched in partnership with diversity and inclusion training...

Community Groups Invited to Explore New Funding Opportunities 21 October 2026 Community groups, voluntary organisations and social enterprises from across Newry, Mourne and Down District Council’s Mournes, Downpatrick, Rowallane and Slieve Croob District Electoral Areas (DEAs) are being encouraged to attend a Funding Fair this November. The...

Youth Wellbeing Events Spark Discussion on Community Challenges 21 October 2026 Young people from across the district recently attended youth wellbeing events at the Canal Court Hotel in Newry and the Millbrook Lodge Hotel in Ballynahinch, engaging in important discussions on issues affecting their lives and communities. The events brought together...