UpperBann SinnFéin

Nollaig Shona Daoibh 🎅🎄

Today we remember with great pride Óglach Sean ‘Maxi’ Mcilvenna who was killed on active service 17th December 1984.

Today we also with pride Óglach Charles Agnew who died on December 17th 1971.

Fuair siad bás ar son saoirse na hÉireann

In Lurgan this evening standing in solidarity with the people of Palestine .

Thousands of men, women and children are dead and injured in Gaza, homes destroyed and families torn apart as a direct result of the actions of Israeli military.

There must be a ceasefire now.

Now is the time for peace, dialogue, freedom and the establishment of a viable Palestinian state.

Comhghairdeas leat, a Daniel! Maith thú! 🏊🏻‍♂️

It is with great sadness we learn of the passing of our dear friend and comrade Patsy Fegan beloved husband of Jean (Queenie).

The members of Upper Bann Sinn Féin pass on our deepest condolences to Queenie and the entire Fegan family at this sad time.

Ar dheis Dé go raibh a anam

The findings of the newly-published employers for childcare survey have highlighted the difficulties faced by parents and families who are struggling to meet childcare costs.

The DUP's boycott continues to stall the delivery of a new childcare strategy which would support children, families and providers.

The time to restore the Executive is now!

Ádh Mór to Clann Éireann Ladies

Folks can we ask anyone attending the game on Sunday, that if possible to walk to the pitch to ease congestion on the North Circular Road.

For anyone in need of support, ABC Council has a Community Advice Service.

📱 0330 135 9733

Ireland has lost one of its greatest and most beloved musical icons.

Shane MacGowan was a poet, dreamer and social justice champion. He was a republican and a proud Irish man.

Nobody told the Irish story like shane. He sang to us of dreams and captured stories of emigration, heartache, love and joy.

He found the words and songs to illuminate the rawness of romance and torment, light and shade, despair and hope.

Shane understood the sorrowful and joyful beauty of real life. His genius was that he knew the power of scars, the humanity in falling down. The bravery of getting back up.

Quite simply, he was one of the greatest songwriters of his generation. His music and his poetry will live forever.

My thoughs are with his wife, Victoria, his family and all who loved him. Ar dheis Dé go raibh a hanam dílis.

'Still, there's a light I hold before me. You're the measure of my dreams..’

Today we remember with great pride Óglach Michael Crossey who died on active service November 22nd 1971

Fuair said bás ar son saoirse na hÉireann

Best wishes to James McClean on his retirement from international football, following an amazing career with over 100 caps.

James has made history as one of the most capped Irish Internationals of all time, and has brought so much joy to homes across the island during his many years in the green jersey.

A tremendous servant to Irish football and the city of Derry. Ádh mór James, Erin and all the family for the future! 👏🏻

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Today we remember with great pride

Óglach Gervase Mckerr
Óglach Eugene Toman
Óglach Sean Burns

Fuair said bás ar son saoirse na hÉireann.

We stand in solidarity with their families in their pursuit for justice and truth.

Sinn Féin MLA John O'Dowd has said news that there will be delays in the cervical smear review by the Southern Trust will be devastating for women.

Speaking after hearing the news that the Belfast Trust have had their cytology services temporarily suspended the Upper Bann spokesperson said:

“This news will be devastating for the 17500 women in the Southern Trust awaiting a review of their smear.

“Sinn Féin has asked for an urgent update from the Health Department on the reason for the suspension of services in the Belfast Trust.
“This must be addressed urgently as it is becoming very clear that services for women’s Health across the North is not for purpose.

“HPV testing is due to begin in December, this is the most modern and accurate method of testing for cervical cancer, and should have been in place long ago, however we need reassurance that this will happen, and that all Health Trusts can do this safely.

“We need the Assembly restored now and all parties working together to ensure this is delivered. We also need an Executive restored to deliver a women’s health strategy which begins to address health inequalities facing women today.”

Flooding Information

Below is some useful contact numbers and
don’t hesitate to contact the page or any local representatives if you require any assistance.

Homes and Businesses have been impacted by flooding over recent days.

Information on business and domestic support can be found via the links below.
https://www.armaghbanbridgecraigavon.gov.uk/servicedisruption/

https://www.communities-ni.gov.uk/articles/flooding-scheme

Flooding - Charlestown Road.

Please avoid the Charlestown Road (from the section nearest the Palms) as it is impassable.

The Palms itself can be used as an alternative route.

I have reported & it will be dealt with as soon as possible. Services under pressure this morn with overnight flooding.

⚠️Weather warnings are in place over the next few days, below is some useful numbers ⚠️

Armagh City, Banbridge and Craigavon Borough Council is providing community and voluntary groups and organisations with the opportunity to avail of their free GrantFinder service.

GrantFinder is a leading grants database which includes details of numerous funding sources, primarily for community & voluntary organisations, providing the opportunity to benefit from a vast array of potential funding sources that groups may not have previously been aware of.

If you have a revenue or small capital (e.g. equipment, minor works) project, Council officers are offering to undertake searches on behalf of your group or organisation allowing them to provide a tailored report detailing funding opportunities specific to the requirements and needs of your group or organisation.

If you are interested in availing of the GrantFinder service or would like further information on how this could benefit your group or organisation please email [email protected]

A fun day to be had by all on Saturday, so please come along & join in

£20M New Rail Station Planning Application Welcomed - O’Dowd

My name is John O’Dowd I´m a MLA in Ireland. I’m appalled by the silence regarding the war crimes committed by the Israeli government.

I, and many with me, demand a ceasefire, open humanitarian corridors. Facilitate for water, food and medicine to Gaza now!