McGlone Leads SDLP in All-Ireland Meeting with Farming Groups

SDLP MLA for Mid Ulster, Patsy McGlone, met with representatives of NIAPA and the Ulster Farmers Union in Maghera last week to discuss a range of important agriculture and agri-food issues. The SDLP Agriculture Spokesman, along with his party colleague, Mid Ulster Council Chair, Martin Kearney, was joined by Charlie McConalogue TD of Fianna Fáil, … Continue reading McGlone Leads SDLP in All-Ireland Meeting with Farming Groups

Mid Ulster SDLP Congratulate Department for Infrastructure on Opening of A6

SDLP MLA for Mid Ulster, Patsy McGlone, has congratulated the Department for Infrastructure on the opening of the first phase of the new A6 dual carriageway. The Mid Ulster MLA together with party colleagues, Mid Ulster Council Chair, Martin Kearney, and Cllrs Christine McFlynn and Noreen McClelland, met with Department for Infrastructure Permanent Secretary, Katrina … Continue reading Mid Ulster SDLP Congratulate Department for Infrastructure on Opening of A6

McGlone Highlights Freeview Service Problems

SDLP MLA for Mid Ulster, Patsy McGlone, has said that a significant number of his constituents have experienced problems with their Freeview digital TV service following recent changes to the way some channels are broadcast. Mr McGlone said, "A significant number of constituents have contacted my office having experienced problems with their Freeview digital TV … Continue reading McGlone Highlights Freeview Service Problems

McGlone: Britain Must Seek Further Extension to Brexit Deadline

SDLP MLA for Mid Ulster, Patsy McGlone, has said that the British Government must seek a further extension to the deadline for leaving the EU. The SDLP Spokesperson on Agriculture was speaking as the British Prime Minister Boris Johnson is reportedly set on trying to ignore the law forcing him to seek an extension to … Continue reading McGlone: Britain Must Seek Further Extension to Brexit Deadline

McGlone Calls for Improved Road Safety Measures on Aughrim Road

SDLP MLA for Mid Ulster, Patsy McGlone, has called for the introduction of road safety measures on the Aughrim Road to deal with increased traffic following the opening of the first phase of the new A6 dual carriageway from Randalstown to Toome. The Mid Ulster MLA has written to the Department for Infrastructure about the … Continue reading McGlone Calls for Improved Road Safety Measures on Aughrim Road

McGlone Meets Department for the Economy Officials on Project Stratum

SDLP MLA for Mid Ulster, Patsy McGlone, has met with Colin Lewis, Deputy Permanent Secretary of the Department for the Economy to discuss the implementation of Project Stratum and improvements in accessibility to broadband provision in rural areas. The Mid Ulster MLA met with the Deputy Permanent Secretary at the Department’s headquarters in Netherleigh, Belfast. … Continue reading McGlone Meets Department for the Economy Officials on Project Stratum

McGlone: Concerns over Impact of proposed EU-Mercosur Deal on Farming and Environment

SDLP MLA for Mid Ulster, Patsy McGlone, has said there is growing concern over the potential impact of the proposed EU-Mercosur trade deal will have on local farmers and the environment. The SDLP party spokesperson on farming and agriculture was speaking after the Irish Minister for Agriculture, Michael Creed, faced questions in the Dáil about … Continue reading McGlone: Concerns over Impact of proposed EU-Mercosur Deal on Farming and Environment

SDLP seeks DVA Meeting over MOT Fiasco

SDLP MLA for Mid Ulster, Patsy McGlone, has said the long waiting times for MOT appointments currently experienced by motorists is unacceptable. The party is seeking an urgent meeting with the Driver and Vehicle Agency (DVA) to resolve the issue. Mr McGlone said, "The SDLP have requested an urgent meeting with DVA to put an … Continue reading SDLP seeks DVA Meeting over MOT Fiasco