McGlone: Concern at Proposed Closure of Foyle Hilton Meat Processing Facility in Cookstown

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SDLP MLA for Mid Ulster, Patsy McGlone, has expressed concern at the sudden announcement of the proposed closure of the Foyle Hilton meat processing facility in Cookstown. Mr McGlone said, "The announcement by Foyle Food Group of the proposed closure of the Foyle Hilton meat processing facility in Cookstown by the end of August will … Continue reading McGlone: Concern at Proposed Closure of Foyle Hilton Meat Processing Facility in Cookstown

McGlone Pays Tribute to Civil Rights Giant Following Passing of Ivan Cooper

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SDLP MLA for Mid Ulster, Patsy McGlone, has paid tribute to the life and legacy of Civil Rights giant Ivan Cooper following the sad news of his passing today. The Mid Ulster MLA said that Ivan Cooper’s driving ambition was to deliver civil rights, equality and fairness for people regardless of their background. Mr McGlone … Continue reading McGlone Pays Tribute to Civil Rights Giant Following Passing of Ivan Cooper

Affordable Warmth Scheme Applications Not Being Approved – McGlone Raises Concerns With Departments

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A block has been placed on a home insulation scheme set up to address fuel poverty in the private sector. A delay has been placed by the Department for Communities on the Affordable Warmth Scheme - the scheme was set up to provide home insulation, draught proofing, heating and boiler replacements. The Mid-Ulster MLA, Patsy … Continue reading Affordable Warmth Scheme Applications Not Being Approved – McGlone Raises Concerns With Departments

McGlone urges farm workers to exercise caution as slurry incidents rise

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SDLP Farming Spokesperson Patsy McGlone MLA has urged farm workers to be cautious when working with slurry. The Mid Ulster MLA said, "Everyone working on a farm knows how dangerous slurry can be. It’s so easy to become overwhelmed by fumes, putting yourself and others in danger. "Even experienced farm workers need to exercise extra … Continue reading McGlone urges farm workers to exercise caution as slurry incidents rise

McGlone Welcomes Start of Resurfacing of Killybearn Road

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SDLP MLA for Mid Ulster, Patsy McGlone, has welcomed the announcement of the start of resurfacing work on the Killybearn Road, Cookstown. The £150,000 resurfacing scheme will start on Monday 3 June 2019 and will cover approximately 600 metres of the road from Old Coagh Road to Drumgarrel Road. Mr McGlone said, "Having highlighted the … Continue reading McGlone Welcomes Start of Resurfacing of Killybearn Road

McGlone Congratulates Mid Ulster SDLP on Successful Election

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SDLP MLA for Mid Ulster, Patsy McGlone, has congratulated the successful party candidates who were elected to Mid Ulster Council on May 2. Mr McGlone said, "The SDLP in Mid Ulster had a successful election returning six hard-working councillors to serve their local communities. "Across the board we saw our first preference vote up in … Continue reading McGlone Congratulates Mid Ulster SDLP on Successful Election

McGlone Welcomes Progress on New-build Mental Health Facility at Antrim

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SDLP MLA for Mid Ulster, Patsy McGlone, has welcomed progress on the development of a new-build mental health facility at the Antrim Area site. In a recent email to the Mid Ulster MLA, the Permanent Secretary for the Department of Health, Richard Pengelly, confirmed that the Northern Health and Social Care Trust (NHSCT) proposal for … Continue reading McGlone Welcomes Progress on New-build Mental Health Facility at Antrim

McGlone leads delegation to meet DAERA Permanent Secretary

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SDLP Spokesperson for Agriculture Patsy McGlone MLA and Fianna Fáil Spokesperson on Agriculture, Food & The Marine Charlie McConalogue TD led a delegation this week to meet the Permanent Secretary of the Department of Agriculture, Environment and Rural Affairs to raise concerns about the implications of Brexit on the Agri-food sector. The MLA for Mid … Continue reading McGlone leads delegation to meet DAERA Permanent Secretary