Ards & North Down Backs Ruby’s Law to Protect Pets and People from Domestic Abuse
November 15, 2025
Ards and North Down Borough Council is the first in Northern Ireland to support Ruby’s Law, a vital legal reform to protect companion animals in homes affected by domestic abuse. The motion, proposed by...
Read MoreNorth Down Councillors blast DUP and UUP over climate hypocracy
October 31, 2025
The recent Ards & North Down Borough Council decision, backed by the DUP and Ulster Unionists, to approve the Climate Action Plan but simultaneously call for a review of legally binding climate targets, reveals...
Read MoreCllr Flynn calls for Fireworks Law Review after tragic animal death
October 31, 2025
Cllr Anthony Flynn said “This morning I was shown deeply distressing footage of a family dog suffering an anxiety-induced stroke after being terrified by fireworks set off near their home. Despite the best efforts...
Read MoreGreen Councillor Calls for Native Replanting and Community Involvement After Tree Loss in Holywood
October 24, 2025
Green Party Councillor Lauren Kendall has called for action to restore and enhance the natural environment along the King John's Walk, following the recent felling of several mature trees. “This path is a valued...
Read MoreLeisure outsourcing "shortsighted" - Green Party AND Councillors
September 19, 2025
We are deeply disappointed that, despite a close vote, the DUP and UUP have chosen to maintain the current two-tier leisure model - keeping Ards leisure services in-house while outsourcing those in North Down.While...
Read MoreUK Green Parties demand BBC withdraw from Eurovision coverage if Israeli state broadcaster participates
September 12, 2025
For immediate release The Green Parties across the UK, the Scottish Greens, the Green Party of Northern Ireland, the Green Party of England and Wales, and the Welsh Green Party have today issued a...
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