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20/09/2022
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NI Secretary Expected To Meet Stormont Parties
New Northern Ireland Secretary Chris Heaton-Harris is due to meet with Stormont parties during a visit to NI today, Tuesday 20 September.
According to reports, Mr Heaton-Harris was criticised following his last meeting when he only met with the DUP and Sinn Féin and it is expected that he will meet with the other parties today.
Mr Heaton-Harris replaced Shailesh Vara as secretary of state on 6 September as part of Liz Truss's new cabinet.
Gildernew Expresses Condolences On Passing Of John McAnespie
Sinn Féin MP Michelle Gildernew has expressed condolences following the death of John McAnespie.
The Fermanagh & South Tyrone MP said: "I'm deeply saddened to learn that John McAnespie has died.
"My immediate thoughts are with his family and friends at this sad and difficult time.
"John McAnespie dedicated his life to campaigning for truth and justice for his son Aidan who was shot dead by the British Army in Aughnacloy in 1988. He never gave up.
"He was an inspirational, quiet and dignified man with a huge love for his community and local club Aghaloo GAA.
"I offer sincere condolences on behalf of Sinn Féin. He will be missed by all. Ar dheis Dé go raibh a anam."
New People's Park Skate Park Officially Opened
Mid and East Antrim Borough Council has announced the official opening of a new skate park in Ballymena's People's Park.
The design has created a unique layout that has interlinking features and multi directional items to ensure that as the rider becomes more proficient, new challenges will become available - including transfers, gaps and carve lines.
The skate park has three distinct areas - firstly the 'street section' with low level equipment re-creating urban architecture, where riders can practice technical tricks. Secondly, the faster paced 'ramp section' with a jump box where riders can practice getting air, and thirdly the mini section featuring bowl elements where riders can practice their transition skills.
The design caters for all of the main disciplines of wheeled sport such as skateboard, BMX, scooter and inline, along with disabled access requirements.
The facility is suitable for all age and skill levels. Inherent within the design is activities and access for young people regardless of their perceived ability, featuring a mix of street and transition elements with suitable flow between areas.
Mayor of Mid and East Antrim Borough Council, Alderman Noel Williams said: "It is fantastic to see the opening of the Skate Park at People's Park which provides a challenge for skaters of all abilities.
"There is great interest in this facility and I know it will be bring visitors to Ballymena from across Northern Ireland.
"To mark its opening an exciting event is planned for Saturday 24 September to officially launch and celebrate this fantastic facility in our Borough."
Haffey's Sports Grounds have completed this project. The handover of the Skate Park to Council took place on Friday 9 September with an official opening event planned for Saturday 24 September.
New Northern Ireland Secretary Chris Heaton-Harris is due to meet with Stormont parties during a visit to NI today, Tuesday 20 September.
According to reports, Mr Heaton-Harris was criticised following his last meeting when he only met with the DUP and Sinn Féin and it is expected that he will meet with the other parties today.
Mr Heaton-Harris replaced Shailesh Vara as secretary of state on 6 September as part of Liz Truss's new cabinet.
Gildernew Expresses Condolences On Passing Of John McAnespie
Sinn Féin MP Michelle Gildernew has expressed condolences following the death of John McAnespie.
The Fermanagh & South Tyrone MP said: "I'm deeply saddened to learn that John McAnespie has died.
"My immediate thoughts are with his family and friends at this sad and difficult time.
"John McAnespie dedicated his life to campaigning for truth and justice for his son Aidan who was shot dead by the British Army in Aughnacloy in 1988. He never gave up.
"He was an inspirational, quiet and dignified man with a huge love for his community and local club Aghaloo GAA.
"I offer sincere condolences on behalf of Sinn Féin. He will be missed by all. Ar dheis Dé go raibh a anam."
New People's Park Skate Park Officially Opened
Mid and East Antrim Borough Council has announced the official opening of a new skate park in Ballymena's People's Park.
The design has created a unique layout that has interlinking features and multi directional items to ensure that as the rider becomes more proficient, new challenges will become available - including transfers, gaps and carve lines.
The skate park has three distinct areas - firstly the 'street section' with low level equipment re-creating urban architecture, where riders can practice technical tricks. Secondly, the faster paced 'ramp section' with a jump box where riders can practice getting air, and thirdly the mini section featuring bowl elements where riders can practice their transition skills.
The design caters for all of the main disciplines of wheeled sport such as skateboard, BMX, scooter and inline, along with disabled access requirements.
The facility is suitable for all age and skill levels. Inherent within the design is activities and access for young people regardless of their perceived ability, featuring a mix of street and transition elements with suitable flow between areas.
Mayor of Mid and East Antrim Borough Council, Alderman Noel Williams said: "It is fantastic to see the opening of the Skate Park at People's Park which provides a challenge for skaters of all abilities.
"There is great interest in this facility and I know it will be bring visitors to Ballymena from across Northern Ireland.
"To mark its opening an exciting event is planned for Saturday 24 September to officially launch and celebrate this fantastic facility in our Borough."
Haffey's Sports Grounds have completed this project. The handover of the Skate Park to Council took place on Friday 9 September with an official opening event planned for Saturday 24 September.
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