South Down Alliance 26/27

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07/06/2026

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πŸŒŸπŸ’™ Volunteer Week Spotlight – David Beckett πŸ’™πŸŒŸ

Today we are delighted to shine a spotlight on one of the people who helps keep Life Change Changes Lives moving forward behind the scenes and on the front line – our Director, Treasurer, Volunteer Coordinator, charity shop volunteer, and all-round team player, **David Beckett**.

David wears many hats within LCCL and is always willing to roll up his sleeves and provide hands-on support wherever it is needed. Whether it's coordinating volunteers, supporting our charity shop, helping with governance and finances, assisting participants, or simply lending a listening ear, David is always there to help.

When we asked David why he volunteers with LCCL, he said:

*"I came in on the invitation of Volunteer Now 13 years ago to visit LCCL, as they told me it might be of interest to me, having spent my life working with the public and other charities. I could see, even back then in the early years, the work you were doing and I wanted to be part of it. I enjoy my hours spent here and getting to know all of the participants, staff, volunteers and customers."*

Over the last 13 years, David has become an invaluable part of the LCCL family. His commitment, experience, wisdom and willingness to help wherever needed have supported the organisation through many stages of growth and development.

What many people don't see is the countless hours David gives quietly behind the scenes, helping ensure that the organisation remains strong, sustainable and welcoming for everyone who walks through our doors.

From all of us at Life Change Changes Lives, thank you David for your dedication, friendship, hard work and unwavering support over the past 13 years.

We are incredibly fortunate to have you as part of our team. πŸ’™

23/05/2026

So after all the excitement of yesterday πŸ‘‘
last night was consultation No 2 for Newcastle Leisure Centre.

As usual it's coming down to take this and that or lose it all.

We shouldn't have to take 2nd best.

A 'something' at the back of the centre. ❓️

A refurbished existing historical centre βœ…οΈ No arguments there!

Or nothing ❌️

Still have no idea where money will come from. πŸ€·β€β™€οΈ

On offer is a 3 lane /20m pool.
I fully expect the next consultation to produce a 4 Lane/ 25m pool and everyone cheers. πŸ‘

Done deal 🀝

Parking still not there but of course there are ways round that. Existing Castle Park, Donard Park, promise of a Park n Ride etc. πŸš— Still not happy with the parking as it's a square peg in a round hole.

Have your say. Contact any public rep via email, keep responses and/or email council, ask for receipt.
[email protected]

πŸŠβ€β™‚οΈ πŸ‘™ πŸŠβ€β™‚οΈ πŸ‘™ πŸŠβ€β™€οΈ πŸ‘™ πŸŠβ€β™‚οΈ

These are your rates, which have heated the Tropicana since 1987. There are better ways to spend them.
Is this better?

23/05/2026

Cost concerns have been raised due to the need for staff, showers and changing rooms outside of the more popular summer period

23/05/2026

The Mournes and Murlough NNR on a bank holiday weekend. Sunshine, fresh air, mountain views and hundreds of people all trying to park at the same time. β›°οΈβ˜€οΈ

If you’re heading into the mountains or reserve this weekend, help us keep this landscape looking and feeling like the special place people come here for in the first place.

Take your litter home. Stick to paths where possible. Close gates behind you. Respect wildlife, farmland and the people who live and work here year-round.

If you see fire-setting or signs of fire in the countryside, call 999 immediately.

Leave the only trace being slightly sore legs tomorrow.

πŸ“ΈTNI

23/05/2026

Today South Down neighbourhood team deployed one of our new mobile SID's (Speed Indication Device) in Bryansford.
This followed complaints from local residents about the speed of vehicles through the village.
The mobile SID's will be deployed across the District in identified areas of concern.

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Market Lane Downpatrick
Downpatrick

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Monday 10am - 4pm
Tuesday 10am - 4pm
Wednesday 10am - 4pm
Thursday 10am - 4pm
Friday 10am - 4pm

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