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This week, we launched the Frontier Workers Case Studies Resource.
This resource aims to helps navigate the complex landscape of rights for frontier workers and their families after the UK’s exit from the EU and is comprised of six case studies based on common situations frontier workers and their families find themselves in.
Want to know more? Visit nihrc.org/our-work/brexit/fr… learn about frontier workers and their rights.
Read our press statement here: nihrc.org/news/detail/fronti…
ALT An image of five people standing in front of a building smiling. They are, left to right: Alyson Kilpatrick, Dr Ivanka Antova, Dr Sylvia de Mars, Annmarie O’Kane, Aisling Doran and Manus Reid. They are holding a copy of the Frontier workers case studies booklet.
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EBR celebrating 50 years of successful Cross Border Co-operation!
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Economy Minister Dr @CArchibald_SF has expressed disappointment after the British Government doubles down on refusal to exempt @CoDerryAirport to Dublin Airport air service from Air Passenger Duty (APD).
Read more ➡️ economy-ni.gov.uk/news/archi…
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Very interesting morning so far at @CCBSCrossBorder 'Creating, strengthening and retaining talent on the island of Ireland'.
Lots of thoughtful, necessary discussion on cross-border student mobility.
@NDIrishStudies
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Full House for the first panel at the @CCBSCrossBorder annual conference - creating and sustaining talent. #ccbcconf - this panel supported by @DCU @QUBPolicy
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Looking forward to the conversations on cross-border talent at the Centre for Cross Border Cooperation annual conference @CCBSCrossBorder
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Cruise ship tourism, described as "invaluable" for the north west economy, is set to expand in 2027. bbc.in/4r6Wjd7
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Excellent overview by @FactCheckNI of party positions on reform of the NI Executive and Assembly. @CCBSCrossBorder set out recommendations in its 2025 submission to Assembly Executive Reform Committee (crossborder.ie/reports/submi…), and appearing b4 Committee (crossborder.ie/news/assembly…)
🏛️ Politicians are returning to Stormont after the summer break - but could change be coming to Stormont itself?
With another Assembly election on the horizon, we look at what the main parties are saying about reform, where they agree; and where they don’t
Link below👇
#Stormont #NIpolitics #NorthernIreland #FactCheckNI
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A new programme designed to improve digital skills, promote inclusion and drive innovation across the ABC Borough is set to empower communities by increasing digital awareness and supporting pathways into digital careers.
Find out more here: 👉 orlo.uk/XMZAQ
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Ciarán McMenamin's 'Skin Town' (aka Enniskillen) wins TOP Prize at Edinburgh International Film Festival! 🥳
Congratulations on doing Enniskillen & Fermanagh proud, Ciarán!
screendaily.com/news/skintow…
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Glad to see this strong, evolving cooperation. Mutual need, mutual interest and mutual benefit for people from all backgrounds and identities requiring policing. Well done @PoliceServiceNI @ChiefConPSNI @gardainfo
@CCBSCrossBorder
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A range of community-led initiatives from across Northern Ireland and the border counties of Ireland have been awarded a combined total of €742,927 in funding under the PEACEPLUS Change Maker Programme, supporting projects that bring people together, strengthen relationships and promote understanding through cross-community and cross-border engagement.
The projects include Barn Owls Across Borders (lead partner - West Fermanagh Farmers Limited), Youth Voice Leadership & Inclusion Programme (lead partner - Ulster Camogie), Border Goals (lead partner - Drumlin Youths Football Club), The Big Book (lead partner - Associated Photojournalism for Art & Culture) and Unity in Diversity (lead partner - Clooney Estate Residents Association).
Read more here: seupb.eu/latest/news/support…
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The next online NERI seminar will take place on 16 Sept at 15:30 where Enda Keenan, @centralbank_ie will present on 'The Irish Labour Market: Recent developments & future growth'. Chaired by @ciarannugent Details & registration - nerinstitute.net/events/2026…
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🔦 Event Spotlight: The @CCBSCrossBorder 2026 Annual Conference explores talent, skills & cross-border opportunities shaping the island economy.
📅 Thurs, 17 Sept 2026
🎟️ Register now: crossborder.ie/conferences/2…
#CCBCConf
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Businesses and employees are facing barriers to hiring staff and work across the All-Island economy.
With our economy worth £14.6 billion annually, this is damaging firms, labour market and economic growth.
@ibec_irl and the CBI today publish its labour mobility report 1/1
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Dear Hilary,
Both personally and on behalf of @CCBSCrossBorder, I'd like to thank you for all your generous engagement with us, including when you spoke at our 25th Anniversary Conference in 2024. I'm sure you'll still have an interest in Northern Ireland, and we wish you well.
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Confirmed: €93,707 PEACEPLUS Change Maker funding awarded
Recipient: Dundalk Institute of Technology – Wear Her Story
Purpose: A cross border creative arts project supporting young women aged 16–25 to develop skills in digital technologies, fashion and design. Drawing on shared textile and fashion heritage, participants engage in learning, collaboration and cultural exchange, culminating in a showcase of their creative work.
Find out more: seupb.eu/peaceplus/change-ma…
@pobal @cooperationirl @east_border @ruralaction_ni
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APPLICATIONS FOR THE KAVANAGH FELLOWSHIP 2026 Closes 31st July
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I’m at the British-Irish Council Summit in Guernsey.
Today we discuss a priority for this Government, and our nearest neighbours; supporting families for healthy and happy childhoods.
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🎉 Strabane has been shortlisted to bid for the prestigious UK Town of Culture 2028 title!
A fantastic recognition of our vibrant culture, creativity and community spirit. Congratulations to everyone involved. 👏
Congratulations to Strabane, which has been shortlisted for the UK Town of Culture Competition!
The winner will receive a £3 million UK Government grant to use culture to celebrate their town.
gov.uk/government/news/short…
