Banbridge Job Fair

Carla Lockhart MP • February 27, 2024

Upper Bann MP, Carla Lockhart has hailed the Banbridge Job Fair a huge success. The MP attended to engage with businesses in attendance and the services available to help people get a job. Over 200 jobs were available with well over 100 companies in attendance.

Speaking following the event Carla Lockhart said, “the job fair was huge success with many people streaming in to engage with the businesses in attendance. There were businesses from many different industries including public sector, engineering, hospitality, care, retail, tourism and healthcare. There was a very positive attitude amongst businesses who said that many good leads had been established with potential employees.

It is vital that initiatives like this are hosted and that every opportunity is created for businesses to engage with the wealth of talent that exists in the market. It is also a helpful exercise for employees to go along and see what opportunities exist and to get help from the different support services for entering or diversifying in the labour market.

We have an exemplary pool of very capable, and dedicated people. I would commend the local jobs and benefits office for their efforts and encourage them to continue to connect business with people. If anyone would like the list of available positions do not hesitate to get in touch.”

< Older Post

Newer Post >

Upper Bann MP Carla Lockhart expresses bitter disappointment at failure to add MLD to newborn heel-prick screening

By Carla Lockhart MP • January 9, 2026

Upper Bann MP Carla Lockhart has spoken of her bitter disappointment following confirmation that Metachromatic Leukodystrophy (MLD) will not be added to the routine newborn heel-prick screening programme, despite sustained campaigning and evidence that the condition can be treated if identified at birth.

MP welcomes DAERA support for BTV movement testing within control zones

By Carla Lockhart MP • January 8, 2026

Confirmation that DAERA will absorb laboratory costs associated with the mandatory pre-movement testing of animals in the designated Bluetongue Temporary Control Zone, has been welcomed by Carla Lockhart MP.

£2.5m inheritance tax threshold a hard-won concession, but remains insufficient

By Carla Lockhart MP • January 8, 2026

Upper Bann MP Carla Lockhart has described the Labour government’s increased inheritance tax threshold on agricultural and business property relief as a hard-won and welcome concession, but says it remains insufficient.

New Year Message to the People of Upper Bann

By Carla Lockhart MP • January 7, 2026

As we enter a new year, Upper Bann MP Carla Lockhart has reflected on the challenges of the past 12 months while setting out her priorities for 2026, reaffirming her commitment to serving constituents across the area.

Lockhart Shows Support for Morning Buzz Coffee

By Carla Lockhart MP • January 6, 2026

Upper Bann MP Carla Lockhart has welcomed a new local business venture after visiting Morning Buzz Coffee, praising the commitment and initiative behind a one-man operation serving the local community.

Rural Roads Must Be Taken Seriously During Severe Winter Weather

By Carla Lockhart MP • January 6, 2026

Upper Bann MP Carla Lockhart has raised serious concerns about the safety of rural roads during the current spell of severe winter weather, following a recent bus incident at Esky and ongoing engagement with Roads Service officials on gritting arrangements, grit salt availability and the treatment of rural routes across the constituency.

Upper Bann MP Carla Lockhart Raises Serious Concerns Over Delays to Red Flag Breast Appointments

By Carla Lockhart MP • January 6, 2026

Upper Bann MP Carla Lockhart has raised serious concerns over significant delays facing women referred to breast clinics under the “red flag” pathway across Northern Ireland, with waiting times stretching far beyond the 14-day target designed to ensure rapid assessment where breast cancer is suspected.