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Newry, Mourne and Down District Council have held their final Committee meeting in the Council Chamber at Monaghan Row in Newry
The Planning Committee meeting was held a month ago on Wednesday 25 June 2025 but was only announced this week as the final meeting, drawing to a close a significant chapter in the building’s civic history. This marks the beginning of a phased decant from the Council’s long-standing offices in Newry, which is being repurposed to support the expansion of Health Services at Daisy Hill Hospital.
Reflecting on the moment, Council Chairperson Councillor Philip Campbell said, “This meeting symbolises the end of an era for our Council and the start of an important transition. The Monaghan Row offices have served us well, but it is clear that modern, flexible and accessible accommodation in Newry, is now essential to deliver a wide range of modern services to our residents into the future.”
The Council continues to operate it’s Downshire Civic Centre in Downpatrick, ensuring accessible services are maintained across the district.
The Council statement added "while arrangements are in place to ensure continuity of service in the Newry area, the Council remains focused on moving forward with delivering the long-term civic solution that supports improved ways of working, increased collaboration and more accessible public services."
