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Mr Cathal Austin, Centre Manager at The Quays Shopping Centre in Newry was elected as President of Newry Chamber of Commerce and Trade at its Annual General Meeting on Tuesday 29th November in the Bellini’s, Newry.
The election of the Office Bearers and Executive Committee was presided over by Mr Art Magennis MBE. Ms Deborah King, Mr Declan McChesney, Mr Peter Conway and Mr Aidan Malone, were elected for the following positions respectively, First Vice President; Second Vice President; Honorary Secretary and Honorary Treasurer.
In his acceptance speech, President Cathal Austin stated, ‘it is an honour and privilege to be elected as President of such a dynamic, pro-active and highly respected strategic lobbying and networking organisation’.
‘The next 12 months will have a significant long term bearing on the Greater Newry Area. Newry Chamber will do all that it can to help local businesses to get through these challenging times.
‘Newry Chamber seeks to represent the interests of its members and the wider community at a local, regional and national Government level. In this difficult trading environment, it has become increasingly important for local businesses to have a strong pro-active Chamber fighting for their interests and those of the Newry area. Newry Chamber has been the voice of the local business community since 1893. I, along with the newly elected team of Office Bearers and Chamber Executive Committee will strive to continue this good work over the next 12 months and beyond’.
President Cathal Austin added, ‘Newry Chamber will continue to support its members and provide value added services to all. Chamber Officials led by Chief Executive, Orla Jackson, will continue to work in partnership with other organisations to provide members with services and resources which will help their businesses to grow and flourish’.
President Cathal Austin thanked the outgoing President, Dr Conor Patterson, outgoing Treasurer, Mr Stephen Kearney and outgoing Honorary Secretary, Michael Downey for all the hard work, dedication and commitment they have given to the Chamber during their time in office.
President Cathal Austin, thanked the current Executive members and office staff for their continued support and stated that he looked forward to a busy year ahead at the helm of Newry Chamber of Commerce & Trade.
