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Cllr Gary McKeown

@garymckeown

10 months

I hope everyone has a happy, healthy and inclusive celebration.

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@garymckeown

1 year

Nothing says 'Welcome to Belfast' better than the stain-ridden carpet of Belfast International Airport. Apart from maybe the Soviet-style arrivals corridor (despite the fact we didn't have a Soviet era) or the security overkill.

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2 years

Ever wondered how Sammy the Seal manages to get upstream in the River Lagan? Here's your answer – check out this feat of flippering at Stranmillis Weir beside the new bridge! 🌊🦭

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Cllr Gary McKeown

@garymckeown

4 years

This is what we should be doing in Belfast instead of tearing down modest but characterful buildings in the name of 'progress'. It's not just the Ulster Halls or Lanyon Buildings that deserve preservation and restoration.

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4 years

Before or after? Superb restoration by @dubcivictrust of terraced house at #18OrmondQuayUpper . Not just conserved but also returned to its original 1843 appearance. 😊

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Cllr Gary McKeown

@garymckeown

3 months

Disgusted that the bilingual street sign on Haypark Avenue has been vandalised – again. This time broken into pieces. Imagine the effort that went into doing this by someone just because they have no respect for their neighbours or their community.

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Cllr Gary McKeown

@garymckeown

3 months

Thanks to council officers and contractors for getting the new sign installed so quickly. Maith sibh 👏🏻

Cllr Gary McKeown

@garymckeown

3 months

Disgusted that the bilingual street sign on Haypark Avenue has been vandalised – again. This time broken into pieces. Imagine the effort that went into doing this by someone just because they have no respect for their neighbours or their community.

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Cllr Gary McKeown

@garymckeown

6 months

Council has agreed to my proposal to write to the Department of Foreign Affairs asking that locations from this part of the island be included in the next Irish passport. The current one only features scenes from the Republic, so it's important to showcase the north-east too.

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Cllr Gary McKeown

@garymckeown

4 years

If you're thinking of coming down to the Holyland, Lower Ormeau or Wider University Area to party on St Patrick's Day, 𝗗𝗢𝗡'𝗧. Stay down home, spend some time with your family, and tell your friends to do the same. You should hear a pin drop on Agincourt Avenue on Tuesday.

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Cllr Gary McKeown

@garymckeown

2 years

Just witnessed a wheelchair user having to go out onto the main Ormeau Road as their route to the pavement was blocked. It might just be two minutes to grab a coffee or whatever for you, but it could mean inconvenience or danger for someone with a disability or pushing a pram ⚠️

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Cllr Gary McKeown

@garymckeown

1 year

Grafton Street. No cars. It's not exactly struggling. It's time to bring Belfast city centre into the 21st century and make it work for residents, visitors and the environment.

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Cllr Gary McKeown

@garymckeown

5 months

Disgusted that the sculpture by Daniela Balmaverde has been stolen from outside Ormeau Road Library. This artwork is a wonderful feature of the area and is cherished by the local community. It's beyond belief that anyone would do this. I hope it's recovered and returned soon.

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Cllr Gary McKeown

@garymckeown

3 years

Delighted that the Ormeau Road has won the @irish_news High Street of the Year. The road is going from strength-to-strength, with a wide range of shops, cafés and restaurants, and is a major draw for Belfast residents and tourists. Great news and well done to all involved 👏

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Cllr Gary McKeown

@garymckeown

1 year

I had to do a 'disgruntled councillor points at pothole' shot at some point during my term of office, but this one on the Ormeau Road really justifies it! 😲 The Department for Infrastructure has been made aware. Take care if you're travelling up the inside lane ⚠️

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Cllr Gary McKeown

@garymckeown

3 years

*BELFAST BIKES RECORD* March was the biggest month on record for Belfast Bikes, with nearly 29,000 rentals (7,000 more than the next biggest month). I've noticed lots of people using them recently, and look forward to even bigger numbers as more people choose active travel🚶‍♀️🚲

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Cllr Gary McKeown

@garymckeown

2 years

You gotta love the Ormeau Road 😄 PS, if you're missing a rabbit in the area that matches this artist's depiction, here's the number to ring 🐰

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Cllr Gary McKeown

@garymckeown

4 years

Disappointed that the Tribeca plans were passed tonight. I think we all want the best for the city centre – the question is about what constitutes the best. My view is that there are too many downsides, including loss of Writers' Square space and impact on St Anne's Cathedral.

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Cllr Gary McKeown

@garymckeown

1 year

I found nearly 80,000 Metro journeys were late, cancelled or didn't reach their destination over the past year. Thousands of people across Belfast rely on buses to get around the city every day. We need this service to be punctual and dependable.

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Cllr Gary McKeown

@garymckeown

2 years

Delighted my motion to protect Belfast's historic street signs has been passed. I have real concern about the absence of any proper protections to ensure their upkeep, which could put at direct threat this significant part of Belfast’s history and sense of identity.

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Cllr Gary McKeown

@garymckeown

5 years

***BELFAST BIKES BREAKING NEWS*** The installation of the new @BelfastBikes docking station on the Ormeau Road opposite The Vineyard is due to start this week. It'll be up and running ASAP, all being well. Its sister station at Ormeau Park is now the most popular in the city.

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Cllr Gary McKeown

@garymckeown

7 months

Good to see grá for the language in Ballynafeigh, but ridiculous that the Irish wording on the new Haypark Avenue/ Ascaill Pháirc an Fhéir sign has been misspelt. We've made the council aware – it needs to be put right ASAP and immediate steps taken to avoid it happening again.

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Cllr Gary McKeown

@garymckeown

1 year

Thank you so much to every single person who voted for me (all 1,881 of you!) and to my brilliant team on this campaign. We managed to increase our vote in Botanic by nearly 90%, and I'm forever indebted to everyone who has put their trust in me. I'll try my best to deliver.

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Cllr Gary McKeown

@garymckeown

4 years

This week we will propose that council looks at a new alleygating programme that supports residents who have transformed their alleys into community spaces. Coronavirus has forced us all to rethink how we live, so it is essential we support people who are leading the recovery.

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Cllr Gary McKeown

@garymckeown

5 years

Shocked at Britain First bile being distributed today in South Belfast. The Botanic district is one of the most diverse and integrated on the island of Ireland, so let me be quite clear: regardless of your colour, creed or nationality, you are welcome in our community.

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Cllr Gary McKeown

@garymckeown

5 months

Some idiot chopped down a street tree in the dead of the night on the Ormeau Road? Why would anyone do this? We've reported it to the council and asked that it's removed and replaced. Anyone with any information should contact the police.

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Cllr Gary McKeown

@garymckeown

2 years

Bank Buildings in Belfast. Welcome back old friend.

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Cllr Gary McKeown

@garymckeown

2 years

This is uncool – graffiti ruining the artwork on the new bridge in Stranmillis had appeared. I struggle to understand the 'look at me' attention-seeking of those who deface community assets like this. It's not big and it's not clever.

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Cllr Gary McKeown

@garymckeown

8 months

The new artwork by Alana McDowell on the side of @vineyardltd is phenomenal! So much local detail, an Ormeau Road black street sign in the centre, and beautifully bright and colourful. I love it 😍 The more art like this we see in Belfast, the better, and I'll be supporting it.

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Cllr Gary McKeown

@garymckeown

6 months

My motion for legal art walls in Belfast has been passed by council. This will support a new generation of street artists by providing a safe space for them to develop their creative skills and receive mentoring, while also hopefully reducing nuisance graffiti such as tagging.

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Cllr Gary McKeown

@garymckeown

4 months

This was a dark night in Belfast City Hall where, behind closed doors and out of view, discussions took place about slashing funding that was earmarked for an organisation that provides immeasurable support for kids with special needs and their families. Is this the city we want?

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Cllr Gary McKeown

@garymckeown

4 months

Delighted the sculpture has been returned! This will warm the hearts of the community just in time for Christmas 🎁

Cllr Gary McKeown

@garymckeown

5 months

Disgusted that the sculpture by Daniela Balmaverde has been stolen from outside Ormeau Road Library. This artwork is a wonderful feature of the area and is cherished by the local community. It's beyond belief that anyone would do this. I hope it's recovered and returned soon.

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Cllr Gary McKeown

@garymckeown

3 years

*Havelock House Development Refused* I voted against plans to demolish Havelock House on the Ormeau Road and replace with it a 270-apartment residential complex with a maximum height of eight storeys. Proposed developments need to fit in with surrounding communities.

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Cllr Gary McKeown

@garymckeown

3 months

I've brought a motion to Belfast City Council calling for 'transparency by default' to help reduce the number of issues that are discussed behind closed doors. It's really important that residents get to see how and why decisions are made, and that this is done openly.

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Cllr Gary McKeown

@garymckeown

4 years

Sad to see the built heritage of Newry crumbling today. We deride the appalling decisions made in the sixties and seventies to pull down historic buildings, yet seem oblivious to the fact that we still do it today. Why not renew instead of remove?

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Cllr Gary McKeown

@garymckeown

4 months

Disappointed that the bilingual street sign on Haypark Avenue has been vandalised. This achieves nothing and shows a lack of respect for things that matter to people. I've asked the council to repair it as soon as possible.

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Cllr Gary McKeown

@garymckeown

4 years

Delighted to support the motion at Council tonight calling for a ban on puppy farms, brought by @AntoFlynnser . My own wee dog Arthur turns 10 this month, and I want other dog owners to be able to have a happy, healthy pet free from the cruelty caused by this industry. #LucysLaw

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Cllr Gary McKeown

@garymckeown

2 years

Absolutely love the new mural in the Holylands 😍 Well done to @SouthBelfastPB , @QUBelfast and the local community for delivering this, and to @emicartist for creating a beautiful artwork for our city, complementing the brilliant community efforts to transform this little spot.

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Cllr Gary McKeown

@garymckeown

3 years

*CHERRYVALE CROSSING DELIVERED* I'm delighted to confirm that a crossing will be put on the Ravenhill Road at Cherryvale by @deptinfra . This is something we've been campaigning hard for, and is a key issue for the community. This will help make the area safer for everyone.

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Cllr Gary McKeown

@garymckeown

3 years

If you're around the Ormeau Road over the next few days, check out Limin/Alley, a series of pop-up art installations in the entries.

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Cllr Gary McKeown

@garymckeown

4 years

By empowering communities to close down roads to traffic, we can open them up for people to get around more safely, and create space for small businesses such as cafés. The #OpenOrmeau project is a great example, and could be replicated across Belfast:

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Cllr Gary McKeown

@garymckeown

3 years

Delighted to join Infrastructure Minister @NicholaMallon and @MatthewOToole2 at the launch of the new parklet in Linenhall Street, which looks fantastic. This is the type of transformation that is changing the face of our city and making it more liveable.

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Cllr Gary McKeown

@garymckeown

1 year

Fantastic day down at Open Botanic. Really good turnout and great activities on offer. Communities across Belfast need to be empowered to replicate this, using public spaces for public good – good for people, good for business and good for the environment. Well done 👏

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Cllr Gary McKeown

@garymckeown

4 years

Down in the Holyland joining patrols. Reasonably quiet at the minute. Police, council, universities, parking enforcement and other agencies in the area. Pubs and off licences closed.

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Cllr Gary McKeown

@garymckeown

7 months

Sorted! The new sign with the correct spelling has been installed at zero cost to the ratepayer. @SeamasBelfast and I have secured assurances that a fail-safe will be built into the process moving forward to help prevent this happening elsewhere.

Cllr Gary McKeown

@garymckeown

7 months

Good to see grá for the language in Ballynafeigh, but ridiculous that the Irish wording on the new Haypark Avenue/ Ascaill Pháirc an Fhéir sign has been misspelt. We've made the council aware – it needs to be put right ASAP and immediate steps taken to avoid it happening again.

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Cllr Gary McKeown

@garymckeown

3 years

Really excited that Planning Committee has approved a transformative project for the length of Adelaide Street to provide seating, planters and artwork, making the area much more vibrant and friendly for residents, workers and visitors while complementing the area's heritage.

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Cllr Gary McKeown

@garymckeown

1 year

Yet another crash at the junction beside Ormeau Library at the weekend. I hope everyone is ok. This location needs safety improvements, in particular a right-turn filter light for vehicles and bikes turning up the road. I've raised this before with DfI, and have written again ⚠️

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Cllr Gary McKeown

@garymckeown

8 months

This is crazy. It's clearly unacceptable to expect someone to stand for a two-hour journey on a 'premium' cross-border service. Young families would've been on this train. Ticket sales should reflect genuine capacity. I'll be writing to Translink about the need to address this.

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Turned up 20 mins early for @Translink_NI train to Dublin and it’s over sold. Booked 4 tickets a month ago, they said did you book a reserved seat? I said no I booked a ticket she said “a ticket is just a ticket” what? That’s what a ticket is!!

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Cllr Gary McKeown

@garymckeown

4 years

The scale of dumping in the Holyland is at industrial levels, risking health, destroying the area and impacting on residents. Workers clear the mess and do a great job ⬇️ but we need targeted enforcement to identify those responsible. It's the only way to tackle this properly.

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Cllr Gary McKeown

@garymckeown

11 months

I'm pleased to say that the pothole on the Ormeau Road has now been repaired!

Cllr Gary McKeown

@garymckeown

1 year

I had to do a 'disgruntled councillor points at pothole' shot at some point during my term of office, but this one on the Ormeau Road really justifies it! 😲 The Department for Infrastructure has been made aware. Take care if you're travelling up the inside lane ⚠️

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Cllr Gary McKeown

@garymckeown

7 months

No need to cherry pick – the Good Friday Agreement confirms the right of people from this part of the island to hold Irish citizenship. This is about having that right reflected in its most visible manifestation – the passport.

Arlene Foster DBE PC #ProudofNI.

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Clearly didn’t get the memo about the repeal of Articles 2&3 of the Irish constitution or is this more cherry picking of the Belfast Agreement?

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2 years

As part of my commitment to push for better green infrastructure in Belfast, I've worked on proposals to deliver secure bike parking across the city. I'm delighted to see this start to come to fruition with the new Bike Yard in @CastleCourt providing secure well-let parking 🚲

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Cllr Gary McKeown

@garymckeown

1 year

Delighted to get confirmation from Translink that 'Nightmover' late night buses will operate at weekends in Belfast over the festive period. Belfast SDLP is pushing for it to be year-round to get people home safe and support the night-time economy, but it needs real investment.

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Cllr Gary McKeown

@garymckeown

2 years

Belfast, 2022. Is it any wonder people feel disenfranchised by our planning system when it allows this type of monstrosity to be built right above someone's back garden?

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Cllr Gary McKeown

@garymckeown

3 years

I welcome tonight's Planning Committee decision to refuse plans for a 14 storey office development on the edge of the Market. Everyone would like to see the site come into productive use, but this must be done in a way which works for the local community.

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Cllr Gary McKeown

@garymckeown

4 years

Getting the word out about #OpenOrmeau ! If you don't know about it, want to find out more, or would like to share your thoughts on the plans, check out ☕🍺🍽️🚶🚴‍♀️

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Cllr Gary McKeown

@garymckeown

2 months

My motion to maximise transparency in Belfast City Council has been passed. It's really important that the public and journalists get to see how and why decisions are being made. Too often things are being done behind closed doors. Openness is essential for our democracy.

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Cllr Gary McKeown

@garymckeown

2 years

Pleased to speak in favour of tonight's council motion calling for an end to hunting with dogs. It's cruel, abhorrent and disgusting, and needs banned without any further delay.

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Cllr Gary McKeown

@garymckeown

3 years

I'm working on a motion to Council tonight with @AineGroogan to highlight the importance of Writers' Square as a social and cultural hub in our city – a place to protest, celebrate and congregate – beside the beautiful and historic St Anne's Cathedral, which must be protected.

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Cllr Gary McKeown

@garymckeown

2 years

Great to see so many people down at the bandstand in Ormeau Park to get a free tree for Belfast One Million Trees. There's still time to call by – the team will be here until 3pm.

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Cllr Gary McKeown

@garymckeown

4 years

Very worrying damage to one of the pillars at MacNeice House on the Malone Road, Belfast. A listed building. Currently the Chinese Consulate. No planning permission. This is why the government needs to intervene. First the hedge goes, then built heritage crumbles. What next?

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Cllr Gary McKeown

@garymckeown

4 years

Back on the ground! Out this morning with South Belfast reps updating residents about our upcoming public meeting on traffic, congestions and road safety. A baptism of rain for @MatthewOToole2 ! 🌧️

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Cllr Gary McKeown

@garymckeown

9 months

Got "Sieg Heil" shouted at us in the street today after @SeamasBelfast called out an idiot for aiming a Nazi salute at a woman from an ethnic minority, which we've reported to police. There's no place for racism or hatred in our city and we all have a responsibility to combat it.

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Cllr Gary McKeown

@garymckeown

4 months

The SDLP in Belfast City Council will continue to support the proposed £800,000 funding for Sólás. This is a phenomenal organisation which delivers essential support for lots of kids and families with a range of needs. To slash their funding allocation like this is sickening.

BBC News NI

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A Belfast charity that supports children with special needs has had its proposed council funding cut by 97%. @brendanhughes64

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Cllr Gary McKeown

@garymckeown

4 years

🚴‍♀️NEW POP-UP CYCLE LANES🚴 There'll be a new pop-up cycle lane on the Dublin Road. It'll link to Alfred St via Bankmore St. Plans to connect to City Hospital. There'll also be one on the Grosvenor Road to the Royal. This is fantastic, helping build our green infrastructure.

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Cllr Gary McKeown

@garymckeown

4 years

Fantastic that @NicholaMallon is widening the footpaths on the Dublin Road, Linenhall St, GVS, and Bedford St. These areas have high footfall, so now more than ever we need the space for people to walk safely with social distance. Watch this space – pop-up cycles lanes next!

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Cllr Gary McKeown

@garymckeown

24 days

Council has agreed to my proposal to write to the Executive requesting proper regulation of AirBnBs and other short-term lets to protect communities and visitors to our city. I brought a motion on this during the last term, and with the Executive now back, it's time for action.

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Cllr Gary McKeown

@garymckeown

2 months

Things generally looking ok around the Holylands and Lower Ormeau Road at the minute. Reassuring to see the multi-agency presence on the ground keeping an eye on things and available to offer support to anyone if they need it.

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Cllr Gary McKeown

@garymckeown

3 years

I'm delighted that the new playground in Ormeau Park will be disability-friendly with wheelchair-accessible swing, roundabout and multi-unit. This will make it welcoming for the entire community and ready for the future. This is something we've been working on, so great to see.

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Cllr Gary McKeown

@garymckeown

2 years

Free the Holylands One. I'm currently assisting this constituent in accessing legal advice.

Jake “Jake” Kuczogi

@ObiWanKuczogi

2 years

@efaakelly The real criminal is now in custody

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4 years

Good to see @PSNIBelfastS doing speed patrols in Ballynafeigh after @SeamasBelfast and I requested increased monitoring on the Ormeau Road and Ravenhill Road. Residents have expressed concern at both being used like racetracks, particularly with more pedestrians and cyclists out

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@garymckeown

5 years

***ORMEAU BELFAST BIKES SUCCESS*** I'm delighted that latest figures show that the Belfast Bikes station at Ormeau Park is now the second busiest in the entire city. This justifies looking at other stations across the Botanic district, including on the Malone and Lisburn Roads.

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@garymckeown

7 days

Old business name painted on a gable wall on Artana Street/ Ormeau Road, revealed by a billboard being removed after many years. Wright & Son Painters & Decorators.

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Cllr Gary McKeown

@garymckeown

3 years

Great to see the 20mph signs going in along the Ravenhill Road ahead of the new school year – just a few more to be installed and it's good to go. We requested this stretch be included in @NicholaMallon 's programme to create safer roads around schools, and now it's happening!

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Cllr Gary McKeown

@garymckeown

4 months

Another decision made behind closed doors tonight at Belfast City Council – this time a proposal to put gates on Crescent Park. Spoiler: it was approved. Decisions that affect the fabric of our city such as parks should be taken in public so people can see how they were reached

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Cllr Gary McKeown

@garymckeown

2 years

Don’t forget South Belfast School Uniform Swap Shop is taking place today at Ballynafeigh Methodist on the Ormeau Road! You can use the side gate and door on Florenceville Drive. We’re here until 3pm! @SeamasBelfast @OpenOrmeau @Foodstock__ @PaulDoherty___

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Cllr Gary McKeown

@garymckeown

3 years

South Belfast @SDLPlive reps and @Paul_Mc_Cusker met Belfast Multicultural Association today. Their home in Donegall Pass has been decimated by arson, but they continue to do important work in the community. It has been fantastic to see so many people rally round in support 👏

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@garymckeown

10 months

@LeonaONeill1 @garethvcross Just off the Westlink.

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@garymckeown

3 years

Team SDLP out in different parts of Botanic this morning delivering our latest newsletter. This is the Stranmillis squad. If you see us, say "hi"!

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Cllr Gary McKeown

@garymckeown

4 years

*CHERRYVALE UPDATE* I've had confirmation that a new survey will be carried out to examine the potential for a pedestrian crossing at Cherryvale. With the redevelopment of the playing fields and increased footfall, this is essential for a true assessment of risk to pedestrians.

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Cllr Gary McKeown

@garymckeown

3 years

Congratulations and good luck to @kaffeobelfast for the new shop ☕ We mightn't be able to go abroad at the minute, but this will bring a little bit of Denmark to the Cregagh Road 🇩🇰

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Cllr Gary McKeown

@garymckeown

3 years

I'm delighted to have secured funding for a mobile Speed Indicator Device for South Belfast. This unit will help alert drivers to remain within the speed limit, making our roads safer for everyone in the area. Thanks to @AineGroogan for supporting and @BelfastPcsp for funding.

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Cllr Gary McKeown

@garymckeown

3 years

Here it is folks – the 20mph school speed limit on the Ravenhill Road is now live after we requested it for this busy spot. Over 200 schools will ultimately benefit from the roll-out of the scheme by @NicholaMallon after a further announcement today of a new range of locations🚸

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Cllr Gary McKeown

@garymckeown

3 years

*Ormeau Lakes* I've cross-referenced historical and modern maps and it turns out that there were actually two lakes in Ormeau Park at one time, in these locations close to the current Ozone and BMX track. The smaller of the two seems to have been filled in first.

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Cllr Gary McKeown

@garymckeown

2 years

*South Belfast Pre-Loved School Uniform Swap Shop* Delighted to be working with @Foodstock__ , Open Ormeau, Ballynafeigh Methodist Church and @bcda1974 to help local families get ready for the new school year. Drop-offs Weds, Thurs and Fri, and collection event this Saturday!

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Cllr Gary McKeown

@garymckeown

1 year

Signed, sealed and delivered – nomination forms submitted for next month's council election! If you would like to get involved in the campaign, get in touch 🗳️

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Cllr Gary McKeown

@garymckeown

3 years

Unwelcome graffiti on Ravenhill Road outside Cherryvale. A lick of WD-40 removed the worst of it. Looking forward to the 20mph speed limit outside nearby schools going live shortly, thanks to @NicholaMallon . @SeamasBelfast and I working to secure further safety measures here 🚸

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Cllr Gary McKeown

@garymckeown

1 year

Thanks to council workers for clearing the remaining leaves on the Park Road cycle lane today – I know a lot of people were concerned about the risk to users. DfI own the cycle lane. DfI own the trees. DfI won't pay for the clearance and leave it to council and residents to fix.

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Cllr Gary McKeown

@garymckeown

3 years

Took a dander down the magical Rushfield/ Deramore Avenue entry, which has been beautifully transformed for the festive season by @OpenOrmeau . Residents here have been at the heart of the #AlleyRevolution , creating a great community space, and the lights really set it off!

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Cllr Gary McKeown

@garymckeown

1 year

Thanks to everyone in Team Botanic who pounded the streets, knocked the doors, and engaged with thousands of people across the area. I'm forever indebted. It's over to the voters now, and I hope they put their trust in us again to deliver for this diverse and vibrant community.

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Cllr Gary McKeown

@garymckeown

5 years

Pleased @belfastcc has declared a #ClimateEmergency , although I wish we hadn't got to this point. I've never been so proud of the young people of this city than when I joined them outside City Hall for the #ClimateStrike . We owe it to them and all future generations to act now.

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Cllr Gary McKeown

@garymckeown

5 years

Great view along the towpath while taking a spin on @BelfastBikes . If only there were a way to connect the lower Ormeau and Gasworks directly to Ormeau Park to open up our city even more and make our green spaces more accessible. I dunno, a bridge maybe...

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Cllr Gary McKeown

@garymckeown

1 year

The new play equipment in Castle Espie. Wouldn't it be great to see more facilities like this in parks and public spaces around Belfast, using sustainable kit that doesn't jar with the natural environment? This is something I've raised with officers.

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Cllr Gary McKeown

@garymckeown

3 years

*NEW ORMEAU ROAD CROSSING* I'm delighted that @NicholaMallon has announced a new pedestrian crossing on the Lower Ormeau Road beside Farnham Street. This is something that the SDLP has been calling for on behalf of the local community, so it's fantastic to see it delivered.

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Cllr Gary McKeown

@garymckeown

4 years

Standing room only as over 100 people join us to discuss traffic, congestion and road safety in South Belfast. Thanks to everyone for joining us and to the panel for their active participation 🚴🚶🚸

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Cllr Gary McKeown

@garymckeown

1 year

Tonight the SDLP voted to reject the rates increase in Belfast. There are ways the rate burden could've been reduced which haven't been fully pursued, so we couldn't vote in all conscience to hike rates by nearly 8% during a cost of living crisis.

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Cllr Gary McKeown

@garymckeown

1 year

People regularly contact me about graffiti, so I have proposed a game-changing council service for residents and staff to report it in to, with agreements to be made with utility providers requiring them to remove tagging and graffiti from their property as a matter of urgency.

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Cllr Gary McKeown

@garymckeown

3 years

Great to be out with fantastic residents just off the Lisburn Road today clearing up an entry. It's community-driven activism like this which is transforming our neighbourhoods for the better 👏

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Cllr Gary McKeown

@garymckeown

4 years

Imagine if we had alley gates in all of Ballynafeigh – we could have little pockets of heaven across the neighbourhood. With things on ice over coronavirus, some residents have gone ahead and started to reclaim their alleys anyway – hopefully this will spread like wildflowers!🌻

Maria McManus 🇪🇺

@maria_mcmanus

4 years

Ardmore/Rossmore Alley, looking spectacular. Congrats all you guys. You’ve done brilliantly. @SeamasBelfast that’s a result.

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Cllr Gary McKeown

@garymckeown

4 years

Pleased @PoliceServiceNI have agreed to mount speed enforcement on the Ormeau Road and Ravenhill Road. Members of the community raised concerns with @SeamasBelfast and me about drivers using them like racetracks – particularly worrying as more people are out walking and cycling.

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Cllr Gary McKeown

@garymckeown

3 years

Great to see the pedestrian and cycle crossing going in which will link with the new bridge from the Lower Ormeau/ Gasworks to Ormeau Park, across the Lagan. This is phase 1, and secures planning for the next steps to progress 🚲🚶‍♀️🌳 "Great oaks from little acorns grow".

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Cllr Gary McKeown

@garymckeown

4 years

Have been out across South Belfast delivering equipment to communities to help them enhance their alleys and transform them from dead spaces. Now, more than ever, people need safe and protected places to spend time, for both their physical and mental health and wellbeing 🌿🌻🥕

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