Sinn Féin councillors have voted in favour of funding for citizens and community organisations in Newry, Mourne and Down District Council (NMDDC) to celebrate the Queen's Platinum Jubilee.
The royal head of state will mark the 70th anniversary of her accession to the throne later this year as the longest serving British monarch of all time.
An extended four day bank holiday will commence from June 2, after initial celebration performances between May 12 and 15.
