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02/04/2025
PSNI Needs To Improve Crime Prevention And Offender Management
The Police Service of Northern Ireland (PSNI) needs to make improvements in how it prevents crime and manages offenders and suspects, according to a report published today by His Majesty's Inspectorate of Constabulary and Fire & Rescue Services (HMICFRS).
The inspectorate graded the PSNI's performance in two key areas of policing, finding the service to be 'adequate' in preventing and deterring crime, antisocial behaviour and vulnerability, but requiring improvement in managing offenders and suspects.
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02 April 2025
PSNI Needs To Improve Crime Prevention And Offender Management
The Police Service of Northern Ireland (PSNI) needs to make improvements in how it prevents crime and manages offenders and suspects, according to a report published today by His Majesty's Inspectorate of Constabulary and Fire & Rescue Services (HMICFRS).
PSNI Needs To Improve Crime Prevention And Offender Management
The Police Service of Northern Ireland (PSNI) needs to make improvements in how it prevents crime and manages offenders and suspects, according to a report published today by His Majesty's Inspectorate of Constabulary and Fire & Rescue Services (HMICFRS).
02 April 2025
Lough Neagh Algae Bloom Likely This Summer – Minister Warns
South Antrim MP Robin Swann and Agriculture, Environment and Rural Affairs (AERA) Committee Chair Robbie Butler MLA have called for renewed focus on addressing the algae crisis in Lough Neagh, following confirmation from Environment Minister Andrew Muir MLA that there is an 80% chance of a blue-green algae bloom this summer.
Lough Neagh Algae Bloom Likely This Summer – Minister Warns
South Antrim MP Robin Swann and Agriculture, Environment and Rural Affairs (AERA) Committee Chair Robbie Butler MLA have called for renewed focus on addressing the algae crisis in Lough Neagh, following confirmation from Environment Minister Andrew Muir MLA that there is an 80% chance of a blue-green algae bloom this summer.
02 April 2025
BCC Unveils Spring Fest Events
A replica of the iconic 'Chitty Chitty Bang Bang' car will be a star attraction at this year's 'Spring Fest', Belfast City Council has announced. The popular free family event is set to return to Barnett Demesne on Saturday 26th and Sunday 27th April 2025. The festival will run from 1.30pm to 5.
BCC Unveils Spring Fest Events
A replica of the iconic 'Chitty Chitty Bang Bang' car will be a star attraction at this year's 'Spring Fest', Belfast City Council has announced. The popular free family event is set to return to Barnett Demesne on Saturday 26th and Sunday 27th April 2025. The festival will run from 1.30pm to 5.
02 April 2025
PSNI Initiatives To Support Autism Awareness
To mark World Autism Awareness Day today, Wednesday 02 April, the Police Autism Support Group (PASG) has launched two new wellbeing rooms and distributed sensory kits across the Police Service of Northern Ireland (PSNI).
PSNI Initiatives To Support Autism Awareness
To mark World Autism Awareness Day today, Wednesday 02 April, the Police Autism Support Group (PASG) has launched two new wellbeing rooms and distributed sensory kits across the Police Service of Northern Ireland (PSNI).
02 April 2025
Assembly Condemns "Cruel" Disability Benefit Cuts
The Northern Ireland Assembly has expressed cross-party opposition to the British government's planned cuts to disability benefits, with MLAs calling for a reconsideration of the policy.
Assembly Condemns "Cruel" Disability Benefit Cuts
The Northern Ireland Assembly has expressed cross-party opposition to the British government's planned cuts to disability benefits, with MLAs calling for a reconsideration of the policy.
02 April 2025
Silent Valley Partially Reopens Following Storm Éowyn Damage
NI Water has announced the partial reopening of Silent Valley Mountain Park in County Down, following significant damage caused by Storm Éowyn. A restricted opening came into effect today, Tuesday 1 April 2025, allowing visitors access to certain areas of the popular park. The Silent Valley café has also reopened today.
Silent Valley Partially Reopens Following Storm Éowyn Damage
NI Water has announced the partial reopening of Silent Valley Mountain Park in County Down, following significant damage caused by Storm Éowyn. A restricted opening came into effect today, Tuesday 1 April 2025, allowing visitors access to certain areas of the popular park. The Silent Valley café has also reopened today.
02 April 2025
McKeever Hotel Group Acquires Armagh City Hotel
The McKeever Hotel Group has announced its acquisition of the Armagh City Hotel from its previous owners, Kieran McAnallan, Felix Mooney, Brian McCormack, and Ernie Fisher. The sum involved in the transaction has not been disclosed.
McKeever Hotel Group Acquires Armagh City Hotel
The McKeever Hotel Group has announced its acquisition of the Armagh City Hotel from its previous owners, Kieran McAnallan, Felix Mooney, Brian McCormack, and Ernie Fisher. The sum involved in the transaction has not been disclosed.
02 April 2025
Other News In Brief
Justice Minister Responds To PSNI Inspection Justice Minister Naomi Long has responded to the findings of a recent inspection by His Majesty’s Inspectorate of Constabulary and Fire & Rescue Services (HMICFRS) concerning the Police Service of Northern Ireland's (PSNI) effectiveness and efficiency in crime prevention.
Other News In Brief
Justice Minister Responds To PSNI Inspection Justice Minister Naomi Long has responded to the findings of a recent inspection by His Majesty’s Inspectorate of Constabulary and Fire & Rescue Services (HMICFRS) concerning the Police Service of Northern Ireland's (PSNI) effectiveness and efficiency in crime prevention.
01 April 2025
Child Benefit Boost For NI Families
Families in Northern Ireland who receive Child Benefit will see an increase in their payments from next week, HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) has announced. From Monday, 7th April 2025, the weekly payment for the eldest or only child will rise to £26.05, equating to £1,354.60 per year. For each additional child, the weekly rate will increase to £17.
Child Benefit Boost For NI Families
Families in Northern Ireland who receive Child Benefit will see an increase in their payments from next week, HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) has announced. From Monday, 7th April 2025, the weekly payment for the eldest or only child will rise to £26.05, equating to £1,354.60 per year. For each additional child, the weekly rate will increase to £17.
01 April 2025
UK Govt Urged To Reconsider ETA Scheme
Sinn Féin MLA Emma Sheerin has called on the British government to reconsider its Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) scheme, warning of potential damage to Northern Ireland's tourism sector. The ETA scheme, implemented by the UK government, requires EU nationals travelling to the UK to purchase an ETA from 2nd April 2025.
UK Govt Urged To Reconsider ETA Scheme
Sinn Féin MLA Emma Sheerin has called on the British government to reconsider its Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) scheme, warning of potential damage to Northern Ireland's tourism sector. The ETA scheme, implemented by the UK government, requires EU nationals travelling to the UK to purchase an ETA from 2nd April 2025.
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Northern Ireland WeatherToday:A sunny but frosty start for many. However cloud increases by midday with a few showers reaching the north coast, these mostly light but spreading inland this afternoon. Chilly. Maximum temperature 8 °C.Tonight:A rather cloudy evening with scattered showers. Becoming drier through the night with some good clear spells developing and a patchy frost away from coasts. Minimum temperature 0 °C.
