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Northern Ireland News for August 2004
UK National News, Aug 31, 2004
15 killed in double suicide bombing in Israel
At least 15 people have been killed and more than 80 injured in suicide bombings on two buses in southern Israel this afternoon. Hamas has reportedly claimed responsibility for the attacks which occu...
15 killed in double suicide bombing in Israel
At least 15 people have been killed and more than 80 injured in suicide bombings on two buses in southern Israel this afternoon. Hamas has reportedly claimed responsibility for the attacks which occu...
UK National News, Aug 31, 2004
Watchdogs 'concerned' over Royal Mail target failures
Watchdogs have voiced their concern and worry over Royal Mail's quarterly performance which saw the business fail to hit any of its 15 licence targets. The results showed that Royal Mail managed to d...
Watchdogs 'concerned' over Royal Mail target failures
Watchdogs have voiced their concern and worry over Royal Mail's quarterly performance which saw the business fail to hit any of its 15 licence targets. The results showed that Royal Mail managed to d...
Northern Ireland News, Aug 31, 2004
Man stabbed in Ballycastle
A man has been stabbed following a second night of trouble in Ballycastle. The victim was assaulted during disturbances in Fairhill Street at about 9pm on Monday however his injuries are not thought ...
Man stabbed in Ballycastle
A man has been stabbed following a second night of trouble in Ballycastle. The victim was assaulted during disturbances in Fairhill Street at about 9pm on Monday however his injuries are not thought ...
UK National News, Aug 31, 2004
North Korea to receive UK's first Ministerial visitor
North Korea's nuclear programme and their human rights record will top the agenda when Bill Rammell visits the country next month in the first-ever trip by a British minister to the communist nation. ...
North Korea to receive UK's first Ministerial visitor
North Korea's nuclear programme and their human rights record will top the agenda when Bill Rammell visits the country next month in the first-ever trip by a British minister to the communist nation. ...
UK National News, Aug 31, 2004
ASBOs putting yobs on notice, says Blair
The increasing use of anti-yob powers are putting louts "on notice" that the government means to tackle the scourge of anti-social behaviour, the Prime Minister has said. Speaking on a visit to an es...
ASBOs putting yobs on notice, says Blair
The increasing use of anti-yob powers are putting louts "on notice" that the government means to tackle the scourge of anti-social behaviour, the Prime Minister has said. Speaking on a visit to an es...
Northern Ireland News, Aug 31, 2004
Suspect packages intercepted by Royal Mail staff
Royal Mail staff have discovered eight suspicious packages addressed to members of the Policing Board and the Police Ombudsman. Seven of the packages were intercepted at Northern Ireland's main sorti...
Suspect packages intercepted by Royal Mail staff
Royal Mail staff have discovered eight suspicious packages addressed to members of the Policing Board and the Police Ombudsman. Seven of the packages were intercepted at Northern Ireland's main sorti...
UK National News, Aug 31, 2004
Darfur refugees still at risk of 'rape and violence'
The displaced inhabitants of the Sudanese region of Darfur are traumatised and humiliated, and remain at constant risk of rape and violence, a UN humanitarian official has said. After visiting the w...
Darfur refugees still at risk of 'rape and violence'
The displaced inhabitants of the Sudanese region of Darfur are traumatised and humiliated, and remain at constant risk of rape and violence, a UN humanitarian official has said. After visiting the w...
Northern Ireland News, Aug 31, 2004
Bomb alerts bring Belfast traffic to standstill
A number of bomb alerts have brought Belfast to a standstill on Tuesday. The M1 motorway between Broadway and Lisburn has been closed in both directions after a suspect vehicle was found under a brid...
Bomb alerts bring Belfast traffic to standstill
A number of bomb alerts have brought Belfast to a standstill on Tuesday. The M1 motorway between Broadway and Lisburn has been closed in both directions after a suspect vehicle was found under a brid...
Northern Ireland News, Aug 31, 2004
Woman escapes injury in petrol-bomb attack
A woman has escaped injury following a petrol-bomb attack at her home in Co Down last night. The device was discovered in the front garden of the woman's home in Maryville Drive, Banbridge, shortly a...
Woman escapes injury in petrol-bomb attack
A woman has escaped injury following a petrol-bomb attack at her home in Co Down last night. The device was discovered in the front garden of the woman's home in Maryville Drive, Banbridge, shortly a...
UK National News, Aug 31, 2004
England rugby captain Dallaglio retires
The England rugby captain Lawrence Dallaglio has announced that he is to retire from the international game with immediate effect. With 73 caps to his name, and an England career stretching back 10 ...
England rugby captain Dallaglio retires
The England rugby captain Lawrence Dallaglio has announced that he is to retire from the international game with immediate effect. With 73 caps to his name, and an England career stretching back 10 ...
Northern Ireland News, Aug 31, 2004
Parents advised to belt up for return to school
In a warning to coincide with the start of the new school year, parents have been advised to keep their children safe and to use seatbelts. Environment Minister Angela Smith advised parents to Belt ...
Parents advised to belt up for return to school
In a warning to coincide with the start of the new school year, parents have been advised to keep their children safe and to use seatbelts. Environment Minister Angela Smith advised parents to Belt ...
Northern Ireland News, Aug 31, 2004
UU conference to discuss 9/11 recommendations
Details of recommendations made by a taskforce set up to examine building regulations following the 9/11 terrorist attacks are to be revealed at a three-day international conference at the University ...
UU conference to discuss 9/11 recommendations
Details of recommendations made by a taskforce set up to examine building regulations following the 9/11 terrorist attacks are to be revealed at a three-day international conference at the University ...
UK National News, Aug 31, 2004
EU enlargement has not led to British businesses relocating: survey
The predicted relocation of British businesses to Eastern Europe following the expansion of the European Union has failed to materialise, according to the Institute of Directors (IoD). The business ...
EU enlargement has not led to British businesses relocating: survey
The predicted relocation of British businesses to Eastern Europe following the expansion of the European Union has failed to materialise, according to the Institute of Directors (IoD). The business ...
UK National News, Aug 31, 2004
Vulnerable people living at home get funding boost
Vulnerable people seeking to live independent lives have been boosted by the news that the government has announced a funding package of £5 billion over the next three years. The three-year settlemen...
Vulnerable people living at home get funding boost
Vulnerable people seeking to live independent lives have been boosted by the news that the government has announced a funding package of £5 billion over the next three years. The three-year settlemen...
UK National News, Aug 31, 2004
Over 40s offered 'Prime' advice for healthy living
Men and women over 40 are being encouraged to choose healthier lifestyles by a new publication available from GP practices on September 1. 'Prime', which is a magazine split into two specially tailor...
Over 40s offered 'Prime' advice for healthy living
Men and women over 40 are being encouraged to choose healthier lifestyles by a new publication available from GP practices on September 1. 'Prime', which is a magazine split into two specially tailor...
UK National News, Aug 31, 2004
Construction industry shown benefits of 'Working Well Together'
George Brumwell, Health and Safety Commissioner and General Secretary of UCATT, today launched the 2004 'Working Well Together' Health and Safety Roadshow at Glasgow Harbour, an area undergoing major ...
Construction industry shown benefits of 'Working Well Together'
George Brumwell, Health and Safety Commissioner and General Secretary of UCATT, today launched the 2004 'Working Well Together' Health and Safety Roadshow at Glasgow Harbour, an area undergoing major ...
Northern Ireland News, Aug 31, 2004
Historic buildings open doors to general public
The doors are set to open at some of Northern Ireland's most controversial and historic buildings next month. Organised by the DoE’s Environment and Heritage Service, the European Heritage Open Days,...
Historic buildings open doors to general public
The doors are set to open at some of Northern Ireland's most controversial and historic buildings next month. Organised by the DoE’s Environment and Heritage Service, the European Heritage Open Days,...
Northern Ireland News, Aug 31, 2004
Leading sofa firm criticised by OFT
A leading UK leather sofa retailer has been criticised by the Office of Fair Trading (OFT) for giving consumers an "unfair deal". The company, Land of Leather, which has stores in Northern Ireland, h...
Leading sofa firm criticised by OFT
A leading UK leather sofa retailer has been criticised by the Office of Fair Trading (OFT) for giving consumers an "unfair deal". The company, Land of Leather, which has stores in Northern Ireland, h...
Northern Ireland News, Aug 31, 2004
Mulryne and Baird out of NI squad
Northern Ireland have lost two players through injury ahead of this weekend's opening World Cup qualifier against Poland at Windsor Park. The loss of Norwich's Philip Mulryne (groin) and Southampton'...
Mulryne and Baird out of NI squad
Northern Ireland have lost two players through injury ahead of this weekend's opening World Cup qualifier against Poland at Windsor Park. The loss of Norwich's Philip Mulryne (groin) and Southampton'...
UK National News, Aug 30, 2004
Three Britons die in Holland road smash
Three Britons have died following a road crash in Holland during the early hours of Sunday morning. The three men, named in reports as Jonathan Chandler, 28, Dean Andrews, 34, and Shaun Williams, 28...
Three Britons die in Holland road smash
Three Britons have died following a road crash in Holland during the early hours of Sunday morning. The three men, named in reports as Jonathan Chandler, 28, Dean Andrews, 34, and Shaun Williams, 28...
UK National News, Aug 30, 2004
Two British tourists die in Oz plane crash
Two British tourists have been killed after their private plane came down shortly after take-off from an exclusive holiday resort in northern Australia. The couple, who are believed to be in their 60...
Two British tourists die in Oz plane crash
Two British tourists have been killed after their private plane came down shortly after take-off from an exclusive holiday resort in northern Australia. The couple, who are believed to be in their 60...
UK National News, Aug 30, 2004
Iraqi kidnappings will not change headdress laws, says French government
The French government has said today that it will not give in to demands by Iraqi kidnappers that laws banning Islamic headscarves from schools should be shelved. Iraqi militants have said that they ...
Iraqi kidnappings will not change headdress laws, says French government
The French government has said today that it will not give in to demands by Iraqi kidnappers that laws banning Islamic headscarves from schools should be shelved. Iraqi militants have said that they ...
UK National News, Aug 30, 2004
Iraq conflict has claimed lives of 51 journalists: report
More than 50 journalists from 16 countries have now died covering the Iraq conflict, according to the International News Safety Institute (INSI). The reported murder of Italian journalist Enzo Baldo...
Iraq conflict has claimed lives of 51 journalists: report
More than 50 journalists from 16 countries have now died covering the Iraq conflict, according to the International News Safety Institute (INSI). The reported murder of Italian journalist Enzo Baldo...
Northern Ireland News, Aug 30, 2004
Four appear in court following weekend stabbing
Four people have appeared in court today charged with an attack on loyalist bandsmen in North Belfast at the weekend. The accused were charged with assault and grievous bodily harm. Michael Liddy, 2...
Four appear in court following weekend stabbing
Four people have appeared in court today charged with an attack on loyalist bandsmen in North Belfast at the weekend. The accused were charged with assault and grievous bodily harm. Michael Liddy, 2...
UK National News, Aug 30, 2004
Sir Bobby sacked as Magpies manager
Sir Bobby Robson has become the second premiership manager to lose his job this season after the Newcastle board decided to terminate his contract. One weeks after Southampton axed of Paul Sturrock,...
Sir Bobby sacked as Magpies manager
Sir Bobby Robson has become the second premiership manager to lose his job this season after the Newcastle board decided to terminate his contract. One weeks after Southampton axed of Paul Sturrock,...
UK National News, Aug 30, 2004
Olympic protest priest receives suspended sentence
The ex-priest who bundled the frontrunner of the mens' Olympic marathon into the crowd with four miles of the race to go has received a 12-month suspended jail sentence. It is not clear if Cornelius ...
Olympic protest priest receives suspended sentence
The ex-priest who bundled the frontrunner of the mens' Olympic marathon into the crowd with four miles of the race to go has received a 12-month suspended jail sentence. It is not clear if Cornelius ...
Northern Ireland News, Aug 30, 2004
Two arrested hours before Co Antrim fair
Two people arrested by police as trouble flared in Ballycastle prior to today's opening of the Auld Lammas Fair have been charged. The duo were charged with disorderly behaviour, assaulting police an...
Two arrested hours before Co Antrim fair
Two people arrested by police as trouble flared in Ballycastle prior to today's opening of the Auld Lammas Fair have been charged. The duo were charged with disorderly behaviour, assaulting police an...
Northern Ireland News, Aug 30, 2004
Lifeboat rescues stranded boy from Fairhead rock face
An 11-year-old boy has been rescued after he became stranded on a rock face in Co Antrim at the weekend. The boy, who was said to be in a distressed state, was spotted at the bottom of cliffs at Fair...
Lifeboat rescues stranded boy from Fairhead rock face
An 11-year-old boy has been rescued after he became stranded on a rock face in Co Antrim at the weekend. The boy, who was said to be in a distressed state, was spotted at the bottom of cliffs at Fair...
UK National News, Aug 30, 2004
UN calls for action on Day of the Disappeared
The UN has marked the International Day of the Disappeared by appealing to all governments to end the security force clampdowns and armed banditry which has led to the disappearance of thousands. The...
UN calls for action on Day of the Disappeared
The UN has marked the International Day of the Disappeared by appealing to all governments to end the security force clampdowns and armed banditry which has led to the disappearance of thousands. The...
Northern Ireland News, Aug 30, 2004
Four injured in separate road incidents
Three people have been injured, one seriously, following a road traffic accident in Co Tyrone. One car was involved in the incident which occurred in the Lurganboy Road area of Castlederg in the earl...
Four injured in separate road incidents
Three people have been injured, one seriously, following a road traffic accident in Co Tyrone. One car was involved in the incident which occurred in the Lurganboy Road area of Castlederg in the earl...
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Northern Ireland WeatherToday:A mild and breezy Christmas Day. Also rather cloudy but mainly dry with a few bright or sunny spells developing, more especially over parts of Antrim and County Down. Maximum temperature 12 °C.Tonight:Cloudy, mainly dry at first this evening but then occasional outbreaks of rain developing overnight. Light southwest winds, and staying mild. Minimum temperature 9 °C.
