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Northern Ireland News for September 2004 : Page 8
UK National News, Sep 14, 2004
Boots set to withdraw unprofitable services
Some Boots staff face an uncertain future today after the company announced that it is to close its laser eye correction, dentistry, chiropody and laser hair removal businesses. The announcement will...
Boots set to withdraw unprofitable services
Some Boots staff face an uncertain future today after the company announced that it is to close its laser eye correction, dentistry, chiropody and laser hair removal businesses. The announcement will...
Northern Ireland News, Sep 14, 2004
Youth remanded in custody following road death
A 17-year-old youth has been remanded in custody in connection with the death of an elderly man in Co Down on Monday. Patrick McVicker, 69, from Lisvarna Heights in the Lower Falls area of Belfast, d...
Youth remanded in custody following road death
A 17-year-old youth has been remanded in custody in connection with the death of an elderly man in Co Down on Monday. Patrick McVicker, 69, from Lisvarna Heights in the Lower Falls area of Belfast, d...
Northern Ireland News, Sep 14, 2004
Two children injured after bus is stoned
Police are appealing for information after two children were injured when their bus was stoned in Co Antrim yesterday. The incident occurred at the junction of the Antrim Road and Ballyclare Road in ...
Two children injured after bus is stoned
Police are appealing for information after two children were injured when their bus was stoned in Co Antrim yesterday. The incident occurred at the junction of the Antrim Road and Ballyclare Road in ...
Northern Ireland News, Sep 14, 2004
Governments purchase site for autism centre
A joint venture between the British and Irish governments has seen the purchase of a new site for the development of a centre of excellence for autism in Northern Ireland. The Middletown Centre for A...
Governments purchase site for autism centre
A joint venture between the British and Irish governments has seen the purchase of a new site for the development of a centre of excellence for autism in Northern Ireland. The Middletown Centre for A...
Northern Ireland News, Sep 14, 2004
Man accused of sword attack released on bail
A man accused of attempting to murder two men in Newry with a samurai sword has been released on bail. Mark McNulty, 22, of Canal Street in Newry, was accused of stabbing the two men with a sword, as...
Man accused of sword attack released on bail
A man accused of attempting to murder two men in Newry with a samurai sword has been released on bail. Mark McNulty, 22, of Canal Street in Newry, was accused of stabbing the two men with a sword, as...
UK National News, Sep 14, 2004
Guidelines highlight occupational asthma link
Doctors and practice nurses were today called on to identify the possible cause of asthma when diagnosing patients, especially where the disease may be traced to the workplace. New guidelines issued...
Guidelines highlight occupational asthma link
Doctors and practice nurses were today called on to identify the possible cause of asthma when diagnosing patients, especially where the disease may be traced to the workplace. New guidelines issued...
UK National News, Sep 14, 2004
Goggins hails UK's child internet and mobile safety record
Britain continues to lead the world in internet and mobile safety as a result of the "collaborative approach and shared understanding of stakeholders working together to keep young people safe", Home ...
Goggins hails UK's child internet and mobile safety record
Britain continues to lead the world in internet and mobile safety as a result of the "collaborative approach and shared understanding of stakeholders working together to keep young people safe", Home ...
UK National News, Sep 14, 2004
New project to clean up Iraq's ecological 'hot spots'
A pilot project to investigate Iraq's ecological “hot spots” ranging from chemical spills and oil discharges to contaminated food seeds and sulphur fallout has been unveiled today. In a long-term pla...
New project to clean up Iraq's ecological 'hot spots'
A pilot project to investigate Iraq's ecological “hot spots” ranging from chemical spills and oil discharges to contaminated food seeds and sulphur fallout has been unveiled today. In a long-term pla...
Northern Ireland News, Sep 14, 2004
Cross-border waste awareness campaign launched
The British and Irish governments have launched a major advertising campaign today aimed at highlighting the benefits of reducing, recycling and re-using waste. The €2.5 million (£1.7 million) joint ...
Cross-border waste awareness campaign launched
The British and Irish governments have launched a major advertising campaign today aimed at highlighting the benefits of reducing, recycling and re-using waste. The €2.5 million (£1.7 million) joint ...
Northern Ireland News, Sep 14, 2004
DSD welcomes 'greater accuracy' in benefit payments
The Department for Social Development (DSD) has today welcomed the results of an independent survey which found that there is greater accuracy in the assessment of social security payments. Published...
DSD welcomes 'greater accuracy' in benefit payments
The Department for Social Development (DSD) has today welcomed the results of an independent survey which found that there is greater accuracy in the assessment of social security payments. Published...
Northern Ireland News, Sep 14, 2004
More NI companies set to boost staff numbers: survey
Demand for workers continues to grow in Northern Ireland, with 10% more businesses looking to recruit staff this quarter than for the same period last year, according to a new survey published today. ...
More NI companies set to boost staff numbers: survey
Demand for workers continues to grow in Northern Ireland, with 10% more businesses looking to recruit staff this quarter than for the same period last year, according to a new survey published today. ...
Northern Ireland News, Sep 14, 2004
Fast disappearing red squirrel on show at Fermanagh reserve
The red squirrel, an increasingly rare sight in Northern Ireland's countryside due to the success of its North American grey rival, will be on show for local wildlife enthusiasts in Co Fermanagh this ...
Fast disappearing red squirrel on show at Fermanagh reserve
The red squirrel, an increasingly rare sight in Northern Ireland's countryside due to the success of its North American grey rival, will be on show for local wildlife enthusiasts in Co Fermanagh this ...
UK National News, Sep 13, 2004
'Environmental' Tories slam Blair over climate change failures
Labour has squandered the chance to face up to the challenge of climate change and Tony Blair must bear the consequences for failing to persuade the US to curb its CO2 emissions, Tory leader Michael H...
'Environmental' Tories slam Blair over climate change failures
Labour has squandered the chance to face up to the challenge of climate change and Tony Blair must bear the consequences for failing to persuade the US to curb its CO2 emissions, Tory leader Michael H...
UK National News, Sep 13, 2004
British consumers urged to reduce salt intake
British consumers have been warned that they are endangering their health by eating too much salt – with men most at risk as they take almost twice the daily recommended limit. Launching a major publ...
British consumers urged to reduce salt intake
British consumers have been warned that they are endangering their health by eating too much salt – with men most at risk as they take almost twice the daily recommended limit. Launching a major publ...
UK National News, Sep 13, 2004
Union threatens strike action over civil service job cuts
Britain's largest civil service union, the Public and Commercial Services Union (PCS), will ballot 290,000 members next month for a one-day national strike in protest at government plans to axe over 1...
Union threatens strike action over civil service job cuts
Britain's largest civil service union, the Public and Commercial Services Union (PCS), will ballot 290,000 members next month for a one-day national strike in protest at government plans to axe over 1...
Northern Ireland News, Sep 13, 2004
Former RUC informer pleads guilty to Finucane murder
The man accused of murdering Belfast solicitor Pat Finucane more than 15 years ago has pleaded guilty to the charge. Ken Barrett, 41, made his guilty plea during the opening day trial of Mr Finucane'...
Former RUC informer pleads guilty to Finucane murder
The man accused of murdering Belfast solicitor Pat Finucane more than 15 years ago has pleaded guilty to the charge. Ken Barrett, 41, made his guilty plea during the opening day trial of Mr Finucane'...
UK National News, Sep 13, 2004
UK minister to visit crisis-hit Sudan
Foreign Minister Chris Mullan is set to begin a five-day visit to Sudan tomorrow in order to "look in depth at the humanitarian and political situation" in the crisis-hit Darfur region. Mr Mullin, Mi...
UK minister to visit crisis-hit Sudan
Foreign Minister Chris Mullan is set to begin a five-day visit to Sudan tomorrow in order to "look in depth at the humanitarian and political situation" in the crisis-hit Darfur region. Mr Mullin, Mi...
Northern Ireland News, Sep 13, 2004
Civil service pay dispute is resolved
Northern Ireland's civil service pay dispute has ended after a deal was reached between the government and workers, it has been announced today. Public service union, Nipsa, said its members had deci...
Civil service pay dispute is resolved
Northern Ireland's civil service pay dispute has ended after a deal was reached between the government and workers, it has been announced today. Public service union, Nipsa, said its members had deci...
UK National News, Sep 13, 2004
WWI Veteran honours fallen comrades at St Omer
Ninety years after his sojourn in France with the Royal Naval Air Service during the First World War, 108-year-old British veteran Henry Allingham made his first return trip at the weekend. Mr Alling...
WWI Veteran honours fallen comrades at St Omer
Ninety years after his sojourn in France with the Royal Naval Air Service during the First World War, 108-year-old British veteran Henry Allingham made his first return trip at the weekend. Mr Alling...
UK National News, Sep 13, 2004
CBI and TUC lock horns over 'vexatious' employment tribunals
More than two-thirds of businesses believe that the number of "weak or vexatious" employment tribunals brought against employers has increased in recent years, according to a CBI survey. The latest a...
CBI and TUC lock horns over 'vexatious' employment tribunals
More than two-thirds of businesses believe that the number of "weak or vexatious" employment tribunals brought against employers has increased in recent years, according to a CBI survey. The latest a...
UK National News, Sep 13, 2004
Cuba braces itself for arrival of Hurricane Ivan
Cayman Island residents have become the latest casualties of hurricane Ivan's destructive forces as it continues to power its way towards Cuba. Much of the main island, Grand Cayman and its internati...
Cuba braces itself for arrival of Hurricane Ivan
Cayman Island residents have become the latest casualties of hurricane Ivan's destructive forces as it continues to power its way towards Cuba. Much of the main island, Grand Cayman and its internati...
Northern Ireland News, Sep 13, 2004
Government announces water bill charge plans
Northern Ireland households will be expected to pay between £315 and £415 when water charges are introduced in less than two years time. NIO Minister John Spellar announced the news today saying the ...
Government announces water bill charge plans
Northern Ireland households will be expected to pay between £315 and £415 when water charges are introduced in less than two years time. NIO Minister John Spellar announced the news today saying the ...
Northern Ireland News, Sep 13, 2004
Motorcyclist dies in road collision
A man has died after his motorcycle collided with a car in Co Armagh at the weekend. The man was travelling along the Gosford Road in Markethill at about 11pm on Sunday when the accident occurred. Th...
Motorcyclist dies in road collision
A man has died after his motorcycle collided with a car in Co Armagh at the weekend. The man was travelling along the Gosford Road in Markethill at about 11pm on Sunday when the accident occurred. Th...
UK National News, Sep 13, 2004
Government reports hail 'progress' in poverty and social exclusion
Two new government reports published today have shown that "progress is being made in tackling poverty and social exclusion", according to a Downing Street spokesperson. One report from the Departmen...
Government reports hail 'progress' in poverty and social exclusion
Two new government reports published today have shown that "progress is being made in tackling poverty and social exclusion", according to a Downing Street spokesperson. One report from the Departmen...
UK National News, Sep 13, 2004
Weather warning sees drivers advised to take extra care
Road users across England are being warned to take extra care when driving this week as strong winds and heavy rain are predicted to cause havoc for the nation's travellers. With poor weather forecas...
Weather warning sees drivers advised to take extra care
Road users across England are being warned to take extra care when driving this week as strong winds and heavy rain are predicted to cause havoc for the nation's travellers. With poor weather forecas...
Northern Ireland News, Sep 13, 2004
Canadian authorities to aid NI Trading Standards in lottery scam
Trading Standards officers in Northern Ireland have begun working alongside their Canadian counterparts to help tackle a lottery scam which is targeting UK homes. Thousands of UK residents have falle...
Canadian authorities to aid NI Trading Standards in lottery scam
Trading Standards officers in Northern Ireland have begun working alongside their Canadian counterparts to help tackle a lottery scam which is targeting UK homes. Thousands of UK residents have falle...
Northern Ireland News, Sep 13, 2004
Lord Coe enlists NI support for London's Olympic bid
Northern Ireland stands to make huge financial gains if London is successful in its bid to stage the 2012 Olympics and Paralympics, according to Sports Minister, Angela Smith. Ms Smith made her sta...
Lord Coe enlists NI support for London's Olympic bid
Northern Ireland stands to make huge financial gains if London is successful in its bid to stage the 2012 Olympics and Paralympics, according to Sports Minister, Angela Smith. Ms Smith made her sta...
Northern Ireland News, Sep 13, 2004
Social economy sector 'to prosper' under new strategy
NIO Minister Barry Gardiner has today unveiled a three-pronged social economy plan designed to boost the sector's small businesses. Launching the three-year plan, the Economy Minister said that socia...
Social economy sector 'to prosper' under new strategy
NIO Minister Barry Gardiner has today unveiled a three-pronged social economy plan designed to boost the sector's small businesses. Launching the three-year plan, the Economy Minister said that socia...
Northern Ireland News, Sep 13, 2004
Newsagent staff threatened in Co Antrim
Staff have been threatened at two branches of a newsagents in Co Antrim at the weekend. The incidents occurred at shops in William Street and Broughshane Street in Ballymena at around 9am on Sunday. ...
Newsagent staff threatened in Co Antrim
Staff have been threatened at two branches of a newsagents in Co Antrim at the weekend. The incidents occurred at shops in William Street and Broughshane Street in Ballymena at around 9am on Sunday. ...
UK National News, Sep 13, 2004
New scheme set to nurture UK's sporting talent
A new multi-million pound initiative set up to enable young people to continue their sporting careers after leaving school has been launched by the government today. Around 800 young men and women ...
New scheme set to nurture UK's sporting talent
A new multi-million pound initiative set up to enable young people to continue their sporting careers after leaving school has been launched by the government today. Around 800 young men and women ...
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Northern Ireland WeatherToday:This morning will be dry and rather cloudy, a little brightness here and there. Remaining dry this afternoon but still often cloudy. Fresh to strong westerly winds. Mild. Maximum temperature 11 °C.Tonight:This evening will be dry. Then the rest of the night will be mainly dry and mostly cloudy, although rain may reach the north coast later. Windy. Minimum temperature 7 °C.
