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Northern Ireland News for March 2005 : Page 6
UK National News, Mar 16, 2005
Conflicting reports over Diana's fatal car journey
The Cabinet Office has released a series of papers containing conflicting reports of why Diana, Princess of Wales, was in the car in which she died. The papers, which have been released under the Fre...
Conflicting reports over Diana's fatal car journey
The Cabinet Office has released a series of papers containing conflicting reports of why Diana, Princess of Wales, was in the car in which she died. The papers, which have been released under the Fre...
UK National News, Mar 16, 2005
Skydiver may have committed suicide
An inquest into the death of skydiver Stephen Hilder has found that he may have taken his own life. Mr Hilder, 20, from Hereford, fell 13,000ft to his death at Hibaldstow airfield in north Lincolnshi...
Skydiver may have committed suicide
An inquest into the death of skydiver Stephen Hilder has found that he may have taken his own life. Mr Hilder, 20, from Hereford, fell 13,000ft to his death at Hibaldstow airfield in north Lincolnshi...
Northern Ireland News, Mar 16, 2005
Minister announces funding package for women’s sector
Social Development Minister John Spellar has announced short-term funding of £1.1 million to support a number of women’s organisations who are facing financial difficulties. The funding will enable t...
Minister announces funding package for women’s sector
Social Development Minister John Spellar has announced short-term funding of £1.1 million to support a number of women’s organisations who are facing financial difficulties. The funding will enable t...
Northern Ireland News, Mar 16, 2005
Local business donations help world’s poorest regions
A number of Tyrone business owners are helping to transform the lives of children with special needs in one of the world’s poorest regions. Money donated by the businesses to University of Ulster aca...
Local business donations help world’s poorest regions
A number of Tyrone business owners are helping to transform the lives of children with special needs in one of the world’s poorest regions. Money donated by the businesses to University of Ulster aca...
UK National News, Mar 16, 2005
UK unemployment rises
The unemployment rate in the UK has risen, according to new figures published by the Office of National Statistics (ONS). The new figures showed that the number of unemployed people increased by 22,0...
UK unemployment rises
The unemployment rate in the UK has risen, according to new figures published by the Office of National Statistics (ONS). The new figures showed that the number of unemployed people increased by 22,0...
UK National News, Mar 15, 2005
Soham inquiry says "great deal" still needs to be done
The head of the inquiry set up following the murders of two young schoolgirls in Soham has said that "a great deal" still needs to be done to implement his most important recommendations. Sir Michael...
Soham inquiry says "great deal" still needs to be done
The head of the inquiry set up following the murders of two young schoolgirls in Soham has said that "a great deal" still needs to be done to implement his most important recommendations. Sir Michael...
UK National News, Mar 15, 2005
Cannibal killer receives two life sentences
A convicted killer who was caught as he prepared to eat parts of one of his victims has received two life sentences. Peter Bryan, 35, had pleaded guilty to manslaughter on the grounds of diminished r...
Cannibal killer receives two life sentences
A convicted killer who was caught as he prepared to eat parts of one of his victims has received two life sentences. Peter Bryan, 35, had pleaded guilty to manslaughter on the grounds of diminished r...
Northern Ireland News, Mar 15, 2005
St Patrick’s tourism project launched in Armagh
Plans for the St Patrick’s/Christian Heritage tourism signature project, which aims to develop the tourism package in the Armagh/Down area into an internationally recognised visitor attraction, were l...
St Patrick’s tourism project launched in Armagh
Plans for the St Patrick’s/Christian Heritage tourism signature project, which aims to develop the tourism package in the Armagh/Down area into an internationally recognised visitor attraction, were l...
UK National News, Mar 15, 2005
Mother accused of baby murders granted bail
A mother, who was jailed for killing her two children, has been granted bail by the Court of Appeal. Donna Anthony, 31, was convicted of the murder of her two children, Jordan and Michael, in Novembe...
Mother accused of baby murders granted bail
A mother, who was jailed for killing her two children, has been granted bail by the Court of Appeal. Donna Anthony, 31, was convicted of the murder of her two children, Jordan and Michael, in Novembe...
Northern Ireland News, Mar 15, 2005
NI textile industry hit with further jobs blow
Northern Ireland’s beleaguered textile industry has taken another blow with the news that 150 jobs are to go at Co Tyrone firm Adria. News of the cuts were leaked to the media last week, however mana...
NI textile industry hit with further jobs blow
Northern Ireland’s beleaguered textile industry has taken another blow with the news that 150 jobs are to go at Co Tyrone firm Adria. News of the cuts were leaked to the media last week, however mana...
UK National News, Mar 15, 2005
Prince Charles bans media from wedding
The media are to be banned from the wedding of Prince Charles and Camilla Parker-Bowles, it has been announced. Only thirty people, including Princes William and Harry, are expected to be present at ...
Prince Charles bans media from wedding
The media are to be banned from the wedding of Prince Charles and Camilla Parker-Bowles, it has been announced. Only thirty people, including Princes William and Harry, are expected to be present at ...
Northern Ireland News, Mar 15, 2005
Police launch murder inquiry in south Belfast
Police have launched a murder inquiry following the death of a man in south Belfast. The victim, who is thought to be of Chinese origin, was found with serious head injuries at a flat in Hampton Driv...
Police launch murder inquiry in south Belfast
Police have launched a murder inquiry following the death of a man in south Belfast. The victim, who is thought to be of Chinese origin, was found with serious head injuries at a flat in Hampton Driv...
UK National News, Mar 15, 2005
Missing air ambulance found on seabed
The search for an air ambulance that crashed into the sea off Campbeltown in Scotland has been called off following the discovery of wreckage on the seabed. The light aircraft disappeared from radar ...
Missing air ambulance found on seabed
The search for an air ambulance that crashed into the sea off Campbeltown in Scotland has been called off following the discovery of wreckage on the seabed. The light aircraft disappeared from radar ...
Northern Ireland News, Mar 15, 2005
McCartney family deny being used as political tool
Sinn Féin’s Martin McGuinness has claimed that the family of Robert McCartney are being politically manipulated as they continue the search for truth into their brothers death. Speaking on Monday, Mr...
McCartney family deny being used as political tool
Sinn Féin’s Martin McGuinness has claimed that the family of Robert McCartney are being politically manipulated as they continue the search for truth into their brothers death. Speaking on Monday, Mr...
UK National News, Mar 15, 2005
Car provides fresh clue in Milly Dowler murder
A red car has provided police with a fresh lead in the investigation into the murder of schoolgirl Amanda 'Milly' Dowler. Surrey police have launched an appeal for information regarding a red N-regis...
Car provides fresh clue in Milly Dowler murder
A red car has provided police with a fresh lead in the investigation into the murder of schoolgirl Amanda 'Milly' Dowler. Surrey police have launched an appeal for information regarding a red N-regis...
Northern Ireland News, Mar 15, 2005
NI WWII War heroes return to battlefields thanks to lottery
A Belfast war veteran who was part of the American army unit that liberated Dachau is set to return to Germany to take part in the 60th commemorations next month. A grant of the £525 from the Big Lot...
NI WWII War heroes return to battlefields thanks to lottery
A Belfast war veteran who was part of the American army unit that liberated Dachau is set to return to Germany to take part in the 60th commemorations next month. A grant of the £525 from the Big Lot...
UK National News, Mar 15, 2005
Cardinal supports Howard on abortion view
Cardinal Cormac Murphy O'Connor, Head of the Roman Catholic Church in England and Wales, has openly supported Conservative leader Michael Howard's personal stance on abortion. The Archbishop of Westm...
Cardinal supports Howard on abortion view
Cardinal Cormac Murphy O'Connor, Head of the Roman Catholic Church in England and Wales, has openly supported Conservative leader Michael Howard's personal stance on abortion. The Archbishop of Westm...
UK National News, Mar 15, 2005
'Negative preconceptions' being broken in schools
Barriers between the independent and state school sectors are being "broken down", according to a report by the Office of Standards in Education (Ofsted). The Ofsted report, which evaluated the impac...
'Negative preconceptions' being broken in schools
Barriers between the independent and state school sectors are being "broken down", according to a report by the Office of Standards in Education (Ofsted). The Ofsted report, which evaluated the impac...
Northern Ireland News, Mar 15, 2005
£1.5m Banbridge makeover gets official opening
A £1.5 million environmental improvement scheme that has helped to transform the appearance of Banbridge was officially opened today by Minister for Social Development, John Spellar. The investment i...
£1.5m Banbridge makeover gets official opening
A £1.5 million environmental improvement scheme that has helped to transform the appearance of Banbridge was officially opened today by Minister for Social Development, John Spellar. The investment i...
Northern Ireland News, Mar 15, 2005
Minister launches regional transport services consultation
Health Minister Angela Smith today outlined new proposals for the future of transport services for people who require non-emergency transport to and from hospital and other HPSS facilities. Welcoming...
Minister launches regional transport services consultation
Health Minister Angela Smith today outlined new proposals for the future of transport services for people who require non-emergency transport to and from hospital and other HPSS facilities. Welcoming...
Northern Ireland News, Mar 15, 2005
Queen’s to celebrate new series of 'Doctor Who'
A day-long event celebrating the classic science fiction series, Doctor Who, which is returning to British TV screens over the Easter period, will be held at Queen's University this weekend. Organise...
Queen’s to celebrate new series of 'Doctor Who'
A day-long event celebrating the classic science fiction series, Doctor Who, which is returning to British TV screens over the Easter period, will be held at Queen's University this weekend. Organise...
UK National News, Mar 15, 2005
BT measures to prevent internet dialler problems
BT has announced two new initiatives aimed at tackling internet dialler problems and helping customers protect themselves. The new products are designed to alert customers when their computer connect...
BT measures to prevent internet dialler problems
BT has announced two new initiatives aimed at tackling internet dialler problems and helping customers protect themselves. The new products are designed to alert customers when their computer connect...
UK National News, Mar 14, 2005
Army urged to crack down on bullying
The armed forces have been criticised over the way they handle cases of bullying in an MPs report. The report by the Commons Defence Select Committee accused the army of failing to "grasp the nettle ...
Army urged to crack down on bullying
The armed forces have been criticised over the way they handle cases of bullying in an MPs report. The report by the Commons Defence Select Committee accused the army of failing to "grasp the nettle ...
Northern Ireland News, Mar 14, 2005
SF sanctions ‘weak and feeble’ - Trimble
The financial sanctions imposed on Sinn Fein at Westminster last week have been labelled as “weak and feeble” by Ulster Unionist leader, David Trimble. Speaking in the House of Commons during a deba...
SF sanctions ‘weak and feeble’ - Trimble
The financial sanctions imposed on Sinn Fein at Westminster last week have been labelled as “weak and feeble” by Ulster Unionist leader, David Trimble. Speaking in the House of Commons during a deba...
Northern Ireland News, Mar 14, 2005
Police express concern at LVF graffiti link to missing woman
Police have expressed concern after loyalist graffiti was daubed on walls suggesting a link between missing Bangor woman Lisa Dorrian and the Loyalist Volunteer Force (LVF). Walls have been daubed wi...
Police express concern at LVF graffiti link to missing woman
Police have expressed concern after loyalist graffiti was daubed on walls suggesting a link between missing Bangor woman Lisa Dorrian and the Loyalist Volunteer Force (LVF). Walls have been daubed wi...
Northern Ireland News, Mar 14, 2005
Woman left in critical condition following stabbing
A woman has been left in a critical condition in hospital after she was stabbed at a house in west Belfast at the weekend. The victim, who is believed to be in her 40s, sustained chest wounds in the ...
Woman left in critical condition following stabbing
A woman has been left in a critical condition in hospital after she was stabbed at a house in west Belfast at the weekend. The victim, who is believed to be in her 40s, sustained chest wounds in the ...
UK National News, Mar 14, 2005
Man killed in alleged axe attack
A man has died after reportedly being attacked with an axe on a street in north London. Police were called to the scene in Eton Avenue, around 9:30am, following reports of a serious and violent incid...
Man killed in alleged axe attack
A man has died after reportedly being attacked with an axe on a street in north London. Police were called to the scene in Eton Avenue, around 9:30am, following reports of a serious and violent incid...
UK National News, Mar 14, 2005
Scarborough drowning tragedy victims named
A mother and her son who drowned in a tragic accident yesterday have been named as Kim Barrett, 33 and Luke Greenwood, 11. Coastguards are continuing to search for Ms Barrett's daughter, 13-year-old ...
Scarborough drowning tragedy victims named
A mother and her son who drowned in a tragic accident yesterday have been named as Kim Barrett, 33 and Luke Greenwood, 11. Coastguards are continuing to search for Ms Barrett's daughter, 13-year-old ...
UK National News, Mar 14, 2005
Lib Dems announce plans to cut 'unfair' health charges
Free eye and dental checks and an independent review of prescription charges have been pledged by the Liberal Democrats as they unveiled their health policy package. The party's policy also includes ...
Lib Dems announce plans to cut 'unfair' health charges
Free eye and dental checks and an independent review of prescription charges have been pledged by the Liberal Democrats as they unveiled their health policy package. The party's policy also includes ...
Northern Ireland News, Mar 14, 2005
Loyalties preventing witnesses coming forward say McCartney family
The family of Robert McCartney have said that “party loyalties or friendships” could be preventing witnesses from coming forward. Speaking on Monday after Sinn Fein member Cora Groogan revealed at th...
Loyalties preventing witnesses coming forward say McCartney family
The family of Robert McCartney have said that “party loyalties or friendships” could be preventing witnesses from coming forward. Speaking on Monday after Sinn Fein member Cora Groogan revealed at th...
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Northern Ireland WeatherToday:A cloudy day with a little light rain or drizzle at times, but some spells of drier weather too. The north coast may become somewhat brighter later this afternoon. Maximum temperature 11 °C.Tonight:Cloudy and patchy light rain will slowly clear away this evening. Then the rest of the night will be dry with broken cloud. Westerly winds freshening in the early hours. Minimum temperature 6 °C.
