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Northern Ireland News for August 2006 : Page 6
Northern Ireland News, Aug 21, 2006
Ear bitten during attack
Police have appealed for information after a 21-year-old man had part of his ear bitten off during an incident in Belfast city centre in the early hours of Saturday morning. The attack happened at ar...
Ear bitten during attack
Police have appealed for information after a 21-year-old man had part of his ear bitten off during an incident in Belfast city centre in the early hours of Saturday morning. The attack happened at ar...
UK National News, Aug 21, 2006
'More female MPs' for Conservatives
Conservative leader David Cameron has announced plans to increase the number of female parliamentary candidates in the party. Under the new arrangements, two of the final four candidates short-listed...
'More female MPs' for Conservatives
Conservative leader David Cameron has announced plans to increase the number of female parliamentary candidates in the party. Under the new arrangements, two of the final four candidates short-listed...
UK National News, Aug 21, 2006
Pakistan cricket captain charged after forfeit
Pakistan cricket captain Inzamam-ul-Haq has been charged with bringing the game into disrepute after forfeiting the Fourth Test against England. The match, at The Oval, was awarded to England on Sund...
Pakistan cricket captain charged after forfeit
Pakistan cricket captain Inzamam-ul-Haq has been charged with bringing the game into disrepute after forfeiting the Fourth Test against England. The match, at The Oval, was awarded to England on Sund...
Northern Ireland News, Aug 21, 2006
NCP awarded contract to enforce parking restrictions
The government has today announced the National Car Parks Ltd (NCP) has been awarded the contract for enforcing parking restrictions in Northern Ireland. This will allow the transfer of responsibilit...
NCP awarded contract to enforce parking restrictions
The government has today announced the National Car Parks Ltd (NCP) has been awarded the contract for enforcing parking restrictions in Northern Ireland. This will allow the transfer of responsibilit...
Northern Ireland News, Aug 21, 2006
NI vote registration campaign
A new voting register is to be compiled to identify who is entitled to vote in Northern Ireland elections. Due to the drop in number in voting since the annual electoral registration was instated, th...
NI vote registration campaign
A new voting register is to be compiled to identify who is entitled to vote in Northern Ireland elections. Due to the drop in number in voting since the annual electoral registration was instated, th...
UK National News, Aug 18, 2006
Bomb threat note forces plane to divert
A British passenger plane operated by Excel Airways en route from Gatwick to Egypt diverted to a southern Italian airport after the pilot reported that a bomb was suspected to be on board. Salvatore ...
Bomb threat note forces plane to divert
A British passenger plane operated by Excel Airways en route from Gatwick to Egypt diverted to a southern Italian airport after the pilot reported that a bomb was suspected to be on board. Salvatore ...
Recruitment News, Aug 18, 2006
Successful year for Army recruiters
Defence Minister Adam Ingram has revealed the results of a highly successful year for the Army’s recruiters. During a visit at the Army Foundation College in Harrogate, North Yorkshire, on Friday whe...
Successful year for Army recruiters
Defence Minister Adam Ingram has revealed the results of a highly successful year for the Army’s recruiters. During a visit at the Army Foundation College in Harrogate, North Yorkshire, on Friday whe...
Northern Ireland News, Aug 18, 2006
Motorist killed in digger collision
A motorist has died following a collision between a digger and a car in County Armagh. The 36-year-old man from Crossmaglen, who has not yet been named, was driving along the Edenard Road between New...
Motorist killed in digger collision
A motorist has died following a collision between a digger and a car in County Armagh. The 36-year-old man from Crossmaglen, who has not yet been named, was driving along the Edenard Road between New...
UK National News, Aug 18, 2006
Ryanair threatens action over airport security
Budget airline Ryanair is threatening to sue the government if normal airport security measures are not re-instated. Ryanair Chief Executive Michael O'Leary said that the measures restricting baggage...
Ryanair threatens action over airport security
Budget airline Ryanair is threatening to sue the government if normal airport security measures are not re-instated. Ryanair Chief Executive Michael O'Leary said that the measures restricting baggage...
Northern Ireland News, Aug 18, 2006
Holywood pensioner robbed
A pensioner has been mugged in Holywood as he walked through an underpass. The 80-year-old man was left shocked after he was knocked to the ground and had his wallet stolen in the Strand Avenue area ...
Holywood pensioner robbed
A pensioner has been mugged in Holywood as he walked through an underpass. The 80-year-old man was left shocked after he was knocked to the ground and had his wallet stolen in the Strand Avenue area ...
UK National News, Aug 18, 2006
UN seeks commitment for Lebanon peacekeeping force
United Nations Deputy Secretary-General Mark Malloch Brown has said there had been “a reasonable start” from United Nations Member States participating in a meeting of potential troop contributors for...
UN seeks commitment for Lebanon peacekeeping force
United Nations Deputy Secretary-General Mark Malloch Brown has said there had been “a reasonable start” from United Nations Member States participating in a meeting of potential troop contributors for...
UK National News, Aug 18, 2006
Saudis spend £10bn on Eurofighter
A £10 billion deal has been agreed with the Saudi Arabian government over the supply of the Eurofighter. The deal is a major boost to BAE and the major contract for the state-of-the-art fighter will ...
Saudis spend £10bn on Eurofighter
A £10 billion deal has been agreed with the Saudi Arabian government over the supply of the Eurofighter. The deal is a major boost to BAE and the major contract for the state-of-the-art fighter will ...
Northern Ireland News, Aug 18, 2006
Four escape petrol bomb attack
Four people have escaped injury following a petrol bomb attack in Killyleagh, County Down. The attack occurred at a house in Limetree Hollow in Killyleagh at around 11.45pm on Thursday evening. Two c...
Four escape petrol bomb attack
Four people have escaped injury following a petrol bomb attack in Killyleagh, County Down. The attack occurred at a house in Limetree Hollow in Killyleagh at around 11.45pm on Thursday evening. Two c...
Northern Ireland News, Aug 18, 2006
NI groups gain lottery windfall
Almost £800,000 has been awarded to 188 community projects across the province under the National Lottery’s 'Awards for All' small grants scheme. The grants, totalling £790,443, will benefit a variet...
NI groups gain lottery windfall
Almost £800,000 has been awarded to 188 community projects across the province under the National Lottery’s 'Awards for All' small grants scheme. The grants, totalling £790,443, will benefit a variet...
UK National News, Aug 18, 2006
Eating as risky as handheld phones while driving
Eating while driving nearly doubles the risk of having an accident while driving. Motorists tend to drive more slowly while eating, but are more likely not to stop in sufficient time to avoid a crash...
Eating as risky as handheld phones while driving
Eating while driving nearly doubles the risk of having an accident while driving. Motorists tend to drive more slowly while eating, but are more likely not to stop in sufficient time to avoid a crash...
Northern Ireland News, Aug 18, 2006
Council assure availability of City Hall
Belfast City Council has assured anyone who has booked a wedding or civil partnership ceremony between now and the end of June 2007 that their ceremony will go ahead as planned. The assurance comes a...
Council assure availability of City Hall
Belfast City Council has assured anyone who has booked a wedding or civil partnership ceremony between now and the end of June 2007 that their ceremony will go ahead as planned. The assurance comes a...
Recruitment News, Aug 18, 2006
Management Training With ILM
In today’s business driven society, managers need to constantly improve their skills and gain up-to-date information about new management techniques. Lisburn Institute is a key provider of Management...
Management Training With ILM
In today’s business driven society, managers need to constantly improve their skills and gain up-to-date information about new management techniques. Lisburn Institute is a key provider of Management...
Recruitment News, Aug 18, 2006
Minister Outlines Progress On Recognition Of The Term 'Accountant'
Irish Minister for Trade and Commerce, Michael Ahern, confirmed that the Irish Auditing and Accounting Supervisory Authority (IAASA) had reported to him on the results of its deliberations regarding t...
Minister Outlines Progress On Recognition Of The Term 'Accountant'
Irish Minister for Trade and Commerce, Michael Ahern, confirmed that the Irish Auditing and Accounting Supervisory Authority (IAASA) had reported to him on the results of its deliberations regarding t...
Recruitment News, Aug 18, 2006
Get A Result With The Careers Service
Northern Ireland's Careers Service is urging post exam students to take advantage of the professional advice and guidance it offers. Highlighting the importance of making informed decisions following...
Get A Result With The Careers Service
Northern Ireland's Careers Service is urging post exam students to take advantage of the professional advice and guidance it offers. Highlighting the importance of making informed decisions following...
Northern Ireland News, Aug 18, 2006
Surfers rescued off Portrush
Two young children and a man had to be rescued from the sea off Portrush after getting into difficulties while surfing on Thursday. The three were recovered by Portrush Inshore Lifeboat in a resue op...
Surfers rescued off Portrush
Two young children and a man had to be rescued from the sea off Portrush after getting into difficulties while surfing on Thursday. The three were recovered by Portrush Inshore Lifeboat in a resue op...
Northern Ireland News, Aug 18, 2006
Body found in Ballyboley forest
Police are investigating the circumstances surrounding the discovery of a man's body in Ballyboley Forest near Larne. It is understood that police officers were conducting a search of the forest, whi...
Body found in Ballyboley forest
Police are investigating the circumstances surrounding the discovery of a man's body in Ballyboley Forest near Larne. It is understood that police officers were conducting a search of the forest, whi...
Northern Ireland News, Aug 18, 2006
UTV merger approach to SMG
UTV have confirmed that it has approached SMG with a merger proposal. Following press speculation about the possible merger, a spokesperson for UTV stressed: "Discussions are at an early stage and th...
UTV merger approach to SMG
UTV have confirmed that it has approached SMG with a merger proposal. Following press speculation about the possible merger, a spokesperson for UTV stressed: "Discussions are at an early stage and th...
UK National News, Aug 18, 2006
UTV confirm merger approach to SMG at 'early stage'
UTV have confirmed that it has approached SMG with a merger proposal. Following press speculation about the possible merger, a spokesperson for UTV stressed: "Discussions are at an early stage and th...
UTV confirm merger approach to SMG at 'early stage'
UTV have confirmed that it has approached SMG with a merger proposal. Following press speculation about the possible merger, a spokesperson for UTV stressed: "Discussions are at an early stage and th...
UK National News, Aug 17, 2006
Police granted extra time to question 'bomb' suspects
Police conducting the investigation into an alleged bombing conspiracy on UK flights have been granted more time to question 23 suspects currently being held in custody. The court granted between fiv...
Police granted extra time to question 'bomb' suspects
Police conducting the investigation into an alleged bombing conspiracy on UK flights have been granted more time to question 23 suspects currently being held in custody. The court granted between fiv...
UK National News, Aug 17, 2006
Maths grades fuel A-level success
Results published today have revealed an increase in the number of candidates achieving A grades has risen by 1.3%, up from 22.8% last year to 24.1% in this year's A Level results. Marked out as cont...
Maths grades fuel A-level success
Results published today have revealed an increase in the number of candidates achieving A grades has risen by 1.3%, up from 22.8% last year to 24.1% in this year's A Level results. Marked out as cont...
UK National News, Aug 17, 2006
Powergen announce further gas and electricity price rises
Powergen has become the lastest major energy supplier to raise prices for its residential customers for a second time this year. Powergen’s electricity and gas prices will rise by 9.7% and 18.4% resp...
Powergen announce further gas and electricity price rises
Powergen has become the lastest major energy supplier to raise prices for its residential customers for a second time this year. Powergen’s electricity and gas prices will rise by 9.7% and 18.4% resp...
UK National News, Aug 17, 2006
Fatal injuries to British workers at record low
Figures from the the Health and Safety Commission (HSC) published today have revealed that fatalities at work are at a new low. While the annual fatal injury statistics showed the lowest fatal injuri...
Fatal injuries to British workers at record low
Figures from the the Health and Safety Commission (HSC) published today have revealed that fatalities at work are at a new low. While the annual fatal injury statistics showed the lowest fatal injuri...
Northern Ireland News, Aug 17, 2006
NI pupils remain at top in A-level results
Northern Ireland A-level students have continued to stay a step ahead of their peers in England and Wales, today's results have revealed. Since last year, the overall pass rate of A-E grades has rise...
NI pupils remain at top in A-level results
Northern Ireland A-level students have continued to stay a step ahead of their peers in England and Wales, today's results have revealed. Since last year, the overall pass rate of A-E grades has rise...
Northern Ireland News, Aug 17, 2006
Funeral held for wife of Darren Clarke
The funeral of the wife of Irish Ryder Cup star Darren Clarke, has taken place today. Stars from throughout the sporting world attended the funeral of Heather Clarke, in Ballywillan Presbyterian Chur...
Funeral held for wife of Darren Clarke
The funeral of the wife of Irish Ryder Cup star Darren Clarke, has taken place today. Stars from throughout the sporting world attended the funeral of Heather Clarke, in Ballywillan Presbyterian Chur...
Northern Ireland News, Aug 17, 2006
House attacked by arsonists in Lurgan
Police in County Armagh are investigating an arson attack on a house in the area yesterday evening. The incident happened at around 11.35pm, when neighbours noticed that a pram and wheelie bin had be...
House attacked by arsonists in Lurgan
Police in County Armagh are investigating an arson attack on a house in the area yesterday evening. The incident happened at around 11.35pm, when neighbours noticed that a pram and wheelie bin had be...
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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.
