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Northern Ireland News for February 2009 : Page 3
UK National News, Feb 25, 2009
Britain Experienced 'Coldest Winter For A Decade'
Mild weather is expected to see out what remains of winter, the Met Office has said. However, despite this, it is expected to be the coldest UK winter since 1995/96, the provisional Met figures has ...
Britain Experienced 'Coldest Winter For A Decade'
Mild weather is expected to see out what remains of winter, the Met Office has said. However, despite this, it is expected to be the coldest UK winter since 1995/96, the provisional Met figures has ...
UK National News, Feb 25, 2009
Town Halls Revise Down Council Tax As Recession Bites
Town halls are revising this year's council tax rises to help hard-pressed residents deal with their bills, new research published today shows. The Local Government Association (LGA), which represent...
Town Halls Revise Down Council Tax As Recession Bites
Town halls are revising this year's council tax rises to help hard-pressed residents deal with their bills, new research published today shows. The Local Government Association (LGA), which represent...
Northern Ireland News, Feb 25, 2009
Projecting Success At Belfast Film Festival
Stars of the big screen, Sir Ben Kingsley and Harry Potter actor Rupert Grint as well as Ulster actor James Nesbitt are among those set to attend the Belfast Film Festival at the end of March. The ev...
Projecting Success At Belfast Film Festival
Stars of the big screen, Sir Ben Kingsley and Harry Potter actor Rupert Grint as well as Ulster actor James Nesbitt are among those set to attend the Belfast Film Festival at the end of March. The ev...
Northern Ireland News, Feb 25, 2009
Fish Death Polluters 'Let Off The Hook'
A failure to detect and prosecute those responsible for a huge fresh water fish kill last year has been slammed. Alliance Sustainability Spokesperson Cllr Alan Lawther said those responsible for such...
Fish Death Polluters 'Let Off The Hook'
A failure to detect and prosecute those responsible for a huge fresh water fish kill last year has been slammed. Alliance Sustainability Spokesperson Cllr Alan Lawther said those responsible for such...
UK National News, Feb 25, 2009
Pay As You Go 'Pays Off'
The landscape of the mobile phone market is set to alter dramatically in coming months as 6.5 million users consider switching from a mobile phone contract to a Pay As You Go (PAYG) option because of ...
Pay As You Go 'Pays Off'
The landscape of the mobile phone market is set to alter dramatically in coming months as 6.5 million users consider switching from a mobile phone contract to a Pay As You Go (PAYG) option because of ...
UK National News, Feb 25, 2009
Other News In Brief
Three Soldiers killed In Afghanistan Blast Three British soldiers have been killed in a blast in Afghanistan, the Ministry of Defence (MoD) has confirmed. The troops, from 1st Battalion The Rifles, d...
Other News In Brief
Three Soldiers killed In Afghanistan Blast Three British soldiers have been killed in a blast in Afghanistan, the Ministry of Defence (MoD) has confirmed. The troops, from 1st Battalion The Rifles, d...
Northern Ireland News, Feb 25, 2009
Downpatrick Masterplan Consultants Appointed
Consultants have been appointed to develop the masterplan for Downpatrick town centre, the NI Regeneration Minister has revealed. Margaret Ritchie said the consultants will advise on transportation,...
Downpatrick Masterplan Consultants Appointed
Consultants have been appointed to develop the masterplan for Downpatrick town centre, the NI Regeneration Minister has revealed. Margaret Ritchie said the consultants will advise on transportation,...
Business News, Feb 25, 2009
Downpatrick Masterplan Consultants Appointed
Consultants have been appointed to develop the masterplan for Downpatrick town centre, the Regeneration Minister has revealed. Margaret Ritchie said the consultants will advise on transportation, ac...
Downpatrick Masterplan Consultants Appointed
Consultants have been appointed to develop the masterplan for Downpatrick town centre, the Regeneration Minister has revealed. Margaret Ritchie said the consultants will advise on transportation, ac...
Northern Ireland News, Feb 25, 2009
NI Concrete Firm Looks To Netherlands
A Ballymena concrete firm had its sights set on Europe while on a recent visit to the Netherlands with NI Enterprise Minister Arlene Foster. Moore Concrete Products Ltd, which supplies precast concr...
NI Concrete Firm Looks To Netherlands
A Ballymena concrete firm had its sights set on Europe while on a recent visit to the Netherlands with NI Enterprise Minister Arlene Foster. Moore Concrete Products Ltd, which supplies precast concr...
Northern Ireland News, Feb 25, 2009
Other NI News In Brief
Shop Raids Targeted Following a spate of robberies in convenience shops across Newtownabbey, Alliance Councillor Tom Campbell (pictured) has organised a meeting between the police, the District Polic...
Other NI News In Brief
Shop Raids Targeted Following a spate of robberies in convenience shops across Newtownabbey, Alliance Councillor Tom Campbell (pictured) has organised a meeting between the police, the District Polic...
Business News, Feb 24, 2009
Local MP 'Joins' Runway Debate
The East Belfast MP Peter Robinson has joined the debate over the proposed extension of the runway at George Best Belfast City Airport. However, he has signalled neither his own support or opposition...
Local MP 'Joins' Runway Debate
The East Belfast MP Peter Robinson has joined the debate over the proposed extension of the runway at George Best Belfast City Airport. However, he has signalled neither his own support or opposition...
Northern Ireland News, Feb 24, 2009
Local MP 'Joins' Runway Debate
The East Belfast MP Peter Robinson has joined the debate over the proposed extension of the runway at George Best Belfast City Airport. However, he has signalled neither his own support or opposition...
Local MP 'Joins' Runway Debate
The East Belfast MP Peter Robinson has joined the debate over the proposed extension of the runway at George Best Belfast City Airport. However, he has signalled neither his own support or opposition...
Recruitment News, Feb 24, 2009
Bus Builders To Shed Over 200 Posts
Despite being the UK's largest coachbuilder, a Co Antrim manufacturer has revealed planned redundancies for well over 200 staff. After Wrightbus workers were called to a series of lunchtime meetings ...
Bus Builders To Shed Over 200 Posts
Despite being the UK's largest coachbuilder, a Co Antrim manufacturer has revealed planned redundancies for well over 200 staff. After Wrightbus workers were called to a series of lunchtime meetings ...
UK National News, Feb 24, 2009
Lubbock Police 'Lost Evidence', Report Finds
Police investigating the death of a man who was found dead in Michael barrymore's swimming pool, lost crucial pieces of evicence, an official report has found. Stuart Lubbock, 31, of Harlow, Essex, d...
Lubbock Police 'Lost Evidence', Report Finds
Police investigating the death of a man who was found dead in Michael barrymore's swimming pool, lost crucial pieces of evicence, an official report has found. Stuart Lubbock, 31, of Harlow, Essex, d...
Northern Ireland News, Feb 24, 2009
Bus Builders To Shed Over 200 Posts
Despite being the UK's largest coachbuilder, a Co Antrim manufacturer has revealed planned redundancies for well over 200 staff. After Wrightbus workers were called to a series of lunchtime meetings ...
Bus Builders To Shed Over 200 Posts
Despite being the UK's largest coachbuilder, a Co Antrim manufacturer has revealed planned redundancies for well over 200 staff. After Wrightbus workers were called to a series of lunchtime meetings ...
UK National News, Feb 24, 2009
Man United Star Robbed Ahead Of Champions League Game
Robbers have targeted the home of Manchester United player Darren Fletcher, just hours after he flew to Italy ahead of the club side's Champions League game. The gang broke into the midfielder's fami...
Man United Star Robbed Ahead Of Champions League Game
Robbers have targeted the home of Manchester United player Darren Fletcher, just hours after he flew to Italy ahead of the club side's Champions League game. The gang broke into the midfielder's fami...
Northern Ireland News, Feb 24, 2009
Court Given 'Tagging' Option
'Big Brother' is coming to Northern Ireland with the imminent introduction of a system of electronic monitoring for criminals. Tagging, as it is more commonly known, is set to play a significant role...
Court Given 'Tagging' Option
'Big Brother' is coming to Northern Ireland with the imminent introduction of a system of electronic monitoring for criminals. Tagging, as it is more commonly known, is set to play a significant role...
Northern Ireland News, Feb 24, 2009
Bog Meadows Search Underway For Boys' Remains
There has been a call for sensitivity from a local politician as police forensic teams today began examining ground close to the Bog Meadows wildlife sanctuary in west Belfast. Police were carrying o...
Bog Meadows Search Underway For Boys' Remains
There has been a call for sensitivity from a local politician as police forensic teams today began examining ground close to the Bog Meadows wildlife sanctuary in west Belfast. Police were carrying o...
Northern Ireland News, Feb 24, 2009
NI House Price Falls Hit '80s Low
Average house prices in Northern Ireland fell sharply in the final quarter of 2008, according to the latest University of Ulster house price index - but there are some signs more buyers are now enteri...
NI House Price Falls Hit '80s Low
Average house prices in Northern Ireland fell sharply in the final quarter of 2008, according to the latest University of Ulster house price index - but there are some signs more buyers are now enteri...
Recruitment News, Feb 24, 2009
Vodafone To Axe 500 British Jobs
Mobile phone operator Vodafone is to cut around 500 jobs in the UK, it has been confirmed. The world's largest mobile phone company made the announcement, as the group looks for £1 billion of cost sa...
Vodafone To Axe 500 British Jobs
Mobile phone operator Vodafone is to cut around 500 jobs in the UK, it has been confirmed. The world's largest mobile phone company made the announcement, as the group looks for £1 billion of cost sa...
Recruitment News, Feb 24, 2009
One In Ten Workers 'Considering Career In Teaching'
Teaching is experiencing its biggest recruitment boom for years with one in ten workers considering a career in teaching, according to statistics from the Training and Development Agency for Schools (...
One In Ten Workers 'Considering Career In Teaching'
Teaching is experiencing its biggest recruitment boom for years with one in ten workers considering a career in teaching, according to statistics from the Training and Development Agency for Schools (...
UK National News, Feb 24, 2009
Drug Arrest Briton 'Thought He Was Carrying Diamonds'
A British man arrested at an airport in Venezuela has reportedly claimed he thought he was carrying diamonds not cocaine. Paul Mackin, and his ex-wife Laura, both 31, were arrested on February 16 for...
Drug Arrest Briton 'Thought He Was Carrying Diamonds'
A British man arrested at an airport in Venezuela has reportedly claimed he thought he was carrying diamonds not cocaine. Paul Mackin, and his ex-wife Laura, both 31, were arrested on February 16 for...
UK National News, Feb 24, 2009
Union Members Protest Against Post Office Part-Privatisation
Hundreds of postal workers are staging a protest against Government plans to sell off 30% of Royal Mail. Members of the Communication Workers Union (CWU) from across the country have gathered at West...
Union Members Protest Against Post Office Part-Privatisation
Hundreds of postal workers are staging a protest against Government plans to sell off 30% of Royal Mail. Members of the Communication Workers Union (CWU) from across the country have gathered at West...
UK National News, Feb 24, 2009
Conservatives Hold Lead
The Tory Party has held it's 12-point lead over the government in the latest national opinion poll, it has been revealed. Current support would give David Cameron's party a working majority in Parli...
Conservatives Hold Lead
The Tory Party has held it's 12-point lead over the government in the latest national opinion poll, it has been revealed. Current support would give David Cameron's party a working majority in Parli...
Northern Ireland News, Feb 24, 2009
Devolution Of Policing And Justice Moves Closer
Policing and justice matters look set to come under the remit of Stormont MLAs soon. NIO Secretary of State Shaun Woodward has underlined Westminster's continuing move toward the overall hand over of...
Devolution Of Policing And Justice Moves Closer
Policing and justice matters look set to come under the remit of Stormont MLAs soon. NIO Secretary of State Shaun Woodward has underlined Westminster's continuing move toward the overall hand over of...
UK National News, Feb 24, 2009
Government Outlines New Plans For Achieving Race Equality In The UK
A wide-reaching consultation on improving opportunities for black, asian and minority ethnic people was announced today by Communities Secretary Hazel Blears. A new report demonstrates that the Gover...
Government Outlines New Plans For Achieving Race Equality In The UK
A wide-reaching consultation on improving opportunities for black, asian and minority ethnic people was announced today by Communities Secretary Hazel Blears. A new report demonstrates that the Gover...
Northern Ireland News, Feb 24, 2009
Prison Officer Death Mystery
The man who died in suspicious circumstances in Co Londonderry at the weekend has been revealed to have been a long-serving NI prison officer. The Magherafelt victim William Guy, 47, had lived with h...
Prison Officer Death Mystery
The man who died in suspicious circumstances in Co Londonderry at the weekend has been revealed to have been a long-serving NI prison officer. The Magherafelt victim William Guy, 47, had lived with h...
Northern Ireland News, Feb 24, 2009
'Watching Brief' Escapes Prison
A Belfast-based solicitor who attempted voyeurism by filming a young woman changing in a leisure centre cubicle has escaped a prison sentence. Richie MacRitchie (33) was instead handed a suspended fo...
'Watching Brief' Escapes Prison
A Belfast-based solicitor who attempted voyeurism by filming a young woman changing in a leisure centre cubicle has escaped a prison sentence. Richie MacRitchie (33) was instead handed a suspended fo...
UK National News, Feb 24, 2009
Trawlermen Consultation Launched
The Government today launched a consultation on its new scheme to compensate trawlermen who lost their livelihoods following the 1970s 'Cod Wars'. The consultation runs until 22 May. The Government i...
Trawlermen Consultation Launched
The Government today launched a consultation on its new scheme to compensate trawlermen who lost their livelihoods following the 1970s 'Cod Wars'. The consultation runs until 22 May. The Government i...
Northern Ireland News, Feb 24, 2009
Ballymena Gun Attack Under Investigation
Detectives are trying to establish a motive for an overnght gun attack in Co Antrim. They have appealed for any witnesses to the shooting to contact them after four shots were fired at a property in ...
Ballymena Gun Attack Under Investigation
Detectives are trying to establish a motive for an overnght gun attack in Co Antrim. They have appealed for any witnesses to the shooting to contact them after four shots were fired at a property in ...
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Northern Ireland WeatherToday:A cloudy day with outbreaks of mainly light rain at times, although there may be the odd heavier burst. Driest in the south and east during the afternoon. Moderate southwesterly winds. Maximum temperature 11 °C.Tonight:Staying cloudy throughout the evening and overnight period with a little rain or drizzle at times. Mild overnight with light winds. Minimum temperature 7 °C.
