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Northern Ireland News for March 2013 : Page 12
Recruitment News, Mar 6, 2013
1,600 New Jobs To Be Created In High Potential Start-Ups
The Minister for Small Business John Perry T.D., has opened the Enterprise Ireland High Potential Start Ups Showcase, featuring the 97 new start-up companies supported by Government through Enterprise...
1,600 New Jobs To Be Created In High Potential Start-Ups
The Minister for Small Business John Perry T.D., has opened the Enterprise Ireland High Potential Start Ups Showcase, featuring the 97 new start-up companies supported by Government through Enterprise...
Northern Ireland News, Mar 6, 2013
Mortar Men Due In Court
Two men charged over the discovery of four mortar bombs in a van in L'Derry on Sunday night, are due to appear in court. Both men, aged 35 and 37, face charges of possession of explosives with intent...
Mortar Men Due In Court
Two men charged over the discovery of four mortar bombs in a van in L'Derry on Sunday night, are due to appear in court. Both men, aged 35 and 37, face charges of possession of explosives with intent...
Northern Ireland News, Mar 6, 2013
Army Job Cuts Announced
Around 120 soldiers based in Northern Ireland are to lose their jobs. The positions will go during the next 18 months as part of the Army's restructure plans. There are no plans to close any militar...
Army Job Cuts Announced
Around 120 soldiers based in Northern Ireland are to lose their jobs. The positions will go during the next 18 months as part of the Army's restructure plans. There are no plans to close any militar...
Northern Ireland News, Mar 6, 2013
McCann Embraces Women's Economic Independence
Junior Minister Jennifer McCann has issued her support for women's economic independence. Earlier she opened a conference at Stranmillis College entitled 'Getting a Fair Share?'. It was organised by...
McCann Embraces Women's Economic Independence
Junior Minister Jennifer McCann has issued her support for women's economic independence. Earlier she opened a conference at Stranmillis College entitled 'Getting a Fair Share?'. It was organised by...
Northern Ireland News, Mar 6, 2013
Danske Bank Offers Mortgage Incentive
A major new campaign has been launched aimed at attracting new mortgage customers and boosting the mortgage market in Northern Ireland. The campaign includes a £500 cashback incentive for all new to...
Danske Bank Offers Mortgage Incentive
A major new campaign has been launched aimed at attracting new mortgage customers and boosting the mortgage market in Northern Ireland. The campaign includes a £500 cashback incentive for all new to...
Northern Ireland News, Mar 6, 2013
Tourism Conference Calls For 'Immersive Experiences'
Tourism Minister Arlene Foster wants the industry to improve attractions available. She has encouraged tourism providers in Northern Ireland to create unique experiences that tap into the hearts and ...
Tourism Conference Calls For 'Immersive Experiences'
Tourism Minister Arlene Foster wants the industry to improve attractions available. She has encouraged tourism providers in Northern Ireland to create unique experiences that tap into the hearts and ...
Northern Ireland News, Mar 6, 2013
Attwood Commences DVA Job Talks
Environment Minister Alex Attwood has revealed "no decision" has been taken over the future of the Driver Vehicle Agency in Coleraine. More than 250 jobs are at risk in centralisation moves. Mr Attw...
Attwood Commences DVA Job Talks
Environment Minister Alex Attwood has revealed "no decision" has been taken over the future of the Driver Vehicle Agency in Coleraine. More than 250 jobs are at risk in centralisation moves. Mr Attw...
Northern Ireland News, Mar 6, 2013
Other News In Brief
Banbridge Man Convicted Of Benefit Fraud A man was convicted at Newry Magistrates’ Court recently for claiming benefits he was not entitled to. Jamison Morrell (45) of Edenderry Park, Ban...
Other News In Brief
Banbridge Man Convicted Of Benefit Fraud A man was convicted at Newry Magistrates’ Court recently for claiming benefits he was not entitled to. Jamison Morrell (45) of Edenderry Park, Ban...
Business News, Mar 5, 2013
Students Graduate To Pursue A Career In The IT Industry
Employment and Learning Minister Dr Stephen Farry and Enterprise, Trade and Investment Minister Arlene Foster have jointly hosted an awards ceremony for graduates from the Software Testers' Academy. ...
Students Graduate To Pursue A Career In The IT Industry
Employment and Learning Minister Dr Stephen Farry and Enterprise, Trade and Investment Minister Arlene Foster have jointly hosted an awards ceremony for graduates from the Software Testers' Academy. ...
Recruitment News, Mar 5, 2013
FireEye To Establish EMEA Technical Support Centre
FireEye, the leading provider of software protection against web and email next-generation security threats, announced that it will establish its EMEA technical support centre in Cork, with the expect...
FireEye To Establish EMEA Technical Support Centre
FireEye, the leading provider of software protection against web and email next-generation security threats, announced that it will establish its EMEA technical support centre in Cork, with the expect...
Northern Ireland News, Mar 5, 2013
Matt Baggott Denies Bias Against Loyalists
Matt Baggott has defended the actions of his officers after First Minister Peter Robinson said Union flag protesters appeared to have been treated differently under the law than some republicans facin...
Matt Baggott Denies Bias Against Loyalists
Matt Baggott has defended the actions of his officers after First Minister Peter Robinson said Union flag protesters appeared to have been treated differently under the law than some republicans facin...
Recruitment News, Mar 5, 2013
Sperrin Tube Supplies Announce Expansion
Cookstown based Sperrin Tube Supplies has announced it is to expand, creating 15 new jobs. The company made a multi-million pound investment in a highly automated steel tube mill last year and is now...
Sperrin Tube Supplies Announce Expansion
Cookstown based Sperrin Tube Supplies has announced it is to expand, creating 15 new jobs. The company made a multi-million pound investment in a highly automated steel tube mill last year and is now...
Northern Ireland News, Mar 5, 2013
Apply For All Ireland Scholarships Say MLAs
Employment and Learning Minister Dr Stephen Farry and Education Minister John O’Dowd have launched the All Ireland Scholarships for 2013. The annual scholarships, funded by businessman JP McManus is ...
Apply For All Ireland Scholarships Say MLAs
Employment and Learning Minister Dr Stephen Farry and Education Minister John O’Dowd have launched the All Ireland Scholarships for 2013. The annual scholarships, funded by businessman JP McManus is ...
Northern Ireland News, Mar 5, 2013
Belfast Hotel Room Prices Soar
Hotel prices in Belfast saw the greatest rise in room rates last year compared to other regions across Ireland. The average price of a room in the city is £78, that's an 18% increase in 2012 compared...
Belfast Hotel Room Prices Soar
Hotel prices in Belfast saw the greatest rise in room rates last year compared to other regions across Ireland. The average price of a room in the city is £78, that's an 18% increase in 2012 compared...
Northern Ireland News, Mar 5, 2013
Market Start Up Traders Build Business
Seven food and craft businesses who took part in a Belfast Council business programme will be selling their unique range of giftware at one of the city’s leading suppliers of locally produced crafts t...
Market Start Up Traders Build Business
Seven food and craft businesses who took part in a Belfast Council business programme will be selling their unique range of giftware at one of the city’s leading suppliers of locally produced crafts t...
Northern Ireland News, Mar 5, 2013
Diana Award Ceremony Commences At Stormont
Minister Nelson McCausland has hosted the first ever Diana Award Ceremony to take place in Northern Ireland. The Diana Award is a registered charity which was founded in 1999 by the UK Government to ...
Diana Award Ceremony Commences At Stormont
Minister Nelson McCausland has hosted the first ever Diana Award Ceremony to take place in Northern Ireland. The Diana Award is a registered charity which was founded in 1999 by the UK Government to ...
Northern Ireland News, Mar 5, 2013
Anti-litter Campaign Targets Leafleting
Handing out free promotional materials such as leaflets and flyers is to be regulated in parts of Belfast as part of the city council’s anti-litter campaign. The decision was taken by members of the...
Anti-litter Campaign Targets Leafleting
Handing out free promotional materials such as leaflets and flyers is to be regulated in parts of Belfast as part of the city council’s anti-litter campaign. The decision was taken by members of the...
Business News, Mar 5, 2013
Jaguar Invests £500m In Manufacturing
Jaguar Land Rover will reinforce its commitment to manufacturing in the UK by increasing the investment in its new Engine Manufacturing Centre to more than £500 million. In addition, Jaguar Land Ro...
Jaguar Invests £500m In Manufacturing
Jaguar Land Rover will reinforce its commitment to manufacturing in the UK by increasing the investment in its new Engine Manufacturing Centre to more than £500 million. In addition, Jaguar Land Ro...
Northern Ireland News, Mar 5, 2013
Report On Health And Social Care Sector Published
A Report published today by the Comptroller and Auditor General, Kieran Donnelly, examines audit issues arising in Health and Social Care sector in Northern Ireland in 2011-12. This is the fourth su...
Report On Health And Social Care Sector Published
A Report published today by the Comptroller and Auditor General, Kieran Donnelly, examines audit issues arising in Health and Social Care sector in Northern Ireland in 2011-12. This is the fourth su...
Northern Ireland News, Mar 5, 2013
IT Company Appoints New MD
Andrew Maybin has been appointed as Managing Director of Tibus, UTV’s digital infrastructure division which provides cloud hosting and high-grade connectivity services to business and public sector cl...
IT Company Appoints New MD
Andrew Maybin has been appointed as Managing Director of Tibus, UTV’s digital infrastructure division which provides cloud hosting and high-grade connectivity services to business and public sector cl...
Northern Ireland News, Mar 5, 2013
Under 21 Gaelic Football Championship Kicks-Off
Minister for Culture, Arts and Leisure Carál Ni Chuilín has launched Seachtain na Gaeilge and the Under 21 Gaelic Football Championship at Parliament Buildings. Seachtain na Gaeilge is an annual inte...
Under 21 Gaelic Football Championship Kicks-Off
Minister for Culture, Arts and Leisure Carál Ni Chuilín has launched Seachtain na Gaeilge and the Under 21 Gaelic Football Championship at Parliament Buildings. Seachtain na Gaeilge is an annual inte...
UK National News, Mar 5, 2013
Boris Johnson Launches 'Smart London' Vision
The Mayor of London has announced a top line-up of experts including leading academics, businesses and entrepreneurs to develop a "Smart London' vision. This puts technological innovation at the hear...
Boris Johnson Launches 'Smart London' Vision
The Mayor of London has announced a top line-up of experts including leading academics, businesses and entrepreneurs to develop a "Smart London' vision. This puts technological innovation at the hear...
UK National News, Mar 5, 2013
Birds Eye Name Horsemeat Source
Frozen food manufacturer Birds Eye has identified Irish meat processor QK Meats as the source of horse in some of its products. QK Meats, based in the Republic of Ireland, was found to be the one iso...
Birds Eye Name Horsemeat Source
Frozen food manufacturer Birds Eye has identified Irish meat processor QK Meats as the source of horse in some of its products. QK Meats, based in the Republic of Ireland, was found to be the one iso...
UK National News, Mar 5, 2013
Top Judge Hits Out At Legal Aid Cuts
Lord Neuberger, UK's most senior judge, has raised concerns over legal aid cuts. He told the BBC: "My worry is the removal of legal aid for people to get advice about law and get representation in co...
Top Judge Hits Out At Legal Aid Cuts
Lord Neuberger, UK's most senior judge, has raised concerns over legal aid cuts. He told the BBC: "My worry is the removal of legal aid for people to get advice about law and get representation in co...
UK National News, Mar 5, 2013
Retail Sales Strongest For Three Years
UK retail sales values were up 2.7% on a like-for-like basis from February 2012, when they were down 0.3% on the preceding year. On a total basis, sales were up 4.4%, against a 2.3% rise in February...
Retail Sales Strongest For Three Years
UK retail sales values were up 2.7% on a like-for-like basis from February 2012, when they were down 0.3% on the preceding year. On a total basis, sales were up 4.4%, against a 2.3% rise in February...
UK National News, Mar 5, 2013
UK Health 'Poor'
The UK has faired badly in a European health league table. December saw publication of the worldwide and regional results for the Global Burden of Disease Study 2010 (GBD 2010). Now, the first countr...
UK Health 'Poor'
The UK has faired badly in a European health league table. December saw publication of the worldwide and regional results for the Global Burden of Disease Study 2010 (GBD 2010). Now, the first countr...
UK National News, Mar 5, 2013
Justin Bieber Two Hours Late For O2 Gig
Pop star Justin Bieber was two hours late onstage for his concert at London's O2 Arena. The crowd began booing almost an hour before he emerged. Tracey Wilson and her daughter, from Hoddesdon in Her...
Justin Bieber Two Hours Late For O2 Gig
Pop star Justin Bieber was two hours late onstage for his concert at London's O2 Arena. The crowd began booing almost an hour before he emerged. Tracey Wilson and her daughter, from Hoddesdon in Her...
UK National News, Mar 5, 2013
Other News In Brief
Police Target Exceeded The number of police officers in Scotland continues to exceed the target set in 2007, figures have revealed today. The latest quarterly strength statistics show that t...
Other News In Brief
Police Target Exceeded The number of police officers in Scotland continues to exceed the target set in 2007, figures have revealed today. The latest quarterly strength statistics show that t...
Northern Ireland News, Mar 5, 2013
Other News In Brief
Robinson And McGuinness Pay Tribute To Sir George Quigley First Minister Rt. Hon Peter D Robinson MLA and deputy First Minister Martin McGuinness MLA have expressed their profound sadness at t...
Other News In Brief
Robinson And McGuinness Pay Tribute To Sir George Quigley First Minister Rt. Hon Peter D Robinson MLA and deputy First Minister Martin McGuinness MLA have expressed their profound sadness at t...
Northern Ireland News, Mar 4, 2013
Vandals Blamed For Carrick Substation Damage
Northern Ireland Electricity (NIE), the network company, has strongly condemned vandals who deliberately set on fire an electricity substation in the Joymount area of Carrickfergus last night. The fi...
Vandals Blamed For Carrick Substation Damage
Northern Ireland Electricity (NIE), the network company, has strongly condemned vandals who deliberately set on fire an electricity substation in the Joymount area of Carrickfergus last night. The fi...
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Northern Ireland WeatherThis Evening and Tonight:Clear intervals and occasional wintry showers this evening with local fresh snowfalls and some ice. Overnight as winds ease showers will die back to northern coastal areas. Frosty. Minimum temperature -3 °C.
