Northern Ireland News for November 2014

UK National News, Nov 28, 2014
Winter Deaths Lowest Since Records Began
New figures from the Office for National Statistics (ONS) have revealed that winter deaths in 2013/14 were the lowest since records began. According to figures, an estimated 18,200 people died in Eng...
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Northern Ireland News, Nov 28, 2014
Investigation Into Belfast Shooting
An investigation has been launched into the paramilitary style shooting of a man in west Belfast. The PSNI said a man in his 20s was grabbed by three masked men at around 18:00 on Thursday from the D...
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Northern Ireland News, Nov 28, 2014
Rugby Legend Jack Kyle Dies, Aged 88
Jack Kyle OBE, long regarded as one of Ireland's greatest ever rugby players, has died at the age of 88. In a statement on Friday morning, his family said: "Jack died peacefully in his sleep at home...
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Business News, Nov 28, 2014
Medi-Shower Scoops Top UK Award
Medi-Shower, a complete anti-microbial system designed specifically for healthcare facilities by Claudy-based Multishower GB, has won a top UK award for infection prevention. The company, which has a...
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Northern Ireland News, Nov 28, 2014
Iris Robinson Committed 'Serious Breach'
An investigation has found Irish Robinson committed a "serious breach" of the Northern Ireland Assembly's code of conduct. The report, compiled by the assembly's Committee on Standards and Privilege...
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Northern Ireland News, Nov 28, 2014
140 Jobs To Be Cut At Caterpillar
Construction equipment manufacturer Caterpillar is to axe 140 jobs from its factories in Larne, Monkstown and west Belfast. Alliance East Antrim MLA, Stewart Dickson, said he is disappointed at the j...
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Northern Ireland News, Nov 28, 2014
Minor Injuries Unit To Remain Open
A Minor Injuries Unit (MIU) in Bangor is to remain open, it has been announced. Health Minister Jim Wells confirmed the news earlier today (28 November). Last month, the facility was one of three ...
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Northern Ireland News, Nov 28, 2014
Draft DoE Budget Could Mean 500 More Job Cuts
The Department of the Environment could be facing 500 job cuts due to cuts outlined in a draft budget consultation. Published on the department's website, the draft document shows potential budget cu...
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UK National News, Nov 28, 2014
Woman And Child 'Critical' After Suspected Arson Attack
A woman and a child are being treated in hospital after a suspected arson attack in Kidderminster. Fire crews were called to a flat above a shop in Horsefair at about 22:00 on Thursday. According to...
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Northern Ireland News, Nov 28, 2014
Deputy First Minister To Attend British-Irish Council
Deputy First Minister Martin McGuinness and Finance Minister Simon Hamilton are to join UK and Irish leaders on the Isle of Man for a meeting of the British-Irish Council. The council was established...
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Northern Ireland News, Nov 28, 2014
Other News In Brief
Man Missing In Dunmurry Police have launched an appeal into the disappearance of a man from Dunmurry. David Dickson, 57, was last seen in the Seymour Hill area of Dunmurry at around 8pm on M...
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UK National News, Nov 28, 2014
Police Search For Naked Driver
Police in south-west London have appealed for information regarding a man, reportedly said to be naked from the waist down, who is driving a vehicle in the Hampton area. It is understood that a man ...
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UK National News, Nov 28, 2014
Surrey Murder Suspect Arrested
Police have arrested 38-year-old Viktoras Bruzas on suspicion of murdering a couple in Surrey. The bodies of Patrick and Gillian Kettyle were found at their home in Fetcham in the early hours of Thur...
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UK National News, Nov 28, 2014
Energy Firm Hit With New Record Fine
Energy regulator Ofgem has fined two energy generation companies a total of £39 million for their failure to meet energy saving targets for low-income households. North Yorkshire-based Drax has been...
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UK National News, Nov 28, 2014
Waste Incinerator Given Go Ahead
A waste incinerator that will produce enough power for almost 40,000 homes has been given the go-ahead in East Lothian. The £177 million plant is to be constructed near Dunbar and will burn more than...
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UK National News, Nov 28, 2014
British-Irish Council To Meet On Isle Of Man
The Secretary of State will join leaders from across the UK as well as Ireland's Taoiseach Enda Kenny on the Isle of Man, for a meeting of the British-Irish Council. The council was established as pa...
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UK National News, Nov 28, 2014
Other News In Brief
Fights Break Out At 'Black Friday' Sales Police have been called to a number supermarkets across the UK after a number of incidents occurred at 'Black Friday' sales. Police in Greater Manche...
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Northern Ireland News, Nov 27, 2014
PSNI Launch Winter Drink-Drive Appeal
Police in Northern Ireland have launched the 2014/15 winter drink drive operation. This year's message is, "just one drink can kill, so never, ever drink and drive". During the 2013/14 Christmas p...
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Northern Ireland News, Nov 27, 2014
Woman 'Hit By Machete' In Robbery
A woman has been struck by a machete during an armed robbery in Co Antrim. The incident happened at a petrol station on the Largy Road, Randalstown, at around 9.40pm on Wednesday (26 November). It...
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Recruitment News, Nov 27, 2014
DSG Pay Dispute Escalates
The Defence Support Group (DSG) is set to be hit by the longest strike in its history as workers at the Ministry of Defence (MoD) facility announced they would be starting a 10 day strike on 8 Decembe...
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Northern Ireland News, Nov 27, 2014
Ward Evacuated At Altnagelvin Hospital
A ward at Altnagelvin Hospital in L'Derry had to be evacuated this morning, the Western Health and Social Care Trust has confirmed. It is understood the precaution was taken after smoke was spotted...
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Business News, Nov 27, 2014
CM Precision Components Creates New Jobs To Support Export Growth
Downpatrick company, CM Precision Components Ltd, is creating five jobs in an investment that will support the firm's export growth. The advanced engineering company produces precision machined compo...
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UK National News, Nov 27, 2014
Police Launch Manhunt Following Double Murder In Surrey
A manhunt has been launched by police after a man and woman were found stabbed to death in Surrey. The bodies were discovered at a property in Fetcham at around 12.30am. Detectives are searching for...
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UK National News, Nov 27, 2014
British Embassy Vehicle Hit In Afghan Suicide Attack
One British citizen has been killed after a suicide bomber riding a motor bike struck a British embassy vehicle in Kabul. According to officials, four Afghan people were also killed and more than 30...
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UK National News, Nov 27, 2014
70% Of Supermarket Chickens Test Positive For Bacteria
A new report by the Food Standards Agency (FSA) has revealed that more than 70% of fresh chickens sold in UK supermarkets are contaminated. The chickens are contaminated with the Campylobacter bacte...
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Northern Ireland News, Nov 27, 2014
Randox Announces New Fertility Service
Randox Laboratories has announced it is to expand into the fertility industry. The medical diagnostics company, which is based in Co Antrim, has said it has created one of the world's most advanced ...
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UK National News, Nov 27, 2014
PD James Dies Aged 94
Crime writer PD James has died at the age of 94. The news was confirmed by her agent. It is understood she passed away "peacefully at her home in Oxford". PD James is the author of more than 20 ...
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Northern Ireland News, Nov 27, 2014
Contractor Appointed For Road Scheme
Transport Minister Danny Kennedy has confirmed a major contract for an improvement scheme at the junction of Steeple Road and Stiley Way in Antrim, has been awarded. Northstone (NI) Ltd has been awa...
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Northern Ireland News, Nov 27, 2014
Large Cocaine Haul Found In Co Tyrone
One of the largest ever hauls of cocaine has been made in Co Tyrone, police have said. Earlier this week (25 November), an estimated 50kg of suspected cocaine was uncovered at a commercial premises....
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Northern Ireland News, Nov 27, 2014
Man Arrested In McConville Investigation
A man has been arrested as part of an overall investigation into the 1972 murder of Jean McConville. Ms McConville, 37, was abducted from her home in west Belfast in December 1972 and killed by the ...
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