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Northern Ireland News for January 2017 : Page 4
Business News, Jan 18, 2017
Female Entrepreneur Bootcamp Announced
Women In Business NI have announced a free one day Female Entrepreneur Bootcamp at the Innovation Factory in Belfast on Thursday, 26 January. Aimed at those interested in starting their own business,...
Female Entrepreneur Bootcamp Announced
Women In Business NI have announced a free one day Female Entrepreneur Bootcamp at the Innovation Factory in Belfast on Thursday, 26 January. Aimed at those interested in starting their own business,...
Northern Ireland News, Jan 18, 2017
Brother And Sister 'Critical' After Being Hit By Car In Co Antrim
A brother and sister are in a critical condition in hospital after being hit by a car in Co Antrim. The incident happened on the Staffordstown Road area near Randalstown at around 4.40pm on Tuesday, ...
Brother And Sister 'Critical' After Being Hit By Car In Co Antrim
A brother and sister are in a critical condition in hospital after being hit by a car in Co Antrim. The incident happened on the Staffordstown Road area near Randalstown at around 4.40pm on Tuesday, ...
Northern Ireland News, Jan 18, 2017
Teachers Take Part In Half-Day Strike Across NI
Teachers from hundreds of schools across Northern Ireland are taking part in a half-day strike today, 18 January, over a pay dispute. Around 7,000 members of the Irish National Teachers Organisation ...
Teachers Take Part In Half-Day Strike Across NI
Teachers from hundreds of schools across Northern Ireland are taking part in a half-day strike today, 18 January, over a pay dispute. Around 7,000 members of the Irish National Teachers Organisation ...
Northern Ireland News, Jan 18, 2017
Security Alert Launched In Co Tyrone
The PSNI have launched a security alert in Dungannon, Co Tyrone. A suspicious object was discovered in the Fairmount Park area on Wednesday, 17 January. The road has been closed and a number of resi...
Security Alert Launched In Co Tyrone
The PSNI have launched a security alert in Dungannon, Co Tyrone. A suspicious object was discovered in the Fairmount Park area on Wednesday, 17 January. The road has been closed and a number of resi...
Northern Ireland News, Jan 18, 2017
Man Shot In Both Legs In West Belfast
A man has been shot in both legs in west Belfast. He was attacked in the Monagh Road area just after 10pm on Tuesday, 17 January. He was taken to hospital to be treated and is believed to be in a st...
Man Shot In Both Legs In West Belfast
A man has been shot in both legs in west Belfast. He was attacked in the Monagh Road area just after 10pm on Tuesday, 17 January. He was taken to hospital to be treated and is believed to be in a st...
Northern Ireland News, Jan 18, 2017
Alliance Opposes Plans To Cut Belfast Bike Scheme
The Alliance Party has opposed cuts to the Belfast Bike scheme. Plans have been put forward to change the current arrangements of the first 30 minutes being free reduced to 15 minutes. However, Grou...
Alliance Opposes Plans To Cut Belfast Bike Scheme
The Alliance Party has opposed cuts to the Belfast Bike scheme. Plans have been put forward to change the current arrangements of the first 30 minutes being free reduced to 15 minutes. However, Grou...
Northern Ireland News, Jan 18, 2017
Drop In Number Of People Claiming Unemployment Benefits
The number of people claiming unemployment benefits in Northern Ireland has dropped, according to the latest labour market figures. The number of claimants now stands at 32,700. The unemployment rat...
Drop In Number Of People Claiming Unemployment Benefits
The number of people claiming unemployment benefits in Northern Ireland has dropped, according to the latest labour market figures. The number of claimants now stands at 32,700. The unemployment rat...
Northern Ireland News, Jan 18, 2017
Man Attacked In L'Derry
A gang of masked men have attacked a man in Co L'Derry. The assault happened at a property on Rockmount Gardens just after 1.30am on Wednesday, 18 January. The victim, aged in his 40s, sustained inj...
Man Attacked In L'Derry
A gang of masked men have attacked a man in Co L'Derry. The assault happened at a property on Rockmount Gardens just after 1.30am on Wednesday, 18 January. The victim, aged in his 40s, sustained inj...
Northern Ireland News, Jan 18, 2017
PSNI 'Justified' In Using Taser During Four Incidents In NI
The PSNI were justified in using Taser stun guns during four incidents in Northern Ireland, the Police Ombudsman has concluded. The incidents took place at Cookstown, L'Derry, Lisburn and north Down....
PSNI 'Justified' In Using Taser During Four Incidents In NI
The PSNI were justified in using Taser stun guns during four incidents in Northern Ireland, the Police Ombudsman has concluded. The incidents took place at Cookstown, L'Derry, Lisburn and north Down....
Northern Ireland News, Jan 18, 2017
Plans Approved For New Student Accommodation In Belfast
The last of major new purpose built student accommodation complexes have been given the go-ahead by Belfast City Council. Planning permission has been granted for the 307 bedroom development on York ...
Plans Approved For New Student Accommodation In Belfast
The last of major new purpose built student accommodation complexes have been given the go-ahead by Belfast City Council. Planning permission has been granted for the 307 bedroom development on York ...
Northern Ireland News, Jan 18, 2017
Other News In Brief
Man Convicted Of Benefit Fraud A man has been convicted for claiming benefits he was not entitled to at Lisburn Magistrates' Court. Timothy Mormecha claimed Jobseeker's Allowance totalling £...
Other News In Brief
Man Convicted Of Benefit Fraud A man has been convicted for claiming benefits he was not entitled to at Lisburn Magistrates' Court. Timothy Mormecha claimed Jobseeker's Allowance totalling £...
Recruitment News, Jan 17, 2017
Manufacturer To Create Over 40 New Jobs
Over 40 new jobs are to be created in Galway by steel shed manufacturer, Steeltech Sheds, as a result of a major investment of €5 million. The company created 50 new jobs in 2016 and will expand furt...
Manufacturer To Create Over 40 New Jobs
Over 40 new jobs are to be created in Galway by steel shed manufacturer, Steeltech Sheds, as a result of a major investment of €5 million. The company created 50 new jobs in 2016 and will expand furt...
Northern Ireland News, Jan 17, 2017
Common Travel Area Between UK And RoI Among PM's Brexit Priorities
Prime Minister Theresa May has said keeping the common travel area between the UK and Republic of Ireland (RoI) will be a priority in EU divorce talks. Mrs May set out the 12 negotiating priorities f...
Common Travel Area Between UK And RoI Among PM's Brexit Priorities
Prime Minister Theresa May has said keeping the common travel area between the UK and Republic of Ireland (RoI) will be a priority in EU divorce talks. Mrs May set out the 12 negotiating priorities f...
Northern Ireland News, Jan 17, 2017
Date Announced For Next Assembly Election
Northern Ireland Secretary of State James Brokenshire has set a date for the next Assembly election following the collapse of Stormont over the botched Renewable Heat Incentive (RHI) scheme. Polling ...
Date Announced For Next Assembly Election
Northern Ireland Secretary of State James Brokenshire has set a date for the next Assembly election following the collapse of Stormont over the botched Renewable Heat Incentive (RHI) scheme. Polling ...
Northern Ireland News, Jan 17, 2017
PSNI Seize Drugs Worth £100,000 Destined For NI
The PSNI have seized £100,000 worth of cannabis destined for Northern Ireland. The parcel, which was in the post, was intercepted in England on Saturday, 07 January. No arrests have been made, howev...
PSNI Seize Drugs Worth £100,000 Destined For NI
The PSNI have seized £100,000 worth of cannabis destined for Northern Ireland. The parcel, which was in the post, was intercepted in England on Saturday, 07 January. No arrests have been made, howev...
Northern Ireland News, Jan 17, 2017
New High Sheriff For Belfast Appointed
A new High Sheriff for Belfast has been appointed. Alderman Tom Haire has been sworn in and the ceremony took place in the Reception Room of the City Hall. Alderman Haire succeeds Alderman Jim Rodge...
New High Sheriff For Belfast Appointed
A new High Sheriff for Belfast has been appointed. Alderman Tom Haire has been sworn in and the ceremony took place in the Reception Room of the City Hall. Alderman Haire succeeds Alderman Jim Rodge...
Northern Ireland News, Jan 17, 2017
GP Contractor Withdraws Offer To Take Over Medical Practice
A GP contractor has withdrawn its offer to take over Bannview Medical Practice in Portadown, Co Armagh, the Department of Health has confirmed. Health Minister Michelle O'Neill expressed her disappoi...
GP Contractor Withdraws Offer To Take Over Medical Practice
A GP contractor has withdrawn its offer to take over Bannview Medical Practice in Portadown, Co Armagh, the Department of Health has confirmed. Health Minister Michelle O'Neill expressed her disappoi...
Business News, Jan 17, 2017
2017 Northern Ireland Tourism Awards Launch
Tourism Northern Ireland has announced the 2017 Northern Ireland Tourism Awards (NITA), which celebrates the achievements and success of the tourism industry. The categories and criteria for judging ...
2017 Northern Ireland Tourism Awards Launch
Tourism Northern Ireland has announced the 2017 Northern Ireland Tourism Awards (NITA), which celebrates the achievements and success of the tourism industry. The categories and criteria for judging ...
Northern Ireland News, Jan 17, 2017
RHI Scandal: DUP Rejects Claims Made By Jonathan Bell
Former DUP MLA Jonathan Bell claims he was prevented from challenging the botched Renewable Heat Incentive (RHI) scheme because two special advisers have "extensive interest" in the poultry industry. ...
RHI Scandal: DUP Rejects Claims Made By Jonathan Bell
Former DUP MLA Jonathan Bell claims he was prevented from challenging the botched Renewable Heat Incentive (RHI) scheme because two special advisers have "extensive interest" in the poultry industry. ...
Northern Ireland News, Jan 17, 2017
Over 380 People Arrested During Drink-Drive Campaign
Over 380 drivers were arrested as part of a drink-driving campaign over the Christmas period in Northern Ireland. The PSNI arrested a total of 383 people between 24 November and 03 January. This is ...
Over 380 People Arrested During Drink-Drive Campaign
Over 380 drivers were arrested as part of a drink-driving campaign over the Christmas period in Northern Ireland. The PSNI arrested a total of 383 people between 24 November and 03 January. This is ...
Northern Ireland News, Jan 17, 2017
Rory McIlroy Forced To Withdraw From Abu Dhabi Championship
Co Down golfer Rory McIlroy has been forced withdraw from the Abu Dhabi HSBC Championship. The man from Holywood underwent tests on Monday, 16 January, which revealed he has sustained a rib injury. ...
Rory McIlroy Forced To Withdraw From Abu Dhabi Championship
Co Down golfer Rory McIlroy has been forced withdraw from the Abu Dhabi HSBC Championship. The man from Holywood underwent tests on Monday, 16 January, which revealed he has sustained a rib injury. ...
Northern Ireland News, Jan 17, 2017
Cut In Number Of Subjects Post-Primary Schools Have To Offer
Education Minister Peter Weir has cut down the number of subjects post-primary schools have to offer to pupils under the Education Framework. From September 2017, changes to the Entitlement Framework...
Cut In Number Of Subjects Post-Primary Schools Have To Offer
Education Minister Peter Weir has cut down the number of subjects post-primary schools have to offer to pupils under the Education Framework. From September 2017, changes to the Entitlement Framework...
Northern Ireland News, Jan 17, 2017
Other News In Brief
Woman Convicted Of Benefit Fraud A woman has been convicted for claiming benefits she was not entitled to at Newry Magistrates' Court. Malgorzata Glibowska claimed Housing Benefit totalling ...
Other News In Brief
Woman Convicted Of Benefit Fraud A woman has been convicted for claiming benefits she was not entitled to at Newry Magistrates' Court. Malgorzata Glibowska claimed Housing Benefit totalling ...
Recruitment News, Jan 16, 2017
Web Host Firm Announces Three New Jobs
A web hosting firm in Carrickfergus has announced expansion plans. Big Wet Fish Hosting is recruiting three new staff members to help it boost export sales. The company is creating an online custome...
Web Host Firm Announces Three New Jobs
A web hosting firm in Carrickfergus has announced expansion plans. Big Wet Fish Hosting is recruiting three new staff members to help it boost export sales. The company is creating an online custome...
Northern Ireland News, Jan 16, 2017
Sinn Féin Refuse To Nominate Deputy First Minister
Sinn Féin has refused to nominate a deputy first Minister. Mr Martin McGuinness resigned from the position a week ago over the controversial Renewable Heat Incentive (RHI) scheme. DUP Leader Arlene ...
Sinn Féin Refuse To Nominate Deputy First Minister
Sinn Féin has refused to nominate a deputy first Minister. Mr Martin McGuinness resigned from the position a week ago over the controversial Renewable Heat Incentive (RHI) scheme. DUP Leader Arlene ...
Northern Ireland News, Jan 16, 2017
NI Secretary Of State Expected To Set Assembly Election Date
The Northern Ireland Secretary of State is expected to call an Assembly election later today, 16 January, if Sinn Féin fails to nominate a deputy First Minister to replace Martin McGuinness. Mr McGui...
NI Secretary Of State Expected To Set Assembly Election Date
The Northern Ireland Secretary of State is expected to call an Assembly election later today, 16 January, if Sinn Féin fails to nominate a deputy First Minister to replace Martin McGuinness. Mr McGui...
Business News, Jan 16, 2017
Web Host Firm Announces Expansion Plans
A web hosting firm in Carrickfergus has announced expansion plans. Big Wet Fish Hosting is recruiting three new staff members to help it boost export sales. The company is creating an online custome...
Web Host Firm Announces Expansion Plans
A web hosting firm in Carrickfergus has announced expansion plans. Big Wet Fish Hosting is recruiting three new staff members to help it boost export sales. The company is creating an online custome...
Northern Ireland News, Jan 16, 2017
Explosive Device Found In West Belfast
An explosive device found during a security alert in west Belfast was "designed to kill or seriously injure police officers", according to the PSNI. The alert, which has now ended, was on the Brians ...
Explosive Device Found In West Belfast
An explosive device found during a security alert in west Belfast was "designed to kill or seriously injure police officers", according to the PSNI. The alert, which has now ended, was on the Brians ...
Northern Ireland News, Jan 16, 2017
30 Officers Leave PSNI Every Month
Thirty police officers are leaving the PSNI every month. According to the Police Federation for Northern Ireland, up to 200 will retire or leave by the end of June, during which time there will be no...
30 Officers Leave PSNI Every Month
Thirty police officers are leaving the PSNI every month. According to the Police Federation for Northern Ireland, up to 200 will retire or leave by the end of June, during which time there will be no...
Northern Ireland News, Jan 16, 2017
PSNI Release CCTV Footage Of Suspected Drink Driver
The PSNI have issued CCTV footage of a suspected drink driver crashing into another vehicle at a shopping centre in Bangor, Co Down. The video shows the car speeding across the busy car park and smas...
PSNI Release CCTV Footage Of Suspected Drink Driver
The PSNI have issued CCTV footage of a suspected drink driver crashing into another vehicle at a shopping centre in Bangor, Co Down. The video shows the car speeding across the busy car park and smas...
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Northern Ireland WeatherThis Evening and Tonight:Apart from a little patchy drizzle it will be a dry evening and night with variable amounts of cloud. A few mist and fog patches forming. Minimum temperature 7 °C.
