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Northern Ireland News for May 2019 : Page 6
Northern Ireland News, May 13, 2019
Other News In Brief
Bangor Gears Up For Snow Patrol Open Air Concert World-renowned rock band Snow Patrol is set to play for thousands of fans at Ward Park in Bangor on Saturday 25 May and the seaside town is pre...
Other News In Brief
Bangor Gears Up For Snow Patrol Open Air Concert World-renowned rock band Snow Patrol is set to play for thousands of fans at Ward Park in Bangor on Saturday 25 May and the seaside town is pre...
Northern Ireland News, May 10, 2019
Police Launch Appeal To Trace Woman Missing From Killyleagh
The PSNI has launched an appeal for help tracing the whereabouts of a 47-year-old woman missing from Killyleagh. Concern is growing for Rosemary Blackwood who was last seen in Downpatrick at around 1...
Police Launch Appeal To Trace Woman Missing From Killyleagh
The PSNI has launched an appeal for help tracing the whereabouts of a 47-year-old woman missing from Killyleagh. Concern is growing for Rosemary Blackwood who was last seen in Downpatrick at around 1...
Northern Ireland News, May 10, 2019
DoI Urged To Consult On Pedestrian Areas For Belfast City Centre
An Alliance Councillor is calling on the Department for Infrastructure to hold a full consultation on the possibility of pedestrianising Belfast City Centre before re-opening the road network close to...
DoI Urged To Consult On Pedestrian Areas For Belfast City Centre
An Alliance Councillor is calling on the Department for Infrastructure to hold a full consultation on the possibility of pedestrianising Belfast City Centre before re-opening the road network close to...
Northern Ireland News, May 10, 2019
Orchardville Awards Celebrate Success In The Face Of Learning Disabilities
Over 170 people with learning disabilities or autism have had their achievements recognised at the annual Orchardville Awards Ceremony in Titanic Belfast. Held on Wednesday 08 May, Northern Ireland f...
Orchardville Awards Celebrate Success In The Face Of Learning Disabilities
Over 170 people with learning disabilities or autism have had their achievements recognised at the annual Orchardville Awards Ceremony in Titanic Belfast. Held on Wednesday 08 May, Northern Ireland f...
Northern Ireland News, May 10, 2019
Man Due In Court Charged With Ian Ogle's Murder
A man has been charged with the murder of Ian Ogle in east Belfast last January and is due in court today, Friday 10 May. Mr Ogle, 45, died after being stabbed 11 times near his home in Cluan Place o...
Man Due In Court Charged With Ian Ogle's Murder
A man has been charged with the murder of Ian Ogle in east Belfast last January and is due in court today, Friday 10 May. Mr Ogle, 45, died after being stabbed 11 times near his home in Cluan Place o...
Business News, May 10, 2019
Belfast Office Investment Market Outperforms Other UK Cities
A recent review by MSCI Real Estate and Ulster University has revealed that Belfast is outperforming London, Manchester and Cardiff with regards to total returns from investment in offices. The influ...
Belfast Office Investment Market Outperforms Other UK Cities
A recent review by MSCI Real Estate and Ulster University has revealed that Belfast is outperforming London, Manchester and Cardiff with regards to total returns from investment in offices. The influ...
Northern Ireland News, May 10, 2019
Pair Arrested Over ATM Thefts
Two men have been arrested by detectives investigating a number of recent ATM thefts in counties Fermanagh and Tyrone. It follows five searches in the Omagh area yesterday, Thursday 09 May, in relati...
Pair Arrested Over ATM Thefts
Two men have been arrested by detectives investigating a number of recent ATM thefts in counties Fermanagh and Tyrone. It follows five searches in the Omagh area yesterday, Thursday 09 May, in relati...
Northern Ireland News, May 10, 2019
Progress For New Cancer Strategy Aimed At Meeting Growing Demand
The projected rise in cancer cases represents one of the biggest challenges facing Northern Ireland's health service, Chief Nursing Officer Charlotte McArdle has warned. Professor McArdle will head u...
Progress For New Cancer Strategy Aimed At Meeting Growing Demand
The projected rise in cancer cases represents one of the biggest challenges facing Northern Ireland's health service, Chief Nursing Officer Charlotte McArdle has warned. Professor McArdle will head u...
Northern Ireland News, May 10, 2019
Shots Fired At Craigavon House
Police are appealing for information following reports that shots were fired at a property in Craigavon. The incident occurred in the Parkmore area of the County Armagh town at around 1.45am yesterda...
Shots Fired At Craigavon House
Police are appealing for information following reports that shots were fired at a property in Craigavon. The incident occurred in the Parkmore area of the County Armagh town at around 1.45am yesterda...
Northern Ireland News, May 10, 2019
Other News In Brief
Contract Awarded For Belfast Harbour Terminal Upgrade The Belfast Harbour terminal which services the Belfast-Liverpool route is set to undergo a £15 million upgrade. The Victoria Terminal 2...
Other News In Brief
Contract Awarded For Belfast Harbour Terminal Upgrade The Belfast Harbour terminal which services the Belfast-Liverpool route is set to undergo a £15 million upgrade. The Victoria Terminal 2...
Northern Ireland News, May 9, 2019
Four Arrested Over Lyra McKee's Murder
Detectives investigating the murder of Lyra McKee have arrested four individuals, including two teenagers. The journalist died while reporting on a night of violent disorder in the Creggan area of L'...
Four Arrested Over Lyra McKee's Murder
Detectives investigating the murder of Lyra McKee have arrested four individuals, including two teenagers. The journalist died while reporting on a night of violent disorder in the Creggan area of L'...
Northern Ireland News, May 9, 2019
Review Recommends Banning Public From Sexual Offence Trials
A report into the law and procedures surrounding serious sexual offences in Northern Ireland has recommended restricting the public's access to trials. The Gillen Review, which commenced last May, ha...
Review Recommends Banning Public From Sexual Offence Trials
A report into the law and procedures surrounding serious sexual offences in Northern Ireland has recommended restricting the public's access to trials. The Gillen Review, which commenced last May, ha...
Northern Ireland News, May 9, 2019
Major Review Of NI Business Rates Launched
The Department of Finance has today announced a review of the non-domestic rating system in Northern Ireland. Rates are the property tax that businesses pay for their premises. Sue Gray, Permanent S...
Major Review Of NI Business Rates Launched
The Department of Finance has today announced a review of the non-domestic rating system in Northern Ireland. Rates are the property tax that businesses pay for their premises. Sue Gray, Permanent S...
Northern Ireland News, May 9, 2019
Thousands Set To March In Belfast For Marriage Equality
Campaigners in Northern Ireland are planning a major march and rally for marriage equality in Belfast next week, Saturday 18 May, as political talks aimed at restoring devolved government continue. T...
Thousands Set To March In Belfast For Marriage Equality
Campaigners in Northern Ireland are planning a major march and rally for marriage equality in Belfast next week, Saturday 18 May, as political talks aimed at restoring devolved government continue. T...
Business News, May 9, 2019
The Virgin Mary- Dublin's First Alcohol Free Bar
Dublin's popular nightlife scene is set for a twist this week as the city's first alcohol free pub prepares to open. Aptly named The Virgin Mary bar, it will open on Capel Street on Friday 10 May, a ...
The Virgin Mary- Dublin's First Alcohol Free Bar
Dublin's popular nightlife scene is set for a twist this week as the city's first alcohol free pub prepares to open. Aptly named The Virgin Mary bar, it will open on Capel Street on Friday 10 May, a ...
Northern Ireland News, May 9, 2019
Appeal For Public Engagement With Breast Services Consultation
The Chief Medical Officer Dr Michael McBride is appealing to the public to respond and engage with the ongoing consultation on breast cancer assessment services in Northern Ireland. The patient focus...
Appeal For Public Engagement With Breast Services Consultation
The Chief Medical Officer Dr Michael McBride is appealing to the public to respond and engage with the ongoing consultation on breast cancer assessment services in Northern Ireland. The patient focus...
Northern Ireland News, May 9, 2019
Concerns Raised Over Fracking Proposal
Representatives from several of Northern Ireland's political parties have expressed concern over a renewed proposal for a fracking licence in County Fermanagh. The Green Party has called on the Perma...
Concerns Raised Over Fracking Proposal
Representatives from several of Northern Ireland's political parties have expressed concern over a renewed proposal for a fracking licence in County Fermanagh. The Green Party has called on the Perma...
Northern Ireland News, May 9, 2019
Arts Council Chief Executive Settles Age Discrimination Case For £12k
The Arts Council of Northern Ireland has settled an age discrimination and victimisation case with its Chief Executive Roisin McDonough for £12,000. Ms McDonough brought the case, with the support of...
Arts Council Chief Executive Settles Age Discrimination Case For £12k
The Arts Council of Northern Ireland has settled an age discrimination and victimisation case with its Chief Executive Roisin McDonough for £12,000. Ms McDonough brought the case, with the support of...
Northern Ireland News, May 9, 2019
Other News In Brief
FAI And IFA Announce New Cross-Border Tournament A new cross-border football competition has been officially announced which will the SSE Airtricity League Champions face the Danske Bank Prem...
Other News In Brief
FAI And IFA Announce New Cross-Border Tournament A new cross-border football competition has been officially announced which will the SSE Airtricity League Champions face the Danske Bank Prem...
Northern Ireland News, May 8, 2019
Memo To Ensure Free Cross-Border Travel After Brexit
A deal to preserve the Common Travel Area (CTA) between the UK and Ireland after Brexit is due to be signed today, Wednesday 08 May. The memorandum of understanding will guarantee freedom of movement...
Memo To Ensure Free Cross-Border Travel After Brexit
A deal to preserve the Common Travel Area (CTA) between the UK and Ireland after Brexit is due to be signed today, Wednesday 08 May. The memorandum of understanding will guarantee freedom of movement...
Northern Ireland News, May 8, 2019
Rise In Number Of NI GPs
The number of GPs per head of population in Northern Ireland is reportedly on the rise, despite figures falling elsewhere in the UK. Findings from the Nuffield Trust, which looked at GPs working both...
Rise In Number Of NI GPs
The number of GPs per head of population in Northern Ireland is reportedly on the rise, despite figures falling elsewhere in the UK. Findings from the Nuffield Trust, which looked at GPs working both...
Northern Ireland News, May 8, 2019
Ballymurphy Inquest: Gerry Adams Denies IRA Membership
Gerry Adams has repeated his denial that he was a member of the IRA while giving evidence during the Ballymurphy Inquest. The former Sinn Fein President said he will never disassociate himself from t...
Ballymurphy Inquest: Gerry Adams Denies IRA Membership
Gerry Adams has repeated his denial that he was a member of the IRA while giving evidence during the Ballymurphy Inquest. The former Sinn Fein President said he will never disassociate himself from t...
Northern Ireland News, May 8, 2019
Pedestrian Dies After Being Struck By Lorry
A pedestrian has died after being stuck by a lorry in Cookstown, County Tyrone. The incident happened on the Drum Road, near the junction with the Pomeroy Road, at around 1.50pm on Tuesday 07 May. P...
Pedestrian Dies After Being Struck By Lorry
A pedestrian has died after being stuck by a lorry in Cookstown, County Tyrone. The incident happened on the Drum Road, near the junction with the Pomeroy Road, at around 1.50pm on Tuesday 07 May. P...
Business News, May 8, 2019
Firms Urged To Take On 'Earn As You Learn' IT Apprentices
A recent initiative by nine companies from Mid Ulster, the North West and North Antrim to join forces in a unique collaboration to address local IT skills shortages has proved such a success that they...
Firms Urged To Take On 'Earn As You Learn' IT Apprentices
A recent initiative by nine companies from Mid Ulster, the North West and North Antrim to join forces in a unique collaboration to address local IT skills shortages has proved such a success that they...
Northern Ireland News, May 8, 2019
PSNI: Give Cold Callers The Cold Shoulder
As the evenings stretch out, a senior PSNI officer is urging householders to make sure they do all they can to protect their property. Chief Superintendent Simon Walls wants home and business owners ...
PSNI: Give Cold Callers The Cold Shoulder
As the evenings stretch out, a senior PSNI officer is urging householders to make sure they do all they can to protect their property. Chief Superintendent Simon Walls wants home and business owners ...
Northern Ireland News, May 8, 2019
Police Uncover Suspected Cannabis Factory
A suspected cannabis factory has been uncovered by police carrying out a routine enquiry at a house in Antrim. 81 plants that appear to have been recently planted were found in a room covered in silv...
Police Uncover Suspected Cannabis Factory
A suspected cannabis factory has been uncovered by police carrying out a routine enquiry at a house in Antrim. 81 plants that appear to have been recently planted were found in a room covered in silv...
Northern Ireland News, May 8, 2019
Belfast City Deal Partners Welcome Derry & Strabane Deal
The Belfast Region City Deal partners have welcomed the announcement of a £50m City Deal for Derry and Strabane. The investment will support innovation in the district's digital sector and a further ...
Belfast City Deal Partners Welcome Derry & Strabane Deal
The Belfast Region City Deal partners have welcomed the announcement of a £50m City Deal for Derry and Strabane. The investment will support innovation in the district's digital sector and a further ...
Northern Ireland News, May 8, 2019
Other News In Brief
Pipes & Drums To Take Off At Newtownards Airport The Ards And North Down Pipe Band & Drum Major Championships is set to take place this Sunday, 11 May at Newtownards Airport. A superb family ...
Other News In Brief
Pipes & Drums To Take Off At Newtownards Airport The Ards And North Down Pipe Band & Drum Major Championships is set to take place this Sunday, 11 May at Newtownards Airport. A superb family ...
Northern Ireland News, May 7, 2019
Talks Begin To Restore Power-Sharing At Stormont
Political leaders from Northern Ireland's five main parties have met at Stormont today to begin talks to restore power-sharing. These new talks aim to break the impasse at Stormont, which saw the ex...
Talks Begin To Restore Power-Sharing At Stormont
Political leaders from Northern Ireland's five main parties have met at Stormont today to begin talks to restore power-sharing. These new talks aim to break the impasse at Stormont, which saw the ex...
Northern Ireland News, May 7, 2019
Paddy Jackson Joins London Irish
Former Ireland rugby player Paddy Jackson has joined London Irish following a season with French club Perpignan. London Irish have signed the fly-half as they prepare for their return to the Premier...
Paddy Jackson Joins London Irish
Former Ireland rugby player Paddy Jackson has joined London Irish following a season with French club Perpignan. London Irish have signed the fly-half as they prepare for their return to the Premier...
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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.
