Northern Ireland News for April 2024 : Page 4
Northern Ireland News, Apr 17, 2024
Funding And Action Plan Needed For Children's Health Waiting Lists
Funding and an expertly researched action plan are needed to address children's health waiting lists if Northern Ireland is to avoid developing a two-tier health system. This was the message Alliance...
Funding And Action Plan Needed For Children's Health Waiting Lists
Funding and an expertly researched action plan are needed to address children's health waiting lists if Northern Ireland is to avoid developing a two-tier health system. This was the message Alliance...
Northern Ireland News, Apr 17, 2024
Health Minister Urged To Commit To Date For Free Hospital Staff Parking
The SDLP have called on the Health Minister to commit to a firm date for the introduction of free hospital parking for staff. Opposition Health Spokesperson Colin McGrath was speaking after second st...
Health Minister Urged To Commit To Date For Free Hospital Staff Parking
The SDLP have called on the Health Minister to commit to a firm date for the introduction of free hospital parking for staff. Opposition Health Spokesperson Colin McGrath was speaking after second st...
Northern Ireland News, Apr 17, 2024
First And Deputy First Ministers Meet With US Special Envoy
The First and deputy First Ministers have met with US Special Envoy to NI for Economic Affairs Joe Kennedy, reaffirming their commitment to building prosperity through investment. The Special Envoy i...
First And Deputy First Ministers Meet With US Special Envoy
The First and deputy First Ministers have met with US Special Envoy to NI for Economic Affairs Joe Kennedy, reaffirming their commitment to building prosperity through investment. The Special Envoy i...
Northern Ireland News, Apr 17, 2024
UEFA EURO 2028 Economic Impact 'Cannot Be Underestimated'
The impact of UEFA EURO 2028 on Northern Ireland's economy "cannot be underestimated", Economy Minister Conor Murphy has said. Minister Murphy was speaking following a meeting with Finance Minister C...
UEFA EURO 2028 Economic Impact 'Cannot Be Underestimated'
The impact of UEFA EURO 2028 on Northern Ireland's economy "cannot be underestimated", Economy Minister Conor Murphy has said. Minister Murphy was speaking following a meeting with Finance Minister C...
Northern Ireland News, Apr 17, 2024
New Online Safety Resource For NI Children And Young People
A new dedicated website has been launched to help children be more safe, secure and supported online. Funded by the Department of Health and developed by the Safeguarding Board for Northern Ireland (...
New Online Safety Resource For NI Children And Young People
A new dedicated website has been launched to help children be more safe, secure and supported online. Funded by the Department of Health and developed by the Safeguarding Board for Northern Ireland (...
Northern Ireland News, Apr 17, 2024
PSNI Recognised For Training Related To Domestic Abuse
The PSNI have been recognised for their efforts in training staff to better recognise and respond to incidents of domestic abuse. The Criminal Justice Inspection Northern Ireland (CJINI) have publish...
PSNI Recognised For Training Related To Domestic Abuse
The PSNI have been recognised for their efforts in training staff to better recognise and respond to incidents of domestic abuse. The Criminal Justice Inspection Northern Ireland (CJINI) have publish...
Northern Ireland News, Apr 17, 2024
Other News In Brief
62-Year-Old Man Extradited To Poland To Face Embezzlement Charges A 62-year-old man has been extradited from Northern Ireland to Poland to stand trial for embezzlement charges. The man was ar...
Other News In Brief
62-Year-Old Man Extradited To Poland To Face Embezzlement Charges A 62-year-old man has been extradited from Northern Ireland to Poland to stand trial for embezzlement charges. The man was ar...
Northern Ireland News, Apr 16, 2024
Almost £300,000 Lost To Ticket Fraud In 2023
People have been urged to be wary of scammers when booking concert and event tickets, after figures revealed that almost £300,000 was lost to ticket fraud in Northern Ireland in 2023. Data from Actio...
Almost £300,000 Lost To Ticket Fraud In 2023
People have been urged to be wary of scammers when booking concert and event tickets, after figures revealed that almost £300,000 was lost to ticket fraud in Northern Ireland in 2023. Data from Actio...
Northern Ireland News, Apr 16, 2024
SDLP Calls For Removal Of Two-Child Universal Credit Limit
Removing the two-child Universal Credit limit would be the most effective way of lifting children out of poverty, SDLP Leader of the Opposition Matthew O'Toole MLA has said. He was speaking ahead of ...
SDLP Calls For Removal Of Two-Child Universal Credit Limit
Removing the two-child Universal Credit limit would be the most effective way of lifting children out of poverty, SDLP Leader of the Opposition Matthew O'Toole MLA has said. He was speaking ahead of ...
Northern Ireland News, Apr 16, 2024
Two Arrested In Limavady Organised Crime Operation
Two arrests have been made during a search operation by the PSNI's Organised Crime Branch in Limavaday. Officers carried out a search of a house in the town earlier today, Tuesday 16th April. A numbe...
Two Arrested In Limavady Organised Crime Operation
Two arrests have been made during a search operation by the PSNI's Organised Crime Branch in Limavaday. Officers carried out a search of a house in the town earlier today, Tuesday 16th April. A numbe...
Northern Ireland News, Apr 16, 2024
Alliance Criticises Religious Orders Over Redress Scheme Failures
The Alliance Party have accused religious orders and institutions of "paying lip service" to making a fair and meaningful contribution to redress and recognition of victims and survivors of historical...
Alliance Criticises Religious Orders Over Redress Scheme Failures
The Alliance Party have accused religious orders and institutions of "paying lip service" to making a fair and meaningful contribution to redress and recognition of victims and survivors of historical...
Feature News, Apr 16, 2024
International Students' Perspectives on Northern Ireland
Northern Ireland is a land with a rich ancient history and unique cultural heritage. Belfast as a centre of cultural life and industrial development. Titanic, a historic ship that was built in Belfast...
International Students' Perspectives on Northern Ireland
Northern Ireland is a land with a rich ancient history and unique cultural heritage. Belfast as a centre of cultural life and industrial development. Titanic, a historic ship that was built in Belfast...
Northern Ireland News, Apr 16, 2024
Alliance Welcomes Economic Affairs Childcare Review
The Alliance Party has welcomed the news that the British-Irish Parliamentary Assembly Economic Affairs Committee will conduct an inquiry into childcare. The committee will seek evidence from a wide ...
Alliance Welcomes Economic Affairs Childcare Review
The Alliance Party has welcomed the news that the British-Irish Parliamentary Assembly Economic Affairs Committee will conduct an inquiry into childcare. The committee will seek evidence from a wide ...
Northern Ireland News, Apr 16, 2024
BCC Call For Applications To Augment The City Challenge Fund
Northern Irish businesses who wish to explore the future role of immersive technologies in visitor experiences have been invited to apply to the new Augment the City Challenge Fund, led by Belfast Cit...
BCC Call For Applications To Augment The City Challenge Fund
Northern Irish businesses who wish to explore the future role of immersive technologies in visitor experiences have been invited to apply to the new Augment the City Challenge Fund, led by Belfast Cit...
Northern Ireland News, Apr 16, 2024
Appeal Following Arson Attack In South Belfast
The PSNI have issued an appeal for information and witnesses following an arson attack at a property in south Belfast. At approximately 10.20pm on Saturday, 13 April, police received a report of a fi...
Appeal Following Arson Attack In South Belfast
The PSNI have issued an appeal for information and witnesses following an arson attack at a property in south Belfast. At approximately 10.20pm on Saturday, 13 April, police received a report of a fi...
Northern Ireland News, Apr 16, 2024
Additional Funding Needed To Improve Stroke Services In NI
Northern Ireland's stroke service will need additional funding to meet all priorities, Health Minister Robin Swann has said. Speaking at the first meeting of the All Party Group on Stroke today, Mini...
Additional Funding Needed To Improve Stroke Services In NI
Northern Ireland's stroke service will need additional funding to meet all priorities, Health Minister Robin Swann has said. Speaking at the first meeting of the All Party Group on Stroke today, Mini...
Northern Ireland News, Apr 16, 2024
Ministers Commit To Introducing Baby Loss Certificates
The Minister's for Finance and Health have committed to working together to progress the introduction of baby loss certificates for parents who have lost a baby during pregnancy before 24 weeks. Unde...
Ministers Commit To Introducing Baby Loss Certificates
The Minister's for Finance and Health have committed to working together to progress the introduction of baby loss certificates for parents who have lost a baby during pregnancy before 24 weeks. Unde...
Northern Ireland News, Apr 16, 2024
Other News In Brief
Defective Buildings Legislation Must Include Victoria Sq Owners – SDLP Any legislation introduced to address defective buildings must be designed to allow Victoria Square owners to resume thei...
Other News In Brief
Defective Buildings Legislation Must Include Victoria Sq Owners – SDLP Any legislation introduced to address defective buildings must be designed to allow Victoria Square owners to resume thei...
Northern Ireland News, Apr 15, 2024
Economy Minister Welcomes New Virtual Production Complex
A new virtual production studio complex is on course to open for business this Autumn and will be a key part of a major £72 million expansion of Belfast Harbour Studios. Economy Minister Conor Murphy...
Economy Minister Welcomes New Virtual Production Complex
A new virtual production studio complex is on course to open for business this Autumn and will be a key part of a major £72 million expansion of Belfast Harbour Studios. Economy Minister Conor Murphy...
Northern Ireland News, Apr 15, 2024
Police Service Announce Closure Of 11 Station Enquiry Offices
The Police Service of Northern Ireland has announced a decision to permanently close 11 Station Enquiry Offices. In March, the Chief Constable informed the Northern Ireland Policing Board that as a c...
Police Service Announce Closure Of 11 Station Enquiry Offices
The Police Service of Northern Ireland has announced a decision to permanently close 11 Station Enquiry Offices. In March, the Chief Constable informed the Northern Ireland Policing Board that as a c...
Northern Ireland News, Apr 15, 2024
SDLP To Call For Vital New Measures To Fight Poverty
The SDLP will use the next official Opposition Day to call on the Executive to endorse a range of vital measures, including ending the pernicious two-child limit on Universal Credit and a ban on no-fa...
SDLP To Call For Vital New Measures To Fight Poverty
The SDLP will use the next official Opposition Day to call on the Executive to endorse a range of vital measures, including ending the pernicious two-child limit on Universal Credit and a ban on no-fa...
Northern Ireland News, Apr 15, 2024
Assembly Members Form New All Party Group On Skills
Highlighting the importance of skills development and supply for all sectors in Northern Ireland, a new All Party Group on Skills has been established at the Northern Ireland Assembly. The All Party ...
Assembly Members Form New All Party Group On Skills
Highlighting the importance of skills development and supply for all sectors in Northern Ireland, a new All Party Group on Skills has been established at the Northern Ireland Assembly. The All Party ...
Northern Ireland News, Apr 15, 2024
PHA Urges Uptake Of Covid-19 Spring Booster
The Public Health Agency (PHA) has called on communities to take the opportunity to top up their protection ahead of any potential waves of Covid-19 over the coming months. Beginning today, Monday, 1...
PHA Urges Uptake Of Covid-19 Spring Booster
The Public Health Agency (PHA) has called on communities to take the opportunity to top up their protection ahead of any potential waves of Covid-19 over the coming months. Beginning today, Monday, 1...
Northern Ireland News, Apr 15, 2024
DAERA Minister Announces New Climate Change Regulations
New regulations introducing climate change reporting duties will have a "crucial part to play in delivering and supporting climate action in Northern Ireland". Department of Agriculture, the Environm...
DAERA Minister Announces New Climate Change Regulations
New regulations introducing climate change reporting duties will have a "crucial part to play in delivering and supporting climate action in Northern Ireland". Department of Agriculture, the Environm...
Northern Ireland News, Apr 15, 2024
Three In Hospital After Police Vehicle Collides With Another Vehicle
Two police officers and a civilian remain in hospital following a collision in Newry on Saturday, 13 April. It is understood that the police officers were travelling in a police vehicle to attend a s...
Three In Hospital After Police Vehicle Collides With Another Vehicle
Two police officers and a civilian remain in hospital following a collision in Newry on Saturday, 13 April. It is understood that the police officers were travelling in a police vehicle to attend a s...
Northern Ireland News, Apr 15, 2024
PSNI Appeal For Information Following Banbridge Shooting
PSNI Detectives have issued an appeal for information following a shooting incident in Banbridge on Friday, 12 April. Shortly after 8pm, it was reported that a man aged in his 40s had been shot in hi...
PSNI Appeal For Information Following Banbridge Shooting
PSNI Detectives have issued an appeal for information following a shooting incident in Banbridge on Friday, 12 April. Shortly after 8pm, it was reported that a man aged in his 40s had been shot in hi...
Northern Ireland News, Apr 15, 2024
NI Man Jailed For Use Of Criminal Encrypted Communication Channel
A 44-year-old man has been sentenced to a total of 12 years for offences linked to EncroChat – an encrypted communication channel used by criminals. Michael O'Loughlin was arrested in 2020 following ...
NI Man Jailed For Use Of Criminal Encrypted Communication Channel
A 44-year-old man has been sentenced to a total of 12 years for offences linked to EncroChat – an encrypted communication channel used by criminals. Michael O'Loughlin was arrested in 2020 following ...
Northern Ireland News, Apr 15, 2024
Other News In Brief
City Hall Service Marks 112th Anniversary Of Titanic Sinking A short service to mark 112 years since the sinking of RMS Titanic has been held at the Titanic Memorial at Belfast City Hall today...
Other News In Brief
City Hall Service Marks 112th Anniversary Of Titanic Sinking A short service to mark 112 years since the sinking of RMS Titanic has been held at the Titanic Memorial at Belfast City Hall today...
Northern Ireland News, Apr 12, 2024
Ministers Must Ensure Institutions Contribute To Redress Scheme
The First and deputy First Ministers must urgently intervene to ensure that institutions responsible for historical institutional child abuse contribute to the redress scheme. Alliance's Paula Bradsh...
Ministers Must Ensure Institutions Contribute To Redress Scheme
The First and deputy First Ministers must urgently intervene to ensure that institutions responsible for historical institutional child abuse contribute to the redress scheme. Alliance's Paula Bradsh...
Northern Ireland News, Apr 12, 2024
Shankill Juniors FC Named 'Anchor Club' For New Woodvale Park
Shankill Juniors FC has been announced as the official "anchor club" for the new 3G pitch currently in development at Woodvale Park. Work is underway on the £200,000 project at Woodvale Park, which w...
Shankill Juniors FC Named 'Anchor Club' For New Woodvale Park
Shankill Juniors FC has been announced as the official "anchor club" for the new 3G pitch currently in development at Woodvale Park. Work is underway on the £200,000 project at Woodvale Park, which w...