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27/01/2012
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Security Alert In Co. Fermanagh
Police are attending a security alert in Co Fermanagh.A suspicious object was reported in the Drumroosk Road area of Kinawley on Friday morning.The road has been closed between the Derrylin Road and the Stragowna Road. There are no further details at present.
Man Arrested On Terrorism Charges
A Downpatrick man described by his solicitor as "a loner" and "a trainspotter" has appeared in court in Bangor charged with terrorist offences.Ryan Lavery, from Ballymote Park, was accused of gathering information that might be of use to terrorists. The 27-year-old was arrested in the town on Wednesday.
SF Demands HE To Explain Housing Waiting List
A Sinn Féin MLA has said the Housing Executive needs to explain the rationale behind their intention to establish a Belfast City Centre housing waiting list. The West Belfast Fra McCann MLA said: "I have asked the Housing Executive what was the reason behind this change in policy and how it would impact on those already waiting on housing in areas of high demand like West and North Belfast. "Because of the severe shortage in housing in these areas, some families are doubling up in one house, which is a throwback to the 1950s. "The Housing Executive have said that the city centre will be neutral in terms of allocation but this flies in the face of allocating on need. "The Housing Executive have questions to answer, not least, was political pressure brought to bear to move to this position?"
(LB)
Police are attending a security alert in Co Fermanagh.A suspicious object was reported in the Drumroosk Road area of Kinawley on Friday morning.The road has been closed between the Derrylin Road and the Stragowna Road. There are no further details at present.
Man Arrested On Terrorism Charges
A Downpatrick man described by his solicitor as "a loner" and "a trainspotter" has appeared in court in Bangor charged with terrorist offences.Ryan Lavery, from Ballymote Park, was accused of gathering information that might be of use to terrorists. The 27-year-old was arrested in the town on Wednesday.
SF Demands HE To Explain Housing Waiting List
A Sinn Féin MLA has said the Housing Executive needs to explain the rationale behind their intention to establish a Belfast City Centre housing waiting list. The West Belfast Fra McCann MLA said: "I have asked the Housing Executive what was the reason behind this change in policy and how it would impact on those already waiting on housing in areas of high demand like West and North Belfast. "Because of the severe shortage in housing in these areas, some families are doubling up in one house, which is a throwback to the 1950s. "The Housing Executive have said that the city centre will be neutral in terms of allocation but this flies in the face of allocating on need. "The Housing Executive have questions to answer, not least, was political pressure brought to bear to move to this position?"
(LB)
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Northern Ireland WeatherToday:A cloudy day with outbreaks of mainly light rain at times, although there may be the odd heavier burst. Driest in the south and east during the afternoon. Moderate southwesterly winds. Maximum temperature 11 °C.Tonight:Staying cloudy throughout the evening and overnight period with a little rain or drizzle at times. Mild overnight with light winds. Minimum temperature 7 °C.
