Other News In Brief

Two-Car Collision In L'Derry

Two cars have been involved in a collision on Clooney Road, Co L'Derry.

The accident happened around 12.30pm.

Emergency services are at the scene, and traffic is being diverted through Campsie Industrial Estate.

No further details are available.

PSNI Assistant Chief Constable To Resign

Assistant Chief Constable Alistair Finlay has announced he is to retire.

The Policing Board have been made aware of his decision and will appoint his successor.

ACC Finlay joined the PSNI in 2006.

He will retire with almost 33 years service to policing.

In a statement, Chief Constable George Hamilton said: "On behalf of the PSNI's Service Executive Team I want to place on record our sincere appreciation for the huge contribution and dedication Alistair Finlay has made to policing in Northern Ireland.

"He has been with the PSNI since 2006 and during his time has held a number of highly challenging roles including the safe delivery of the 2013 G8 Summit. We wish him every success for the future."

Road Closed After 'Void' Discovered

A road in Belfast city centre has been closed after workmen discovered a "void".

The discovery was made overnight as resurfacing work was underway at Bradbury Place.

A section of the road has been closed to traffic for safety reasons.

The Department of Regional Development has said investigations are being carried out to determine the cause of the void and have it repaired.

Weather Warning Issued For Thursday

A weather warning has been issued for Northern Ireland for Thursday.

The alert will be in place from 4pm on Thursday (26 February) and remain until 10am on Friday.

Motorists have been warned to expect difficult driving conditions and potential travel disruption as showers turn to sleet and snow, particularly over higher ground.

Plummeting temperatures could also result in an increased risk of ice.

(JP/CD)