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05/02/2016
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Woman Convicted Of Benefit Fraud
A woman has been convicted for claiming for claiming benefits she was not entitled at Coleraine Magistrates' Court.
Margaret Beattie claimed Jobseekers Allowance and Housing Benefit totalling £12,280 while failing to declare employment. She was given 75 hours community service.
She is also required to repay the outstanding money wrongfully obtained to the Social Security Agency.
NIE Networks To Attend Self Build Show
NIE Networks has announced it is attending the Self Build Show at the Titanic TEC in Belfast.
The show takes place from 12 to the 14 February.
Edel Creery, Connections Manager at NIE Networks, said: "At NIE Networks, we aim to make the connections process as easy as possible for our customers.
"We have recently redesigned our application forms, adding in a timeline so that anyone applying for a connection or an alteration has a clear idea how long it will take.
"We've been connecting homes, businesses and communities to the electricity network for the last century, and we continue to offer our customers a service built on experience, skill and attention to detail.
"Once we receive your application, our experienced planning engineers, working with our team of surveyors and wayleaves experts, will design your connection and send you a quote."
New Member Appointed To The Governing Body Of SERC
Employment and Learning Minister Dr Stephen Farry has announced the appointment of a new member to the Governing Body of South Eastern Regional College.
The Minister has appointed John Mackell with effect from 1 February 2016 for a period of four years.
Minister Farry said: "Our further education colleges play a crucial role in Northern Ireland by delivering cutting edge provision, which enables students to gain the skills required within a progressive and competitive economy.
"The South Eastern Regional College has a strong track record of understanding and responding to the needs of the economy, employers and learners in its local area.
"The appointment of Mr John Mackell will help to ensure that the College has the strategic leadership in place to strengthen its performance and provide a better service for the whole community."
(CD/JP)
A woman has been convicted for claiming for claiming benefits she was not entitled at Coleraine Magistrates' Court.
Margaret Beattie claimed Jobseekers Allowance and Housing Benefit totalling £12,280 while failing to declare employment. She was given 75 hours community service.
She is also required to repay the outstanding money wrongfully obtained to the Social Security Agency.
NIE Networks To Attend Self Build Show
NIE Networks has announced it is attending the Self Build Show at the Titanic TEC in Belfast.
The show takes place from 12 to the 14 February.
Edel Creery, Connections Manager at NIE Networks, said: "At NIE Networks, we aim to make the connections process as easy as possible for our customers.
"We have recently redesigned our application forms, adding in a timeline so that anyone applying for a connection or an alteration has a clear idea how long it will take.
"We've been connecting homes, businesses and communities to the electricity network for the last century, and we continue to offer our customers a service built on experience, skill and attention to detail.
"Once we receive your application, our experienced planning engineers, working with our team of surveyors and wayleaves experts, will design your connection and send you a quote."
New Member Appointed To The Governing Body Of SERC
Employment and Learning Minister Dr Stephen Farry has announced the appointment of a new member to the Governing Body of South Eastern Regional College.
The Minister has appointed John Mackell with effect from 1 February 2016 for a period of four years.
Minister Farry said: "Our further education colleges play a crucial role in Northern Ireland by delivering cutting edge provision, which enables students to gain the skills required within a progressive and competitive economy.
"The South Eastern Regional College has a strong track record of understanding and responding to the needs of the economy, employers and learners in its local area.
"The appointment of Mr John Mackell will help to ensure that the College has the strategic leadership in place to strengthen its performance and provide a better service for the whole community."
(CD/JP)
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