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27/03/2017
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Two People Convicted Of Benefit Fraud
Two people have been convicted for claiming benefits they were not entitled to at Antrim Magistrates' Court.
Isac Darling claimed Jobseeker's Allowance totalling £874 while failing to declare employment. He was given 150 hours community service.
Helen Brown Jobseeker's Allowance totalling £2,712 while failing to declare employment. She was given 200 hours community service and a nine month prison sentence suspended for one year.
Both are also required to repay any outstanding money wrongfully obtained to the Department for Communities.
Lightsource Renewable Energy To Work On Antrim Solar Project
Lightsource Renewable Energy has been commissioned to work on a major solar development in Antrim.
The project will deliver over 32 MW of clean, renewable energy into the Northern Irish energy grid.
The Antrim project will create enough energy to power more than 11,000 homes.
The 32 MW solar energy scheme is made up of a network of five sites, linked by a single connection to the electricity grid. The projects, all in County Antrim, are located at Lough Road, Moira Road, Belfast Road (Nutts Corner), Knockcairn and Hillside and are each between 5 and 10 MW.
Separately, Lightsource has also commenced generating power at a new 6 MW project at Millar Farm, Antrim.
Nick Boyle, CEO at Lightsource, said: "We are delighted to complete this landmark project in Antrim. This is the most significant solar development on the island of Ireland to date. Domestically generated solar energy has an important role to play in relation to meeting Northern Ireland's energy needs."
NICS Launches Competition To Recruit Non-Executive Members
The Northern Ireland Civil Service (NICS) has launched a new competition to recruit Non-Executive Members of Audit Committees and Boards of government departments.
In order to promote the efficient and effective use of public money, formal structures are in place to oversee the work of each department and ensure that appropriate controls are in place.
Head of the Civil Service, Sir Malcolm McKibbin said: "This competition represents a valuable opportunity to make a real difference to the running of a government department and to ensure that public resources are managed effectively."
The closing date for applications is 12 noon on 19 April 2017.
(CD)
Two people have been convicted for claiming benefits they were not entitled to at Antrim Magistrates' Court.
Isac Darling claimed Jobseeker's Allowance totalling £874 while failing to declare employment. He was given 150 hours community service.
Helen Brown Jobseeker's Allowance totalling £2,712 while failing to declare employment. She was given 200 hours community service and a nine month prison sentence suspended for one year.
Both are also required to repay any outstanding money wrongfully obtained to the Department for Communities.
Lightsource Renewable Energy To Work On Antrim Solar Project
Lightsource Renewable Energy has been commissioned to work on a major solar development in Antrim.
The project will deliver over 32 MW of clean, renewable energy into the Northern Irish energy grid.
The Antrim project will create enough energy to power more than 11,000 homes.
The 32 MW solar energy scheme is made up of a network of five sites, linked by a single connection to the electricity grid. The projects, all in County Antrim, are located at Lough Road, Moira Road, Belfast Road (Nutts Corner), Knockcairn and Hillside and are each between 5 and 10 MW.
Separately, Lightsource has also commenced generating power at a new 6 MW project at Millar Farm, Antrim.
Nick Boyle, CEO at Lightsource, said: "We are delighted to complete this landmark project in Antrim. This is the most significant solar development on the island of Ireland to date. Domestically generated solar energy has an important role to play in relation to meeting Northern Ireland's energy needs."
NICS Launches Competition To Recruit Non-Executive Members
The Northern Ireland Civil Service (NICS) has launched a new competition to recruit Non-Executive Members of Audit Committees and Boards of government departments.
In order to promote the efficient and effective use of public money, formal structures are in place to oversee the work of each department and ensure that appropriate controls are in place.
Head of the Civil Service, Sir Malcolm McKibbin said: "This competition represents a valuable opportunity to make a real difference to the running of a government department and to ensure that public resources are managed effectively."
The closing date for applications is 12 noon on 19 April 2017.
(CD)
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Work Begins On New Solar Farm In South Antrim
Work has started on a new solar farm in south Antrim. The £7 million scheme will supply electricity to NI Water's Dunmore Water Treatment works. The work is taking place on a 33-acre site on the eastern shore of Lough Neagh and when completed will produce a peak output of 4.99 megawatts and is expected to save over £0.
20 January 2011
Renewable Energy Gets Powerful Boost
A new association is being formed today aimed at expanding the use of renewable energy sources, such as wind power. The Northern Ireland Renewable Industry Group (NIRIG), which represents the collective voices of Irish Wind Energy Association (IWEA) and RenewableUK in Northern Ireland, was officially launched on Thursday.
Renewable Energy Gets Powerful Boost
A new association is being formed today aimed at expanding the use of renewable energy sources, such as wind power. The Northern Ireland Renewable Industry Group (NIRIG), which represents the collective voices of Irish Wind Energy Association (IWEA) and RenewableUK in Northern Ireland, was officially launched on Thursday.
01 April 2010
Energy Cost Cut 'Suits' Mens Outfitter
Independent clothing company Bogart Menswear is one of the latest retailers to benefit from green energy savings having moved to a renewable energy supply from Energia. Established for over 30 years in Ann Street Belfast, the Bogart chain also comprises a store in Newry and a recently opened flagship store in Belfast City Centre.
Energy Cost Cut 'Suits' Mens Outfitter
Independent clothing company Bogart Menswear is one of the latest retailers to benefit from green energy savings having moved to a renewable energy supply from Energia. Established for over 30 years in Ann Street Belfast, the Bogart chain also comprises a store in Newry and a recently opened flagship store in Belfast City Centre.
03 September 2009
Wind Is 'Foundation' Of Renewable Sector
Wind energy could form the bedrock for achieving Northern Ireland's renewable energy targets, the Environment Minister has said. Speaker at the Irish Wind Energy Association Workshop in Belfast, Edwin Poots reaffirmed his support for the wind industry and all other renewable energy technologies.
Wind Is 'Foundation' Of Renewable Sector
Wind energy could form the bedrock for achieving Northern Ireland's renewable energy targets, the Environment Minister has said. Speaker at the Irish Wind Energy Association Workshop in Belfast, Edwin Poots reaffirmed his support for the wind industry and all other renewable energy technologies.
15 June 2009
Potential For 'Green' Jobs, Says De Brun
The green economy should be at the heart of government programmes, according to Sinn Féin's Bairbre de Brún, who said energy efficiency schemes could create much-needed jobs for the ailing construction sector. The newly re-elected MEP (pictured) appeared before the Climate Change Inquiry held by the Assembly Environment Committee last week.
Potential For 'Green' Jobs, Says De Brun
The green economy should be at the heart of government programmes, according to Sinn Féin's Bairbre de Brún, who said energy efficiency schemes could create much-needed jobs for the ailing construction sector. The newly re-elected MEP (pictured) appeared before the Climate Change Inquiry held by the Assembly Environment Committee last week.
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