Other News In Brief

Appointment to NI Teachers' Pension Scheme Board

Education Minister, Paul Givan, appoints Mr Michael Burton as Independent Chair of NI Teachers’ Pension Scheme Board.

Mr Burton currently holds the appointment of Chairperson, Northern Ireland Police Pension Scheme Board, (2018 to present). He formerly chaired the Northern Ireland Teachers’ Pension Scheme Pension Board from 2015 to 2021

Mr Burton confirmed that he has refrained from engaging in any political activities in the past five years.

Job Fair To Be Held At The Junction Retail and Leisure Park

Local employers and support organizations are set to gather at The Junction Retail and Leisure Park in Antrim for a Job Fair focusing on employment opportunities, apprenticeships and support.

The Junction will host this event in partnership with Antrim and Newtownabbey Borough Council and the Department for Communities from 11am to 4pm on Saturday 29 June.

Mayor of Antrim and Newtownabbey, Councillor Neil Kelly said: "This event is an excellent chance for our residents to connect directly with local employers and learn about available roles and career pathways. Various support organisations will also be present to offer assistance with CV development and interview preparation techniques. I encourage anyone seeking employment, considering a career change, or needing support with employability to attend." There will be a range of industries represented including manufacturing, healthcare & retail and residents can learn what skills, experience or qualifications employers are looking for.

Power NI Supports Belfast Football Club

The youth teams of Sandy Row FC will wear a new kit for future matches which has been funded by Power NI through its Helping Hands initiative.

Designed for performance, the lightweight blue shirt and matching shorts from sportswear giant Adidas are expected to boost the confidence of the club's younger players, enabling them to perform well under pressure.

In the last twelve months, the youth team has secured multiple trophies in the South Belfast Youth League, with the Under-13 girls achieving domestic success and winning the Prestatyn Cup in Wales.

A request for £300 in support was made to Power NI by company employee Kylie Best. "It is amazing that my employer can give back and help organisations in my local community. It will really help Sandy Row FC’s youth team as the club is growing rapidly and all fundraising is greatly appreciated."

2012 team coach Kyle Mulholland added: "Power NI's Helping Hands scheme is an extremely important part of fundraising for local community groups. The generosity of the scheme has enabled the club to purchase a football kit for the youth team – we are very proud to have Power NI as our sponsor."

Established in 2012, Sandy Row Football Club now has 15 teams. These range from Under-5s, participating in the South Belfast Youth League and Small Sided Games Development League, to the Senior men's squad, competing in the Northern Amateur Football League.