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24/09/2024
Health Minister Urged To Withdraw Public Health Bill Consultation
DUP Health Spokesperson Diane Dodds has called on Health Minister Mike Nesbitt to introduce a new consultation paper on the Public Health Bill.
In her letter, Dodds points out unclear and imprecise language within the current document and raises concerns about the Minister's remarks regarding the mandatory vaccination component of the proposals. She argues that revisiting the consultation would benefit all parties involved.
In the letter she said: "A new document would benefit from being more precise with greater detail on suggested interventions and the specific circumstances in which they might be deployed. There is little positive to be gained from consulting on areas which have no prospect of securing Executive or Assembly approval. In shaping a new consultation, the Department should be mindful of the concerns that have been expressed around individual liberty, and the checks and balances between the power of Government and personal freedom and choice."
In her letter, Dodds points out unclear and imprecise language within the current document and raises concerns about the Minister's remarks regarding the mandatory vaccination component of the proposals. She argues that revisiting the consultation would benefit all parties involved.
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24 September 2024
Council Approves Dual Street Language Sign In Portadown
A dual street language sign for Woodside Gardens in Portadown has been approved by Armagh, Banbridge and Craigavon Council. Alliance Armagh, Banbridge and Craigavon Council group leader Councillor Peter Lavery welcomed the approval and said it will be the first ever bilingual English and Irish sign in the town.
Council Approves Dual Street Language Sign In Portadown
A dual street language sign for Woodside Gardens in Portadown has been approved by Armagh, Banbridge and Craigavon Council. Alliance Armagh, Banbridge and Craigavon Council group leader Councillor Peter Lavery welcomed the approval and said it will be the first ever bilingual English and Irish sign in the town.
24 September 2024
Additional £2.5m Announced For NI Sustainable Energy Programme
An additional £2.5m funding package has been announced for the NI Sustainable Energy Programme (NISEP). NISEP is a series of energy efficiency schemes with 80% of funding targeted at low-income households delivered by the Energy Saving Trust on behalf of the Utility Regulator. This additional £2.
Additional £2.5m Announced For NI Sustainable Energy Programme
An additional £2.5m funding package has been announced for the NI Sustainable Energy Programme (NISEP). NISEP is a series of energy efficiency schemes with 80% of funding targeted at low-income households delivered by the Energy Saving Trust on behalf of the Utility Regulator. This additional £2.
24 September 2024
Police Issue Appeal To Help Trace Missing 12-Year-Old Boy
Police are appealing for information to help trace a missing 12-year-old boy who was last seen leaving school in Bangor at around 2pm on Monday, 23 September. Kai Oldham was wearing a navy P.E kit and a grey jacket but may have since changed his clothing. Anyone with information is being asked to call 101 quoting reference 1922 of 23/09/24.
Police Issue Appeal To Help Trace Missing 12-Year-Old Boy
Police are appealing for information to help trace a missing 12-year-old boy who was last seen leaving school in Bangor at around 2pm on Monday, 23 September. Kai Oldham was wearing a navy P.E kit and a grey jacket but may have since changed his clothing. Anyone with information is being asked to call 101 quoting reference 1922 of 23/09/24.
24 September 2024
Health Minister Urged To Withdraw Public Health Bill Consultation
DUP Health Spokesperson Diane Dodds has called on Health Minister Mike Nesbitt to introduce a new consultation paper on the Public Health Bill. In her letter, Dodds points out unclear and imprecise language within the current document and raises concerns about the Minister's remarks regarding the mandatory vaccination component of the proposals.
Health Minister Urged To Withdraw Public Health Bill Consultation
DUP Health Spokesperson Diane Dodds has called on Health Minister Mike Nesbitt to introduce a new consultation paper on the Public Health Bill. In her letter, Dodds points out unclear and imprecise language within the current document and raises concerns about the Minister's remarks regarding the mandatory vaccination component of the proposals.
24 September 2024
Action Needed To Reform And Expand Respite Services In NI - Alliance
Alliance Health Spokesperson Nuala McAllister MLA has called for urgent action to reform and expand access to respite services in Northern Ireland. The North Belfast MLA was speaking following the airing of a BBC Spotlight investigation on the lack of support for families with children with special education needs and disabilities.
Action Needed To Reform And Expand Respite Services In NI - Alliance
Alliance Health Spokesperson Nuala McAllister MLA has called for urgent action to reform and expand access to respite services in Northern Ireland. The North Belfast MLA was speaking following the airing of a BBC Spotlight investigation on the lack of support for families with children with special education needs and disabilities.
24 September 2024
Women Founders To Share Tech Innovations At Belfast Lunch & Learn Event
Women in tech organisation TechFoundHer is set to host an Innovation Lunch & Learn in Belfast on Monday, 30th September, as part of Belfast Tech Week.
Women Founders To Share Tech Innovations At Belfast Lunch & Learn Event
Women in tech organisation TechFoundHer is set to host an Innovation Lunch & Learn in Belfast on Monday, 30th September, as part of Belfast Tech Week.
23 September 2024
NIFRS Issues Fire Safety Warning To Students Across NI
The Northern Ireland Fire and Rescue Service (NIFRS) has issued a fire safety warning to students, as they begin to move into new accommodations for the academic year. The NIFRS has emphasised the importance fire safety in student housing as part of Student Fire Safety Week, which begins today, 23 September.
NIFRS Issues Fire Safety Warning To Students Across NI
The Northern Ireland Fire and Rescue Service (NIFRS) has issued a fire safety warning to students, as they begin to move into new accommodations for the academic year. The NIFRS has emphasised the importance fire safety in student housing as part of Student Fire Safety Week, which begins today, 23 September.
23 September 2024
Babatunde Aléshé To Explore NI For New C4 Mini-Series
Comedian, writer, actor and podcaster, Babatunde Aléshé, is to explore the island of Ireland as part of a new Channel 4 mini-series, 'Where To Next?'. The broadcaster has partnered with Tourism Ireland for the new digital-first mini-series, which will see Babatunde explore Northern Ireland and the island of Ireland for the first time.
Babatunde Aléshé To Explore NI For New C4 Mini-Series
Comedian, writer, actor and podcaster, Babatunde Aléshé, is to explore the island of Ireland as part of a new Channel 4 mini-series, 'Where To Next?'. The broadcaster has partnered with Tourism Ireland for the new digital-first mini-series, which will see Babatunde explore Northern Ireland and the island of Ireland for the first time.
23 September 2024
£15.1m PEACEPLUS Funding For Belfast Community Projects
A total of sixteen community projects across Belfast are to benefit from funding of £15.1 million through the PEACEPLUS programme, administered by the Special EU Programmes Body. Over the next three years, 16 initiatives engaging over 17,000 residents will be delivered, with everyone across the city encouraged to get involved.
£15.1m PEACEPLUS Funding For Belfast Community Projects
A total of sixteen community projects across Belfast are to benefit from funding of £15.1 million through the PEACEPLUS programme, administered by the Special EU Programmes Body. Over the next three years, 16 initiatives engaging over 17,000 residents will be delivered, with everyone across the city encouraged to get involved.
23 September 2024
Appeal After 'Wanton Vandalism' Of Historic Train Carriages I Downpatrick
The PSNI have issued an appeal for information and witnesses after a number of historical train carriages were damaged at a museum in Downpatrick. It is believed that entry was gained to the site, at Market Street, some time on the afternoon of Friday, 20th September and a number of carriages within the museum were badly damaged.
Appeal After 'Wanton Vandalism' Of Historic Train Carriages I Downpatrick
The PSNI have issued an appeal for information and witnesses after a number of historical train carriages were damaged at a museum in Downpatrick. It is believed that entry was gained to the site, at Market Street, some time on the afternoon of Friday, 20th September and a number of carriages within the museum were badly damaged.
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