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Northern Ireland News for December 2003 : Page 11
UK National News, Dec 1, 2003
Ian Huntley gives evidence at Old Bailey
Ian Huntley, the man who is accused of killing Soham schoolgirls Holly Wells and Jessica Chapman, has taken the stand today as the defence began its case at the Old Bailey today. Mr Huntley appeared...
Ian Huntley gives evidence at Old Bailey
Ian Huntley, the man who is accused of killing Soham schoolgirls Holly Wells and Jessica Chapman, has taken the stand today as the defence began its case at the Old Bailey today. Mr Huntley appeared...
UK National News, Dec 1, 2003
US kills 46 Iraqis in disputed circumstances
US troops have killed 46 Iraqis and wounded 18 more during a gun battle in the city of Samarra yesterday, in circumstances that have been disputed by Iraqi witnesses. The US Central Command has clai...
US kills 46 Iraqis in disputed circumstances
US troops have killed 46 Iraqis and wounded 18 more during a gun battle in the city of Samarra yesterday, in circumstances that have been disputed by Iraqi witnesses. The US Central Command has clai...
Northern Ireland News, Dec 1, 2003
NI average house price slowing down
The average house price in Northern Ireland is continuing to slow down, latest figures have revealed. Issued on behalf of University of Ulster, Bank of Ireland and the Northern Ireland Housing Execut...
NI average house price slowing down
The average house price in Northern Ireland is continuing to slow down, latest figures have revealed. Issued on behalf of University of Ulster, Bank of Ireland and the Northern Ireland Housing Execut...
UK National News, Dec 1, 2003
Drivers face fines for using mobiles from today
Starting today, motorists could face fines of up to £30 for using a hand-held mobile phone when driving. The new offence takes effect from today and initially offenders will be subject to a £30 fine,...
Drivers face fines for using mobiles from today
Starting today, motorists could face fines of up to £30 for using a hand-held mobile phone when driving. The new offence takes effect from today and initially offenders will be subject to a £30 fine,...
Northern Ireland News, Dec 1, 2003
Talks continue at Shorts
Talks between management at Belfast aerospace company Shorts, and two unions representing the majority of workers are set to continue this week. The negotiations follow on from strike action taken la...
Talks continue at Shorts
Talks between management at Belfast aerospace company Shorts, and two unions representing the majority of workers are set to continue this week. The negotiations follow on from strike action taken la...
UK National News, Dec 1, 2003
Government doubles funding to UN Aids programme
The government has pledged to double its funding to the United Nations programme on HIV/AIDS (UNAIDS) to £6 million for 2004, it has been announced today. There are 60 million people infected with HI...
Government doubles funding to UN Aids programme
The government has pledged to double its funding to the United Nations programme on HIV/AIDS (UNAIDS) to £6 million for 2004, it has been announced today. There are 60 million people infected with HI...
Northern Ireland News, Dec 1, 2003
Minister warns of counterfeit goods danger
Security Minister Jane Kennedy has today warned the public of the dangers of buying counterfeit goods. Ms Kennedy, accompanied by leading representatives from industries badly affected by counterfeit...
Minister warns of counterfeit goods danger
Security Minister Jane Kennedy has today warned the public of the dangers of buying counterfeit goods. Ms Kennedy, accompanied by leading representatives from industries badly affected by counterfeit...
UK National News, Dec 1, 2003
BMA backs workplace smoking ban proposals
The British Medical Association's (BMA) organisation in Scotland has backed calls for legislation to banning smoking in the workplace in order to "protect" employees and reduce the number of "needless...
BMA backs workplace smoking ban proposals
The British Medical Association's (BMA) organisation in Scotland has backed calls for legislation to banning smoking in the workplace in order to "protect" employees and reduce the number of "needless...
Northern Ireland News, Dec 1, 2003
Mivan named as UK’s top construction firm
A leading Northern Ireland construction company has been named 2003 British Construction Firm of the Year at a top UK building awards gala. Antrim-based Mivan was responsible for specialist construct...
Mivan named as UK’s top construction firm
A leading Northern Ireland construction company has been named 2003 British Construction Firm of the Year at a top UK building awards gala. Antrim-based Mivan was responsible for specialist construct...
UK National News, Dec 1, 2003
£1bn needed to ensure child poverty goal is met
Around £1 billion more might need to be spent for the government to meet its target to reduce child poverty to 3.1 million by 2004-05, according to a leading think-tank. A report by the Institute for...
£1bn needed to ensure child poverty goal is met
Around £1 billion more might need to be spent for the government to meet its target to reduce child poverty to 3.1 million by 2004-05, according to a leading think-tank. A report by the Institute for...
UK National News, Dec 1, 2003
Man Utd nets £36m deal with Vodafone
Manchester United have today agreed a £36 million sponsorship deal with Vodafone – the biggest ever brokered for a premiership club. The plc's announced a new four-year partnership that will see Vod...
Man Utd nets £36m deal with Vodafone
Manchester United have today agreed a £36 million sponsorship deal with Vodafone – the biggest ever brokered for a premiership club. The plc's announced a new four-year partnership that will see Vod...
Northern Ireland News, Dec 1, 2003
Queen's success down to recognising 'need to change'
Queen's University’s current place in the top 20 of UK universities for teaching and research resulted from its recognition of the need to change, Vice-Chancellor Professor Sir George Bain has said. ...
Queen's success down to recognising 'need to change'
Queen's University’s current place in the top 20 of UK universities for teaching and research resulted from its recognition of the need to change, Vice-Chancellor Professor Sir George Bain has said. ...
UK National News, Dec 1, 2003
Single-dose 'morning after' pill introduced
The dosage for the emergency 'morning after' pill has been changed to offer more benefits to users "without compromising the drug's safety or effectiveness", the health department has said. In respo...
Single-dose 'morning after' pill introduced
The dosage for the emergency 'morning after' pill has been changed to offer more benefits to users "without compromising the drug's safety or effectiveness", the health department has said. In respo...
UK National News, Dec 1, 2003
New anti-begging measures come into force
Begging, already a criminal offence, will from today be a recordable offence as part of the government's drive to tackle crime and anti-social behaviour. The change will help tackle the anti-social b...
New anti-begging measures come into force
Begging, already a criminal offence, will from today be a recordable offence as part of the government's drive to tackle crime and anti-social behaviour. The change will help tackle the anti-social b...
Northern Ireland News, Dec 1, 2003
MOT waiting times back on target
The Driver & Vehicle Testing Agency (DVTA) today revealed that waiting times for MOT tests have come down significantly since the summer and are now back on track. Chief Executive Stanley Duncan said...
MOT waiting times back on target
The Driver & Vehicle Testing Agency (DVTA) today revealed that waiting times for MOT tests have come down significantly since the summer and are now back on track. Chief Executive Stanley Duncan said...
UK National News, Dec 1, 2003
Britain takes lead role in Nato's chemical defence unit
Britain is to take on a leading role in a new multinational Nato battalion designed to respond to attacks from Chemical, Biological, Radiological and Nuclear (CBRN) weapons. The battalion, which was...
Britain takes lead role in Nato's chemical defence unit
Britain is to take on a leading role in a new multinational Nato battalion designed to respond to attacks from Chemical, Biological, Radiological and Nuclear (CBRN) weapons. The battalion, which was...
Northern Ireland News, Dec 1, 2003
Lord Mayor praises work of Aids campaigners
Lord Mayor of Belfast, Councillor Martin Morgan, has voiced his support for people working in the front line in the fight against AIDS and HIV. Speaking at a lunchtime rally on Monday to mark Global ...
Lord Mayor praises work of Aids campaigners
Lord Mayor of Belfast, Councillor Martin Morgan, has voiced his support for people working in the front line in the fight against AIDS and HIV. Speaking at a lunchtime rally on Monday to mark Global ...
Northern Ireland News, Dec 1, 2003
Public services need greater accountability
A wide-ranging survey of views on public services in Northern Ireland has revealed that the general public believes that there needs to be greater accountability in the current system. The findings w...
Public services need greater accountability
A wide-ranging survey of views on public services in Northern Ireland has revealed that the general public believes that there needs to be greater accountability in the current system. The findings w...
Business News, Dec 1, 2003
Cable & Wireless launches new NI business package
International telecommunications group, Cable & Wireless, today launched a new voice package for Northern Irish business customers. Cable & Wireless claims their Business Talk package will provide a ...
Cable & Wireless launches new NI business package
International telecommunications group, Cable & Wireless, today launched a new voice package for Northern Irish business customers. Cable & Wireless claims their Business Talk package will provide a ...
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