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Northern Ireland News for May 2003 : Page 16
UK National News, May 1, 2003
Blair unilaterally declares NI elections postponed
British Prime Minister Tony Blair has confirmed that elections to the Northern Ireland Assembly have been postponed until the autumn. Mr Blair said that the lack of clarity on the IRA's position on f...
Blair unilaterally declares NI elections postponed
British Prime Minister Tony Blair has confirmed that elections to the Northern Ireland Assembly have been postponed until the autumn. Mr Blair said that the lack of clarity on the IRA's position on f...
Northern Ireland News, May 1, 2003
Blair announces postponement of NI elections
Northern Ireland's political process was in turmoil today after Prime Minister Tony Blair announced that Assembly elections are to be postponed until the autumn. Mr Blair said the latest statement on...
Blair announces postponement of NI elections
Northern Ireland's political process was in turmoil today after Prime Minister Tony Blair announced that Assembly elections are to be postponed until the autumn. Mr Blair said the latest statement on...
UK National News, May 1, 2003
Tel Aviv suicide bomber was British citizen
The Israeli government has said that a suicide bomber who killed three people in Tel Aviv yesterday was a British citizen – the first time a UK national has been responsible for such an outrage. The ...
Tel Aviv suicide bomber was British citizen
The Israeli government has said that a suicide bomber who killed three people in Tel Aviv yesterday was a British citizen – the first time a UK national has been responsible for such an outrage. The ...
UK National News, May 1, 2003
UK to reduce military presence in Gulf
Britain is set to reduce its military strength in the Gulf, in anticipation of the US president's announcement today that the Iraq war is over. By mid-May, British armed forces in the region should d...
UK to reduce military presence in Gulf
Britain is set to reduce its military strength in the Gulf, in anticipation of the US president's announcement today that the Iraq war is over. By mid-May, British armed forces in the region should d...
UK National News, May 1, 2003
Prime Minister welcomes Roadmap for Middle East peace
Prime Minister Tony Blair has welcomed the presentation of the Middle East peace plan to the Israeli government and the newly installed Palestinian cabinet. The Roadmap was presented yesterday after...
Prime Minister welcomes Roadmap for Middle East peace
Prime Minister Tony Blair has welcomed the presentation of the Middle East peace plan to the Israeli government and the newly installed Palestinian cabinet. The Roadmap was presented yesterday after...
UK National News, May 1, 2003
Relative calm during London May Day protests
Despite fears of disruption in this year's May Day demonstration, the march has progressed in a relatively peaceful manner this afternoon. The most serious disorder broke out around the headquarters ...
Relative calm during London May Day protests
Despite fears of disruption in this year's May Day demonstration, the march has progressed in a relatively peaceful manner this afternoon. The most serious disorder broke out around the headquarters ...
UK National News, May 1, 2003
ICI to shed 300 UK jobs after profits slide
Chemicals giant ICI is to shed around 300 jobs in the UK as part of a global restructuring programme. Up to 700 jobs worldwide could go on the back of a sharp fall in profits. The announcement follow...
ICI to shed 300 UK jobs after profits slide
Chemicals giant ICI is to shed around 300 jobs in the UK as part of a global restructuring programme. Up to 700 jobs worldwide could go on the back of a sharp fall in profits. The announcement follow...
Northern Ireland News, May 1, 2003
Man given two years for attacks on girlfriend
A man has been sentenced to two years in jail after a court heard how he set his girlfriend on fire a month before beating her with a poker. Belfast Crown Court was told how 36-year-old Ian Baird lif...
Man given two years for attacks on girlfriend
A man has been sentenced to two years in jail after a court heard how he set his girlfriend on fire a month before beating her with a poker. Belfast Crown Court was told how 36-year-old Ian Baird lif...
Northern Ireland News, May 1, 2003
Two further arrests over 'bugging' claims
The co-authors of the book at the centre of the current Martin McGuinness bugging scandal have been arrested. Liam Clarke, the Northern Ireland editor of the Sunday Times, and his wife Kathryn Johnst...
Two further arrests over 'bugging' claims
The co-authors of the book at the centre of the current Martin McGuinness bugging scandal have been arrested. Liam Clarke, the Northern Ireland editor of the Sunday Times, and his wife Kathryn Johnst...
UK National News, May 1, 2003
British diplomats return to Baghdad
Britain is to resume diplomatic relation with Iraq, Foreign Secretary Jack Straw announced today. Mr Straw revealed that British diplomats would be returning to Iraq to re-establish a presence for th...
British diplomats return to Baghdad
Britain is to resume diplomatic relation with Iraq, Foreign Secretary Jack Straw announced today. Mr Straw revealed that British diplomats would be returning to Iraq to re-establish a presence for th...
UK National News, May 1, 2003
Algerian nationals required to hold travel visa
The Home Office has announced today that Algerian nationals travelling through the UK will be required to have a travel visa from midnight tomorrow. Algerians, who already need a visa to visit the UK...
Algerian nationals required to hold travel visa
The Home Office has announced today that Algerian nationals travelling through the UK will be required to have a travel visa from midnight tomorrow. Algerians, who already need a visa to visit the UK...
UK National News, May 1, 2003
Record fine imposed on FA over Turkey game
The English Football Association was today handed a record fine by UEFA and issued with a final warning on the future conduct of fans. UEFA's Control and Disciplinary Body today found the FA guilty o...
Record fine imposed on FA over Turkey game
The English Football Association was today handed a record fine by UEFA and issued with a final warning on the future conduct of fans. UEFA's Control and Disciplinary Body today found the FA guilty o...
UK National News, May 1, 2003
Consumer groups chew out Cadbury’s sports scheme
Consumer groups have branded Cadbury's Get Active promotion scheme as an “irresponsible ploy to encourage unhealthy eating among kids”. Cadbury's 'Free Sports Kit 4 Schools' scheme offers sports equi...
Consumer groups chew out Cadbury’s sports scheme
Consumer groups have branded Cadbury's Get Active promotion scheme as an “irresponsible ploy to encourage unhealthy eating among kids”. Cadbury's 'Free Sports Kit 4 Schools' scheme offers sports equi...
Business News, May 1, 2003
Computacenter employee lands top Microsoft award
Computacenter is celebrating a prestigious award win this week following Microsoft’s decision to honour one of its employees with an award for Outstanding Contribution. Mark Garrity, Microsoft licens...
Computacenter employee lands top Microsoft award
Computacenter is celebrating a prestigious award win this week following Microsoft’s decision to honour one of its employees with an award for Outstanding Contribution. Mark Garrity, Microsoft licens...
Northern Ireland News, May 1, 2003
Province's surgery waiting lists fall
Surgery waiting lists in Northern Ireland have fallen radically, according to a new report. The Audit Office report revealed that the number of people waiting more than 18 months for surgery has been...
Province's surgery waiting lists fall
Surgery waiting lists in Northern Ireland have fallen radically, according to a new report. The Audit Office report revealed that the number of people waiting more than 18 months for surgery has been...
Northern Ireland News, May 1, 2003
Teenager shot in paramilitary-style attack
A teenager has been shot in a paramilitary style attack in Newtownards. The 15-year-old youth was asleep in his house in the Westwinds estate when around five masked men dragged him from his house an...
Teenager shot in paramilitary-style attack
A teenager has been shot in a paramilitary style attack in Newtownards. The 15-year-old youth was asleep in his house in the Westwinds estate when around five masked men dragged him from his house an...
Northern Ireland News, May 1, 2003
Customs raid fuel laundering plant in Co Armagh
Customs officers have dismantled another illegal fuel laundering plant in Co. Armagh. In a joint operation with PSNI the laundering operation was discovered on farm premises in the Washingbay area an...
Customs raid fuel laundering plant in Co Armagh
Customs officers have dismantled another illegal fuel laundering plant in Co. Armagh. In a joint operation with PSNI the laundering operation was discovered on farm premises in the Washingbay area an...
Northern Ireland News, May 1, 2003
NI Ambulance Service receive 43 new vehicles
Northern Ireland's Ambulance Service is set to receive its first batch of new vehicles today. The fleet of 43 new Mercedes Turbo Diesel Accident and Emergency Ambulances are set to go into service ac...
NI Ambulance Service receive 43 new vehicles
Northern Ireland's Ambulance Service is set to receive its first batch of new vehicles today. The fleet of 43 new Mercedes Turbo Diesel Accident and Emergency Ambulances are set to go into service ac...
Northern Ireland News, May 1, 2003
Prince to act as patron of George Cross Foundation
The Royal Ulster Constabulary George Cross Foundation has announced that the Prince of Wales has agreed to become its patron. Foundation chairman Jim McDonald confirmed the acceptance today and said ...
Prince to act as patron of George Cross Foundation
The Royal Ulster Constabulary George Cross Foundation has announced that the Prince of Wales has agreed to become its patron. Foundation chairman Jim McDonald confirmed the acceptance today and said ...
Northern Ireland News, May 1, 2003
Belfast firm secures £2m Contact Centre contract
Belfast-based Citizen Relationship Management (CRM) specialist Lagan has secured a £2 million contract with a Customer Contact Centre in Stockport. The deal, which is through Stockport Metropolitan B...
Belfast firm secures £2m Contact Centre contract
Belfast-based Citizen Relationship Management (CRM) specialist Lagan has secured a £2 million contract with a Customer Contact Centre in Stockport. The deal, which is through Stockport Metropolitan B...
Northern Ireland News, May 1, 2003
Open + Direct win Courts retail credit account business
Open + Direct’s Retail Services division has announced the signing of a major contract with furniture retail multiple Courts. Open + Direct will provide retail credit throughout Courts’ 100-strong st...
Open + Direct win Courts retail credit account business
Open + Direct’s Retail Services division has announced the signing of a major contract with furniture retail multiple Courts. Open + Direct will provide retail credit throughout Courts’ 100-strong st...
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Northern Ireland WeatherToday:A chilly start with a widespread frost and some freezing fog, any freezing fog slow to clear. Otherwise bright with sunny spells and coastal showers. Light winds. Maximum temperature 6 °C.Tonight:Coastal showers dying out with a widespread frost developing along with freezing fog, which could become extensive. Winds remaining light. Minimum temperature -3 °C.
