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Northern Ireland News for September 2004 : Page 5
UK National News, Sep 21, 2004
Crime survey shows rise in violence against shop staff
The total losses from retail crime fell to £1 billion for last year – down from £1.7 billion in 2002 – but acts of aggression against shop staff has sky-rocketed, according to the latest Retail Crime ...
Crime survey shows rise in violence against shop staff
The total losses from retail crime fell to £1 billion for last year – down from £1.7 billion in 2002 – but acts of aggression against shop staff has sky-rocketed, according to the latest Retail Crime ...
UK National News, Sep 21, 2004
New measures set to tackle 'pockets of worklessness'
Improved housing choice, more flexibility for Jobcentre Plus staff and better support for business start-ups are among new measures announce today which are designed to tackle economic and social excl...
New measures set to tackle 'pockets of worklessness'
Improved housing choice, more flexibility for Jobcentre Plus staff and better support for business start-ups are among new measures announce today which are designed to tackle economic and social excl...
UK National News, Sep 21, 2004
Fee charging ATM's cost consumers £60m a year
More than one third of high street cash machines charge users and fee charging ATM's now cost consumers more than £60 million each year, according to a report published today. The Nationwide Building...
Fee charging ATM's cost consumers £60m a year
More than one third of high street cash machines charge users and fee charging ATM's now cost consumers more than £60 million each year, according to a report published today. The Nationwide Building...
UK National News, Sep 21, 2004
Blair welcomes Indian PM to Downing Street
Prime Minister Tony Blair has met with his Indian counterpart, Dr Manmohan Singh, in Downing Street yesterday. The Prime Minister said the relationship between Britain and India was "probably the st...
Blair welcomes Indian PM to Downing Street
Prime Minister Tony Blair has met with his Indian counterpart, Dr Manmohan Singh, in Downing Street yesterday. The Prime Minister said the relationship between Britain and India was "probably the st...
Northern Ireland News, Sep 21, 2004
Vehicle crime and burglary figures down
The number of people committing vehicle crime and domestic burglary in Northern Ireland has fallen over the past year, new figures from the Northern Ireland Policing Board have revealed. According to...
Vehicle crime and burglary figures down
The number of people committing vehicle crime and domestic burglary in Northern Ireland has fallen over the past year, new figures from the Northern Ireland Policing Board have revealed. According to...
Northern Ireland News, Sep 21, 2004
Firefighters combat blaze in north Belfast
Dozens of firefighters had to be called out this morning to deal with a major fire at a derelict building in north Belfast. The blaze began at about 5am on Tuesday at the Old Blue Supporters Club on ...
Firefighters combat blaze in north Belfast
Dozens of firefighters had to be called out this morning to deal with a major fire at a derelict building in north Belfast. The blaze began at about 5am on Tuesday at the Old Blue Supporters Club on ...
UK National News, Sep 21, 2004
Tesco half-year results show big growth in profits
Tesco has reported a massive surge in growth – notching £16.5 billion in sales, up 12.2% on last year's mark. According to the company's half-year interim results ending in August, underlying group ...
Tesco half-year results show big growth in profits
Tesco has reported a massive surge in growth – notching £16.5 billion in sales, up 12.2% on last year's mark. According to the company's half-year interim results ending in August, underlying group ...
UK National News, Sep 21, 2004
Annan slams 'shameless' disregard for international law
UN Secretary-General Kofi Annan has said that disregard for the rule of law around the globe is “shameless” and has urged world leaders to do everything within their power to restore respect for the f...
Annan slams 'shameless' disregard for international law
UN Secretary-General Kofi Annan has said that disregard for the rule of law around the globe is “shameless” and has urged world leaders to do everything within their power to restore respect for the f...
Northern Ireland News, Sep 21, 2004
NI patients being contacted over vCJD risk
A small number of people in Northern Ireland are to be contacted about the possibility that they may have an increased risk of developing the human form of CJD. A number of patients have been written...
NI patients being contacted over vCJD risk
A small number of people in Northern Ireland are to be contacted about the possibility that they may have an increased risk of developing the human form of CJD. A number of patients have been written...
Northern Ireland News, Sep 21, 2004
UUP leader's wife to stand in Lagan Valley
The wife of Ulster Unionist Party leader David Trimble is set to stand as a UUP candidate for Lagan Valley. Daphne Trimble said she wanted to contest the seat, which is currently held by former UUP s...
UUP leader's wife to stand in Lagan Valley
The wife of Ulster Unionist Party leader David Trimble is set to stand as a UUP candidate for Lagan Valley. Daphne Trimble said she wanted to contest the seat, which is currently held by former UUP s...
Northern Ireland News, Sep 21, 2004
Parties trying to resolve problems: Murphy
Northern Ireland’s political parties are genuine about trying to resolve the outstanding issues from the three days of intensive talks at Leeds Castle, Secretary of State Paul Murphy has said. The pa...
Parties trying to resolve problems: Murphy
Northern Ireland’s political parties are genuine about trying to resolve the outstanding issues from the three days of intensive talks at Leeds Castle, Secretary of State Paul Murphy has said. The pa...
UK National News, Sep 21, 2004
British film industry boosted by 'generous' new tax relief
The British film industry has been given a boost today following the announcement of a "permanent, more generous tax relief" for small productions. The new tax relief, to be unveiled at a No.11 Down...
British film industry boosted by 'generous' new tax relief
The British film industry has been given a boost today following the announcement of a "permanent, more generous tax relief" for small productions. The new tax relief, to be unveiled at a No.11 Down...
UK National News, Sep 21, 2004
UK cash injection to 'improve' work of nuclear inspectorate
International efforts to combat the non-proliferation of nuclear weapons have been boosted today following the UK's decision to inject £1.1 million into the International Atomic Energy Agency's (IAEA)...
UK cash injection to 'improve' work of nuclear inspectorate
International efforts to combat the non-proliferation of nuclear weapons have been boosted today following the UK's decision to inject £1.1 million into the International Atomic Energy Agency's (IAEA)...
UK National News, Sep 21, 2004
Nano-tech company to develop bio-warfare warning system
A UK company has received a £1 million funding package to develop the "best early warning indicator" of biological attack. Salisbury-based NanoSight has been awarded the cash slew to make a "revoluti...
Nano-tech company to develop bio-warfare warning system
A UK company has received a £1 million funding package to develop the "best early warning indicator" of biological attack. Salisbury-based NanoSight has been awarded the cash slew to make a "revoluti...
Northern Ireland News, Sep 21, 2004
Man arrested following drugs seizure in south Belfast
A man has been arrested after a quantity of drugs were seized by police in south Belfast on Tuesday. An estimated 2,000 Ecstasy tablets, four 'nine' bars of Cannabis resin worth over £2,000 each, and...
Man arrested following drugs seizure in south Belfast
A man has been arrested after a quantity of drugs were seized by police in south Belfast on Tuesday. An estimated 2,000 Ecstasy tablets, four 'nine' bars of Cannabis resin worth over £2,000 each, and...
Northern Ireland News, Sep 21, 2004
Police launch domestic violence initiative in Larne
Police in Larne have distributed over 5,000 beer mats to licensed premises in the area in a bid to highlight the issue of domestic violence. The mats were printed at the request of officers working i...
Police launch domestic violence initiative in Larne
Police in Larne have distributed over 5,000 beer mats to licensed premises in the area in a bid to highlight the issue of domestic violence. The mats were printed at the request of officers working i...
Northern Ireland News, Sep 21, 2004
Minister drills home tooth decay problem
Health Minister Angela Smith has launched a consultation document aimed at improving the state of people's teeth in Northern Ireland. The Oral Health Strategy is a 10-year plan which aims to improve ...
Minister drills home tooth decay problem
Health Minister Angela Smith has launched a consultation document aimed at improving the state of people's teeth in Northern Ireland. The Oral Health Strategy is a 10-year plan which aims to improve ...
Northern Ireland News, Sep 21, 2004
Help shape NI healthcare, public urged
An advertising campaign, calling on people to play their part in shaping health and social care services by becoming a public appointee, has been launched by the Department of Health, Social Services ...
Help shape NI healthcare, public urged
An advertising campaign, calling on people to play their part in shaping health and social care services by becoming a public appointee, has been launched by the Department of Health, Social Services ...
Northern Ireland News, Sep 21, 2004
Enjoying Belfast’s scenery is ‘A Walk In The Park’
Anyone seeking to keep fit while enjoying some of Belfast’s most beautiful scenery will literally find it ‘A Walk In The Park’ as Belfast City Council launches a new guide to some of the most scenic ...
Enjoying Belfast’s scenery is ‘A Walk In The Park’
Anyone seeking to keep fit while enjoying some of Belfast’s most beautiful scenery will literally find it ‘A Walk In The Park’ as Belfast City Council launches a new guide to some of the most scenic ...
Northern Ireland News, Sep 20, 2004
Nightclub doorman in 'critical condition' following attack
Police are appealing for information after a nightclub doorman was left in a critical condition in hospital after being attacked by up to 10 men at the weekend. The incident occurred at the Chimney C...
Nightclub doorman in 'critical condition' following attack
Police are appealing for information after a nightclub doorman was left in a critical condition in hospital after being attacked by up to 10 men at the weekend. The incident occurred at the Chimney C...
Northern Ireland News, Sep 20, 2004
Belfast call centre expansion to create 250 jobs
A £1.9 million call centre investment is to create 250 new jobs in Belfast, it was announced today. Leading global IT firm HCL BPO is behind the investment which will see the expansion of the company...
Belfast call centre expansion to create 250 jobs
A £1.9 million call centre investment is to create 250 new jobs in Belfast, it was announced today. Leading global IT firm HCL BPO is behind the investment which will see the expansion of the company...
UK National News, Sep 20, 2004
Brian Clough dies from cancer
Former Nottingham Forest and Derby County manager Brian Clough has died from stomach cancer. The 69-year-old legend passed away in Derby City hospital after suffering from poor health in recent years...
Brian Clough dies from cancer
Former Nottingham Forest and Derby County manager Brian Clough has died from stomach cancer. The 69-year-old legend passed away in Derby City hospital after suffering from poor health in recent years...
Northern Ireland News, Sep 20, 2004
Talks end without agreement but a deal 'can be struck' says PM's
The British and Irish Governments said they believe a deal can be struck in Northern Ireland that will hasten the return of devolved Government to the province. In a statement following the Leeds Cas...
Talks end without agreement but a deal 'can be struck' says PM's
The British and Irish Governments said they believe a deal can be struck in Northern Ireland that will hasten the return of devolved Government to the province. In a statement following the Leeds Cas...
UK National News, Sep 20, 2004
Family of British hostage appeal for son's return
The family of Ken Bigley, the Liverpool man being held hostage in Iraq, have appealed for his safe release. In a statement sent to the Arab media Mr Bigley's younger brother Philip said that he spo...
Family of British hostage appeal for son's return
The family of Ken Bigley, the Liverpool man being held hostage in Iraq, have appealed for his safe release. In a statement sent to the Arab media Mr Bigley's younger brother Philip said that he spo...
Northern Ireland News, Sep 20, 2004
Recovery of criminal profits continues
Secretary of State Paul Murphy has welcomed a ruling by Belfast Crown Court today which directs that a £1 million profit from terrorism will be used to tackle crime. Today's case culminated in the c...
Recovery of criminal profits continues
Secretary of State Paul Murphy has welcomed a ruling by Belfast Crown Court today which directs that a £1 million profit from terrorism will be used to tackle crime. Today's case culminated in the c...
Northern Ireland News, Sep 20, 2004
Three killed in separate road accidents
Three people have been killed in separate road accidents over the weekend. In Co Antrim a 16-year-old girl died in a crash on the Drumbare Road in Cloughmills at about 2am on Sunday, followed by the ...
Three killed in separate road accidents
Three people have been killed in separate road accidents over the weekend. In Co Antrim a 16-year-old girl died in a crash on the Drumbare Road in Cloughmills at about 2am on Sunday, followed by the ...
Northern Ireland News, Sep 20, 2004
Former Taoiseach calls for return of devolved government
Former Taoiseach Albert Reynolds has called for the IRA to decommission all of its weapons and for devolved government to return to Northern Ireland. Mr Reynolds was speaking at a youth conference or...
Former Taoiseach calls for return of devolved government
Former Taoiseach Albert Reynolds has called for the IRA to decommission all of its weapons and for devolved government to return to Northern Ireland. Mr Reynolds was speaking at a youth conference or...
UK National News, Sep 20, 2004
Jaguar unions to fight factory closures
Ford Jaguar unions the Transport and General Workers Union and Amicus have condemned the decision to move Jaguar production from Browns Lane in Coventry to Castle Bromwich with the loss of over eleven...
Jaguar unions to fight factory closures
Ford Jaguar unions the Transport and General Workers Union and Amicus have condemned the decision to move Jaguar production from Browns Lane in Coventry to Castle Bromwich with the loss of over eleven...
UK National News, Sep 20, 2004
ONS relocates from Whitehall to Wales
Newport in South Wales is to become the corporate headquarters for the Office for National Statistics, the country's prime source of statistical information about the economy, health and society. It...
ONS relocates from Whitehall to Wales
Newport in South Wales is to become the corporate headquarters for the Office for National Statistics, the country's prime source of statistical information about the economy, health and society. It...
Northern Ireland News, Sep 20, 2004
Ex-Civil Service chief hits out at university numbers cap
A former head of the Northern Ireland Civil Service has hit out at the Government-imposed cap on the number of university students in the province. Sir Kenneth Bloomfield, who was also first Chairman...
Ex-Civil Service chief hits out at university numbers cap
A former head of the Northern Ireland Civil Service has hit out at the Government-imposed cap on the number of university students in the province. Sir Kenneth Bloomfield, who was also first Chairman...
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Northern Ireland WeatherThis Evening and Tonight:Rain clearing away east by early evening with some clear spells but a few showers likely to affect the North coast and other areas towards dawn, remaining breezy and mild overnight. Minimum temperature 9 °C.
