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Northern Ireland News for September 2004 : Page 7
UK National News, Sep 16, 2004
More women recruits needed in science, engineering and technology
A severe shortage of female employees in the science, engineering and technology sectors (SET) has propelled the government to launch a new UK Resource Centre for women. The centre which is based in ...
More women recruits needed in science, engineering and technology
A severe shortage of female employees in the science, engineering and technology sectors (SET) has propelled the government to launch a new UK Resource Centre for women. The centre which is based in ...
Northern Ireland News, Sep 16, 2004
Controlled explosions carried out on suspect car
A number of controlled explosions have been carried out on a suspect car in north Belfast overnight. Army bomb experts carried out an examination of the vehicle in the New Lodge area of the city foll...
Controlled explosions carried out on suspect car
A number of controlled explosions have been carried out on a suspect car in north Belfast overnight. Army bomb experts carried out an examination of the vehicle in the New Lodge area of the city foll...
Northern Ireland News, Sep 16, 2004
UU Vice-Chancellor welcomes university entry report
The Vice-Chancellor of the University of Ulster has welcomed a national report which recommends improvements to university entry which could make the system fairer and more transparent. Professor Ger...
UU Vice-Chancellor welcomes university entry report
The Vice-Chancellor of the University of Ulster has welcomed a national report which recommends improvements to university entry which could make the system fairer and more transparent. Professor Ger...
Northern Ireland News, Sep 16, 2004
QUB awarded 'Technology for Teaching' grant
The School of Computer Science at Queen's University has been awarded a prestigious 2004 Hewlett Packard 'Technology for Teaching' grant. A total of seven grants were awarded to European universities...
QUB awarded 'Technology for Teaching' grant
The School of Computer Science at Queen's University has been awarded a prestigious 2004 Hewlett Packard 'Technology for Teaching' grant. A total of seven grants were awarded to European universities...
Northern Ireland News, Sep 16, 2004
Blooming marvellous menu served up at Botanic
Botanic Gardens will be the undoubted destination for gardeners and gastronomes alike this coming weekend when Garden Gourmet arrives in Belfast. Combining Belfast’s traditional Autumn Flower Show an...
Blooming marvellous menu served up at Botanic
Botanic Gardens will be the undoubted destination for gardeners and gastronomes alike this coming weekend when Garden Gourmet arrives in Belfast. Combining Belfast’s traditional Autumn Flower Show an...
UK National News, Sep 16, 2004
Councils to implement increased fees
Planning Minister Keith Hill has today outlined proposals that will enable Councils to recuperate financial deficits and provide an improved planning service. Despite massive cash injections to the...
Councils to implement increased fees
Planning Minister Keith Hill has today outlined proposals that will enable Councils to recuperate financial deficits and provide an improved planning service. Despite massive cash injections to the...
UK National News, Sep 15, 2004
Blair calls for 'immediate action' to tackle global warming
Immediate action is needed to tackle global warming if the world is to avoid facing "catastrophic consequences", the Prime Minister has warned. In a strongly worded speech in central London last nigh...
Blair calls for 'immediate action' to tackle global warming
Immediate action is needed to tackle global warming if the world is to avoid facing "catastrophic consequences", the Prime Minister has warned. In a strongly worded speech in central London last nigh...
Northern Ireland News, Sep 15, 2004
BMA renews call for NI smoking ban
The British Medical Association (BMA) has today intensified pressure on the government to introduce a ban on smoking in public places in Northern Ireland. At a conference in Belfast today, Dr Fento...
BMA renews call for NI smoking ban
The British Medical Association (BMA) has today intensified pressure on the government to introduce a ban on smoking in public places in Northern Ireland. At a conference in Belfast today, Dr Fento...
Northern Ireland News, Sep 15, 2004
Petrol-bomb attack on SDLP MLA's home condemned
NIO Security Minister Ian Pearson has condemned last night's petrol-bomb attack on the Londonderry home of an SDLP assembly member. Pat Ramsey's Meenan Drive home was hit with two petrol bombs during...
Petrol-bomb attack on SDLP MLA's home condemned
NIO Security Minister Ian Pearson has condemned last night's petrol-bomb attack on the Londonderry home of an SDLP assembly member. Pat Ramsey's Meenan Drive home was hit with two petrol bombs during...
Northern Ireland News, Sep 15, 2004
'Progress would have stalled without you', Police Federation told
Without the contribution of rank-and-file officers to community policing, and their ability to absorb legislation which brought such fundamental changes to policing in the province, "progress would ha...
'Progress would have stalled without you', Police Federation told
Without the contribution of rank-and-file officers to community policing, and their ability to absorb legislation which brought such fundamental changes to policing in the province, "progress would ha...
Northern Ireland News, Sep 15, 2004
Jobs increase is 'good news' for NI economy
Northern Ireland has reached a new high on the jobs front, with figures released today showing a net increase of 2,910 over the quarter. According to the latest Quarterly Employment Survey, the tota...
Jobs increase is 'good news' for NI economy
Northern Ireland has reached a new high on the jobs front, with figures released today showing a net increase of 2,910 over the quarter. According to the latest Quarterly Employment Survey, the tota...
Northern Ireland News, Sep 15, 2004
Finucane inquiry would help secure closure, says Sinn Fein
Sinn Fein are prepared to "face up to the challenges" of tomorrow's talks but the creation of an independent inquiry into the murder of Pat Finucane would have gone a long way to preparing the way for...
Finucane inquiry would help secure closure, says Sinn Fein
Sinn Fein are prepared to "face up to the challenges" of tomorrow's talks but the creation of an independent inquiry into the murder of Pat Finucane would have gone a long way to preparing the way for...
Northern Ireland News, Sep 15, 2004
Pearson highlights 'serious threat' of crime gangs
Northern Ireland faces a "serious threat" from organised crime and greater cross-border co-operation is needed to counter the surge of illegal activity, according to Security Minister Ian Pearson. A...
Pearson highlights 'serious threat' of crime gangs
Northern Ireland faces a "serious threat" from organised crime and greater cross-border co-operation is needed to counter the surge of illegal activity, according to Security Minister Ian Pearson. A...
UK National News, Sep 15, 2004
200 people dying in Darfur refugee camps every day: report
More than 200 refugees are dying every day in North and West Darfur, according to a shock assessment by the World Health Organisation (WHO). Disease is rife in the makeshift camps in Darfur due to ...
200 people dying in Darfur refugee camps every day: report
More than 200 refugees are dying every day in North and West Darfur, according to a shock assessment by the World Health Organisation (WHO). Disease is rife in the makeshift camps in Darfur due to ...
Northern Ireland News, Sep 15, 2004
Unionist parties engage in pre-talks 'concessions' spat
The two main unionist parties have become embroiled in a 'concessions' spat ahead of tomorrow's negotiations at Leeds Castle. Senior UUP representative Michael McGimpsey today called on the DUP to "...
Unionist parties engage in pre-talks 'concessions' spat
The two main unionist parties have become embroiled in a 'concessions' spat ahead of tomorrow's negotiations at Leeds Castle. Senior UUP representative Michael McGimpsey today called on the DUP to "...
UK National News, Sep 15, 2004
Official figures show big rise in employment rate
Employment levels are up, and the number of people claiming out-of-work benefits is down, according to official figures out today. The number of people in work in the UK was 28.3 million in the three...
Official figures show big rise in employment rate
Employment levels are up, and the number of people claiming out-of-work benefits is down, according to official figures out today. The number of people in work in the UK was 28.3 million in the three...
Northern Ireland News, Sep 15, 2004
Report uncovers increased use of needle exchange scheme
Users of the Needle Exchange Scheme in Northern Ireland have increased by almost a quarter during the past year, according to a report. In the 12-month period ending 31 March 2004, there were 7,508 v...
Report uncovers increased use of needle exchange scheme
Users of the Needle Exchange Scheme in Northern Ireland have increased by almost a quarter during the past year, according to a report. In the 12-month period ending 31 March 2004, there were 7,508 v...
Northern Ireland News, Sep 15, 2004
Belfast student wins 'most enterprising student’ accolade
Belfast woman Christine Magill is celebrating today after winning the accolade of 'Northern Ireland East’s Most Enterprising Student'. Ms Magill scooped the prize at a recent event in the Europa Hote...
Belfast student wins 'most enterprising student’ accolade
Belfast woman Christine Magill is celebrating today after winning the accolade of 'Northern Ireland East’s Most Enterprising Student'. Ms Magill scooped the prize at a recent event in the Europa Hote...
UK National News, Sep 15, 2004
New NHS charter set to shake up child healthcare
A radical shake-up of children's healthcare which is designed to improve healthcare provision for children has been announced today. Under the National Service Framework (NSF) for Children, Young Peo...
New NHS charter set to shake up child healthcare
A radical shake-up of children's healthcare which is designed to improve healthcare provision for children has been announced today. Under the National Service Framework (NSF) for Children, Young Peo...
Northern Ireland News, Sep 15, 2004
Jobseekers urged to sign up for Job Scene Odyssey
Hundreds of job vacancies will be up for grabs at Job Scene Northern Ireland – where 60 exhibitors from all sectors of industry will be on show for jobseekers. The Belfast event, which is held in ass...
Jobseekers urged to sign up for Job Scene Odyssey
Hundreds of job vacancies will be up for grabs at Job Scene Northern Ireland – where 60 exhibitors from all sectors of industry will be on show for jobseekers. The Belfast event, which is held in ass...
UK National News, Sep 15, 2004
UN input into Iraqi elections threatened by 'lack of security'
Following on from yesterday's horrific car bombing in Baghdad which claimed the lives of 47 people, the UN has warned that a "lack of security" is undermining the world body's efforts to assist in ele...
UN input into Iraqi elections threatened by 'lack of security'
Following on from yesterday's horrific car bombing in Baghdad which claimed the lives of 47 people, the UN has warned that a "lack of security" is undermining the world body's efforts to assist in ele...
UK National News, Sep 15, 2004
Billions lost through over 50s unemployment, says audit report
Relatively low levels of employment among older workers costs the economy £19 to £31 billion a year in lost output, reduced taxes and increased welfare payments, according to the National Audit Office...
Billions lost through over 50s unemployment, says audit report
Relatively low levels of employment among older workers costs the economy £19 to £31 billion a year in lost output, reduced taxes and increased welfare payments, according to the National Audit Office...
UK National News, Sep 14, 2004
47 die in 'senseless' Baghdad car bombing
The Foreign Secretary Jack Straw has condemned as "senseless" the detonation of a car bomb in Baghdad today which claimed the lives of at least 47 people. The bomb, which exploded in a crowded marke...
47 die in 'senseless' Baghdad car bombing
The Foreign Secretary Jack Straw has condemned as "senseless" the detonation of a car bomb in Baghdad today which claimed the lives of at least 47 people. The bomb, which exploded in a crowded marke...
UK National News, Sep 14, 2004
Lib Dems unveil 'Top 10' election pledges
Putting 10,000 more police officers on the beat and offering free transport for pensioners are among the Lib Dems' 'Top Ten' pledges for the forthcoming general election. Stressing that today's pledg...
Lib Dems unveil 'Top 10' election pledges
Putting 10,000 more police officers on the beat and offering free transport for pensioners are among the Lib Dems' 'Top Ten' pledges for the forthcoming general election. Stressing that today's pledg...
UK National News, Sep 14, 2004
Customer service 'contract' for police unveiled
A new 'copper's contract' setting out the level of service people can expect when contacting the police for the first time has been launched today. The contract's minimum standards, which will be in...
Customer service 'contract' for police unveiled
A new 'copper's contract' setting out the level of service people can expect when contacting the police for the first time has been launched today. The contract's minimum standards, which will be in...
UK National News, Sep 14, 2004
Weaker clothing prices help drive down inflation
Clothing and footwear prices have helped to drive down inflation 0.1% to 1.3% for last month, according to Office of National Statistics (ONS) figures released today. The main downward influence on c...
Weaker clothing prices help drive down inflation
Clothing and footwear prices have helped to drive down inflation 0.1% to 1.3% for last month, according to Office of National Statistics (ONS) figures released today. The main downward influence on c...
UK National News, Sep 14, 2004
Government steps up hurricane relief effort
International Development Secretary Hilary Benn today announced that Britain is to provide more emergency assistance to the Cayman Islands and Cuba in the aftermath of Hurricane Ivan. As well as fl...
Government steps up hurricane relief effort
International Development Secretary Hilary Benn today announced that Britain is to provide more emergency assistance to the Cayman Islands and Cuba in the aftermath of Hurricane Ivan. As well as fl...
Northern Ireland News, Sep 14, 2004
Murder inquiry launched in Co Londonderry
Police have begun a murder inquiry after the body of a man was found at a farmhouse in Co Londonderry. Patrick Devine's body was discovered at the Claudy farmhouse shortly after 12pm on Monday. It is...
Murder inquiry launched in Co Londonderry
Police have begun a murder inquiry after the body of a man was found at a farmhouse in Co Londonderry. Patrick Devine's body was discovered at the Claudy farmhouse shortly after 12pm on Monday. It is...
UK National News, Sep 14, 2004
Tories propose private insurance scheme for residential care
In a busy week for policy announcements, the Tory leader has today unveiled a private insurance scheme which he believes will "avoid the need for old people to sacrifice their life savings and propert...
Tories propose private insurance scheme for residential care
In a busy week for policy announcements, the Tory leader has today unveiled a private insurance scheme which he believes will "avoid the need for old people to sacrifice their life savings and propert...
Northern Ireland News, Sep 14, 2004
Sinn Féin display second bugging device
Sinn Féin has put on display a second bugging device which it says was discovered at one of its offices in west Belfast. Today's device was allegedly found in a floor at Connolly House in Andersonsto...
Sinn Féin display second bugging device
Sinn Féin has put on display a second bugging device which it says was discovered at one of its offices in west Belfast. Today's device was allegedly found in a floor at Connolly House in Andersonsto...
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Northern Ireland WeatherToday:A very mild, but mostly cloudy day, although with some bright or sunny spells. It will be mostly dry in the morning, but a little patchy light rain or drizzle at times in the afternoon. Maximum temperature 14 °C.Tonight:A band of heavier rain will move east during the evening before clearing eastwards after midnight. then mostly dry through the early hours, but a little rain towards dawn. Minimum temperature 8 °C.
