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Northern Ireland News for February 2005 : Page 7
UK National News, Feb 15, 2005
MoD test water for Green Goddess sell off
The Government has announced plans to sell 40 of the Ministery of Defence's fleet of Green Goddess fire engines. Fire and Rescue Service Minister, Nick Raynsford, said that the engines were now surpl...
MoD test water for Green Goddess sell off
The Government has announced plans to sell 40 of the Ministery of Defence's fleet of Green Goddess fire engines. Fire and Rescue Service Minister, Nick Raynsford, said that the engines were now surpl...
UK National News, Feb 14, 2005
Livingstone refuses to apologise for 'Nazi' slur
London Mayor Ken Livingstone has rejected a call from the London Assembly to apologise for comparing an Evening Standard reporter with a concentration camp guard. The Assembly had unanimously agreed ...
Livingstone refuses to apologise for 'Nazi' slur
London Mayor Ken Livingstone has rejected a call from the London Assembly to apologise for comparing an Evening Standard reporter with a concentration camp guard. The Assembly had unanimously agreed ...
UK National News, Feb 14, 2005
Former Lebanon Prime Minister killed in bomb blast
Former Lebanese prime minister, Rafik Hariri, has been killed in a bomb attack in Beirut. At least nine other people are reported to have been killed in the explosion, which is believed to have been ...
Former Lebanon Prime Minister killed in bomb blast
Former Lebanese prime minister, Rafik Hariri, has been killed in a bomb attack in Beirut. At least nine other people are reported to have been killed in the explosion, which is believed to have been ...
UK National News, Feb 14, 2005
Woman in frozen embryo row takes case to Europe
A British woman, left infertile after cancer treatment, is to take her case to the European Court of Human Rights, in order to win the right to use frozen embryos created from her eggs. Natalie Evans...
Woman in frozen embryo row takes case to Europe
A British woman, left infertile after cancer treatment, is to take her case to the European Court of Human Rights, in order to win the right to use frozen embryos created from her eggs. Natalie Evans...
UK National News, Feb 14, 2005
Shia party looks for partner in Iraqi Assembly
Following the Iraqi election results, a coalition of parties under the Shia United Iraq Alliance (UIA), is likely to move to vote in a new prime minister. However, despite topping the polls, the UIA ...
Shia party looks for partner in Iraqi Assembly
Following the Iraqi election results, a coalition of parties under the Shia United Iraq Alliance (UIA), is likely to move to vote in a new prime minister. However, despite topping the polls, the UIA ...
Northern Ireland News, Feb 14, 2005
Police question three people after man’s death in Belfast
Three men have been arrested for questioning after a man found seriously injured in the Jamaica Road area of north Belfast subsequently died. The man, believed to have been in his thirties, and who h...
Police question three people after man’s death in Belfast
Three men have been arrested for questioning after a man found seriously injured in the Jamaica Road area of north Belfast subsequently died. The man, believed to have been in his thirties, and who h...
UK National News, Feb 14, 2005
Government offers 'last chance' for 'neighbours from hell'
The Home Office has announced plans to offer nuisance neighbours a 'last chance' to turn around their behaviour, following a review of anti-social behaviour. The review found that half of the worst h...
Government offers 'last chance' for 'neighbours from hell'
The Home Office has announced plans to offer nuisance neighbours a 'last chance' to turn around their behaviour, following a review of anti-social behaviour. The review found that half of the worst h...
Northern Ireland News, Feb 14, 2005
Two killed on NI roads in two days
A teenage girl has died in a road traffic collision in Co Antrim on Monday. The 17-year-old victim was killed when two cars were involved in an accident on the Garryduff Road near Dunloy just after 1...
Two killed on NI roads in two days
A teenage girl has died in a road traffic collision in Co Antrim on Monday. The 17-year-old victim was killed when two cars were involved in an accident on the Garryduff Road near Dunloy just after 1...
Northern Ireland News, Feb 14, 2005
Bookmaker's staff threatened with knife
Five members of staff at a Belfast bookmaker have been treated for shock after being threatened at knifepoint during a robbery at the weekend. Four women and one man, who were working in the shop on ...
Bookmaker's staff threatened with knife
Five members of staff at a Belfast bookmaker have been treated for shock after being threatened at knifepoint during a robbery at the weekend. Four women and one man, who were working in the shop on ...
UK National News, Feb 14, 2005
Bogus alternative therapists targeted in government crackdown
The Department of Health is set to introduce a series of proposals targeting underqualified acupuncturists and herbal medicine practitioners. The decision follows the publication of a consultation pa...
Bogus alternative therapists targeted in government crackdown
The Department of Health is set to introduce a series of proposals targeting underqualified acupuncturists and herbal medicine practitioners. The decision follows the publication of a consultation pa...
UK National News, Feb 14, 2005
DNA tests confirm identity of tsunami baby
A Sri Lankan couple who claimed that a baby found in the aftermath of the Asian tsunami was theirs, have been proved correct by DNA tests. Mr M.S.M. Nazeer, Registrar of the Kalmunai District Magistr...
DNA tests confirm identity of tsunami baby
A Sri Lankan couple who claimed that a baby found in the aftermath of the Asian tsunami was theirs, have been proved correct by DNA tests. Mr M.S.M. Nazeer, Registrar of the Kalmunai District Magistr...
UK National News, Feb 14, 2005
Drop in house prices reported over Christmas period
The latest government figures have shown that overall UK house prices fell in December last year by 0.7%, compared to a 2% rise in the same period last year. Figures published by the Office of the De...
Drop in house prices reported over Christmas period
The latest government figures have shown that overall UK house prices fell in December last year by 0.7%, compared to a 2% rise in the same period last year. Figures published by the Office of the De...
UK National News, Feb 14, 2005
Text alerts to help crime victims track cases
The government have announced plans for a new computer system, designed to help keep victims of crime updated with the progress of their court case. Witnesses will now be told when to come to court, ...
Text alerts to help crime victims track cases
The government have announced plans for a new computer system, designed to help keep victims of crime updated with the progress of their court case. Witnesses will now be told when to come to court, ...
Northern Ireland News, Feb 14, 2005
'Hidden' child sexual exploitation highlighted by charity
Children’s charity, Barnardo's and the PSNI have expressed concern at the growing problem of sexual exploitation of children and young people. In a briefing given to the NI Policing Board, Barnardo's...
'Hidden' child sexual exploitation highlighted by charity
Children’s charity, Barnardo's and the PSNI have expressed concern at the growing problem of sexual exploitation of children and young people. In a briefing given to the NI Policing Board, Barnardo's...
Northern Ireland News, Feb 14, 2005
Durkan launches scathing attack on Sinn Fein
SDLP leader Mark Durkan has launched a scathing attack on Sinn Fein claiming that the republican movement and its members view themselves as “above the law”. Speaking during his party’s conference in...
Durkan launches scathing attack on Sinn Fein
SDLP leader Mark Durkan has launched a scathing attack on Sinn Fein claiming that the republican movement and its members view themselves as “above the law”. Speaking during his party’s conference in...
Northern Ireland News, Feb 14, 2005
Three-way partnership to co-ordinate £700m Belfast facelift
A unique partnership involving the private sector, central and local government was unveiled in Belfast today to assist the co-ordination of more than £700 million worth of major development work in t...
Three-way partnership to co-ordinate £700m Belfast facelift
A unique partnership involving the private sector, central and local government was unveiled in Belfast today to assist the co-ordination of more than £700 million worth of major development work in t...
Northern Ireland News, Feb 14, 2005
Minister announces additional funding to tackle racism
The Minister with responsibility for Racial Equality and Race Relations, John Spellar, today announced that over £100,000 of additional funding has been made available to assist local communities tack...
Minister announces additional funding to tackle racism
The Minister with responsibility for Racial Equality and Race Relations, John Spellar, today announced that over £100,000 of additional funding has been made available to assist local communities tack...
Northern Ireland News, Feb 14, 2005
Universities' campaign to reduce anti-social behaviour
A major new campaign to improve relations between students and residents in Belfast was launched today by Northern Ireland’s two universities. The initiative, which targets students living in south B...
Universities' campaign to reduce anti-social behaviour
A major new campaign to improve relations between students and residents in Belfast was launched today by Northern Ireland’s two universities. The initiative, which targets students living in south B...
UK National News, Feb 14, 2005
Aviator and Vera Drake sweep the board at the BAFTAs
Martin Scorsese's sweeping Howard Hughes biopic, 'The Aviator' and low-budget back-street abortion drama, 'Vera Drake' were the main prizewinners at the 2005 Orange British Academy Film Awards (BAFTAs...
Aviator and Vera Drake sweep the board at the BAFTAs
Martin Scorsese's sweeping Howard Hughes biopic, 'The Aviator' and low-budget back-street abortion drama, 'Vera Drake' were the main prizewinners at the 2005 Orange British Academy Film Awards (BAFTAs...
Recruitment News, Feb 11, 2005
Ulster Weavers to axe 80 jobs in NI
A leading Northern Ireland textile firm has announced it is to close two of its four operations with the loss of 80 jobs. Ulster Weavers is to close its Armagh factory with the loss of 38 jobs while ...
Ulster Weavers to axe 80 jobs in NI
A leading Northern Ireland textile firm has announced it is to close two of its four operations with the loss of 80 jobs. Ulster Weavers is to close its Armagh factory with the loss of 38 jobs while ...
Northern Ireland News, Feb 11, 2005
Trimble calls for debate on IMC report
Ulster Unionist leader David Trimble has called for an urgent debate on the latest report of the Independent Monitoring Commission (IMC) and challenged the Government to recall the Assembly so Sinn Fe...
Trimble calls for debate on IMC report
Ulster Unionist leader David Trimble has called for an urgent debate on the latest report of the Independent Monitoring Commission (IMC) and challenged the Government to recall the Assembly so Sinn Fe...
Northern Ireland News, Feb 11, 2005
Report highlights ‘weak competition’ between NI banks
A new report has said there is evidence of "weak competition" between the four big local banks in Northern Ireland. The report, by the Office of Fair Trading, which follows a "super-complaint" made b...
Report highlights ‘weak competition’ between NI banks
A new report has said there is evidence of "weak competition" between the four big local banks in Northern Ireland. The report, by the Office of Fair Trading, which follows a "super-complaint" made b...
Northern Ireland News, Feb 11, 2005
Ulster Weavers to axe 80 jobs in province
A leading Northern Ireland textile firm has announced it is to close two of its four operations with the loss of 80 jobs. Ulster Weavers is to close its Armagh factory with the loss of 38 jobs while ...
Ulster Weavers to axe 80 jobs in province
A leading Northern Ireland textile firm has announced it is to close two of its four operations with the loss of 80 jobs. Ulster Weavers is to close its Armagh factory with the loss of 38 jobs while ...
UK National News, Feb 11, 2005
Labour campaign begins with high-flying pledges
Labour began its General Election campaign in earnest today as Prime Minister Tony Blair launched a series of 'pledges' during a whirlwind helicopter tour of England. Mr Blair promised that the next ...
Labour campaign begins with high-flying pledges
Labour began its General Election campaign in earnest today as Prime Minister Tony Blair launched a series of 'pledges' during a whirlwind helicopter tour of England. Mr Blair promised that the next ...
Business News, Feb 11, 2005
TUC warns workers about potential 'love contracts'
The Trades Union Congress (TUC) has warned workers that some employers are trying to restrict romantic relationships in the workplace. In a statement released ahead of Valentine's Day, the TUC said t...
TUC warns workers about potential 'love contracts'
The Trades Union Congress (TUC) has warned workers that some employers are trying to restrict romantic relationships in the workplace. In a statement released ahead of Valentine's Day, the TUC said t...
Business News, Feb 11, 2005
Renewable energy to cost customers 5% more
Green electricty may save the environment but at a cost to consumers who, in order to help the government meet renewable energy targets, will face an increase of around 5% in electricity bills by 2010...
Renewable energy to cost customers 5% more
Green electricty may save the environment but at a cost to consumers who, in order to help the government meet renewable energy targets, will face an increase of around 5% in electricity bills by 2010...
Northern Ireland News, Feb 11, 2005
Security vehicle robbed in south Belfast
Police have appealed for information following the robbery of a security vehicle in south Belfast on Friday. Shortly before 10am the vehicle was making a delivery to an address on the Lisburn Road wh...
Security vehicle robbed in south Belfast
Police have appealed for information following the robbery of a security vehicle in south Belfast on Friday. Shortly before 10am the vehicle was making a delivery to an address on the Lisburn Road wh...
UK National News, Feb 11, 2005
Mitchell receives life term for Jodi's murder
Luke Mitchell has been sentenced to a minimum of 20 years in prison for the murder of his 14-year-old girlfriend, Jodi Jones. Sixteen-year-old Mitchell was found guilty of Jodi's murder last month, a...
Mitchell receives life term for Jodi's murder
Luke Mitchell has been sentenced to a minimum of 20 years in prison for the murder of his 14-year-old girlfriend, Jodi Jones. Sixteen-year-old Mitchell was found guilty of Jodi's murder last month, a...
UK National News, Feb 11, 2005
Two workmen killed in crane accident
Two workmen have been killed and another injured by the collapse of a crane at a school in Sussex. The third workman, understood to be the driver of the crane, suffered serious injuries and has been ...
Two workmen killed in crane accident
Two workmen have been killed and another injured by the collapse of a crane at a school in Sussex. The third workman, understood to be the driver of the crane, suffered serious injuries and has been ...
Northern Ireland News, Feb 11, 2005
Beragh search fails to find bank raid evidence
Police detectives who conducted a two-day search of land and property in County Tyrone have admitted that they failed to find anything anything of significance. The search, in connection with the Nor...
Beragh search fails to find bank raid evidence
Police detectives who conducted a two-day search of land and property in County Tyrone have admitted that they failed to find anything anything of significance. The search, in connection with the Nor...
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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.
