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Northern Ireland News for December 2007
Northern Ireland News, Dec 21, 2007
Crash Boy Critical
A road accident in Co Armagh has left a six-year-old boy in a critical condition. The boy suffered head injuries and two men and a woman have also been badly hurt, although their injuries are not tho...
Crash Boy Critical
A road accident in Co Armagh has left a six-year-old boy in a critical condition. The boy suffered head injuries and two men and a woman have also been badly hurt, although their injuries are not tho...
Northern Ireland News, Dec 21, 2007
Paisley Backs Asylum Call
The Assembly First Minister has backed attempts by a Congolese man to remain in Northern Ireland. Paul Kazadi M'Wepu has claimed he will face certain death if his family is deported back to the war-t...
Paisley Backs Asylum Call
The Assembly First Minister has backed attempts by a Congolese man to remain in Northern Ireland. Paul Kazadi M'Wepu has claimed he will face certain death if his family is deported back to the war-t...
Northern Ireland News, Dec 21, 2007
Grease Is The Word This Christmas
Festive fayre, in particular the Christmas turkey, is very much on the minds of most people this Christmas. However, whether you are cooking at home or eating out this holiday period, Northern Irelan...
Grease Is The Word This Christmas
Festive fayre, in particular the Christmas turkey, is very much on the minds of most people this Christmas. However, whether you are cooking at home or eating out this holiday period, Northern Irelan...
Northern Ireland News, Dec 20, 2007
Omagh Bomb Trial Returns Not Guilty Verdict
A not guilty verdict was returned in the trial of a man accused of killing 29 people in the Omagh bombing. Sean Hoey, 38, from Jonesborough, Co Armagh was cleared on a total of 56 charges relating to...
Omagh Bomb Trial Returns Not Guilty Verdict
A not guilty verdict was returned in the trial of a man accused of killing 29 people in the Omagh bombing. Sean Hoey, 38, from Jonesborough, Co Armagh was cleared on a total of 56 charges relating to...
Northern Ireland News, Dec 20, 2007
Newgrange Clock Marks Mid-winter
An ancient Irish "solar clock" have been beamed to a global audience from a tomb in Ireland. For five days around the 21 December winter solstice - the shortest day of the year - the sun shines deep ...
Newgrange Clock Marks Mid-winter
An ancient Irish "solar clock" have been beamed to a global audience from a tomb in Ireland. For five days around the 21 December winter solstice - the shortest day of the year - the sun shines deep ...
Northern Ireland News, Dec 20, 2007
Legion Murder Victim Named
The man who was killed last night after an incident in a local Royal British Legion Club has been named. Kevin Coiley (45) died in his Longlands Park home last night and it is understood he had been ...
Legion Murder Victim Named
The man who was killed last night after an incident in a local Royal British Legion Club has been named. Kevin Coiley (45) died in his Longlands Park home last night and it is understood he had been ...
UK National News, Dec 20, 2007
Two People Killed In House Fire
Two people have been killed in a house fire in Deal, Kent. The blaze broke out at the house in Quern Road around 5.30am and was tackled by more than 20 firefighters from Kent Fire and Rescue Service....
Two People Killed In House Fire
Two people have been killed in a house fire in Deal, Kent. The blaze broke out at the house in Quern Road around 5.30am and was tackled by more than 20 firefighters from Kent Fire and Rescue Service....
UK National News, Dec 20, 2007
No Hope For Tug Crew
The search for the three missing crew members of a tug boat that capsized in thick fog on Wednesday resumed today (21st), but in the knowledge that there is now no chance of finding survivors alive. ...
No Hope For Tug Crew
The search for the three missing crew members of a tug boat that capsized in thick fog on Wednesday resumed today (21st), but in the knowledge that there is now no chance of finding survivors alive. ...
UK National News, Dec 20, 2007
Countess of Wessex Leaves Hospital With Baby
Prince Edward's wife, the Countess of Essex, has left hospital with the couple's newborn baby boy. Sophie, 42, left Frimley Park Hospital in Surrey on Thursday. She had been recovering from a Caesare...
Countess of Wessex Leaves Hospital With Baby
Prince Edward's wife, the Countess of Essex, has left hospital with the couple's newborn baby boy. Sophie, 42, left Frimley Park Hospital in Surrey on Thursday. She had been recovering from a Caesare...
UK National News, Dec 20, 2007
Older People 'Ignore Their Drinking Limits'
Older people are worse than younger people at sticking to their drinking limits, according to a new survey. The Know Your Limits survey by YouGov found that 44% of 30 to 50-year-olds admitted to drin...
Older People 'Ignore Their Drinking Limits'
Older people are worse than younger people at sticking to their drinking limits, according to a new survey. The Know Your Limits survey by YouGov found that 44% of 30 to 50-year-olds admitted to drin...
UK National News, Dec 20, 2007
Mobile Phone Cashback Deals Criticised
Many mobile phone cashback deals are rip-offs which should be banned, consumer group Which? has claimed. The deals, where customers pay upfront for a handset and contract and then claim some or all o...
Mobile Phone Cashback Deals Criticised
Many mobile phone cashback deals are rip-offs which should be banned, consumer group Which? has claimed. The deals, where customers pay upfront for a handset and contract and then claim some or all o...
Northern Ireland News, Dec 20, 2007
Quinn Family Keep Up Pressure On Son's Murder Case
The parents of Paul Quinn, the young man said to have been murdered by IRA members, are now more confident the Irish Government is doing all in its power to bring the killers to justice. Briege and S...
Quinn Family Keep Up Pressure On Son's Murder Case
The parents of Paul Quinn, the young man said to have been murdered by IRA members, are now more confident the Irish Government is doing all in its power to bring the killers to justice. Briege and S...
UK National News, Dec 20, 2007
Plans To Protect Marine Life Unveiled
Nearly 4,000 square miles of sea around Britain could get special status to extend protection for marine life under new proposals unveiled today. Seven areas have been earmarked to become, depending ...
Plans To Protect Marine Life Unveiled
Nearly 4,000 square miles of sea around Britain could get special status to extend protection for marine life under new proposals unveiled today. Seven areas have been earmarked to become, depending ...
UK National News, Dec 20, 2007
Regulator Recommends BSkyB Downsize Stake In ITV
The Competition Commission has suggested that BSkyB be forced to sell its substantial 17.9% stake in ITV as it currently restricts competition in the TV market. The regulator also recommended that th...
Regulator Recommends BSkyB Downsize Stake In ITV
The Competition Commission has suggested that BSkyB be forced to sell its substantial 17.9% stake in ITV as it currently restricts competition in the TV market. The regulator also recommended that th...
Northern Ireland News, Dec 20, 2007
Rape Allegation Ends United's Festive Cheer
A festive party for Manchester United soccer stars has turned into a nightmare for both the players and management as an allegation of rape threatens to blacken the reputation of both the team and the...
Rape Allegation Ends United's Festive Cheer
A festive party for Manchester United soccer stars has turned into a nightmare for both the players and management as an allegation of rape threatens to blacken the reputation of both the team and the...
UK National News, Dec 20, 2007
Motorists 'Could Win Parking Fine Appeal'
Motorists could win an appeal against unfair parking fines if they are prepared to pursue the case, consumer group Which? has found. A survey carried out by Which? found that the number of parking fi...
Motorists 'Could Win Parking Fine Appeal'
Motorists could win an appeal against unfair parking fines if they are prepared to pursue the case, consumer group Which? has found. A survey carried out by Which? found that the number of parking fi...
Northern Ireland News, Dec 20, 2007
NI Homes Get 'Panic Rooms'
Jodie Foster's eponymous Panic Room film is set to become a reality for families in Northern Ireland. Those at risk of domestic violence could soon have panic rooms installed in their homes. These f...
NI Homes Get 'Panic Rooms'
Jodie Foster's eponymous Panic Room film is set to become a reality for families in Northern Ireland. Those at risk of domestic violence could soon have panic rooms installed in their homes. These f...
Recruitment News, Dec 20, 2007
Construction Sector Employment Prospects Hit
Ireland's Economic and Social Research Institute (ESRI) has forecast that job creation next year will drop significantly. The Institute believes that the number of new jobs created will be at its low...
Construction Sector Employment Prospects Hit
Ireland's Economic and Social Research Institute (ESRI) has forecast that job creation next year will drop significantly. The Institute believes that the number of new jobs created will be at its low...
Northern Ireland News, Dec 20, 2007
Demolition Slammed By Conservationists
The hurried demolition of fire-damaged architecturally important properties - in the seaside town of Ballycastle - has been slammed by conservationists – who fear it was an inappropriate action that w...
Demolition Slammed By Conservationists
The hurried demolition of fire-damaged architecturally important properties - in the seaside town of Ballycastle - has been slammed by conservationists – who fear it was an inappropriate action that w...
UK National News, Dec 20, 2007
Ofcom Fine Channel 4 £1.5 Million
Media watchdog Ofcom has fined Channel 4 £1 million over misconduct involving competition phone-ins. It emerged that viewers had been urged to make calls after the competition winners had already bee...
Ofcom Fine Channel 4 £1.5 Million
Media watchdog Ofcom has fined Channel 4 £1 million over misconduct involving competition phone-ins. It emerged that viewers had been urged to make calls after the competition winners had already bee...
Northern Ireland News, Dec 20, 2007
Derry Road Upgrade Delay Feared
When the former NI Secretary of State Peter Hain announced the £250m funding for the dual carriageway between the Londonderry and Dungiven stretch two years ago local businesspeople concerned about in...
Derry Road Upgrade Delay Feared
When the former NI Secretary of State Peter Hain announced the £250m funding for the dual carriageway between the Londonderry and Dungiven stretch two years ago local businesspeople concerned about in...
UK National News, Dec 19, 2007
Princess Diana 'Using Contraceptive Pills'
Princess Diana had contraceptive pills among her belongings in the weeks before she died, an inquest has heard. Deborah Gribble, who was working as a stewardess on the Al Fayed family's yacht, said t...
Princess Diana 'Using Contraceptive Pills'
Princess Diana had contraceptive pills among her belongings in the weeks before she died, an inquest has heard. Deborah Gribble, who was working as a stewardess on the Al Fayed family's yacht, said t...
UK National News, Dec 19, 2007
Murder Charges Follow Toddler's Death
A man and a woman in Sheffield have been charged with murder and child cruelty, following the death of a three-year-old girl in September. The pair were arrested on Monday and questioned in connectio...
Murder Charges Follow Toddler's Death
A man and a woman in Sheffield have been charged with murder and child cruelty, following the death of a three-year-old girl in September. The pair were arrested on Monday and questioned in connectio...
Northern Ireland News, Dec 19, 2007
Two Firemen Injured Saving Farm Blaze Animals
Hundreds of farm animals have been saved from a fire at farm buildings in Co Tyrone. Two members of the fire crews have been hurt as the animals were rescued from the burning buildings near Pomeroy. ...
Two Firemen Injured Saving Farm Blaze Animals
Hundreds of farm animals have been saved from a fire at farm buildings in Co Tyrone. Two members of the fire crews have been hurt as the animals were rescued from the burning buildings near Pomeroy. ...
UK National News, Dec 19, 2007
Defender Questioned Over Manchester Hotel Rape
Manchester United and Northern Ireland footballer Johnny Evans has been released on bail after being questioned in connection with the alleged rape of a woman at a Manchester hotel. The 19-year-old d...
Defender Questioned Over Manchester Hotel Rape
Manchester United and Northern Ireland footballer Johnny Evans has been released on bail after being questioned in connection with the alleged rape of a woman at a Manchester hotel. The 19-year-old d...
Northern Ireland News, Dec 19, 2007
Four Arrested In Cross-Border Fuel Smuggling Inquiry
Four people have been arrested as part of a cross-border investigation into fuel smuggling. Three men and a woman were arrested in Co. Tyrone, following raids on commercial and domestic premises in O...
Four Arrested In Cross-Border Fuel Smuggling Inquiry
Four people have been arrested as part of a cross-border investigation into fuel smuggling. Three men and a woman were arrested in Co. Tyrone, following raids on commercial and domestic premises in O...
UK National News, Dec 19, 2007
Police Officers Face Dangerous Driving Charges
Two officers from Lancashire Police are facing charges of causing death by dangerous driving, following a crash in which an elderly man was killed. Police Constable Sean Schofield, 38, and his collea...
Police Officers Face Dangerous Driving Charges
Two officers from Lancashire Police are facing charges of causing death by dangerous driving, following a crash in which an elderly man was killed. Police Constable Sean Schofield, 38, and his collea...
Northern Ireland News, Dec 19, 2007
Police Probe Hospital Baby Deaths
A second infant death at a local maternity hospital could have been avoided if steps had been taken to address the poor performance issues that came to light following an earlier tragedy. Breda Hughe...
Police Probe Hospital Baby Deaths
A second infant death at a local maternity hospital could have been avoided if steps had been taken to address the poor performance issues that came to light following an earlier tragedy. Breda Hughe...
UK National News, Dec 19, 2007
Escaped Prisoners Sought By Police
Police in Derbyshire are continuing to search for three men who absconded from HMP Sudbury open prison. Lee Anthony Mulholland, 28, from Liverpool, absconded from the prison on December 14. He was se...
Escaped Prisoners Sought By Police
Police in Derbyshire are continuing to search for three men who absconded from HMP Sudbury open prison. Lee Anthony Mulholland, 28, from Liverpool, absconded from the prison on December 14. He was se...
Northern Ireland News, Dec 19, 2007
EC Cuts On NI Fishing Catch Less Than Expected
There was a mixed 'catch' for fishermen from Northern Ireland this week with news that while major quota cuts proposed for fishermen have been averted the number of days they can spend on the Irish Se...
EC Cuts On NI Fishing Catch Less Than Expected
There was a mixed 'catch' for fishermen from Northern Ireland this week with news that while major quota cuts proposed for fishermen have been averted the number of days they can spend on the Irish Se...
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Northern Ireland WeatherToday:A showery start with outbreaks most frequent north of Lough Neagh and through the morning, before dwindling during the afternoon as the northwest breezes ease and brighter spells of weak sunshine prosper. Maximum temperature 8 °C.Tonight:A dry night, save for a few light showers around the coasts, with prolonged clear spells and light winds bringing a frosty dawn for many in central and southern parts. Minimum temperature -3 °C.
