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Northern Ireland News for January 2009 : Page 2
UK National News, Jan 29, 2009
Funeral Held For World War I Veteran
The funeral of the last British serviceman to have served in both World Wars has today taken place. William "Bill" Stone, 108, a former chief stoker in the Royal Navy, was buried today following a se...
Funeral Held For World War I Veteran
The funeral of the last British serviceman to have served in both World Wars has today taken place. William "Bill" Stone, 108, a former chief stoker in the Royal Navy, was buried today following a se...
UK National News, Jan 29, 2009
House Prices Drop By 1.3%
House prices are continuing to fall during January, by a further 1.3% according to figures released by the Nationwide. January's decline leaves the average price of a typical house at £150,501, down...
House Prices Drop By 1.3%
House prices are continuing to fall during January, by a further 1.3% according to figures released by the Nationwide. January's decline leaves the average price of a typical house at £150,501, down...
UK National News, Jan 29, 2009
ID Card Benefits 'Will Be Delivered Soon', Says Home Secretary
Work is underway to identify a number of areas across the UK where British nationals can be among the first to apply for an identity card, Home Secretary Jacqui Smith announced when she visited Manche...
ID Card Benefits 'Will Be Delivered Soon', Says Home Secretary
Work is underway to identify a number of areas across the UK where British nationals can be among the first to apply for an identity card, Home Secretary Jacqui Smith announced when she visited Manche...
UK National News, Jan 29, 2009
Funding For Operation To Tackle Gang Crime
An innovative police operation to tackle gang crime in Manchester has been given new funding of £50,000 and was praised for its success in fighting gang-related activity today by Home Secretary Jacqui...
Funding For Operation To Tackle Gang Crime
An innovative police operation to tackle gang crime in Manchester has been given new funding of £50,000 and was praised for its success in fighting gang-related activity today by Home Secretary Jacqui...
UK National News, Jan 29, 2009
£10m Competition For Companies To Make Buildings Greener
A competition for companies to improve the green credentials of buildings across the UK has been announced at an Expo underlining the vital role of science and innovation to the economy. The Prime Mi...
£10m Competition For Companies To Make Buildings Greener
A competition for companies to improve the green credentials of buildings across the UK has been announced at an Expo underlining the vital role of science and innovation to the economy. The Prime Mi...
Northern Ireland News, Jan 29, 2009
Cross Border Project Escapes Cuts In Roads' Spending
While there is to be a massive drop in roads' spending across the Irish Republic, the Dublin government has confirmed that it will continue its investment in road building in Northern Ireland. Some €...
Cross Border Project Escapes Cuts In Roads' Spending
While there is to be a massive drop in roads' spending across the Irish Republic, the Dublin government has confirmed that it will continue its investment in road building in Northern Ireland. Some €...
Northern Ireland News, Jan 29, 2009
Other NI News In Brief
Trouble Flares At Courtroom A rural court had more than its normal share of tension yesterday as what police described as a fracas developed at the door of the court. They said that it later escalate...
Other NI News In Brief
Trouble Flares At Courtroom A rural court had more than its normal share of tension yesterday as what police described as a fracas developed at the door of the court. They said that it later escalate...
Northern Ireland News, Jan 29, 2009
SF Slams Minister As Maze Stadium Plans Axed
Gregory Campbell has hammered the 'final nail in the coffin' of a much-mooted Maze Sports Stadium. In a move already criticised by Sinn Féin, the NI Sports Minister has decided to drop the plans, foll...
SF Slams Minister As Maze Stadium Plans Axed
Gregory Campbell has hammered the 'final nail in the coffin' of a much-mooted Maze Sports Stadium. In a move already criticised by Sinn Féin, the NI Sports Minister has decided to drop the plans, foll...
Northern Ireland News, Jan 29, 2009
Ten Square Expands
As demand grows for hotel accommodation in Belfast, one established facility, Ten Square, in Donegall Square South, has unveiled plans for £60 million expansion. The hotel will increase bedroom capac...
Ten Square Expands
As demand grows for hotel accommodation in Belfast, one established facility, Ten Square, in Donegall Square South, has unveiled plans for £60 million expansion. The hotel will increase bedroom capac...
UK National News, Jan 29, 2009
Mixed-Sex Wards 'To Be Eliminated'
From next year, it has been announced that hospitals that treat patients in mixed-sex accommodation will not be paid for their care. Health Secretary Alan Johnson announced the tough new penalties as...
Mixed-Sex Wards 'To Be Eliminated'
From next year, it has been announced that hospitals that treat patients in mixed-sex accommodation will not be paid for their care. Health Secretary Alan Johnson announced the tough new penalties as...
UK National News, Jan 28, 2009
Care Home Boss Accused Of Pensioner Murders
A care home boss has been charged with the murders of three elderly residents. Rachel Baker, 44, ran the Parkfields Residential Care Home in Butleigh, Somerset, jointly with her husband, Leigh, 50. ...
Care Home Boss Accused Of Pensioner Murders
A care home boss has been charged with the murders of three elderly residents. Rachel Baker, 44, ran the Parkfields Residential Care Home in Butleigh, Somerset, jointly with her husband, Leigh, 50. ...
UK National News, Jan 28, 2009
Six Held Over '£426m UK Stock Market Fraud'
Six people have been arrested by Spanish police in relation to an alleged $600 million (£426m) pound fraud on the London stock market. Five Spaniards and one Argentinian were held in Spain as part of...
Six Held Over '£426m UK Stock Market Fraud'
Six people have been arrested by Spanish police in relation to an alleged $600 million (£426m) pound fraud on the London stock market. Five Spaniards and one Argentinian were held in Spain as part of...
UK National News, Jan 28, 2009
New Met Commissioner's "Pride"
Sir Paul Stephenson has been appointed the new head of the Metropolitan Police, beating Northern Ireland's chief officer for the high-profile post. Sir Paul, who has been acting Commissioner since S...
New Met Commissioner's "Pride"
Sir Paul Stephenson has been appointed the new head of the Metropolitan Police, beating Northern Ireland's chief officer for the high-profile post. Sir Paul, who has been acting Commissioner since S...
Northern Ireland News, Jan 28, 2009
Protest At Legacy Report Launch
Protests heralded the launch today of a contentious report outlining new proposals on how to deal with the legacy of the three decades of NI's Troubles. Specifically attacking the proposed £12,000 pa...
Protest At Legacy Report Launch
Protests heralded the launch today of a contentious report outlining new proposals on how to deal with the legacy of the three decades of NI's Troubles. Specifically attacking the proposed £12,000 pa...
UK National News, Jan 28, 2009
Two In Court Over Eccles' Murder
A 20-year-old man and a teenager are due to appear in court today, charged with the murder of a father-of-five who was attacked when he refused to hand over a bottle of wine. Michael Eccles, 43, was ...
Two In Court Over Eccles' Murder
A 20-year-old man and a teenager are due to appear in court today, charged with the murder of a father-of-five who was attacked when he refused to hand over a bottle of wine. Michael Eccles, 43, was ...
Recruitment News, Jan 28, 2009
Asda To Create 7,000 UK Jobs
Supermarket chain Asda has announced it is to create 7,000 new jobs this year, with the opening of 14 new stores and the planned expansion of 15 existing sites. Nine new food stores and five non-food...
Asda To Create 7,000 UK Jobs
Supermarket chain Asda has announced it is to create 7,000 new jobs this year, with the opening of 14 new stores and the planned expansion of 15 existing sites. Nine new food stores and five non-food...
UK National News, Jan 28, 2009
Robinho Bailed Over Sex Assault Allegation
Premier League footballer Robinho has been arrested and bailed by police investigating an alleged sexual assault. West Yorkshire Police have confirmed the Manchester City forward, 25, was detained an...
Robinho Bailed Over Sex Assault Allegation
Premier League footballer Robinho has been arrested and bailed by police investigating an alleged sexual assault. West Yorkshire Police have confirmed the Manchester City forward, 25, was detained an...
Northern Ireland News, Jan 28, 2009
No Met Move For Orde
PSNI Chief Constable Sir Hugh Orde has lost on the UK's top policing jobs, after being whittled down to one of the final two candidates for the post. Sir Hugh was beaten for the Metropolitan Commiss...
No Met Move For Orde
PSNI Chief Constable Sir Hugh Orde has lost on the UK's top policing jobs, after being whittled down to one of the final two candidates for the post. Sir Hugh was beaten for the Metropolitan Commiss...
Northern Ireland News, Jan 28, 2009
'Decisive' 11-plus Move Promised At Stormont
It's full marks for effort as Northern Ireland Education Minister Caitríona Ruane revealed this week that she intends to bring yet more proposals on replacing the controversial 11-plus exam to the Sto...
'Decisive' 11-plus Move Promised At Stormont
It's full marks for effort as Northern Ireland Education Minister Caitríona Ruane revealed this week that she intends to bring yet more proposals on replacing the controversial 11-plus exam to the Sto...
Northern Ireland News, Jan 28, 2009
Other NI News In Brief
Residents Rescued From Belfast Flats Blaze Fire crews have rescued residents from a blaze at a block of flats in Belfast. The fire broke out at the Ulidia House building on the Donegall Road, shortly...
Other NI News In Brief
Residents Rescued From Belfast Flats Blaze Fire crews have rescued residents from a blaze at a block of flats in Belfast. The fire broke out at the Ulidia House building on the Donegall Road, shortly...
UK National News, Jan 28, 2009
Mandelson Unveils £2bn Motor Industry Package
Business Secretary Lord Mandelson has outlined a package of measures aimed at freeing up lending of more than £2 billion for the automotive industry. The package, which includes a scheme to unlock £1...
Mandelson Unveils £2bn Motor Industry Package
Business Secretary Lord Mandelson has outlined a package of measures aimed at freeing up lending of more than £2 billion for the automotive industry. The package, which includes a scheme to unlock £1...
Northern Ireland News, Jan 28, 2009
Developer Could Face Penalties Over Newcastle Demolition
The developer who pulled down a Victorian property situated on the picturesque Newcastle promenade could be forced to rebuild the three storey home, and face a fine of up to £30,000, it has been revea...
Developer Could Face Penalties Over Newcastle Demolition
The developer who pulled down a Victorian property situated on the picturesque Newcastle promenade could be forced to rebuild the three storey home, and face a fine of up to £30,000, it has been revea...
UK National News, Jan 28, 2009
Consultation To End Child Poverty, Launched
The Government has today set out plans to make sure every child gets the best start in life by tackling child poverty, which can unfairly hold children back and prevent them reaching their full potent...
Consultation To End Child Poverty, Launched
The Government has today set out plans to make sure every child gets the best start in life by tackling child poverty, which can unfairly hold children back and prevent them reaching their full potent...
UK National News, Jan 28, 2009
Solihull Drives Change With £11m Transport Scheme
An £11m scheme to improve public transport between Solihull, Birmingham International Airport (BIA) and the National Exhibition Centre (NEC) was announced today by Transport Minister Paul Clark. The ...
Solihull Drives Change With £11m Transport Scheme
An £11m scheme to improve public transport between Solihull, Birmingham International Airport (BIA) and the National Exhibition Centre (NEC) was announced today by Transport Minister Paul Clark. The ...
UK National News, Jan 28, 2009
Other News In Brief
Man Dies After Police Operation A man who was at the centre of a police operation when he threatened to harm himself at a house has died. Officers were called to the property in Fleur De Lys near Bla...
Other News In Brief
Man Dies After Police Operation A man who was at the centre of a police operation when he threatened to harm himself at a house has died. Officers were called to the property in Fleur De Lys near Bla...
Northern Ireland News, Jan 28, 2009
Seagate Wage Cut Follows Investment
Despite a major investment last summer, all the employees at a local high-tech manufacturing facility are now facing a wage cut. The workers, at Seagate Technologies in Londonderry, have been asked to...
Seagate Wage Cut Follows Investment
Despite a major investment last summer, all the employees at a local high-tech manufacturing facility are now facing a wage cut. The workers, at Seagate Technologies in Londonderry, have been asked to...
Northern Ireland News, Jan 28, 2009
Other NI News In Brief
Co Down Bomb Alert The police were last night still investigating claims that a bomb has been left in Castlewellan, in Co Down. They have advised local people to avoid the Burrenreagh Road and Dublin...
Other NI News In Brief
Co Down Bomb Alert The police were last night still investigating claims that a bomb has been left in Castlewellan, in Co Down. They have advised local people to avoid the Burrenreagh Road and Dublin...
Northern Ireland News, Jan 28, 2009
President Welcomed On Shankill
On the eve of the publication of a ground-breaking report on dealing with The Troubles legacy, Irish President Mary McAleese has been doing her own bit for reconciliation in Belfast. She has been wel...
President Welcomed On Shankill
On the eve of the publication of a ground-breaking report on dealing with The Troubles legacy, Irish President Mary McAleese has been doing her own bit for reconciliation in Belfast. She has been wel...
Northern Ireland News, Jan 28, 2009
£19k Omagh Sports Park Upgrade
A multi-sports facility in Omagh is to receive a £19,000 upgrade, the Social Development Minister has revealed. Margaret Ritchie also lauded community schemes in the town, which have so far attracte...
£19k Omagh Sports Park Upgrade
A multi-sports facility in Omagh is to receive a £19,000 upgrade, the Social Development Minister has revealed. Margaret Ritchie also lauded community schemes in the town, which have so far attracte...
Northern Ireland News, Jan 28, 2009
Networking Event Targets NI Businesses
An event that aims to shrug off the recession and help NI businesses to share knowledge, contacts and to hopefully create business opportunities as a result is to take place next week in Belfast. The...
Networking Event Targets NI Businesses
An event that aims to shrug off the recession and help NI businesses to share knowledge, contacts and to hopefully create business opportunities as a result is to take place next week in Belfast. The...
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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.
