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Northern Ireland News for May 2009 : Page 4
UK National News, May 26, 2009
Pilot Detained After Aircraft Crash
The pilot of a microlight vehicle that crashed in Gloucestershire woodland has been arrested on suspicion of flying while drunk. The aircraft crashed in woodland at St Briavels Common, near Brockweir...
Pilot Detained After Aircraft Crash
The pilot of a microlight vehicle that crashed in Gloucestershire woodland has been arrested on suspicion of flying while drunk. The aircraft crashed in woodland at St Briavels Common, near Brockweir...
Northern Ireland News, May 26, 2009
NI Redundancies Soar
The increasing number of NI people joining the dole queue has seen a major impact on redundancy inquiries at local Citizens Advice (CAB) offices. Across Northern Ireland they have more than tr...
NI Redundancies Soar
The increasing number of NI people joining the dole queue has seen a major impact on redundancy inquiries at local Citizens Advice (CAB) offices. Across Northern Ireland they have more than tr...
Northern Ireland News, May 26, 2009
'End Of The Line' On Co-Ownership Queues
Anxious first-time buyers who queued outside Co-Ownership's Belfast office last month hoping to get one of just 55 places set aside for May could be the last forced to line-up. Weeks after pr...
'End Of The Line' On Co-Ownership Queues
Anxious first-time buyers who queued outside Co-Ownership's Belfast office last month hoping to get one of just 55 places set aside for May could be the last forced to line-up. Weeks after pr...
UK National News, May 26, 2009
Six Injured In Racecourse Crash
Six people have been taken to hospital following an accident at Goodwood racecourse. South East Coast Ambulance said five people were taken to St Richards Hospital, Chichester, two with crush injurie...
Six Injured In Racecourse Crash
Six people have been taken to hospital following an accident at Goodwood racecourse. South East Coast Ambulance said five people were taken to St Richards Hospital, Chichester, two with crush injurie...
Northern Ireland News, May 26, 2009
Key Skills Retention Targeted
A new scheme to help businesses currently in difficulty retain the kind of key skills they will need once the economy recovers has been launched. The NI Enterprise Minister Arlene Foster anno...
Key Skills Retention Targeted
A new scheme to help businesses currently in difficulty retain the kind of key skills they will need once the economy recovers has been launched. The NI Enterprise Minister Arlene Foster anno...
UK National News, May 26, 2009
Other News In Brief
Man In Court Over Triple Car Death A man has appeared in court in relation to the death of three people who died in a car crash. Elena Putnam, 18, her sister Rachel, 20, and Rachel's boyfriend Mark G...
Other News In Brief
Man In Court Over Triple Car Death A man has appeared in court in relation to the death of three people who died in a car crash. Elena Putnam, 18, her sister Rachel, 20, and Rachel's boyfriend Mark G...
Northern Ireland News, May 26, 2009
Food Firms Get Dutch Shop Window
Five Northern Ireland companies, including major processors of red meat and dairy products, are exploring new business opportunities at the big Private Label Manufacturers Association (PLMA) exhibi...
Food Firms Get Dutch Shop Window
Five Northern Ireland companies, including major processors of red meat and dairy products, are exploring new business opportunities at the big Private Label Manufacturers Association (PLMA) exhibi...
Northern Ireland News, May 26, 2009
Other NI News In Brief
Kidnap Robbery Accused Remanded A year after two so-called 'Tiger Kidnap' robberies took place in Belfast and Co Down a Downpatrick man has been remanded in custody accused of kidnapping a mo...
Other NI News In Brief
Kidnap Robbery Accused Remanded A year after two so-called 'Tiger Kidnap' robberies took place in Belfast and Co Down a Downpatrick man has been remanded in custody accused of kidnapping a mo...
UK National News, May 22, 2009
Baby P Mother Jailed For Toddler's Death
The mother of Baby Peter has been jailed indefinitely for causing or allowing the 17-month-old's death. The 27-year-old must serve a minimum of five years in prison - which would include the 21 month...
Baby P Mother Jailed For Toddler's Death
The mother of Baby Peter has been jailed indefinitely for causing or allowing the 17-month-old's death. The 27-year-old must serve a minimum of five years in prison - which would include the 21 month...
UK National News, May 22, 2009
Thatcher To Meet The Pope
Former Tory Prime Minister Margaret Thatcher is to have a private audience with His Holiness the Pope in Italy, it has been announced. Lady Thatcher will meet Pope Benedict XVI at Vatican next week. ...
Thatcher To Meet The Pope
Former Tory Prime Minister Margaret Thatcher is to have a private audience with His Holiness the Pope in Italy, it has been announced. Lady Thatcher will meet Pope Benedict XVI at Vatican next week. ...
Northern Ireland News, May 22, 2009
DUP Executive Members To Stand Down
Some of the DUP's most high profile Stormont politicians are preparing to resign from the Assembly, the party leader has said. Peter Robinson said those within the party, who hold a double ma...
DUP Executive Members To Stand Down
Some of the DUP's most high profile Stormont politicians are preparing to resign from the Assembly, the party leader has said. Peter Robinson said those within the party, who hold a double ma...
Northern Ireland News, May 22, 2009
Everest Conquered For UCF
Long-time Ulster Cancer Foundation supporters Lynne and Noel Hanna are on top of the world as they celebrate their successful summiting of Everest yesterday. Lynne and Noel, (pictured) from D...
Everest Conquered For UCF
Long-time Ulster Cancer Foundation supporters Lynne and Noel Hanna are on top of the world as they celebrate their successful summiting of Everest yesterday. Lynne and Noel, (pictured) from D...
UK National News, May 22, 2009
British Paedophile Investigated Over Maddy Disappearance
A convicted British paedophile is being investigated as "an individual of interest" by private detectives, in connection with the disappearance of Madeleine McCann, it has been reported. Raymond Hew...
British Paedophile Investigated Over Maddy Disappearance
A convicted British paedophile is being investigated as "an individual of interest" by private detectives, in connection with the disappearance of Madeleine McCann, it has been reported. Raymond Hew...
Northern Ireland News, May 22, 2009
NI Universities 'In The Money'
Over £200m is being granted to NI's universities. Employment and Learning Minister, Sir Reg Empey, has announced a significant increase in the funding his Department is giving to Northern Ire...
NI Universities 'In The Money'
Over £200m is being granted to NI's universities. Employment and Learning Minister, Sir Reg Empey, has announced a significant increase in the funding his Department is giving to Northern Ire...
Business News, May 22, 2009
Irish Shoppers Boost Banbridge Outlet Sales
An influx of shoppers from the Irish Republic have helped a Co Down shopping centre boost its sales by more than 20%. The Outlet at Banbridge reported year-on-year sales growth of 21.5%, while averag...
Irish Shoppers Boost Banbridge Outlet Sales
An influx of shoppers from the Irish Republic have helped a Co Down shopping centre boost its sales by more than 20%. The Outlet at Banbridge reported year-on-year sales growth of 21.5%, while averag...
UK National News, May 22, 2009
Man Prosecuted Under 'Double Jeopardy' Rule
A man who was found 'not guilty' of the killing of his ex-girlfriend, has become the first person prosecuted by the Met Police under 'double jeopardy' legislation. Mario Celaire, 31, from Sydenham, s...
Man Prosecuted Under 'Double Jeopardy' Rule
A man who was found 'not guilty' of the killing of his ex-girlfriend, has become the first person prosecuted by the Met Police under 'double jeopardy' legislation. Mario Celaire, 31, from Sydenham, s...
Recruitment News, May 22, 2009
€40m Mayo Plant To Create Building Jobs
Around 120 construction jobs are to be created with the €40m expansion of a Co Mayo manufacturing plant, it has been revealed. BioSpark - a newly-formed joint venture between Imperative Energy Ltd a...
€40m Mayo Plant To Create Building Jobs
Around 120 construction jobs are to be created with the €40m expansion of a Co Mayo manufacturing plant, it has been revealed. BioSpark - a newly-formed joint venture between Imperative Energy Ltd a...
Business News, May 22, 2009
BA Announces Record Losses Of £401m
British Airways has today posted a record loss of £401 million, marking the airline's worst result since the privatisation of the company in 1987. The dramatic pre-loss tax for that year - brought ab...
BA Announces Record Losses Of £401m
British Airways has today posted a record loss of £401 million, marking the airline's worst result since the privatisation of the company in 1987. The dramatic pre-loss tax for that year - brought ab...
Northern Ireland News, May 22, 2009
Electoral Observers To Monitor EC Poll
The Electoral Commission will be accrediting electoral observers for the first time in Northern Ireland. The announcement was made this week for those who wish to attend and monitor proceedin...
Electoral Observers To Monitor EC Poll
The Electoral Commission will be accrediting electoral observers for the first time in Northern Ireland. The announcement was made this week for those who wish to attend and monitor proceedin...
Northern Ireland News, May 22, 2009
Cross-Border Visitors Boost NI Tourism
There has been a further fillip for Northern Ireland's tourism industry today with news of a boost of more than a quarter in cross-border visitors. Statistics released today show a 26% increa...
Cross-Border Visitors Boost NI Tourism
There has been a further fillip for Northern Ireland's tourism industry today with news of a boost of more than a quarter in cross-border visitors. Statistics released today show a 26% increa...
UK National News, May 22, 2009
Shopping Centre Closed After Fumes Scare
A Birmingham shopping centre has been evacuated and more than 30 people have been given medical treatment, following a chemical scare. Police said a petro-chemical was discovered in the ventilation s...
Shopping Centre Closed After Fumes Scare
A Birmingham shopping centre has been evacuated and more than 30 people have been given medical treatment, following a chemical scare. Police said a petro-chemical was discovered in the ventilation s...
Northern Ireland News, May 22, 2009
NI Beach Quality Drops
Only 30% of Northern Ireland beaches have been recommended for bathing in this year's Good Beach Guide. While Benone Beach in Co Londonderry, (pictured here by Brian McCalden) was a top perfor...
NI Beach Quality Drops
Only 30% of Northern Ireland beaches have been recommended for bathing in this year's Good Beach Guide. While Benone Beach in Co Londonderry, (pictured here by Brian McCalden) was a top perfor...
UK National News, May 22, 2009
Olympic Stadium Progress Continues
Work has started on fitting out the rooms inside the Olympic Stadium a year after construction began on the venue. More than 700 rooms will be based below the podium level of the Stadium, including e...
Olympic Stadium Progress Continues
Work has started on fitting out the rooms inside the Olympic Stadium a year after construction began on the venue. More than 700 rooms will be based below the podium level of the Stadium, including e...
Northern Ireland News, May 22, 2009
Cut Aer Lingus Executive Pay, Says Rival
The main rival to Aer Lingus is calling on the company to cut the salaries of its most senior executives. Ryanair, which has a 29.8% stake in Aer Lingus, has tabled two resolutions for the air...
Cut Aer Lingus Executive Pay, Says Rival
The main rival to Aer Lingus is calling on the company to cut the salaries of its most senior executives. Ryanair, which has a 29.8% stake in Aer Lingus, has tabled two resolutions for the air...
UK National News, May 22, 2009
Other News In Brief
Man Found Guilty Of Sisters Murders A 29-year-old man has been found guilty of murdering two sisters in their central Birmingham flat. Mohammed Ali, of Old Snow Hill, admitted the manslaughter of Yas...
Other News In Brief
Man Found Guilty Of Sisters Murders A 29-year-old man has been found guilty of murdering two sisters in their central Birmingham flat. Mohammed Ali, of Old Snow Hill, admitted the manslaughter of Yas...
Northern Ireland News, May 22, 2009
Suspected Swine Flu Case 'Negative'
Another potential case of Swine Flu in Northern Ireland has proved to be a false alarm. The Department of Health has confirmed this afternoon that so far the province has only reported one co...
Suspected Swine Flu Case 'Negative'
Another potential case of Swine Flu in Northern Ireland has proved to be a false alarm. The Department of Health has confirmed this afternoon that so far the province has only reported one co...
Northern Ireland News, May 22, 2009
Irish Shoppers Boost Banbridge Outlet
An influx of shoppers from the Irish Republic have helped a Co Down shopping centre boost its sales by more than 20%. The Outlet at Banbridge reported year-on-year sales growth of 21.5%, whil...
Irish Shoppers Boost Banbridge Outlet
An influx of shoppers from the Irish Republic have helped a Co Down shopping centre boost its sales by more than 20%. The Outlet at Banbridge reported year-on-year sales growth of 21.5%, whil...
Northern Ireland News, May 22, 2009
Fun Day At Stormont
A special bank holiday Monday awaits people from across Northern Ireland who are all invited to a Family Fun Day in the Stormont Estate. While there's likely to continue to be 'political game...
Fun Day At Stormont
A special bank holiday Monday awaits people from across Northern Ireland who are all invited to a Family Fun Day in the Stormont Estate. While there's likely to continue to be 'political game...
Recruitment News, May 22, 2009
£14bn IT Spend To Boost Workers' Skills And Job Prospects
Companies winning Government-funded IT contracts will have to fulfil a commitment to skills training, Skills Secretary John Denham announced today. The Government currently spends nearly £14 billion ...
£14bn IT Spend To Boost Workers' Skills And Job Prospects
Companies winning Government-funded IT contracts will have to fulfil a commitment to skills training, Skills Secretary John Denham announced today. The Government currently spends nearly £14 billion ...
Northern Ireland News, May 22, 2009
Other NI News In Brief
Wheely-Good News Although talks continues on a possible move to the Titanic Quarter for Belfast's Big Wheel, it has emerged that it could remain at City Hall for another two years after a Cou...
Other NI News In Brief
Wheely-Good News Although talks continues on a possible move to the Titanic Quarter for Belfast's Big Wheel, it has emerged that it could remain at City Hall for another two years after a Cou...
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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.
