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Northern Ireland News for January 2010 : Page 8
Business News, Jan 18, 2010
Expert Urges Farm Co-Operation
A leading UK agricultural specialist from Barclays Bank, Euryn Jones, will visit a group of Northern Ireland dairy producers tomorrow, and will challenge them to innovate and co-operate. He will be i...
Expert Urges Farm Co-Operation
A leading UK agricultural specialist from Barclays Bank, Euryn Jones, will visit a group of Northern Ireland dairy producers tomorrow, and will challenge them to innovate and co-operate. He will be i...
UK National News, Jan 18, 2010
Fresh BA Crew Ballot
British Airways cabin crew will hold a fresh ballot on possible industrial action, the Unite union has confirmed. Officials said a vote will be held after the latest round of talks with BA managemen...
Fresh BA Crew Ballot
British Airways cabin crew will hold a fresh ballot on possible industrial action, the Unite union has confirmed. Officials said a vote will be held after the latest round of talks with BA managemen...
Business News, Jan 18, 2010
Fermanagh Kitchen Designer Up For Award
A Co Fermanagh kitchen designer has been named as a finalist in a coveted industry award. Peter Leonard, of Ballygawley-based firm Greenhill Kitchen Innovations, is up for the 2010 KBB (Kitchens, Bed...
Fermanagh Kitchen Designer Up For Award
A Co Fermanagh kitchen designer has been named as a finalist in a coveted industry award. Peter Leonard, of Ballygawley-based firm Greenhill Kitchen Innovations, is up for the 2010 KBB (Kitchens, Bed...
Northern Ireland News, Jan 18, 2010
Border ATM Robbery Condemned
Gangsters have returned to their original area of operation with the thieves using a digger to steal a bank automated teller machine (ATM) from a bank along the poorly policed border area. Taking adv...
Border ATM Robbery Condemned
Gangsters have returned to their original area of operation with the thieves using a digger to steal a bank automated teller machine (ATM) from a bank along the poorly policed border area. Taking adv...
UK National News, Jan 18, 2010
Prince On New Zealand Tour
Prince William has represented his grandmother in New Zealand as part of his first official Royal tour. The Prince, 27, addressed dignitaries at the official opening of the country's new Supreme Cou...
Prince On New Zealand Tour
Prince William has represented his grandmother in New Zealand as part of his first official Royal tour. The Prince, 27, addressed dignitaries at the official opening of the country's new Supreme Cou...
Northern Ireland News, Jan 18, 2010
Expert Urges Farm Co-Operation
A leading UK agricultural specialist from Barclays Bank, Euryn Jones, will visit a group of Northern Ireland dairy producers tomorrow, and will challenge them to innovate and co-operate. He will be i...
Expert Urges Farm Co-Operation
A leading UK agricultural specialist from Barclays Bank, Euryn Jones, will visit a group of Northern Ireland dairy producers tomorrow, and will challenge them to innovate and co-operate. He will be i...
Business News, Jan 18, 2010
Opposition Maintain Pressure For Bank Inquiry
The main opposition party, Fine Gael, have upped their pressure on the Government for a public inquiry into the banking system crash today. Fine Gael's Deputy Leader & Finance Spokesperson, Richard ...
Opposition Maintain Pressure For Bank Inquiry
The main opposition party, Fine Gael, have upped their pressure on the Government for a public inquiry into the banking system crash today. Fine Gael's Deputy Leader & Finance Spokesperson, Richard ...
Northern Ireland News, Jan 18, 2010
Murphy Welcomes Roads' Repair Funds
There has been a welcome for additional funds of £15million for roads' maintenance in NI. It was announced in the recent December in-year monitoring round. Northern Ireland Roads Minister, Conor Mu...
Murphy Welcomes Roads' Repair Funds
There has been a welcome for additional funds of £15million for roads' maintenance in NI. It was announced in the recent December in-year monitoring round. Northern Ireland Roads Minister, Conor Mu...
Northern Ireland News, Jan 18, 2010
Cameras To Film Derry Bridge Construction
Work on the £13.4m Derry Peace Bridge has begun - but a unique twist has been added. Cameras are being placed at Ebrington Barracks in the City, in an effort to record every stage of the construction...
Cameras To Film Derry Bridge Construction
Work on the £13.4m Derry Peace Bridge has begun - but a unique twist has been added. Cameras are being placed at Ebrington Barracks in the City, in an effort to record every stage of the construction...
Northern Ireland News, Jan 18, 2010
CityEast Offers Cross-Community Jobs
A new workspace development has been completed in an area of east Belfast with a declared aim of offering a 'shared space' to encourage unionists and nationalists to work together. CityEast, a £2.9m ...
CityEast Offers Cross-Community Jobs
A new workspace development has been completed in an area of east Belfast with a declared aim of offering a 'shared space' to encourage unionists and nationalists to work together. CityEast, a £2.9m ...
Northern Ireland News, Jan 18, 2010
Mossley Mill Redevelopment Complete
A project to transform a former flax spinning mill in Co. Antrim has been completed. Mossley Mill in Newtownabbey has undergone a £16m redevelopment by local company Graham Construction. The first p...
Mossley Mill Redevelopment Complete
A project to transform a former flax spinning mill in Co. Antrim has been completed. Mossley Mill in Newtownabbey has undergone a £16m redevelopment by local company Graham Construction. The first p...
Northern Ireland News, Jan 18, 2010
Transport Partnerships Rewarded
It has just emerged that some 17 local Rural Community Transport Partnerships have been awarded with the Investors in People (IiP) accreditation. IiP has long been acknowledged as the most successfu...
Transport Partnerships Rewarded
It has just emerged that some 17 local Rural Community Transport Partnerships have been awarded with the Investors in People (IiP) accreditation. IiP has long been acknowledged as the most successfu...
UK National News, Jan 18, 2010
Two Charged With Child's Death
A man and a woman have been charged following the death of 15-month-old Violet Mullen in Oldham. Gary Alcock, 28, and Claire Flanagan, 21, both of Huddersfield Road, Oldham, have both been charged wi...
Two Charged With Child's Death
A man and a woman have been charged following the death of 15-month-old Violet Mullen in Oldham. Gary Alcock, 28, and Claire Flanagan, 21, both of Huddersfield Road, Oldham, have both been charged wi...
UK National News, Jan 18, 2010
Scotland's Former Cleaner In Court
The ex-housekeeper of Attorney General Baroness Scotland has appeared in court on fraud charges. Loloahi Tapui, 27, has admitted possessing false documents, but is contesting charges of using the in...
Scotland's Former Cleaner In Court
The ex-housekeeper of Attorney General Baroness Scotland has appeared in court on fraud charges. Loloahi Tapui, 27, has admitted possessing false documents, but is contesting charges of using the in...
UK National News, Jan 18, 2010
Brothers Jailed For Killing Grandfather
Two brothers who murdered their 76-year-old grandfather in a "merciless and prolonged attack" in his own home have been jailed. Wayne Edwards, 34, of Kennard House, Battersea, and Anton Alexander San...
Brothers Jailed For Killing Grandfather
Two brothers who murdered their 76-year-old grandfather in a "merciless and prolonged attack" in his own home have been jailed. Wayne Edwards, 34, of Kennard House, Battersea, and Anton Alexander San...
UK National News, Jan 18, 2010
RAF £865m Jet Investment
Rolls-Royce will build engines for the Royal Air Force's most advanced fighter jet as part of a £865m 10-year contract, it has been announced. The Typhoon engines - the EJ200 - will be maintained an...
RAF £865m Jet Investment
Rolls-Royce will build engines for the Royal Air Force's most advanced fighter jet as part of a £865m 10-year contract, it has been announced. The Typhoon engines - the EJ200 - will be maintained an...
UK National News, Jan 18, 2010
Other UK News In Brief
Investigation Into Fatal Bus Crash Police investigating a fatal road traffic collision involving a bus and a pedestrian in Frankley, Birmingham, have named the deceased as Gary Brien, aged 43 from T...
Other UK News In Brief
Investigation Into Fatal Bus Crash Police investigating a fatal road traffic collision involving a bus and a pedestrian in Frankley, Birmingham, have named the deceased as Gary Brien, aged 43 from T...
Northern Ireland News, Jan 18, 2010
Other NI News In Brief
Cuddly Meerkats Emerge Belfast Zoo's two new baby meerkats emerged from their cosy home in the ground last week. With the recent cold weather, the babies preferred to stay in the warmth underground a...
Other NI News In Brief
Cuddly Meerkats Emerge Belfast Zoo's two new baby meerkats emerged from their cosy home in the ground last week. With the recent cold weather, the babies preferred to stay in the warmth underground a...
Northern Ireland News, Jan 18, 2010
NI Wins Funds For Frost Damaged Roads
While extra cash that was expected for road repairs in the Irish Republic after the 'big freeze' has been vetoed, that's not the case on this side of the border. Irish Transport Minister Noel Dempsey...
NI Wins Funds For Frost Damaged Roads
While extra cash that was expected for road repairs in the Irish Republic after the 'big freeze' has been vetoed, that's not the case on this side of the border. Irish Transport Minister Noel Dempsey...
Northern Ireland News, Jan 15, 2010
Justice Talks Resume
Intensified talks between the DUP and Sinn Fein over the devolution of policing and justice powers will resume later. Both parties concluded negotiations late last night without agreeing a deal. P...
Justice Talks Resume
Intensified talks between the DUP and Sinn Fein over the devolution of policing and justice powers will resume later. Both parties concluded negotiations late last night without agreeing a deal. P...
UK National News, Jan 15, 2010
Tories Plan 'Immediate Cuts'
Shadow Chancellor George Osborne has said a Tory government would implement spending cuts immediately after entering Downing Street. He said a Conservative election win would result in public expend...
Tories Plan 'Immediate Cuts'
Shadow Chancellor George Osborne has said a Tory government would implement spending cuts immediately after entering Downing Street. He said a Conservative election win would result in public expend...
Business News, Jan 15, 2010
Pilots Agreement To €30M Cuts Welcomed
Aer Lingus has welcomed a decision by its pilots to accept cuts of €30 million in their pay as the airline continues its battle with the challenging market. Aer Lingus pilots instructed their union, ...
Pilots Agreement To €30M Cuts Welcomed
Aer Lingus has welcomed a decision by its pilots to accept cuts of €30 million in their pay as the airline continues its battle with the challenging market. Aer Lingus pilots instructed their union, ...
UK National News, Jan 15, 2010
Woman Dies After Car Theft
A woman has been knocked down and killed after attempting to tackle a man who stole her car in Greater Manchester. According to police, the victim was thrown onto the bonnet of the MG sports car afte...
Woman Dies After Car Theft
A woman has been knocked down and killed after attempting to tackle a man who stole her car in Greater Manchester. According to police, the victim was thrown onto the bonnet of the MG sports car afte...
Recruitment News, Jan 15, 2010
Irish Speakers Lead Jobs Race
Irish speakers have developed an advantage in the job market according to a cross-border analysis by leading academics. The report, co-authored by Professor Vani Borooah of the University of Ulster, ...
Irish Speakers Lead Jobs Race
Irish speakers have developed an advantage in the job market according to a cross-border analysis by leading academics. The report, co-authored by Professor Vani Borooah of the University of Ulster, ...
Northern Ireland News, Jan 15, 2010
Castlereagh Inquiry Monitoring Call: SDLP
SDLP members have asked the Stormont Assembly's Environment Committee to monitor inquiries into events at Castlereagh Council, including the role politicians play in planning decisions. The call come...
Castlereagh Inquiry Monitoring Call: SDLP
SDLP members have asked the Stormont Assembly's Environment Committee to monitor inquiries into events at Castlereagh Council, including the role politicians play in planning decisions. The call come...
UK National News, Jan 15, 2010
Bosch Welsh Jobs Go
A car part manufacturing plant is to close in south Wales with the loss of 900 jobs, it has been confirmed. Bosch had made its intention to scale back operations known for sometime. It had conside...
Bosch Welsh Jobs Go
A car part manufacturing plant is to close in south Wales with the loss of 900 jobs, it has been confirmed. Bosch had made its intention to scale back operations known for sometime. It had conside...
Northern Ireland News, Jan 15, 2010
GAA 'Bombing' Condemned
The Ulster Unionist Party has condemned a failed bomb attack on a GAA club in Antrim. Following the discovery of a device, Ulster Unionist Mayor of Antrim Adrian Watson said: "The news of this attack...
GAA 'Bombing' Condemned
The Ulster Unionist Party has condemned a failed bomb attack on a GAA club in Antrim. Following the discovery of a device, Ulster Unionist Mayor of Antrim Adrian Watson said: "The news of this attack...
UK National News, Jan 15, 2010
Govt Supports Haiti Relief
Humanitarian relief work in Haiti will be supported by a $10 million donation from the UK Department for International Development. International Development Secretary Douglas Alexander announced the...
Govt Supports Haiti Relief
Humanitarian relief work in Haiti will be supported by a $10 million donation from the UK Department for International Development. International Development Secretary Douglas Alexander announced the...
Business News, Jan 15, 2010
Grocers Back Ombudsman Bid
Grocery retailers are backing a bid to establish a post that will provide oversight and regulation for the sector. The NI Independent Retail Trade Association (NIIRTA) has welcomed the announcement t...
Grocers Back Ombudsman Bid
Grocery retailers are backing a bid to establish a post that will provide oversight and regulation for the sector. The NI Independent Retail Trade Association (NIIRTA) has welcomed the announcement t...
UK National News, Jan 15, 2010
Flu Pandemic 'Exaggerated'
The UK's latest swine flu figures are still on the way down. The new figures have just been been released as several European countries are raising questions about the swine flu crisis - inferring it...
Flu Pandemic 'Exaggerated'
The UK's latest swine flu figures are still on the way down. The new figures have just been been released as several European countries are raising questions about the swine flu crisis - inferring it...
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Northern Ireland WeatherThis Evening and 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.
