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Northern Ireland News for February 2010 : Page 11
UK National News, Feb 9, 2010
UK Toyota Prius Recall
Toyota has announced a global recall on the latest, third-generation Prius built before 27 January 2010. The company said this will involve 8,500 cars in the UK. To date, there have been no accide...
UK Toyota Prius Recall
Toyota has announced a global recall on the latest, third-generation Prius built before 27 January 2010. The company said this will involve 8,500 cars in the UK. To date, there have been no accide...
UK National News, Feb 9, 2010
Manchester Burglar Jailed
A man has been jailed for a number of burglaries in Longsight. Kenneth Snabities, 21, formerly of Longsight, but now of Longton Road, Blackley pleaded guilty to one count of burglary and asked for a ...
Manchester Burglar Jailed
A man has been jailed for a number of burglaries in Longsight. Kenneth Snabities, 21, formerly of Longsight, but now of Longton Road, Blackley pleaded guilty to one count of burglary and asked for a ...
UK National News, Feb 9, 2010
Other UK News In Brief
Appeal After Halifax Assault West Yorkshire Police are appealing for witnesses after a woman was assaulted in Halifax. The 28-year-old was walking along Wards End, Halifax between 7.45pm and 8pm on ...
Other UK News In Brief
Appeal After Halifax Assault West Yorkshire Police are appealing for witnesses after a woman was assaulted in Halifax. The 28-year-old was walking along Wards End, Halifax between 7.45pm and 8pm on ...
Northern Ireland News, Feb 9, 2010
Ulster Hounds Launch St Pat's Week
Just days before this year's St Patrick's Day celebrations, the Belfast Waterfront Hall is to host a one-off 'Music Unites' concert. Featuring the drumbeats of the Hounds of Ulster, the music of Venu...
Ulster Hounds Launch St Pat's Week
Just days before this year's St Patrick's Day celebrations, the Belfast Waterfront Hall is to host a one-off 'Music Unites' concert. Featuring the drumbeats of the Hounds of Ulster, the music of Venu...
Northern Ireland News, Feb 9, 2010
Other NI News In Brief
Three Held Over PSNI Death It has emerged today that three people have been arrested in connection with the fatal shooting of Constable Stephen Carroll, (pictured). The 48-year-old PSNI officer was g...
Other NI News In Brief
Three Held Over PSNI Death It has emerged today that three people have been arrested in connection with the fatal shooting of Constable Stephen Carroll, (pictured). The 48-year-old PSNI officer was g...
UK National News, Feb 8, 2010
Two Killed In Afghan Blast
Two British soldiers have been killed in a blast in Afghanistan's Helmand province, the Ministry of Defence confirmed this morning. They were from The Royal Scots Borderers, 1st Battalion The Royal ...
Two Killed In Afghan Blast
Two British soldiers have been killed in a blast in Afghanistan's Helmand province, the Ministry of Defence confirmed this morning. They were from The Royal Scots Borderers, 1st Battalion The Royal ...
Northern Ireland News, Feb 8, 2010
INLA Disarms
A top republican politician has welcomed news of the disarmament of a violent republican group. The Irish National Liberation Army (Arm Saoirse Náisiúnta na hÉireann) or INLA was formed in December 1...
INLA Disarms
A top republican politician has welcomed news of the disarmament of a violent republican group. The Irish National Liberation Army (Arm Saoirse Náisiúnta na hÉireann) or INLA was formed in December 1...
Northern Ireland News, Feb 8, 2010
Ritchie's SDLP 'Transparency' Pledge
Margaret Ritchie made history yesterday by becoming the first woman elected to lead the Social Democratic and Labour Party. Ms Ritchie, the Stormont Executive's Social Development Minister, replaces...
Ritchie's SDLP 'Transparency' Pledge
Margaret Ritchie made history yesterday by becoming the first woman elected to lead the Social Democratic and Labour Party. Ms Ritchie, the Stormont Executive's Social Development Minister, replaces...
UK National News, Feb 8, 2010
Straw At Inquiry For Second Time
Justice Secretary Jack Straw appeared at the Iraq Inquiry for a second time today, telling the panel he did not ignore legal advise on the 2003 invasion. Mr Straw, who was Foreign Secretary at the t...
Straw At Inquiry For Second Time
Justice Secretary Jack Straw appeared at the Iraq Inquiry for a second time today, telling the panel he did not ignore legal advise on the 2003 invasion. Mr Straw, who was Foreign Secretary at the t...
Northern Ireland News, Feb 8, 2010
Sainsbury's Bangor Gets Planning Approval
Planners have given the green light to a new Sainsbury's store in Bangor. Jobs in the beleaguered construction sector will follow the decision, which involves the demolition of existing buildings, th...
Sainsbury's Bangor Gets Planning Approval
Planners have given the green light to a new Sainsbury's store in Bangor. Jobs in the beleaguered construction sector will follow the decision, which involves the demolition of existing buildings, th...
Northern Ireland News, Feb 8, 2010
Cautious Optimism Among Businesses
Optimism among local privately held businesses on their economic outlook for 2010 has improved considerably over the last year. That's according to the latest International Business Report survey fro...
Cautious Optimism Among Businesses
Optimism among local privately held businesses on their economic outlook for 2010 has improved considerably over the last year. That's according to the latest International Business Report survey fro...
Recruitment News, Feb 8, 2010
Centra Closure Costs Portadown Jobs
The burden of overheads and running costs - despite the fact that it served 7,500 customers a week - has led to the demise of a Portadown food shop - Centra of West Street. It has closed with the los...
Centra Closure Costs Portadown Jobs
The burden of overheads and running costs - despite the fact that it served 7,500 customers a week - has led to the demise of a Portadown food shop - Centra of West Street. It has closed with the los...
Northern Ireland News, Feb 8, 2010
Maze Prison Retains Listed Status
A controversial former Co Antrim prison facility is to be further protected. The Maze Prison buildings are to keep listed status, NI Environment Minister, Edwin Poots has announced. Last year, Mr Po...
Maze Prison Retains Listed Status
A controversial former Co Antrim prison facility is to be further protected. The Maze Prison buildings are to keep listed status, NI Environment Minister, Edwin Poots has announced. Last year, Mr Po...
Northern Ireland News, Feb 8, 2010
Refurbished Museum 'Busiest NI Attraction'
Years of construction work have paid off as more than 200,000 people have now visited the revamped Ulster Museum since it reopened. That makes it the busiest visitor attraction in Northern Ireland, a...
Refurbished Museum 'Busiest NI Attraction'
Years of construction work have paid off as more than 200,000 people have now visited the revamped Ulster Museum since it reopened. That makes it the busiest visitor attraction in Northern Ireland, a...
UK National News, Feb 8, 2010
'Desperate' Cameron Attacks PM
Downing Street has branded Tory Leader David Cameron's attack on the Prime Minister over expenses prosecutions as 'desperate'. Mr Cameron said Gordon Brown had tolerated the "disgusting sight" of MP...
'Desperate' Cameron Attacks PM
Downing Street has branded Tory Leader David Cameron's attack on the Prime Minister over expenses prosecutions as 'desperate'. Mr Cameron said Gordon Brown had tolerated the "disgusting sight" of MP...
UK National News, Feb 8, 2010
Record Uni Applications
The number of applicants to higher education university places has again hit a record high, according to figures released by UCAS today. This is the fourth year running that full-time undergraduate ...
Record Uni Applications
The number of applicants to higher education university places has again hit a record high, according to figures released by UCAS today. This is the fourth year running that full-time undergraduate ...
Business News, Feb 8, 2010
Cautious Optimism Among Businesses
Optimism among local privately held businesses on their economic outlook for 2010 has improved considerably over the last year. That's according to the latest International Business Report survey fro...
Cautious Optimism Among Businesses
Optimism among local privately held businesses on their economic outlook for 2010 has improved considerably over the last year. That's according to the latest International Business Report survey fro...
Northern Ireland News, Feb 8, 2010
Beer To Flow Again At Tidy Doffer
An application to restore the former Tidy Doffer site in Ravarnet, near Lisburn, which was destroyed in an accidental blaze early 2008, has been approved by Planning Service. It is thought a spark f...
Beer To Flow Again At Tidy Doffer
An application to restore the former Tidy Doffer site in Ravarnet, near Lisburn, which was destroyed in an accidental blaze early 2008, has been approved by Planning Service. It is thought a spark f...
UK National News, Feb 8, 2010
Growing Concern For Missing Girls
Merseyside Police have said they are becoming increasingly concerned for the safety of four missing teenage girls. Charlotte Gargan, 14, Megan Gargan, 15, Michaela Worthington, 14, and Jessica Worthi...
Growing Concern For Missing Girls
Merseyside Police have said they are becoming increasingly concerned for the safety of four missing teenage girls. Charlotte Gargan, 14, Megan Gargan, 15, Michaela Worthington, 14, and Jessica Worthi...
Northern Ireland News, Feb 8, 2010
Rise in University 'Firsts' Welcomed
The numbers of Northern Ireland students obtaining 'first' degree qualifications is continuing to rise according to the Department for Employment and Learning. The details, published by the Departme...
Rise in University 'Firsts' Welcomed
The numbers of Northern Ireland students obtaining 'first' degree qualifications is continuing to rise according to the Department for Employment and Learning. The details, published by the Departme...
Northern Ireland News, Feb 8, 2010
McAleese Honours GAA Author
A leading academic who is credited with writing the definitive history of the Gaelic Athletic Association (GAA) has been honoured by the Irish President. Dr David Hassan, from the University of Ulste...
McAleese Honours GAA Author
A leading academic who is credited with writing the definitive history of the Gaelic Athletic Association (GAA) has been honoured by the Irish President. Dr David Hassan, from the University of Ulste...
Northern Ireland News, Feb 8, 2010
Centra Closure Costs Portadown Jobs
High overheads and running costs - despite the fact that it served 7,500 customers a week - have led to the demise of a Portadown shop - Centra of West Street. It has closed with the loss of 18 jobs ...
Centra Closure Costs Portadown Jobs
High overheads and running costs - despite the fact that it served 7,500 customers a week - have led to the demise of a Portadown shop - Centra of West Street. It has closed with the loss of 18 jobs ...
Recruitment News, Feb 8, 2010
FG Accuse Gov Over Civil Servant Pay
The leading opposition party has accused the Government of planning to revoke senior civil servant pay cuts. Fine Gael's finance spokesman Richard Bruton said the Government was preparing to "force ...
FG Accuse Gov Over Civil Servant Pay
The leading opposition party has accused the Government of planning to revoke senior civil servant pay cuts. Fine Gael's finance spokesman Richard Bruton said the Government was preparing to "force ...
UK National News, Feb 8, 2010
Football Ban For 'Racists'
Two men from Blackburn have been banned from attending football matches for three years. Graham Kendal, 26, of Heys Lane, Blackburn and Anthony Thomas Sutcliffe, 22, of Exchange Street, Blackburn wer...
Football Ban For 'Racists'
Two men from Blackburn have been banned from attending football matches for three years. Graham Kendal, 26, of Heys Lane, Blackburn and Anthony Thomas Sutcliffe, 22, of Exchange Street, Blackburn wer...
UK National News, Feb 8, 2010
Bereaved Police Families Supported
Families of police officers killed in the line of duty are to get financial support through a new government-funded scheme, it was announced today. The Police Survivor Support Scheme will see up to £...
Bereaved Police Families Supported
Families of police officers killed in the line of duty are to get financial support through a new government-funded scheme, it was announced today. The Police Survivor Support Scheme will see up to £...
UK National News, Feb 8, 2010
Western Isles Drug Dealers Sentenced
Two men caught dealing drugs in the Western Isles back in 2008 have been handed down custodial sentences. Donald MacAulay, 21, from Upper Carloway was sentenced to two years and four months and Dere...
Western Isles Drug Dealers Sentenced
Two men caught dealing drugs in the Western Isles back in 2008 have been handed down custodial sentences. Donald MacAulay, 21, from Upper Carloway was sentenced to two years and four months and Dere...
UK National News, Feb 8, 2010
Other UK News In Brief
Wrexham Killing Probed A murder investigation is under way after police found the body of a 25-year-old woman at a house in Wrexham. North Wales Police say they were called to an address in Montgomer...
Other UK News In Brief
Wrexham Killing Probed A murder investigation is under way after police found the body of a 25-year-old woman at a house in Wrexham. North Wales Police say they were called to an address in Montgomer...
Northern Ireland News, Feb 8, 2010
Other NI News In Brief
Hot Posting For TA Signals Part-time soldiers from an east Belfast unit are to be deployed to Cyprus for six months, as part of the United Nation's peace-keeping effort. Nearly 300 of the Territorial...
Other NI News In Brief
Hot Posting For TA Signals Part-time soldiers from an east Belfast unit are to be deployed to Cyprus for six months, as part of the United Nation's peace-keeping effort. Nearly 300 of the Territorial...
UK National News, Feb 5, 2010
Four Charged Over Expenses
Three MPs and one lord are to face criminal charges over their parliamentary expenses, it was confirmed today. Labour parliamentarians Elliot Morley, Jim Devine and David Chaytor will face charges u...
Four Charged Over Expenses
Three MPs and one lord are to face criminal charges over their parliamentary expenses, it was confirmed today. Labour parliamentarians Elliot Morley, Jim Devine and David Chaytor will face charges u...
Recruitment News, Feb 5, 2010
Bitech Workers "Devastated" At Closure
Workers in County Louth, are said to have been devastated at the news of the closure of Bitech Engineering leading to the loss of over 200 jobs. The decision came from its parent company, Glen Dimple...
Bitech Workers "Devastated" At Closure
Workers in County Louth, are said to have been devastated at the news of the closure of Bitech Engineering leading to the loss of over 200 jobs. The decision came from its parent company, Glen Dimple...
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Northern Ireland WeatherToday:A chilly start with a widespread frost and some freezing fog, any freezing fog slow to clear. Otherwise bright with sunny spells and coastal showers. Light winds. Maximum temperature 6 °C.Tonight:Coastal showers dying out with a widespread frost developing along with freezing fog, which could become extensive. Winds remaining light. Minimum temperature -3 °C.
