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Northern Ireland News for January 2011 : Page 15
Northern Ireland News, Jan 5, 2011
North To Escape Worst Of Ireland's Snow
While Northern Ireland is to be mainly dry, bright and very cold on Friday with weekend south-westerly winds bringing just scattered sleet and snow showers, heavy snow is set to engulf the Irish Repub...
North To Escape Worst Of Ireland's Snow
While Northern Ireland is to be mainly dry, bright and very cold on Friday with weekend south-westerly winds bringing just scattered sleet and snow showers, heavy snow is set to engulf the Irish Repub...
Northern Ireland News, Jan 5, 2011
Anger Over 'Super Dump'
Residents in Co Londonderry have slammed likely approval of an already controversial plan for a 'super dump' in Macosquin. The Stormont Environment Minister Edwin Poots has indicated he will approve ...
Anger Over 'Super Dump'
Residents in Co Londonderry have slammed likely approval of an already controversial plan for a 'super dump' in Macosquin. The Stormont Environment Minister Edwin Poots has indicated he will approve ...
UK National News, Jan 5, 2011
Nanny In Court Over 'Ann Summers Poisoning'
A Sussex nanny has appeared in court charged with attempting to poison Ann Summers boss Jacqueline Gold. The multi-millionaire lingerie tycoon, 50, hired her to look after her child at her home in Wh...
Nanny In Court Over 'Ann Summers Poisoning'
A Sussex nanny has appeared in court charged with attempting to poison Ann Summers boss Jacqueline Gold. The multi-millionaire lingerie tycoon, 50, hired her to look after her child at her home in Wh...
UK National News, Jan 5, 2011
Gerry Rafferty Dies At 63
'Baker Street' singer-songwriter Gerry Rafferty has died at the age of 63. The Scottish singer-song passed away after suffering a long illness. He is best known for his 1970s hits 'Baker Street' and...
Gerry Rafferty Dies At 63
'Baker Street' singer-songwriter Gerry Rafferty has died at the age of 63. The Scottish singer-song passed away after suffering a long illness. He is best known for his 1970s hits 'Baker Street' and...
Northern Ireland News, Jan 5, 2011
Adams Pushes For Labour Coalition
Sinn Fein President Gerry Adams is attempting to sway the Irish Labour from joining with its likely coalition partners, Fine Gael, after the upcoming election. In comments made during the Morning Ir...
Adams Pushes For Labour Coalition
Sinn Fein President Gerry Adams is attempting to sway the Irish Labour from joining with its likely coalition partners, Fine Gael, after the upcoming election. In comments made during the Morning Ir...
UK National News, Jan 5, 2011
7/7 Firefighter Jailed For Drug Smuggling
A firefighter praised for his work in the 7 July bombings in London has been jailed for 14 years for smuggling 110kg of cocaine into the UK. Following a series of raids by police on properties in Lon...
7/7 Firefighter Jailed For Drug Smuggling
A firefighter praised for his work in the 7 July bombings in London has been jailed for 14 years for smuggling 110kg of cocaine into the UK. Following a series of raids by police on properties in Lon...
Northern Ireland News, Jan 5, 2011
Cregagh PO Robbed
There has been strong condemnation of a shock post office robbery in east Belfast. Belfast Alliance Councillor Máire Hendron has hit out at those involved in the robbery on the Cregagh Road shortly a...
Cregagh PO Robbed
There has been strong condemnation of a shock post office robbery in east Belfast. Belfast Alliance Councillor Máire Hendron has hit out at those involved in the robbery on the Cregagh Road shortly a...
UK National News, Jan 5, 2011
Scholarships Honour Sacrifice By Armed Forces
A new university scholarships scheme for the children of servicemen and women killed on active duty will support bereaved families and help them to rebuild their lives. The new scholarships will help...
Scholarships Honour Sacrifice By Armed Forces
A new university scholarships scheme for the children of servicemen and women killed on active duty will support bereaved families and help them to rebuild their lives. The new scholarships will help...
Business News, Jan 5, 2011
Hastings Takes Double Restaurant Accolade
Two local establishments have been named among the best restaurants of 2010 as the prestigious Sunday Life newspaper celebrated the eateries that stood out for their food writers. La Scala at the Sto...
Hastings Takes Double Restaurant Accolade
Two local establishments have been named among the best restaurants of 2010 as the prestigious Sunday Life newspaper celebrated the eateries that stood out for their food writers. La Scala at the Sto...
Northern Ireland News, Jan 5, 2011
Irish Exports 'Highest Ever'
The Celtic Tiger is roaring again with news that the value of exports from the Irish Republic were the highest ever recorded, reaching an unprecedented €161 billion in 2010. The Irish Exporters Asso...
Irish Exports 'Highest Ever'
The Celtic Tiger is roaring again with news that the value of exports from the Irish Republic were the highest ever recorded, reaching an unprecedented €161 billion in 2010. The Irish Exporters Asso...
UK National News, Jan 5, 2011
New Thames Bridge To Be Built
Plans for a £32.3 million bridge across the Thames, the first major new road crossing over the river in about 20 years, have been approved by the Government. Local Transport Minister Norman Baker con...
New Thames Bridge To Be Built
Plans for a £32.3 million bridge across the Thames, the first major new road crossing over the river in about 20 years, have been approved by the Government. Local Transport Minister Norman Baker con...
UK National News, Jan 5, 2011
Images Released Following Student Protests
Images of a number of people police wish to trace in connection with serious disorder in central London during December’s student protests have been released. Detectives from the Met’s Operation Mal...
Images Released Following Student Protests
Images of a number of people police wish to trace in connection with serious disorder in central London during December’s student protests have been released. Detectives from the Met’s Operation Mal...
Northern Ireland News, Jan 5, 2011
NI Needs Healthier Outlook, Says Boots
Two thirds of people in Northern Ireland don't think they'll make it to 80 years-of-age, despite this now being the average UK life expectancy. That's according to an assessment on the state of the U...
NI Needs Healthier Outlook, Says Boots
Two thirds of people in Northern Ireland don't think they'll make it to 80 years-of-age, despite this now being the average UK life expectancy. That's according to an assessment on the state of the U...
Northern Ireland News, Jan 5, 2011
Hastings Takes Double Restaurant Accolade
Two local establishments have been named among the best restaurants of 2010 as the prestigious Sunday Life newspaper celebrated the eateries that stood out for their food writers. La Scala at the Sto...
Hastings Takes Double Restaurant Accolade
Two local establishments have been named among the best restaurants of 2010 as the prestigious Sunday Life newspaper celebrated the eateries that stood out for their food writers. La Scala at the Sto...
Recruitment News, Jan 5, 2011
Jobs Lost In Celtic Bookmakers' Receivership
The news of Celtic Bookmakers moving into receivership with the loss of 237 jobs has been described as "very bleak". The fate of the company, which operates 47 betting shops in Ireland, was announced...
Jobs Lost In Celtic Bookmakers' Receivership
The news of Celtic Bookmakers moving into receivership with the loss of 237 jobs has been described as "very bleak". The fate of the company, which operates 47 betting shops in Ireland, was announced...
UK National News, Jan 5, 2011
Dealing With Debt Is Crucial, Say Insolvency Service
Levels of personal insolvency are starting to decline following a steady upward trend over the last ten years says The Insolvency Service. In 2009 personal insolvency numbers were the highest for 20 ...
Dealing With Debt Is Crucial, Say Insolvency Service
Levels of personal insolvency are starting to decline following a steady upward trend over the last ten years says The Insolvency Service. In 2009 personal insolvency numbers were the highest for 20 ...
Northern Ireland News, Jan 5, 2011
Irish Festive Driving Figures 'Positive'
The Irish Republic's statistics on traffic incidents over the Christmas and New Year period indicate increased compliance among road users, according to Gardaí this morning. During An Garda Síochána...
Irish Festive Driving Figures 'Positive'
The Irish Republic's statistics on traffic incidents over the Christmas and New Year period indicate increased compliance among road users, according to Gardaí this morning. During An Garda Síochána...
UK National News, Jan 5, 2011
Other UK News In Brief
Increase in Payment Limits To Rise New limits for unfair dismissal and redundancy payments for awards made to workers in certain employment rights cases will rise from the 1 February under the annua...
Other UK News In Brief
Increase in Payment Limits To Rise New limits for unfair dismissal and redundancy payments for awards made to workers in certain employment rights cases will rise from the 1 February under the annua...
Northern Ireland News, Jan 5, 2011
Other NI News In Brief
Orange Orders New Boss There is a successor to outgoing Orange Grand Master Robert Saulters after members of the institution's Grand Lodge met in Co Londonderry on Wednesday. Edward Stevenson, a 55-y...
Other NI News In Brief
Orange Orders New Boss There is a successor to outgoing Orange Grand Master Robert Saulters after members of the institution's Grand Lodge met in Co Londonderry on Wednesday. Edward Stevenson, a 55-y...
Northern Ireland News, Jan 4, 2011
Lowest Ever Road Death Figures Revealed
The Stormont Minister responsible for road safety has warned that good news over the number of crash deaths could have a hidden danger. NI Environment Minister Edwin Poots said that complacency coul...
Lowest Ever Road Death Figures Revealed
The Stormont Minister responsible for road safety has warned that good news over the number of crash deaths could have a hidden danger. NI Environment Minister Edwin Poots said that complacency coul...
UK National News, Jan 4, 2011
VAT Rise Arrives
Businesses from today will be introducing the new VAT rise. The standard rate of VAT will go up from 17.5% to 20%. Retailers must now charge the new 20 per cent rate on all standard-rated takings r...
VAT Rise Arrives
Businesses from today will be introducing the new VAT rise. The standard rate of VAT will go up from 17.5% to 20%. Retailers must now charge the new 20 per cent rate on all standard-rated takings r...
UK National News, Jan 4, 2011
Facebook Hunt Launched For Jo Yeates' Killer
A Facebook campaign has been launched by detectives today in a bid to find the killer of Jo Yeates. The 25-year-old was found in Longwood Lane, Failand, on Christmas Day, eight days after she was rep...
Facebook Hunt Launched For Jo Yeates' Killer
A Facebook campaign has been launched by detectives today in a bid to find the killer of Jo Yeates. The 25-year-old was found in Longwood Lane, Failand, on Christmas Day, eight days after she was rep...
Northern Ireland News, Jan 4, 2011
VAT Hike Criticised As 'Counterproductive'
Sinn Fein's Economic Spokesperson has slammed this week's increase in VAT as the wrong way to address the UK's deficit. Mitchel McLaughlin joined other critics and said that the increase will affect ...
VAT Hike Criticised As 'Counterproductive'
Sinn Fein's Economic Spokesperson has slammed this week's increase in VAT as the wrong way to address the UK's deficit. Mitchel McLaughlin joined other critics and said that the increase will affect ...
Northern Ireland News, Jan 4, 2011
Few School Flood Closures 'Bonus'
Just 11 schools and nursery schools have been unable to begin the new term today as burst pipes and other problems caused by the prolonged freezing spell of weather has added to NI's post big-freeze w...
Few School Flood Closures 'Bonus'
Just 11 schools and nursery schools have been unable to begin the new term today as burst pipes and other problems caused by the prolonged freezing spell of weather has added to NI's post big-freeze w...
Recruitment News, Jan 4, 2011
Jobs Are Saved in Buy-Out
Many jobs have been saved at a company in Co Antrim. The firm, Westport Resources Limited - which is a driver hire contractor - went into administration at the beginning of the month but now, news o...
Jobs Are Saved in Buy-Out
Many jobs have been saved at a company in Co Antrim. The firm, Westport Resources Limited - which is a driver hire contractor - went into administration at the beginning of the month but now, news o...
Business News, Jan 4, 2011
VAT Hike Criticised As 'Counterproductive'
Sinn Fein's Economic Spokesperson has slammed this week's increase in VAT as the wrong way to address the UK's deficit. Mitchel McLaughlin joined other critics and said that the increase will affect ...
VAT Hike Criticised As 'Counterproductive'
Sinn Fein's Economic Spokesperson has slammed this week's increase in VAT as the wrong way to address the UK's deficit. Mitchel McLaughlin joined other critics and said that the increase will affect ...
Northern Ireland News, Jan 4, 2011
Boat Crew Rescued In Mayday Drama
A cross-border operation has seen four people rescued from drowning as their sinking fishing boat hit rocks close to Ardglass Harbour. The stricken vessel's mayday call was received around 6pm on Mon...
Boat Crew Rescued In Mayday Drama
A cross-border operation has seen four people rescued from drowning as their sinking fishing boat hit rocks close to Ardglass Harbour. The stricken vessel's mayday call was received around 6pm on Mon...
Northern Ireland News, Jan 4, 2011
Sinn Fein Demand Housing Repair Action
Sinn Fein MLA and Housing Spokesperson Fra McCann has called for an urgent meeting with the Social Development Minister Alex Atwood to deal with NI Housing Executive repairs. Mr McCann stated: "Over ...
Sinn Fein Demand Housing Repair Action
Sinn Fein MLA and Housing Spokesperson Fra McCann has called for an urgent meeting with the Social Development Minister Alex Atwood to deal with NI Housing Executive repairs. Mr McCann stated: "Over ...
Northern Ireland News, Jan 4, 2011
Moon Eclipses Return To Work
This morning's return to work featured an astronomical event, as an eclipse of the sun greeted commuters across parts of Ireland. The partial eclipse was visible between 8.30am and 9.30am for those w...
Moon Eclipses Return To Work
This morning's return to work featured an astronomical event, as an eclipse of the sun greeted commuters across parts of Ireland. The partial eclipse was visible between 8.30am and 9.30am for those w...
Northern Ireland News, Jan 4, 2011
Welders Win Cross Border Business Boost
A Co Londonderry firm - Steam and Generation Services (SGS) in Maydown - has won its first export business. SGS, based at Carrakeel Industrial Park in Derry, secured a significant contract to provide...
Welders Win Cross Border Business Boost
A Co Londonderry firm - Steam and Generation Services (SGS) in Maydown - has won its first export business. SGS, based at Carrakeel Industrial Park in Derry, secured a significant contract to provide...
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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.
