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Northern Ireland News for November 2011 : Page 12
UK National News, Nov 10, 2011
Tax Relief For Film Makers Extended
The Prime Minister has announced the extension of film tax relief, the Government’s tax break for the British film industry, until the end of December 2015. The scheme is designed to support the prod...
Tax Relief For Film Makers Extended
The Prime Minister has announced the extension of film tax relief, the Government’s tax break for the British film industry, until the end of December 2015. The scheme is designed to support the prod...
UK National News, Nov 10, 2011
Jaguar Announces 1,000 West Midlands Jobs
Car company Jaguar Land Rover (JLR) has announced over 1,000 for the West Midlands area. The company said the new posts will be based at the company's Land Rover plant in Solihull, which currently e...
Jaguar Announces 1,000 West Midlands Jobs
Car company Jaguar Land Rover (JLR) has announced over 1,000 for the West Midlands area. The company said the new posts will be based at the company's Land Rover plant in Solihull, which currently e...
Northern Ireland News, Nov 10, 2011
Cancer Charity Urges 'Look Down In The Mouth'
People across NI are being encouraged to look 'down in the mouth' as the Ulster Cancer Foundation (UCF) uses Mouth Cancer Week to encourage people to be aware of the early signs of mouth cancer and to...
Cancer Charity Urges 'Look Down In The Mouth'
People across NI are being encouraged to look 'down in the mouth' as the Ulster Cancer Foundation (UCF) uses Mouth Cancer Week to encourage people to be aware of the early signs of mouth cancer and to...
UK National News, Nov 10, 2011
£95M Bank Fund For Business
Hundreds of small businesses will be given £95 million as part of a bank fund to "boost growth" and "rebalance the economy", the Prime Minister said today. David Cameron said the funding was expected...
£95M Bank Fund For Business
Hundreds of small businesses will be given £95 million as part of a bank fund to "boost growth" and "rebalance the economy", the Prime Minister said today. David Cameron said the funding was expected...
Recruitment News, Nov 10, 2011
Rise In Oz Firms Sponsoring Irish Workers
Australian firms sponsored more than 1,400 skilled Irish labourers between July and September of this year. The demand for labour in engineering, mining and construction industries means Ireland is n...
Rise In Oz Firms Sponsoring Irish Workers
Australian firms sponsored more than 1,400 skilled Irish labourers between July and September of this year. The demand for labour in engineering, mining and construction industries means Ireland is n...
UK National News, Nov 10, 2011
Poppies Permitted After PM Pleas
Fifa has capitulated to pressure from the British Prime Minister and Prince William saying it will now permit the wearing of poppies by England, Scotland and Wales football teams to commemorate Rememb...
Poppies Permitted After PM Pleas
Fifa has capitulated to pressure from the British Prime Minister and Prince William saying it will now permit the wearing of poppies by England, Scotland and Wales football teams to commemorate Rememb...
Business News, Nov 10, 2011
Irish Government Reneges on A5 Funding
A major cross-border road-building project has been lost with news that the Irish government has undertaken a major U-turn and will no longer be funding a huge road upgrade in western Northern Ireland...
Irish Government Reneges on A5 Funding
A major cross-border road-building project has been lost with news that the Irish government has undertaken a major U-turn and will no longer be funding a huge road upgrade in western Northern Ireland...
Northern Ireland News, Nov 10, 2011
Kids Help Ulster Orchestra Tune Up Digitally
Classical music and cutting edge technology joined forces, when the Ulster Orchestra (UO) and Northern Ireland's largest indigenous IT services company, Northgate Managed Services teamed up to announc...
Kids Help Ulster Orchestra Tune Up Digitally
Classical music and cutting edge technology joined forces, when the Ulster Orchestra (UO) and Northern Ireland's largest indigenous IT services company, Northgate Managed Services teamed up to announc...
Northern Ireland News, Nov 10, 2011
Many NI Benefit Frauds Face The Courts
Five people were convicted at Belfast Magistrates' court on Tuesday for claiming benefits they were not entitled to. Margaret Teer (66) of Moyard Crescent, Belfast claimed Housing Benefit totalling £...
Many NI Benefit Frauds Face The Courts
Five people were convicted at Belfast Magistrates' court on Tuesday for claiming benefits they were not entitled to. Margaret Teer (66) of Moyard Crescent, Belfast claimed Housing Benefit totalling £...
UK National News, Nov 10, 2011
James Murdoch Back Before MPs
James Murdoch is to return to the face the committee investigating allegations of phone hacking by News Corporation, as new evidence emerges. It is believed the formerly tenacious committee will be ...
James Murdoch Back Before MPs
James Murdoch is to return to the face the committee investigating allegations of phone hacking by News Corporation, as new evidence emerges. It is believed the formerly tenacious committee will be ...
Northern Ireland News, Nov 10, 2011
Mental Health Issues No Workforce Barrier
People with mental health issues are making a significant contribution to the workforce. Far from being any burden, the Employment and Learning Minister, Dr Stephen Farry, has highlighted the signifi...
Mental Health Issues No Workforce Barrier
People with mental health issues are making a significant contribution to the workforce. Far from being any burden, the Employment and Learning Minister, Dr Stephen Farry, has highlighted the signifi...
UK National News, Nov 10, 2011
Newcastle Ground Renamed 'Sports Direct Arena'
The home ground of the Newcastle United football team is to be renamed after its owner's budget retailer, Sports Direct. Owner Mike Ashley made the decision to replace the historic stadium's 119 yea...
Newcastle Ground Renamed 'Sports Direct Arena'
The home ground of the Newcastle United football team is to be renamed after its owner's budget retailer, Sports Direct. Owner Mike Ashley made the decision to replace the historic stadium's 119 yea...
Northern Ireland News, Nov 10, 2011
New Mediterranean Route For bmibaby
Low cost airline, bmibaby, has announced a new sunshine route for summer 2012. The route from Belfast City Airport to Mahon in Menorca will commence on 15 June and will operate twice a week - on Mond...
New Mediterranean Route For bmibaby
Low cost airline, bmibaby, has announced a new sunshine route for summer 2012. The route from Belfast City Airport to Mahon in Menorca will commence on 15 June and will operate twice a week - on Mond...
UK National News, Nov 10, 2011
Private Firm First To Take Over Hospital
A private, listed firm has become the first company to take over the running of an NHS Hospital. The landmark and controversial £1 billion deal will see the firm Circle undertake a 10-year to run Hi...
Private Firm First To Take Over Hospital
A private, listed firm has become the first company to take over the running of an NHS Hospital. The landmark and controversial £1 billion deal will see the firm Circle undertake a 10-year to run Hi...
Northern Ireland News, Nov 10, 2011
Princess Royal 'All At Sea' At Life Raft Firm
HRH Princess Anne has flown into NI today and straight down to business with her first engagement being a visit to RFD Beaufort Limited, in Dunmurry - a well know manufacturer of nautical life saving ...
Princess Royal 'All At Sea' At Life Raft Firm
HRH Princess Anne has flown into NI today and straight down to business with her first engagement being a visit to RFD Beaufort Limited, in Dunmurry - a well know manufacturer of nautical life saving ...
Northern Ireland News, Nov 10, 2011
Other NI News In Brief
O'Neill Welcomes Debate The Agriculture Minister Michelle O'Neill has welcomed the Agriculture and Rural Development Committee's decision to have a motion in the Assembly next Monday on [EC fa...
Other NI News In Brief
O'Neill Welcomes Debate The Agriculture Minister Michelle O'Neill has welcomed the Agriculture and Rural Development Committee's decision to have a motion in the Assembly next Monday on [EC fa...
Northern Ireland News, Nov 9, 2011
'Justice' Sought In Minister's Appointment
There's a major political row brewing over the way the Department of Justice Minister is to be appointed in the future. Already, the sitting Justice Minister, Alliance Leader David Ford has offered t...
'Justice' Sought In Minister's Appointment
There's a major political row brewing over the way the Department of Justice Minister is to be appointed in the future. Already, the sitting Justice Minister, Alliance Leader David Ford has offered t...
Recruitment News, Nov 9, 2011
Job Seekers To Work In The Community
Job Seeker’s Allowance claimants who haven’t found a job once they have been through a work programme will do a 26 week placement in the community, according to new proposals. The plan from Prime Min...
Job Seekers To Work In The Community
Job Seeker’s Allowance claimants who haven’t found a job once they have been through a work programme will do a 26 week placement in the community, according to new proposals. The plan from Prime Min...
Northern Ireland News, Nov 9, 2011
NI Should 'Wear Poppy With Pride', Says PM
A local MP has successfully lobbied the Prime Minister to win his explicit support for the coming Remembrance Sunday poppy. East Londonderry MP Gregory Campbell earlier called upon the Prime Minister...
NI Should 'Wear Poppy With Pride', Says PM
A local MP has successfully lobbied the Prime Minister to win his explicit support for the coming Remembrance Sunday poppy. East Londonderry MP Gregory Campbell earlier called upon the Prime Minister...
UK National News, Nov 9, 2011
Protestors Condemn Police Rubber Bullet 'Threats'
The student group organising a major protest in London on Wednesday has condemned perceived threats by the Metropolitan Police, that it was authorised to use plastic baton rounds during protests. Fo...
Protestors Condemn Police Rubber Bullet 'Threats'
The student group organising a major protest in London on Wednesday has condemned perceived threats by the Metropolitan Police, that it was authorised to use plastic baton rounds during protests. Fo...
Northern Ireland News, Nov 9, 2011
Cut In Victims' Funds Not FAIR, Says Frazer
Funding to a Troubles victims' group has been stopped while investigations take place into its management, with a call being made for clarity on the issue. Founded by Willie Frazer 13 years ago, Fami...
Cut In Victims' Funds Not FAIR, Says Frazer
Funding to a Troubles victims' group has been stopped while investigations take place into its management, with a call being made for clarity on the issue. Founded by Willie Frazer 13 years ago, Fami...
UK National News, Nov 9, 2011
Pressure Mounts On 'Contradicted' May
The Home Secretary is under yet more pressure on Wednesday after her insistence that border security officials had been compromised beyond their remit was contradicted by a border official. On Tuesda...
Pressure Mounts On 'Contradicted' May
The Home Secretary is under yet more pressure on Wednesday after her insistence that border security officials had been compromised beyond their remit was contradicted by a border official. On Tuesda...
UK National News, Nov 9, 2011
Pessimistic CBI Urges For Cuts To Go Ahead
The UK's biggest business lobbying group has urged the Chancellor to continue its cuts as it reduces its expectations for economic growth for the next two years. The Confederation of British Industr...
Pessimistic CBI Urges For Cuts To Go Ahead
The UK's biggest business lobbying group has urged the Chancellor to continue its cuts as it reduces its expectations for economic growth for the next two years. The Confederation of British Industr...
Business News, Nov 9, 2011
NI Firm Shines With South African Solar Power
Northern Ireland company Kingspan Renewables is continuing to expand its presence in the South African market. As a result of a successful partnership with South African based eco supplier Green Pow...
NI Firm Shines With South African Solar Power
Northern Ireland company Kingspan Renewables is continuing to expand its presence in the South African market. As a result of a successful partnership with South African based eco supplier Green Pow...
UK National News, Nov 9, 2011
Two Convicted Of Prison 'Execution'
Two men have been found guilty of shooting a man in a execution style killing at Wandsworth prison. The murder occurred in the front car park outside HMP Wandsworth on Friday 1 May 2009, when the vic...
Two Convicted Of Prison 'Execution'
Two men have been found guilty of shooting a man in a execution style killing at Wandsworth prison. The murder occurred in the front car park outside HMP Wandsworth on Friday 1 May 2009, when the vic...
Northern Ireland News, Nov 9, 2011
Woman In Court Today Over Coleraine Stabbing
A man has suffered minor injuries after being attacked and stabbed in the Coleraine area last night. The PSNI said today that a woman has been charged with stabbing a man in the Long Commons part of ...
Woman In Court Today Over Coleraine Stabbing
A man has suffered minor injuries after being attacked and stabbed in the Coleraine area last night. The PSNI said today that a woman has been charged with stabbing a man in the Long Commons part of ...
Northern Ireland News, Nov 9, 2011
Good Samaritans Celebrate 50 Listening Years
A birthday has been celebrated with news that a key provider of emotional support, the Samaritans, passed its 50th anniversary last week. The first ever Branch in Ireland opened in Belfast on 1 Novem...
Good Samaritans Celebrate 50 Listening Years
A birthday has been celebrated with news that a key provider of emotional support, the Samaritans, passed its 50th anniversary last week. The first ever Branch in Ireland opened in Belfast on 1 Novem...
UK National News, Nov 9, 2011
Drink Drivers To Pay For Rehabilitation
The bill for the rehabilitation scheme taken by those convicted of drink driving is to be picked up by the offenders, according to Government proposals published on Wednesday. The Driving Standards ...
Drink Drivers To Pay For Rehabilitation
The bill for the rehabilitation scheme taken by those convicted of drink driving is to be picked up by the offenders, according to Government proposals published on Wednesday. The Driving Standards ...
UK National News, Nov 9, 2011
Gov To Close Channel Isles VAT Dodge
The Government has announced that a VAT loophole used by mail order retailers operating in the Channel Islands will be closed from April next year. The Low Value Consignment Relief (LVCR), which was...
Gov To Close Channel Isles VAT Dodge
The Government has announced that a VAT loophole used by mail order retailers operating in the Channel Islands will be closed from April next year. The Low Value Consignment Relief (LVCR), which was...
Northern Ireland News, Nov 9, 2011
Foster Welcomes Increased R&D Expenditure
Despite the recession, Northern Ireland saw the highest ever Research and Development (R&D) expenditure in 2010. That means that investment was up by 8% in cash terms as total R&D investment rose fr...
Foster Welcomes Increased R&D Expenditure
Despite the recession, Northern Ireland saw the highest ever Research and Development (R&D) expenditure in 2010. That means that investment was up by 8% in cash terms as total R&D investment rose fr...
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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.
