Northern Ireland News for November 2011 : Page 13
Northern Ireland News, Nov 9, 2011
Concrete Firm Secures Irish Waste Plant Contract
A Co Antrim-based automation and process control specialists, Pneutrol Ireland Ltd (PIL), has recently secured an order worth €180,000 in the Republic of Ireland, following support from Invest Norther...
Concrete Firm Secures Irish Waste Plant Contract
A Co Antrim-based automation and process control specialists, Pneutrol Ireland Ltd (PIL), has recently secured an order worth €180,000 in the Republic of Ireland, following support from Invest Norther...
UK National News, Nov 9, 2011
C4 To Air Michael Jackson Trial Documentary
Channel 4 is set to air a documentary about the relationship of Dr Conrad Murray with pop sensation Michael Jackson. The broadcast date the documentary will hit the screens has yet to be confirmed bu...
C4 To Air Michael Jackson Trial Documentary
Channel 4 is set to air a documentary about the relationship of Dr Conrad Murray with pop sensation Michael Jackson. The broadcast date the documentary will hit the screens has yet to be confirmed bu...
Northern Ireland News, Nov 9, 2011
Jailhouse Lapwings Breeding 'Behind Bars'
They may be a bit more than a 'bird in a gilded cage' but a few dozen lapwings have been given the ultimate protection - prison. They have made the perimeter grounds between the inner and outer fence...
Jailhouse Lapwings Breeding 'Behind Bars'
They may be a bit more than a 'bird in a gilded cage' but a few dozen lapwings have been given the ultimate protection - prison. They have made the perimeter grounds between the inner and outer fence...
UK National News, Nov 9, 2011
Know Your Overseas Shopping Limit
Customs and Excise have issued advise for those engaging in overseas shopping this year to stop shoppers getting fined for overdoing it. HM Revenue & Customs’s Angela Shephard advised Wednesday that...
Know Your Overseas Shopping Limit
Customs and Excise have issued advise for those engaging in overseas shopping this year to stop shoppers getting fined for overdoing it. HM Revenue & Customs’s Angela Shephard advised Wednesday that...
UK National News, Nov 9, 2011
Other News In Brief
Cameron Slams Poppy Ban The PM, David Cameron has called a ban by Fifa on England's footballers wearing poppies on their kit "outrageous". Fifa rules mean teams cannot wear shirts carrying pol...
Other News In Brief
Cameron Slams Poppy Ban The PM, David Cameron has called a ban by Fifa on England's footballers wearing poppies on their kit "outrageous". Fifa rules mean teams cannot wear shirts carrying pol...
Northern Ireland News, Nov 9, 2011
Red Box Media Attracts 170m US Viewers
Belfast-based Red Box Media has produced a live show and inserts for the band Irish Rovers attracting over 170 million viewers in the US and Canada for the production. The programme produced for the...
Red Box Media Attracts 170m US Viewers
Belfast-based Red Box Media has produced a live show and inserts for the band Irish Rovers attracting over 170 million viewers in the US and Canada for the production. The programme produced for the...
Recruitment News, Nov 9, 2011
Employment Prospects In Multinationals Strong
Almost half (48%) of multinationals in Ireland are expecting to grow employment numbers in the next 12 months, while only 13% of firms surveyed expect to decrease employment numbers. This is a sign...
Employment Prospects In Multinationals Strong
Almost half (48%) of multinationals in Ireland are expecting to grow employment numbers in the next 12 months, while only 13% of firms surveyed expect to decrease employment numbers. This is a sign...
Northern Ireland News, Nov 9, 2011
Statutory Emission Targets 'Needed For NI'
The Stormont Environment Minister Alex Attwood has argued that Northern Ireland should have statutory emission reduction targets. He said that, at present there are no specific targets for emissions...
Statutory Emission Targets 'Needed For NI'
The Stormont Environment Minister Alex Attwood has argued that Northern Ireland should have statutory emission reduction targets. He said that, at present there are no specific targets for emissions...
Northern Ireland News, Nov 9, 2011
Other NI News In Brief
Sapper Killer 'Remorseless' A wounded ex-soldier who survived the Real IRA gun attack at Massereene barracks in Antrim in 2009 has given evidence about the fatal shooting. Mark Fitzpatrick - w...
Other NI News In Brief
Sapper Killer 'Remorseless' A wounded ex-soldier who survived the Real IRA gun attack at Massereene barracks in Antrim in 2009 has given evidence about the fatal shooting. Mark Fitzpatrick - w...
Northern Ireland News, Nov 8, 2011
NI Prison 'Escape Plan' Targets 600 Staff
The door has been opened for 'prison escapes' today with news that the Northern Ireland Prison Service (NIPS) has published the details of its Voluntary Staff Exit Scheme. In a scheme similar to the ...
NI Prison 'Escape Plan' Targets 600 Staff
The door has been opened for 'prison escapes' today with news that the Northern Ireland Prison Service (NIPS) has published the details of its Voluntary Staff Exit Scheme. In a scheme similar to the ...
Business News, Nov 8, 2011
Tániaste Announces Russian Trade Agreement
The Irish Deputy Prime Minister, the Tánaiste, has announced he wrapped up his official visit to Russia on Tuesday with the signing of an agreement for trade and economic cooperation between Ireland a...
Tániaste Announces Russian Trade Agreement
The Irish Deputy Prime Minister, the Tánaiste, has announced he wrapped up his official visit to Russia on Tuesday with the signing of an agreement for trade and economic cooperation between Ireland a...
Northern Ireland News, Nov 8, 2011
Minister Facing Farm Subsidy Questions
There's a major cash injection on the way for one of NI's pivotal Executive departments. Taxpayers will foot a £100m bailout to the Department of Agriculture & Regional Development (DARD) because of ...
Minister Facing Farm Subsidy Questions
There's a major cash injection on the way for one of NI's pivotal Executive departments. Taxpayers will foot a £100m bailout to the Department of Agriculture & Regional Development (DARD) because of ...
UK National News, Nov 8, 2011
Other News In Brief
Burlusconi Urged To Step Down</b Italian Prime Minister Silvio Berlusconi is under further pressure after his main coaltion partner has urged him to step aside ahead of a crucial budget vote. Umbe...
Other News In Brief
Burlusconi Urged To Step Down</b Italian Prime Minister Silvio Berlusconi is under further pressure after his main coaltion partner has urged him to step aside ahead of a crucial budget vote. Umbe...
UK National News, Nov 8, 2011
Met Police Advise 'Plastic Bullets Available'
The Metropolitan Police has issued a statement saying they have access to "baton rounds", just as a major protest on student fees looms. Over 10,000 students are expected to march over the implement...
Met Police Advise 'Plastic Bullets Available'
The Metropolitan Police has issued a statement saying they have access to "baton rounds", just as a major protest on student fees looms. Over 10,000 students are expected to march over the implement...
Northern Ireland News, Nov 8, 2011
Rate Of NI House Price Fall Slows
House prices are still falling in Northern Ireland according to the latest RICS (Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors) and Ulster Bank Housing Market Survey. But the rate of price decline has ease...
Rate Of NI House Price Fall Slows
House prices are still falling in Northern Ireland according to the latest RICS (Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors) and Ulster Bank Housing Market Survey. But the rate of price decline has ease...
UK National News, Nov 8, 2011
Roads Minister Urges Drives To 'Take Time'
The Highways Agency, which is responsible for England’s motorways and other strategic roads, is urging road users to make time for winter and prepare for severe weather. The agency said it had a flee...
Roads Minister Urges Drives To 'Take Time'
The Highways Agency, which is responsible for England’s motorways and other strategic roads, is urging road users to make time for winter and prepare for severe weather. The agency said it had a flee...
Northern Ireland News, Nov 8, 2011
SDLP Boss Slams Lack Of Political Progress
The SDLP's new leader, Dr. Alasdair McDonnell has again slammed a lack of political progress at the Stormont Executive. In his address to 50 former members of the Irish Parliament and Senate in Stor...
SDLP Boss Slams Lack Of Political Progress
The SDLP's new leader, Dr. Alasdair McDonnell has again slammed a lack of political progress at the Stormont Executive. In his address to 50 former members of the Irish Parliament and Senate in Stor...
UK National News, Nov 8, 2011
May Faces Committee Over Border Relaxation
The Home Secretary is to face a committee of MPs on Tuesday, to discuss the revelations she advised a relaxation of border controls during the Olympics. On Monday, Theresa May admitted she had autho...
May Faces Committee Over Border Relaxation
The Home Secretary is to face a committee of MPs on Tuesday, to discuss the revelations she advised a relaxation of border controls during the Olympics. On Monday, Theresa May admitted she had autho...
Recruitment News, Nov 8, 2011
Carrick Credit Card Jobs To Go
There are to be 100 redundancies at the MBNA credit card facility in Carrick-on-Shannon, Co Leitrim. A buyer is still being sought for the site after the bank's announcement earlier this year that it...
Carrick Credit Card Jobs To Go
There are to be 100 redundancies at the MBNA credit card facility in Carrick-on-Shannon, Co Leitrim. A buyer is still being sought for the site after the bank's announcement earlier this year that it...
UK National News, Nov 8, 2011
Frasier Death 'Sad Day For Boxing' - Lewis
Britain's former heavyweight champion of the world Lennox Lewis has described his sadness over the death of boxing legend Joe Frasier. It was announced on Monday night that the former heavyweight box...
Frasier Death 'Sad Day For Boxing' - Lewis
Britain's former heavyweight champion of the world Lennox Lewis has described his sadness over the death of boxing legend Joe Frasier. It was announced on Monday night that the former heavyweight box...
Business News, Nov 8, 2011
Key Trends In NI Economy Revealed
The state of the NI economy has been in focus this week with the Stormont Enterprise Minister Arlene Foster launching the latest edition of her Department's 'DETI Economic Commentary', which assesses ...
Key Trends In NI Economy Revealed
The state of the NI economy has been in focus this week with the Stormont Enterprise Minister Arlene Foster launching the latest edition of her Department's 'DETI Economic Commentary', which assesses ...
UK National News, Nov 8, 2011
High Speed Rail Network Gets Backing
A government committee has announced that a high-speed rail link between London and Birmingham has a "good case". The announcement comes after the Government carried out a public consultation on the...
High Speed Rail Network Gets Backing
A government committee has announced that a high-speed rail link between London and Birmingham has a "good case". The announcement comes after the Government carried out a public consultation on the...
Northern Ireland News, Nov 8, 2011
Education & Skills Body For Stormont Debate
The proposed Education and Skills Authority, (ESA) will be in focus at the Stormont Assembly today as the Alliance Education Spokesperson Trevor Lunn proposes a motion on the issue. He will be callin...
Education & Skills Body For Stormont Debate
The proposed Education and Skills Authority, (ESA) will be in focus at the Stormont Assembly today as the Alliance Education Spokesperson Trevor Lunn proposes a motion on the issue. He will be callin...
UK National News, Nov 8, 2011
Climate Minister Accused Of 'Hypocrisy'
Labour MP has written to the Climate Minister accusing him of "hypocracy" over the energy bills and the slashing of 'Feed-In Tarrifs'. Caroline Flint MP, Labour's Shadow Energy Secretary said on Tue...
Climate Minister Accused Of 'Hypocrisy'
Labour MP has written to the Climate Minister accusing him of "hypocracy" over the energy bills and the slashing of 'Feed-In Tarrifs'. Caroline Flint MP, Labour's Shadow Energy Secretary said on Tue...
Northern Ireland News, Nov 8, 2011
Key Trends In NI Economy Revealed
The state of the NI economy has been in focus this week with the Stormont Enterprise Minister Arlene Foster launching the latest edition of her Department's 'DETI Economic Commentary', which assesses ...
Key Trends In NI Economy Revealed
The state of the NI economy has been in focus this week with the Stormont Enterprise Minister Arlene Foster launching the latest edition of her Department's 'DETI Economic Commentary', which assesses ...
UK National News, Nov 8, 2011
Marks And Spencer Announce Profit Fall
The food and clothing retailer Marks and Spencer has reported a fall in profits and sales, blaming the "challenging economic environment". Although the shop made a pre-tax profit of £320.5m in the si...
Marks And Spencer Announce Profit Fall
The food and clothing retailer Marks and Spencer has reported a fall in profits and sales, blaming the "challenging economic environment". Although the shop made a pre-tax profit of £320.5m in the si...
Northern Ireland News, Nov 8, 2011
Northern Bank Insures Success With Hughes
A new financial 'package' has been announced with news of a partnership that designed to encourage businesses and consumers across the province to ensure that their assets are well protected. Annou...
Northern Bank Insures Success With Hughes
A new financial 'package' has been announced with news of a partnership that designed to encourage businesses and consumers across the province to ensure that their assets are well protected. Annou...
Northern Ireland News, Nov 8, 2011
Five In Court Over 'Sham' Marriage
Five people are due to stand trial in Banbridge, Co Down, for their part in an alleged 'sham' marriage. Latvian bride, 18-year-old Innes Millere and the Pakistani groom, 27-year-old Ansar Mahmood ,we...
Five In Court Over 'Sham' Marriage
Five people are due to stand trial in Banbridge, Co Down, for their part in an alleged 'sham' marriage. Latvian bride, 18-year-old Innes Millere and the Pakistani groom, 27-year-old Ansar Mahmood ,we...
Northern Ireland News, Nov 8, 2011
NI Firm Launches Android Networking App
A local start-up business based at the Northern Ireland Science Park, Shhmooze, has announced the launch of its award-winning professional networking app for Android devices. The app aims to bring n...
NI Firm Launches Android Networking App
A local start-up business based at the Northern Ireland Science Park, Shhmooze, has announced the launch of its award-winning professional networking app for Android devices. The app aims to bring n...
UK National News, Nov 8, 2011
Lloyds Makes £3.9bn Loss After PPI
Lloyds Bank has announced a £3.9bn loss for the first nine months of 2011, blaming payment protection insurance (PPI) claims for the shortfall. Lloyds said that during the nine months it spent £3.2b...
Lloyds Makes £3.9bn Loss After PPI
Lloyds Bank has announced a £3.9bn loss for the first nine months of 2011, blaming payment protection insurance (PPI) claims for the shortfall. Lloyds said that during the nine months it spent £3.2b...
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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.