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Northern Ireland News for November 2011 : Page 9
Northern Ireland News, Nov 16, 2011
MPs Plead For No Increase At Petrol Pumps
The Westminster Government should scrap a planned increase in fuel duty, a Conservative MP has said - with support from local politicians as well. Yesterday, Robert Halfon said they must show it is o...
MPs Plead For No Increase At Petrol Pumps
The Westminster Government should scrap a planned increase in fuel duty, a Conservative MP has said - with support from local politicians as well. Yesterday, Robert Halfon said they must show it is o...
UK National News, Nov 16, 2011
Doctors Call For Ban On Smoking In Cars
The British Medical Association is calling for a total ban on smoking in cars, saying there is "compelling" medical evidence and asking the Government to take a "bold" and "courageous" step. The cal...
Doctors Call For Ban On Smoking In Cars
The British Medical Association is calling for a total ban on smoking in cars, saying there is "compelling" medical evidence and asking the Government to take a "bold" and "courageous" step. The cal...
UK National News, Nov 16, 2011
New Training Standards For Healthcare Workers
Measures to standardise the training of healthcare assistants have been unveiled by the Health Secretaryon Wednesday. Speaking at the NHS Employers conference in Liverpool, Andrew Lansley set out pla...
New Training Standards For Healthcare Workers
Measures to standardise the training of healthcare assistants have been unveiled by the Health Secretaryon Wednesday. Speaking at the NHS Employers conference in Liverpool, Andrew Lansley set out pla...
UK National News, Nov 16, 2011
Partners Hide Nest Eggs From Each Other
A survey published on Wednesday has found that UK couples are hiding £4.6 billion from their partners. The research from Prudential found there were 4.5 million secret savers with a hidden pot of sav...
Partners Hide Nest Eggs From Each Other
A survey published on Wednesday has found that UK couples are hiding £4.6 billion from their partners. The research from Prudential found there were 4.5 million secret savers with a hidden pot of sav...
UK National News, Nov 16, 2011
Other News In Brief
UK Soldier Killed By Afghan Bomb A soldier from 2nd Battalion The Rifles has died from an explosion in southern Afghanistan, the Ministry of Defence has revealed. The death brings the number o...
Other News In Brief
UK Soldier Killed By Afghan Bomb A soldier from 2nd Battalion The Rifles has died from an explosion in southern Afghanistan, the Ministry of Defence has revealed. The death brings the number o...
Northern Ireland News, Nov 16, 2011
Cheesy Smiles All Round At Fivemiletown
A major international discount supermarket chain has underlined its faith in a local NI supplier with news of a Lidl premium contract for Fivemiletown cheese. Fivemiletown Creamery has been awarded a...
Cheesy Smiles All Round At Fivemiletown
A major international discount supermarket chain has underlined its faith in a local NI supplier with news of a Lidl premium contract for Fivemiletown cheese. Fivemiletown Creamery has been awarded a...
Northern Ireland News, Nov 16, 2011
Local Politicians 'Stop The Spread'
A cross-party group of more than 20 MLAs from right across Northern Ireland have lost almost eight stone in an eight-week programme to slim down and improve their lifestyles. This is the start of a l...
Local Politicians 'Stop The Spread'
A cross-party group of more than 20 MLAs from right across Northern Ireland have lost almost eight stone in an eight-week programme to slim down and improve their lifestyles. This is the start of a l...
Northern Ireland News, Nov 16, 2011
Carrick Roads To Benefit From Investment
The NI Roads Service is on the right road with an investment totalling £1.7million for maintenance schemes in the Carrickfergus Borough Council area this year. Regional Development Minister Danny Ken...
Carrick Roads To Benefit From Investment
The NI Roads Service is on the right road with an investment totalling £1.7million for maintenance schemes in the Carrickfergus Borough Council area this year. Regional Development Minister Danny Ken...
Northern Ireland News, Nov 16, 2011
Fit-Out Firm Toasts KFC Partnership
Northern Ireland-based McCue Fit-Out has passed the 30 year milestone in a multimillion pound partnership with one of Europe's largest fast food franchises. The interior specialist's relationship wit...
Fit-Out Firm Toasts KFC Partnership
Northern Ireland-based McCue Fit-Out has passed the 30 year milestone in a multimillion pound partnership with one of Europe's largest fast food franchises. The interior specialist's relationship wit...
Business News, Nov 16, 2011
£1.7m Investment For Carrickfergus
Regional Development Minister Danny Kennedy has set out Roads Service’s progress on investment totalling £1.7million for maintenance schemes in the Carrickfergus Borough Council area this year. Speak...
£1.7m Investment For Carrickfergus
Regional Development Minister Danny Kennedy has set out Roads Service’s progress on investment totalling £1.7million for maintenance schemes in the Carrickfergus Borough Council area this year. Speak...
Northern Ireland News, Nov 16, 2011
Other NI News In Brief
Wreaths Destroyed The SDLP Foyle MLA Pat Ramsey has strongly condemned those responsible for the removing of wreaths from the Diamond War Memorial, which were later found burnt at Free Derry C...
Other NI News In Brief
Wreaths Destroyed The SDLP Foyle MLA Pat Ramsey has strongly condemned those responsible for the removing of wreaths from the Diamond War Memorial, which were later found burnt at Free Derry C...
Recruitment News, Nov 15, 2011
Irish Farmers Call For 'Expansion Friendly Budget'
The Irish Farmers Association (IFA) has called on farmers to prioritise their resources for "expansion" ahead of the 2012 budget. Speaking from the Teagasc National Dairy Conference in Cork, IFA Nat...
Irish Farmers Call For 'Expansion Friendly Budget'
The Irish Farmers Association (IFA) has called on farmers to prioritise their resources for "expansion" ahead of the 2012 budget. Speaking from the Teagasc National Dairy Conference in Cork, IFA Nat...
UK National News, Nov 15, 2011
Other News In Brief
Cocaine Use Peaks In Europe Cocaine use in Europe has peaked after its steady over the past decade, according to the European Union's drug agency. The UK is still at the top of the European le...
Other News In Brief
Cocaine Use Peaks In Europe Cocaine use in Europe has peaked after its steady over the past decade, according to the European Union's drug agency. The UK is still at the top of the European le...
Northern Ireland News, Nov 15, 2011
Robinson May Force Election Over Cap Badge
There's major row brewing over plans to drop the British Crown from the cap badge of the NI Prisons Service. Sinn Fein this afternoon has been tackling comments from the DUP Leader and Stormont First...
Robinson May Force Election Over Cap Badge
There's major row brewing over plans to drop the British Crown from the cap badge of the NI Prisons Service. Sinn Fein this afternoon has been tackling comments from the DUP Leader and Stormont First...
UK National News, Nov 15, 2011
Inflation At 5% But Expected To Drop 'Sharply'
This month's official inflation figures are still more than double the 'target rate' of 2%, although it is expected to drop "sharply", according to the Bank of England. The Consumer Prices Index (CP...
Inflation At 5% But Expected To Drop 'Sharply'
This month's official inflation figures are still more than double the 'target rate' of 2%, although it is expected to drop "sharply", according to the Bank of England. The Consumer Prices Index (CP...
UK National News, Nov 15, 2011
Jury Sworn In For Stephen Lawrence Murder Trial
The jury of eight men and four women attending the Stephen Lawerence murder trail have been sworn in. Two men stand accused of murdering the black teenager Stephen Lawrence 18 years ago, and face a ...
Jury Sworn In For Stephen Lawrence Murder Trial
The jury of eight men and four women attending the Stephen Lawerence murder trail have been sworn in. Two men stand accused of murdering the black teenager Stephen Lawrence 18 years ago, and face a ...
UK National News, Nov 15, 2011
May Day, As Teresa Reveals Rate Of Border Lax
The pilot scheme to reduce passport checks on some citizens of EU countries was used at 28 ports and airports as 10 million entered the country, according to a surprise announcement by the embattled H...
May Day, As Teresa Reveals Rate Of Border Lax
The pilot scheme to reduce passport checks on some citizens of EU countries was used at 28 ports and airports as 10 million entered the country, according to a surprise announcement by the embattled H...
Northern Ireland News, Nov 15, 2011
Fresh Ballymurphy Deaths' Probe Welcomed
A West Belfast MP has welcomed the decision by the UK Attorney General to order new inquests into the deaths of 11 people in Ballymurphy in August 1971. John Larkin has ordered the probe into how the...
Fresh Ballymurphy Deaths' Probe Welcomed
A West Belfast MP has welcomed the decision by the UK Attorney General to order new inquests into the deaths of 11 people in Ballymurphy in August 1971. John Larkin has ordered the probe into how the...
Northern Ireland News, Nov 15, 2011
Health 'Good', But NI People Are Fatter
The majority of people in NI regard themselves as being in good heath, even though a majority are now classed as being overweight. The Department of Health, Social Services and Public Safety (DHSSPS)...
Health 'Good', But NI People Are Fatter
The majority of people in NI regard themselves as being in good heath, even though a majority are now classed as being overweight. The Department of Health, Social Services and Public Safety (DHSSPS)...
UK National News, Nov 15, 2011
Change Brings Opportunities For 'We Sceptics' - PM
The Prime Minister has said the UK should take advantage of the difficulties in the Eurozone so it better serves Britain. Speaking at the Lord Mayor Banquet on Monday night, David Cameron said the p...
Change Brings Opportunities For 'We Sceptics' - PM
The Prime Minister has said the UK should take advantage of the difficulties in the Eurozone so it better serves Britain. Speaking at the Lord Mayor Banquet on Monday night, David Cameron said the p...
UK National News, Nov 15, 2011
Five Jailed For Cash Van Raids
A group of five, including three teenagers, have been jailed for over 30 years over a series of robberies on cash in transit vans in Central and Northwest London. The five males appeared at Isleworth...
Five Jailed For Cash Van Raids
A group of five, including three teenagers, have been jailed for over 30 years over a series of robberies on cash in transit vans in Central and Northwest London. The five males appeared at Isleworth...
UK National News, Nov 15, 2011
Business To Benefit From Express Patents
The Government has confirmed a new small claims service at the patent court to help small and medium sized businesses protect their copyright, patents, trade marks and designs. Currently small firms ...
Business To Benefit From Express Patents
The Government has confirmed a new small claims service at the patent court to help small and medium sized businesses protect their copyright, patents, trade marks and designs. Currently small firms ...
Northern Ireland News, Nov 15, 2011
Farmer Dies In Slurry Tank Accident
The dangers of working on the farm are again in focus today after a fresh tragedy has left a Co Londonderry farmer dead. The Ulster Unionist MLA Sandra Overend, has expressed her heartfelt sympathies...
Farmer Dies In Slurry Tank Accident
The dangers of working on the farm are again in focus today after a fresh tragedy has left a Co Londonderry farmer dead. The Ulster Unionist MLA Sandra Overend, has expressed her heartfelt sympathies...
UK National News, Nov 15, 2011
Future Universities Tailored For Business – Hayes
Universities will need to change to meet the needs of employers, under proposed "radical" changes by the Further Education Minister on Tuesday. Speaking at Tuesday's Association of Colleges Annual C...
Future Universities Tailored For Business – Hayes
Universities will need to change to meet the needs of employers, under proposed "radical" changes by the Further Education Minister on Tuesday. Speaking at Tuesday's Association of Colleges Annual C...
Northern Ireland News, Nov 15, 2011
Prison Service Badge To Lose 'Crown'
The NI Prison Service is again back in the news today after the Justice Minister, David Ford told the Stormont Assembly that the service would have to consider changes to emblems if it was serious abo...
Prison Service Badge To Lose 'Crown'
The NI Prison Service is again back in the news today after the Justice Minister, David Ford told the Stormont Assembly that the service would have to consider changes to emblems if it was serious abo...
UK National News, Nov 15, 2011
Ex-Arsenal Star Reunited With Watch
Former Arsenal footballer Lauren has been finally reunited with his vastly expensive watch at New Scotland Yard on Tuesday. The Rolex Daytona watch owned by Laureano 'Lauren' Bisan-Etame Mayer had h...
Ex-Arsenal Star Reunited With Watch
Former Arsenal footballer Lauren has been finally reunited with his vastly expensive watch at New Scotland Yard on Tuesday. The Rolex Daytona watch owned by Laureano 'Lauren' Bisan-Etame Mayer had h...
UK National News, Nov 15, 2011
Attorney General To Probe Belfast Army Shootings
The Attorney General has ordered new inquests into the deaths of 11 people in Belfast's notorious Ballymurphy estate in August 1971. John Larkin has ordered the probe into how the people died when pa...
Attorney General To Probe Belfast Army Shootings
The Attorney General has ordered new inquests into the deaths of 11 people in Belfast's notorious Ballymurphy estate in August 1971. John Larkin has ordered the probe into how the people died when pa...
Business News, Nov 15, 2011
McCue Fit-Out And Herbel Restaurants Toast 30 Year Partnership
Northern Ireland-based McCue Fit-Out has passed the 30 year milestone in a multimillion pound partnership with one of Europe’s largest fast food franchises. The interior specialist’s relationship wit...
McCue Fit-Out And Herbel Restaurants Toast 30 Year Partnership
Northern Ireland-based McCue Fit-Out has passed the 30 year milestone in a multimillion pound partnership with one of Europe’s largest fast food franchises. The interior specialist’s relationship wit...
Northern Ireland News, Nov 15, 2011
NI Firm Signs Global 'Mobile Software' Deal
A Portstewart-based company that won the Northern Ireland 'Best Emerging Company' category in the 2010 InterTrade Ireland business competition, has signed a major partnership agreement with Nasdaq-lis...
NI Firm Signs Global 'Mobile Software' Deal
A Portstewart-based company that won the Northern Ireland 'Best Emerging Company' category in the 2010 InterTrade Ireland business competition, has signed a major partnership agreement with Nasdaq-lis...
Northern Ireland News, Nov 15, 2011
Cancer Charity Backs Smoke-free Cars Move
This week's push by the Ulster Unionist party for action on smoking in cars that are carrying children has prompted the Ulster Cancer Foundation (UCF) to welcome a resulting consultation on the issue,...
Cancer Charity Backs Smoke-free Cars Move
This week's push by the Ulster Unionist party for action on smoking in cars that are carrying children has prompted the Ulster Cancer Foundation (UCF) to welcome a resulting consultation on the issue,...
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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.
