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Northern Ireland News for January 2012 : Page 13
Business News, Jan 10, 2012
City Hall Troops Out For 'Youth Oscars'
Oscar fever is building in the run-up to Hollywood's biggest night of the year but it's a red carpet event of a different kind that will be grabbing the limelight come March. Belfast City Council has...
City Hall Troops Out For 'Youth Oscars'
Oscar fever is building in the run-up to Hollywood's biggest night of the year but it's a red carpet event of a different kind that will be grabbing the limelight come March. Belfast City Council has...
Northern Ireland News, Jan 9, 2012
Police 'Stumped' Over Missing Cyclist
It is a week on since the disappearance of a County Antrim Cyclist and his whereabouts still remain a mystery. Police have revisited the route taken by the missing Samuel Campbell who set out on New ...
Police 'Stumped' Over Missing Cyclist
It is a week on since the disappearance of a County Antrim Cyclist and his whereabouts still remain a mystery. Police have revisited the route taken by the missing Samuel Campbell who set out on New ...
Northern Ireland News, Jan 9, 2012
US Court To Rule On Boston College Interviews
A United States Court will be asked later today to rule that interviews with former terrorists should not be handed over to the PSNI. Last year Northern Ireland authorities started a legal bid to gai...
US Court To Rule On Boston College Interviews
A United States Court will be asked later today to rule that interviews with former terrorists should not be handed over to the PSNI. Last year Northern Ireland authorities started a legal bid to gai...
Northern Ireland News, Jan 9, 2012
Ballymena Pensioner Rapist Given Life Term
A Ballymena man has been given a life sentence after being found guilty of raping a 75-year-old woman in August 2010. Twenty-six year old Barry Johnston attacked the pensioner only three days after b...
Ballymena Pensioner Rapist Given Life Term
A Ballymena man has been given a life sentence after being found guilty of raping a 75-year-old woman in August 2010. Twenty-six year old Barry Johnston attacked the pensioner only three days after b...
Northern Ireland News, Jan 9, 2012
Girl Treated After West Belfast Petrol Bomb Attack
A seven-year-old girl has had to be treated for smoke inhalation after a petrol bomb was left on a doorstep of a house in Belfast. The device was left at the door of a house located in Colinvale in P...
Girl Treated After West Belfast Petrol Bomb Attack
A seven-year-old girl has had to be treated for smoke inhalation after a petrol bomb was left on a doorstep of a house in Belfast. The device was left at the door of a house located in Colinvale in P...
Northern Ireland News, Jan 9, 2012
Irish Stargazers To Witness Northern Lights
Stargazers have said that the world famous Northern Lights are expected to be visible over Irish skies in the coming weeks. The Phenomena has not been seen over Irish skies for nearly a decade. Also...
Irish Stargazers To Witness Northern Lights
Stargazers have said that the world famous Northern Lights are expected to be visible over Irish skies in the coming weeks. The Phenomena has not been seen over Irish skies for nearly a decade. Also...
Northern Ireland News, Jan 9, 2012
Car Sales Drop Most In NI
According to recent figures the UK new car market has done better than predicted in 2011 but it is still in decline with Northern Ireland sales showing the biggest drop. A regional breakdown of new c...
Car Sales Drop Most In NI
According to recent figures the UK new car market has done better than predicted in 2011 but it is still in decline with Northern Ireland sales showing the biggest drop. A regional breakdown of new c...
Northern Ireland News, Jan 9, 2012
New Planning Complaints Procedure Launched
A new streamlined planning complaints procedure was launched today by Environment Minister Alex Attwood. The procedure, designed to make the process of complaining easier and more user friendly, is n...
New Planning Complaints Procedure Launched
A new streamlined planning complaints procedure was launched today by Environment Minister Alex Attwood. The procedure, designed to make the process of complaining easier and more user friendly, is n...
Northern Ireland News, Jan 9, 2012
NI To Drop Out Of Carling Nations Cup
The Northern Ireland football team has announced plans that might see them drop out of the Carling Nations Cup, leaving doubts over the competition’s future. Alarmingly low attendances at the first s...
NI To Drop Out Of Carling Nations Cup
The Northern Ireland football team has announced plans that might see them drop out of the Carling Nations Cup, leaving doubts over the competition’s future. Alarmingly low attendances at the first s...
UK National News, Jan 9, 2012
18 Years For Robber Who Dressed As Fireman
One of a group of armed robbers who posed as fire-fighters to hold up premises across north and east London has been jailed for 18 years. According to the Metropolitan Police (Met) on Monday, Darren ...
18 Years For Robber Who Dressed As Fireman
One of a group of armed robbers who posed as fire-fighters to hold up premises across north and east London has been jailed for 18 years. According to the Metropolitan Police (Met) on Monday, Darren ...
Northern Ireland News, Jan 9, 2012
Co Antrim Woman Wins Bank Job
A County Antrim woman won £150K at the weekend after competing in Channel 4 show The Bank Job. Oonagh McMullan pocketed £150,000 on the finale of the live show, as did two other contestants. The sho...
Co Antrim Woman Wins Bank Job
A County Antrim woman won £150K at the weekend after competing in Channel 4 show The Bank Job. Oonagh McMullan pocketed £150,000 on the finale of the live show, as did two other contestants. The sho...
UK National News, Jan 9, 2012
Birmingham Nosh Earns Top Tourist Accolade
England's 'second city' has been touted as one of the top tourist targets for 2012, according to the New York Times on Monday. During the paper's report into Places To Go In 2012, Birmingham was rec...
Birmingham Nosh Earns Top Tourist Accolade
England's 'second city' has been touted as one of the top tourist targets for 2012, according to the New York Times on Monday. During the paper's report into Places To Go In 2012, Birmingham was rec...
Northern Ireland News, Jan 9, 2012
Other News In Brief
Two Deny Murder In Constable Carroll Killing Two men on trial, charged with the murder of Police Constable Stephen Carroll in Craigavon three years ago have denied charges put to them. Former...
Other News In Brief
Two Deny Murder In Constable Carroll Killing Two men on trial, charged with the murder of Police Constable Stephen Carroll in Craigavon three years ago have denied charges put to them. Former...
UK National News, Jan 9, 2012
50p Top Tax Rate To Go
The 50p tax rate on the rich is expected to go after comments from the Prime Minister that he was still committed to abolishing it. David Cameron said the government is still committed to removing t...
50p Top Tax Rate To Go
The 50p tax rate on the rich is expected to go after comments from the Prime Minister that he was still committed to abolishing it. David Cameron said the government is still committed to removing t...
UK National News, Jan 9, 2012
Man Charged With Murder Of Homeless Man
A man has been charged with the murder of a homeless man who died after an attack at a bus stop in the West-Midlands last month. The 35-year-old from Smethwick was charged and remanded in custody on ...
Man Charged With Murder Of Homeless Man
A man has been charged with the murder of a homeless man who died after an attack at a bus stop in the West-Midlands last month. The 35-year-old from Smethwick was charged and remanded in custody on ...
UK National News, Jan 9, 2012
SNP Slam Cameron's Independence Offer
The Deputy First Minister in Scotland has hit out at David Cameron over his offer for a referendum on independence, with the proviso it takes place within 18-months. Responding to the Prime Minister...
SNP Slam Cameron's Independence Offer
The Deputy First Minister in Scotland has hit out at David Cameron over his offer for a referendum on independence, with the proviso it takes place within 18-months. Responding to the Prime Minister...
UK National News, Jan 9, 2012
Rolls Royce Announce Record Sales
In stark contrast to the ongoing deep recession, Luxury car manufacturer Rolls-Royce have revealed record sales results for this year, the best in their 107-year history. According to the manufactur...
Rolls Royce Announce Record Sales
In stark contrast to the ongoing deep recession, Luxury car manufacturer Rolls-Royce have revealed record sales results for this year, the best in their 107-year history. According to the manufactur...
Recruitment News, Jan 9, 2012
Search For 2012 Apprentice Of The Year Launched
The Employment and Learning Minister, Dr Stephen Farry, has launched the 2012 Apprentice of the Year awards. The competition, now in its eleventh year aims to recognise the talent, excellence and de...
Search For 2012 Apprentice Of The Year Launched
The Employment and Learning Minister, Dr Stephen Farry, has launched the 2012 Apprentice of the Year awards. The competition, now in its eleventh year aims to recognise the talent, excellence and de...
Business News, Jan 9, 2012
Cabinet Meet At Olympic Park
The Conservative and Liberal Democrat Cabinet are to hold their first meeting of the year at the Olympic Park in London. The Prime Minister David Cameron announced on Monday morning that the first m...
Cabinet Meet At Olympic Park
The Conservative and Liberal Democrat Cabinet are to hold their first meeting of the year at the Olympic Park in London. The Prime Minister David Cameron announced on Monday morning that the first m...
UK National News, Jan 9, 2012
Worrall Thompson Cautioned For Shoplifting
Celebrity chef Antony Worrall Thompson has received a caution by police in connection with shoplifting. The 60-year-old was arrested by police at a Tesco store in Oxfordshire, on Friday. Mr Worrall ...
Worrall Thompson Cautioned For Shoplifting
Celebrity chef Antony Worrall Thompson has received a caution by police in connection with shoplifting. The 60-year-old was arrested by police at a Tesco store in Oxfordshire, on Friday. Mr Worrall ...
UK National News, Jan 9, 2012
Drinking Report Finds Recommendations Need Changed
A parliamentary committee has found that the current advice on drinking alcohol needs to be changed. The report from the Science and Technology Committee into the UK's alcohol guidelines said the cu...
Drinking Report Finds Recommendations Need Changed
A parliamentary committee has found that the current advice on drinking alcohol needs to be changed. The report from the Science and Technology Committee into the UK's alcohol guidelines said the cu...
UK National News, Jan 9, 2012
Other News In Brief
Appeal For Bus Passengers Witnesses Officers investigating a fatal collision in Newcastle on Saturday night are appealing for passengers on a bus that was in the area around the time of the co...
Other News In Brief
Appeal For Bus Passengers Witnesses Officers investigating a fatal collision in Newcastle on Saturday night are appealing for passengers on a bus that was in the area around the time of the co...
Northern Ireland News, Jan 6, 2012
Soldier Targeted In Car Bomb
A soldier is said to be very lucky to be alive after a bomb was left in the car he had been driving in North Belfast. The device was found under the driver’s seat of the vehicle, which was parked off...
Soldier Targeted In Car Bomb
A soldier is said to be very lucky to be alive after a bomb was left in the car he had been driving in North Belfast. The device was found under the driver’s seat of the vehicle, which was parked off...
Northern Ireland News, Jan 6, 2012
McDonnell Apologises Over Pay Comments
The leader of the SDLP party has been forced to apologise after his claim that MLAs should receive better pension provisions and small pay rises. Comments made during a newspaper interview, by Alasda...
McDonnell Apologises Over Pay Comments
The leader of the SDLP party has been forced to apologise after his claim that MLAs should receive better pension provisions and small pay rises. Comments made during a newspaper interview, by Alasda...
Northern Ireland News, Jan 6, 2012
Concerns For Toddler On Board Damaged Tanker
Concerns have been raised for a two-year-old girl onboard a damaged oil tanker anchored at Belfast Lough, waiting to have its cargo transferred to another vessel. The Genmar Companion has been anchor...
Concerns For Toddler On Board Damaged Tanker
Concerns have been raised for a two-year-old girl onboard a damaged oil tanker anchored at Belfast Lough, waiting to have its cargo transferred to another vessel. The Genmar Companion has been anchor...
Recruitment News, Jan 6, 2012
More Job Losses Feared As Sit-In Continues
It has been reported that further job losses at a foam manufacturer could emerge due to an on-going sit-in by former employees in Cork. Vita Cortex currently employs 28 people in Northern Ireland’s c...
More Job Losses Feared As Sit-In Continues
It has been reported that further job losses at a foam manufacturer could emerge due to an on-going sit-in by former employees in Cork. Vita Cortex currently employs 28 people in Northern Ireland’s c...
Northern Ireland News, Jan 6, 2012
Titanic Centre Staff To Have The 'T-Factor'
The operators of the soon-to-open Titanic complex in Belfast have put out a call for people with the 'T-factor' in order to gather a pool of eligible employees. The £90million complex is due to open ...
Titanic Centre Staff To Have The 'T-Factor'
The operators of the soon-to-open Titanic complex in Belfast have put out a call for people with the 'T-factor' in order to gather a pool of eligible employees. The £90million complex is due to open ...
Northern Ireland News, Jan 6, 2012
More Job Losses Feared As Sit-In Continues
It has been reported that further job losses at a foam manufacturer could emerge due to an on-going sit-in by former employees in Cork. Vita Cortex currently employs 28 people in Northern Ireland’s c...
More Job Losses Feared As Sit-In Continues
It has been reported that further job losses at a foam manufacturer could emerge due to an on-going sit-in by former employees in Cork. Vita Cortex currently employs 28 people in Northern Ireland’s c...
UK National News, Jan 6, 2012
Family Of Student Visit Murder Spot
The parents of student Anuj Bidve, who was shot dead on Boxing day, have visited the scene of his murder today. He was shot in the head as he walked with friends along Ordsall Lane in Salford. His p...
Family Of Student Visit Murder Spot
The parents of student Anuj Bidve, who was shot dead on Boxing day, have visited the scene of his murder today. He was shot in the head as he walked with friends along Ordsall Lane in Salford. His p...
UK National News, Jan 6, 2012
Woman Arrested In Phone Hacking Operation
A 47-year-old woman, understood to be the PA of ex-News International chief executive Rebekah Brooks, has been arrested in Essex investigating the phone hacking scandal. Scotland Yard confirmed the w...
Woman Arrested In Phone Hacking Operation
A 47-year-old woman, understood to be the PA of ex-News International chief executive Rebekah Brooks, has been arrested in Essex investigating the phone hacking scandal. Scotland Yard confirmed the w...
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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.
