Northern Ireland News for April 2014 : Page 7
UK National News, Apr 14, 2014
Transport Committee Tell UK Airports To Be Better Prepared
Far better contingency planning and preparedness must be put in place by UK airports, a report on the disruption at Gatwick Airport on Christmas Eve has said. The Transport Committee has said that th...
Transport Committee Tell UK Airports To Be Better Prepared
Far better contingency planning and preparedness must be put in place by UK airports, a report on the disruption at Gatwick Airport on Christmas Eve has said. The Transport Committee has said that th...
Northern Ireland News, Apr 14, 2014
Man Arrested Over PSNI Mortar Attack
Police have arrested a man in connection with a mortar bomb attack on a PSNI vehicle in west Belfast last month. Officers were attacked in the Falls Road area near Belfast City Cemetery on Friday 14 ...
Man Arrested Over PSNI Mortar Attack
Police have arrested a man in connection with a mortar bomb attack on a PSNI vehicle in west Belfast last month. Officers were attacked in the Falls Road area near Belfast City Cemetery on Friday 14 ...
Northern Ireland News, Apr 14, 2014
NI Private Sector Expands
Private sector business in Northern Ireland during March expanded at a faster rate than the overall UK average, according to a new report from Ulster Bank released today. Continued growth of business...
NI Private Sector Expands
Private sector business in Northern Ireland during March expanded at a faster rate than the overall UK average, according to a new report from Ulster Bank released today. Continued growth of business...
UK National News, Apr 14, 2014
Report Says Zero-Hours Contracts 'Should Not Be Used'
An interim report has said that "in the majority of cases" zero-hours contracts should not be used at all. In the report, published today, the Scottish Affairs Committee has described the increase in...
Report Says Zero-Hours Contracts 'Should Not Be Used'
An interim report has said that "in the majority of cases" zero-hours contracts should not be used at all. In the report, published today, the Scottish Affairs Committee has described the increase in...
UK National News, Apr 14, 2014
New 'Garden Cities' Announced
The deputy Prime Minister has announced a plan for three garden cities, each with more than 15,000 homes. The garden cities are to be built in an effort to ease what is described as a "chronic" housi...
New 'Garden Cities' Announced
The deputy Prime Minister has announced a plan for three garden cities, each with more than 15,000 homes. The garden cities are to be built in an effort to ease what is described as a "chronic" housi...
Northern Ireland News, Apr 14, 2014
Thirty Jobs For New Irish Channel
Thirty jobs are expected to be created in Northern Ireland through the launch of an Irish-language television channel next month. The jobs are part of 150 to be created across Ireland. Twelve roles a...
Thirty Jobs For New Irish Channel
Thirty jobs are expected to be created in Northern Ireland through the launch of an Irish-language television channel next month. The jobs are part of 150 to be created across Ireland. Twelve roles a...
UK National News, Apr 14, 2014
7m To Benefit From GP Scheme PM Claims
Prime Minister David Cameron has announced new opening hours for GP surgeries in England, which he claims will benefit more than seven million people. It follows the £50m GP Access Fund established i...
7m To Benefit From GP Scheme PM Claims
Prime Minister David Cameron has announced new opening hours for GP surgeries in England, which he claims will benefit more than seven million people. It follows the £50m GP Access Fund established i...
Northern Ireland News, Apr 14, 2014
4,000 Take Part In Irish Language Rally
Up to 4,000 people are thought to have taken part in a rally and march at the weekend to demand the promotion and protection of the Irish language in Northern Ireland. On Saturday afternoon, campaign...
4,000 Take Part In Irish Language Rally
Up to 4,000 people are thought to have taken part in a rally and march at the weekend to demand the promotion and protection of the Irish language in Northern Ireland. On Saturday afternoon, campaign...
Recruitment News, Apr 14, 2014
NI Private Sector Has Fastest Rate Of Employment Growth
Alliance Finance spokesperson, Judith Cochrane MLA, has welcomed the news that the Northern Ireland private sector had the fastest rate of employment growth among UK regions in March. Judith Cochrane...
NI Private Sector Has Fastest Rate Of Employment Growth
Alliance Finance spokesperson, Judith Cochrane MLA, has welcomed the news that the Northern Ireland private sector had the fastest rate of employment growth among UK regions in March. Judith Cochrane...
Recruitment News, Apr 14, 2014
Irish TV Announces Investment And Expansion
Co Mayo-based Irish TV has announced a €15m expansion plan. The move will also create 150 new jobs. The satellite television station currently offers programming online along with a weekly satellite...
Irish TV Announces Investment And Expansion
Co Mayo-based Irish TV has announced a €15m expansion plan. The move will also create 150 new jobs. The satellite television station currently offers programming online along with a weekly satellite...
UK National News, Apr 14, 2014
Man Dies After Completing London Marathon
A 42-year-old man has collapsed and died after completing the London Marathon. According to the organisers, the man received immediate medical attention when he completed Sunday's marathon. He is th...
Man Dies After Completing London Marathon
A 42-year-old man has collapsed and died after completing the London Marathon. According to the organisers, the man received immediate medical attention when he completed Sunday's marathon. He is th...
Northern Ireland News, Apr 14, 2014
Police Appeal Over Carrickfergus Disorder
The PSNI has launched an appeal for information following disorder in the Carrickfergus area on the evening of Thursday 10 April. The disorder followed searches and an arrest made by police earlier i...
Police Appeal Over Carrickfergus Disorder
The PSNI has launched an appeal for information following disorder in the Carrickfergus area on the evening of Thursday 10 April. The disorder followed searches and an arrest made by police earlier i...
Northern Ireland News, Apr 14, 2014
New Parental Leave Plans Launched
Plans have been announced to introduce new rights that will enable leave and pay entitlement to be shared between couples following the birth or adoption of a child. Employment and Learning Minister ...
New Parental Leave Plans Launched
Plans have been announced to introduce new rights that will enable leave and pay entitlement to be shared between couples following the birth or adoption of a child. Employment and Learning Minister ...
Northern Ireland News, Apr 14, 2014
Public Transport Advised During Giro d'Italia
The public is being encouraged to use public transport for the duration of this year's Giro d'Italia race. The race will come to Northern Ireland on 9 May and is expected to attract thousands of spec...
Public Transport Advised During Giro d'Italia
The public is being encouraged to use public transport for the duration of this year's Giro d'Italia race. The race will come to Northern Ireland on 9 May and is expected to attract thousands of spec...
Business News, Apr 14, 2014
Local Firm Celebrates Successful First Year
Enterprise, Trade and Investment Minister Arlene Foster and Finance Minister Simon Hamilton have congratulated local company Just Live a Little Ltd on a successful first year in business. The company...
Local Firm Celebrates Successful First Year
Enterprise, Trade and Investment Minister Arlene Foster and Finance Minister Simon Hamilton have congratulated local company Just Live a Little Ltd on a successful first year in business. The company...
Northern Ireland News, Apr 14, 2014
Other News In Brief
Man Arrested Over P.O. Robbery A man has been arrested in Belfast following a burglary at a Post Office in Portglenone, County Antrim. The 28-year-old was arrested following the burglary, whi...
Other News In Brief
Man Arrested Over P.O. Robbery A man has been arrested in Belfast following a burglary at a Post Office in Portglenone, County Antrim. The 28-year-old was arrested following the burglary, whi...
UK National News, Apr 14, 2014
Other News In Brief
18th Century Shipwreck Given Protected Status English Heritage has designated an 18th Century ship off the Northumberland coast a Scheduled Ancient Monument. A tidal surge exposed the remains...
Other News In Brief
18th Century Shipwreck Given Protected Status English Heritage has designated an 18th Century ship off the Northumberland coast a Scheduled Ancient Monument. A tidal surge exposed the remains...
Northern Ireland News, Apr 11, 2014
'High-Profile' Republican Remanded Over Omagh Bombing
A man has been remanded in custody over the 1998 Omagh bombing. 43-year-old Seamus Daly, described as a "high-profile" Republican is facing a total of 33 charges, including the murders of 29 people i...
'High-Profile' Republican Remanded Over Omagh Bombing
A man has been remanded in custody over the 1998 Omagh bombing. 43-year-old Seamus Daly, described as a "high-profile" Republican is facing a total of 33 charges, including the murders of 29 people i...
UK National News, Apr 11, 2014
Prostate Cancer Tests Not Accurate Enough
Prostate cancer in some men is being allowed to progress to a dangerous stage because tests are not accurate enough, according to the Cancer Research UK Cambridge Institute. The study, published in t...
Prostate Cancer Tests Not Accurate Enough
Prostate cancer in some men is being allowed to progress to a dangerous stage because tests are not accurate enough, according to the Cancer Research UK Cambridge Institute. The study, published in t...
Northern Ireland News, Apr 11, 2014
Warning Issued Over Bogus Sales Callers
Residents in the Banbridge area have been warned about bogus callers claiming to be from a department store. Trading Standards and the Police Service of Northern Ireland (PSNI) issued the warning fol...
Warning Issued Over Bogus Sales Callers
Residents in the Banbridge area have been warned about bogus callers claiming to be from a department store. Trading Standards and the Police Service of Northern Ireland (PSNI) issued the warning fol...
Northern Ireland News, Apr 11, 2014
Refurbishment Work Completed At Conway Youth Centre
Refurbishment work has been completed at the Conway Youth Centre in the Greater Shankill area. Social Development Minister, Nelson McCausland has visited the new centre, where a total of £244,132 has...
Refurbishment Work Completed At Conway Youth Centre
Refurbishment work has been completed at the Conway Youth Centre in the Greater Shankill area. Social Development Minister, Nelson McCausland has visited the new centre, where a total of £244,132 has...
Business News, Apr 11, 2014
Ministers Praise Mash Direct On 10 Year Anniversary
Enterprise Minister Arlene Foster and Finance Minister Simon Hamilton have praised Comber company, Mash Direct, at an event marking the company's 10 year anniversary. Launched in 2004 as a farm diver...
Ministers Praise Mash Direct On 10 Year Anniversary
Enterprise Minister Arlene Foster and Finance Minister Simon Hamilton have praised Comber company, Mash Direct, at an event marking the company's 10 year anniversary. Launched in 2004 as a farm diver...
Northern Ireland News, Apr 11, 2014
Work To Begin On Shared Sports Facilities In North Belfast
Work is due to begin next work on the construction of new leisure and community facilities on the site of the former Girdwood Army barracks in north Belfast. The facilities are being built as part of...
Work To Begin On Shared Sports Facilities In North Belfast
Work is due to begin next work on the construction of new leisure and community facilities on the site of the former Girdwood Army barracks in north Belfast. The facilities are being built as part of...
UK National News, Apr 11, 2014
Sue Townsend Dies, Aged 68
Sue Townsend, best known for her series of Adrian Mole novels, has died at the age of 68. The writer passed away at her home on Thursday following a short illness, it is understood. Townsend had s...
Sue Townsend Dies, Aged 68
Sue Townsend, best known for her series of Adrian Mole novels, has died at the age of 68. The writer passed away at her home on Thursday following a short illness, it is understood. Townsend had s...
UK National News, Apr 11, 2014
'Wake Up Call' Following Airport Chaos
A new report by MPs has said that the "chaos" at Gatwick Airport last Christmas Eve should be a "wake-up call" for all airports. Last year, more than 11,000 passengers were affected by delays and ca...
'Wake Up Call' Following Airport Chaos
A new report by MPs has said that the "chaos" at Gatwick Airport last Christmas Eve should be a "wake-up call" for all airports. Last year, more than 11,000 passengers were affected by delays and ca...
UK National News, Apr 11, 2014
UK Most Wanted Fugitives In Cyprus
The National Crime Agency and Crimestoppers have launched a new search to find eleven of the UK's most-wanted fugitives reported to be in Cyprus, publishing a list of mugshots. Some of the criminals...
UK Most Wanted Fugitives In Cyprus
The National Crime Agency and Crimestoppers have launched a new search to find eleven of the UK's most-wanted fugitives reported to be in Cyprus, publishing a list of mugshots. Some of the criminals...
Northern Ireland News, Apr 11, 2014
Public Urged To Shape Planning Policy
The public has been urged to contribute their views to help shape the new planning policy framework. In February, Environment Minister Mark H Durkan launched a public consultation on the single Strat...
Public Urged To Shape Planning Policy
The public has been urged to contribute their views to help shape the new planning policy framework. In February, Environment Minister Mark H Durkan launched a public consultation on the single Strat...
Northern Ireland News, Apr 11, 2014
Work To Begin On Flood Alleviation Scheme
Agriculture and Rural Development Minister, Michelle O’Neill, has announced the award of a contract for a £1.35m flood alleviation scheme at Beragh, Co Tyrone. Construction work, which will start sho...
Work To Begin On Flood Alleviation Scheme
Agriculture and Rural Development Minister, Michelle O’Neill, has announced the award of a contract for a £1.35m flood alleviation scheme at Beragh, Co Tyrone. Construction work, which will start sho...
UK National News, Apr 11, 2014
Police Will Return Victim Photos To Paedophile
A laptop and mobile phone containing photos of one of a convicted paedophile's victime, is to be returned to the man upon releases, as Dorset Police officers have said it would be illegal to delete t...
Police Will Return Victim Photos To Paedophile
A laptop and mobile phone containing photos of one of a convicted paedophile's victime, is to be returned to the man upon releases, as Dorset Police officers have said it would be illegal to delete t...
Northern Ireland News, Apr 11, 2014
Lenadoon Building Successful Communities Forum Launched
Social Development Minister Nelson McCausland has launched the Lenadoon Building Successful Communities Forum. Building Successful Communities aims to use housing intervention as one of the main cat...
Lenadoon Building Successful Communities Forum Launched
Social Development Minister Nelson McCausland has launched the Lenadoon Building Successful Communities Forum. Building Successful Communities aims to use housing intervention as one of the main cat...
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Northern Ireland WeatherToday:A sunny but frosty start for many. However cloud increases by midday with a few showers reaching the north coast, these mostly light but spreading inland this afternoon. Chilly. Maximum temperature 8 °C.Tonight:A rather cloudy evening with scattered showers. Becoming drier through the night with some good clear spells developing and a patchy frost away from coasts. Minimum temperature 0 °C.
