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Northern Ireland News for July 2014 : Page 8
Northern Ireland News, Jul 16, 2014
20% Of NI's Children Are Overweight
One in five children in Northern Ireland are overweight or obese before they start primary school, according to new figures released by the Royal College of Paediatrics and Child Health (RCPCH). The ...
20% Of NI's Children Are Overweight
One in five children in Northern Ireland are overweight or obese before they start primary school, according to new figures released by the Royal College of Paediatrics and Child Health (RCPCH). The ...
UK National News, Jul 16, 2014
D&V Bug Outbreak At Athletes Village
A sickness bug, causing diarrhoea and vomiting, has struck the Athletes Village in Glasgow, just one week ahead of the Commonwealth Games. According to reports a "small number" of cases have been rec...
D&V Bug Outbreak At Athletes Village
A sickness bug, causing diarrhoea and vomiting, has struck the Athletes Village in Glasgow, just one week ahead of the Commonwealth Games. According to reports a "small number" of cases have been rec...
UK National News, Jul 16, 2014
Other News In Brief
Researchers Claim Pre-Diabetes Label 'Unhelpful And Unnecessary' A team of US and UK researchers have dismissed the pre-diabetes diagnosis as "unhelpful and unnecessary", saying that it has "n...
Other News In Brief
Researchers Claim Pre-Diabetes Label 'Unhelpful And Unnecessary' A team of US and UK researchers have dismissed the pre-diabetes diagnosis as "unhelpful and unnecessary", saying that it has "n...
Northern Ireland News, Jul 16, 2014
Other News In Brief
PSNI Investigate Downpatrick Church Break-In Police are investigating a break-in at a Catholic Church in Downpatrick, County Down. A window to the visitor toilets at St Patrick's was smashed ...
Other News In Brief
PSNI Investigate Downpatrick Church Break-In Police are investigating a break-in at a Catholic Church in Downpatrick, County Down. A window to the visitor toilets at St Patrick's was smashed ...
Recruitment News, Jul 15, 2014
Convergys Expand Belfast Operations
Following the announcement of its acquisition of Stream, Convergys has announced a number of new vacancies at its Belfast operations. With opportunities for inbound/outbound sales advisors, the compa...
Convergys Expand Belfast Operations
Following the announcement of its acquisition of Stream, Convergys has announced a number of new vacancies at its Belfast operations. With opportunities for inbound/outbound sales advisors, the compa...
Northern Ireland News, Jul 15, 2014
NI Growth Continues
The Northern Ireland economy has been growing steadily for one year now, according to the latest Purchasing Managers' Index (PMI) from Ulster Bank. Output growth in the Northern Ireland private secto...
NI Growth Continues
The Northern Ireland economy has been growing steadily for one year now, according to the latest Purchasing Managers' Index (PMI) from Ulster Bank. Output growth in the Northern Ireland private secto...
Northern Ireland News, Jul 15, 2014
Nesbitt Backs Kincora Inquiry Calls
Ulster Unionist Party leader Mike Nesbitt has backed calls to include east Belfast's Kincora Boys Home in a UK-wide inquiry into how public bodies dealt with allegations of child abuse. Mr Nesbitt sa...
Nesbitt Backs Kincora Inquiry Calls
Ulster Unionist Party leader Mike Nesbitt has backed calls to include east Belfast's Kincora Boys Home in a UK-wide inquiry into how public bodies dealt with allegations of child abuse. Mr Nesbitt sa...
Northern Ireland News, Jul 15, 2014
Causeway Golf Resort Businessman Dies
A Northern Ireland businessman who was behind a £100m project to build a hotel and golf resort on the Causeway coast in Antrim has died. Dr Alistair Hanna, who was born in Belfast, was a prominent fi...
Causeway Golf Resort Businessman Dies
A Northern Ireland businessman who was behind a £100m project to build a hotel and golf resort on the Causeway coast in Antrim has died. Dr Alistair Hanna, who was born in Belfast, was a prominent fi...
Northern Ireland News, Jul 15, 2014
PSNI Appeal Over Ormeau Bridge Stabbing
The PSNI has launched an appeal for information following the stabbing of a man in the Ormeau Bridge area of Belfast in the early hours of Saturday 12 July. Detectives in the south of the city are in...
PSNI Appeal Over Ormeau Bridge Stabbing
The PSNI has launched an appeal for information following the stabbing of a man in the Ormeau Bridge area of Belfast in the early hours of Saturday 12 July. Detectives in the south of the city are in...
UK National News, Jul 15, 2014
National Parks England Signs Deal To Improve Mobile Coverage
The UK's four main network providers have pledged to help improve mobile phone coverage in England's national parks. A deal has been reached between National Parks England and the Mobile Operators As...
National Parks England Signs Deal To Improve Mobile Coverage
The UK's four main network providers have pledged to help improve mobile phone coverage in England's national parks. A deal has been reached between National Parks England and the Mobile Operators As...
UK National News, Jul 15, 2014
Staffing Guidelines Issued To Hospitals
Strict guidelines are to be issued to hospitals in England on safe staffing levels, the National Institute for Health and Care Excellence has announced. The guidelines stop short of setting a minimum...
Staffing Guidelines Issued To Hospitals
Strict guidelines are to be issued to hospitals in England on safe staffing levels, the National Institute for Health and Care Excellence has announced. The guidelines stop short of setting a minimum...
UK National News, Jul 15, 2014
Volunteers Continue Search For Missing Prosthetic Leg
Volunteer divers are conducting a search of a lake in Dorset for a prosthetic leg. The owner of the prosthetic, Roy Wright, lost the leg, worth £8,000, after jumping into the water at Lake Pier in Ha...
Volunteers Continue Search For Missing Prosthetic Leg
Volunteer divers are conducting a search of a lake in Dorset for a prosthetic leg. The owner of the prosthetic, Roy Wright, lost the leg, worth £8,000, after jumping into the water at Lake Pier in Ha...
UK National News, Jul 15, 2014
Prime Minister Announces Cabinet Reshuffle
The Prime Minister has announced a Cabinet reshuffle, which will see the Education Minister, Michael Gove, become the new chief whip. Replacing Mr Gove will be Nicky Morgan, previously the Treasury M...
Prime Minister Announces Cabinet Reshuffle
The Prime Minister has announced a Cabinet reshuffle, which will see the Education Minister, Michael Gove, become the new chief whip. Replacing Mr Gove will be Nicky Morgan, previously the Treasury M...
UK National News, Jul 15, 2014
Inflation Rises To 1.9% in June
The Consumer Price Index (CPI) rose to 1.9% in June, up from the previous rate of 1.5%, according to new figures from the Office for National Statistics (ONS). The increase is being attributed to hig...
Inflation Rises To 1.9% in June
The Consumer Price Index (CPI) rose to 1.9% in June, up from the previous rate of 1.5%, according to new figures from the Office for National Statistics (ONS). The increase is being attributed to hig...
Northern Ireland News, Jul 15, 2014
Bomb Found Under Car In L'Derry
A bomb has been found under a car during searches carried out as part of a security alert in L'Derry. Police and bomb experts attended the scene following the discovery of the bomb behind the rear wh...
Bomb Found Under Car In L'Derry
A bomb has been found under a car during searches carried out as part of a security alert in L'Derry. Police and bomb experts attended the scene following the discovery of the bomb behind the rear wh...
UK National News, Jul 15, 2014
Fire Breaks Out At East London Recycling Centre
Residents in Canning Town, east London have been advised to stay indoors and to keep windows and doors closed after a fire broke out at a recycling plant. The fire, at an industrial estate in Scarab ...
Fire Breaks Out At East London Recycling Centre
Residents in Canning Town, east London have been advised to stay indoors and to keep windows and doors closed after a fire broke out at a recycling plant. The fire, at an industrial estate in Scarab ...
Northern Ireland News, Jul 15, 2014
Garth Brooks Gigs Cancelled
All five Garth Brooks shows set for Dublin's Croke Park stadium have now been cancelled, it has been confirmed. The US country singer sold 400,000 tickets for five shows in Dublin, but they will now ...
Garth Brooks Gigs Cancelled
All five Garth Brooks shows set for Dublin's Croke Park stadium have now been cancelled, it has been confirmed. The US country singer sold 400,000 tickets for five shows in Dublin, but they will now ...
Business News, Jul 15, 2014
£16m Investment Found For Early-Stage Tech Firms
A total of £16m is to be used to fund early-stage technology businesses, the Department of Enterprise has announced. Techstart NI will see £13m used for investment in small and medium-sized firms, wi...
£16m Investment Found For Early-Stage Tech Firms
A total of £16m is to be used to fund early-stage technology businesses, the Department of Enterprise has announced. Techstart NI will see £13m used for investment in small and medium-sized firms, wi...
UK National News, Jul 15, 2014
Wales To Ban Smoking In Cars With Children
Wales is to introduce a ban on smoking in cars when children are present, First Minister Carwyn Jones has announced. Mr Jones said that the ban aims to protect children from the effects of second-han...
Wales To Ban Smoking In Cars With Children
Wales is to introduce a ban on smoking in cars when children are present, First Minister Carwyn Jones has announced. Mr Jones said that the ban aims to protect children from the effects of second-han...
UK National News, Jul 15, 2014
Other News In Brief
Up To 13,000 Homes Without Power Around 13,000 homes in Llanelli are without power, Western Power Distribution (WPD) has reported. The company has said that the cause of the power outage is n...
Other News In Brief
Up To 13,000 Homes Without Power Around 13,000 homes in Llanelli are without power, Western Power Distribution (WPD) has reported. The company has said that the cause of the power outage is n...
Northern Ireland News, Jul 15, 2014
Woman Charged Over Drugs Trafficking
A 19-year-old woman has appeared in court charged with drugs trafficking and money laundering offences. Detectives from PSNI Organised Crime Branch charged the woman following her arrest in the Kensi...
Woman Charged Over Drugs Trafficking
A 19-year-old woman has appeared in court charged with drugs trafficking and money laundering offences. Detectives from PSNI Organised Crime Branch charged the woman following her arrest in the Kensi...
Northern Ireland News, Jul 15, 2014
Other News In Brief
East Belfast PSNI Station Attacked Two petrol bombs have been thrown at Willowfield Police Station in east Belfast. The devices were thrown at the station from the direction of Willowfield Dr...
Other News In Brief
East Belfast PSNI Station Attacked Two petrol bombs have been thrown at Willowfield Police Station in east Belfast. The devices were thrown at the station from the direction of Willowfield Dr...
Business News, Jul 11, 2014
Around 50% Of Belfast Shops To Open On Twelfth
Despite low expectations for trade, around half of Belfast city centre's shops will remain open on the Twelfth. This year is the fourth year that shops have decided to remain open on the marching day...
Around 50% Of Belfast Shops To Open On Twelfth
Despite low expectations for trade, around half of Belfast city centre's shops will remain open on the Twelfth. This year is the fourth year that shops have decided to remain open on the marching day...
Northern Ireland News, Jul 11, 2014
Villiers Considers Parades Inquiry
Secretary of State for Northern Ireland Theresa Villiers has said the government will "look carefully" at a call from unionist leaders to begin an inquiry into the current parading situation in north ...
Villiers Considers Parades Inquiry
Secretary of State for Northern Ireland Theresa Villiers has said the government will "look carefully" at a call from unionist leaders to begin an inquiry into the current parading situation in north ...
Northern Ireland News, Jul 11, 2014
Orange Order In 'Selfie' Call
The Orange Order has released a statement urging its members to support this weekend's 12 July celebrations by taking selfies and posting them online. "The Loyal Institution is encouraging brethren, ...
Orange Order In 'Selfie' Call
The Orange Order has released a statement urging its members to support this weekend's 12 July celebrations by taking selfies and posting them online. "The Loyal Institution is encouraging brethren, ...
UK National News, Jul 11, 2014
Polar Bear Death Inquest Verdict Delayed Until Next Week
The verdict in an inquest into the death of 17-year-old boy mauled by a polar bear is to be delayed by a week. Horatio Chapple, from Salisbury, died after being attacked by the bear while on an adven...
Polar Bear Death Inquest Verdict Delayed Until Next Week
The verdict in an inquest into the death of 17-year-old boy mauled by a polar bear is to be delayed by a week. Horatio Chapple, from Salisbury, died after being attacked by the bear while on an adven...
Northern Ireland News, Jul 11, 2014
Executive Issues Bonfire Safety Warning
The Ni Executive and Northern Ireland Fire and rescue Service has announced an appeal to Eleventh Night revellers to "think safety first" when attending bonfires. NIFRS is urging people to "act respo...
Executive Issues Bonfire Safety Warning
The Ni Executive and Northern Ireland Fire and rescue Service has announced an appeal to Eleventh Night revellers to "think safety first" when attending bonfires. NIFRS is urging people to "act respo...
UK National News, Jul 11, 2014
Suspended Chief Constable Questioned Over Data Protection Breach
An Avon and Somerset chief constable, currently suspended over allegations of gross misconduct, is to be questioned on suspicion of data protection offences. Nick Gargan, who is suspended over allega...
Suspended Chief Constable Questioned Over Data Protection Breach
An Avon and Somerset chief constable, currently suspended over allegations of gross misconduct, is to be questioned on suspicion of data protection offences. Nick Gargan, who is suspended over allega...
UK National News, Jul 11, 2014
Taxpayers Lost Out On Royal Mail Sale - MPs
A committee of MPs has claimed that taxpayers "may have lost out" on about £1bn from the undervaluing of Royal Mail. A report by the Business, Innovation and Skills select committee claims that a fea...
Taxpayers Lost Out On Royal Mail Sale - MPs
A committee of MPs has claimed that taxpayers "may have lost out" on about £1bn from the undervaluing of Royal Mail. A report by the Business, Innovation and Skills select committee claims that a fea...
UK National News, Jul 11, 2014
Local Authorities To Be Given Powers To Hold Motor Races
Local authorities are to be granted the power to stage motor races on public roads, the government has announced. Following the conclusion of a public consultation the Prime Minister made the announ...
Local Authorities To Be Given Powers To Hold Motor Races
Local authorities are to be granted the power to stage motor races on public roads, the government has announced. Following the conclusion of a public consultation the Prime Minister made the announ...
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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.
