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Northern Ireland News for November 2016 : Page 3
Northern Ireland News, Nov 23, 2016
Other News In Brief
Man Convicted Of Benefit Fraud A man has been convicted for claiming benefits he was not entitled to at Ballymena Magistrates' Court. Samuel Adair claimed Jobseeker's Allowance totalling £4,...
Other News In Brief
Man Convicted Of Benefit Fraud A man has been convicted for claiming benefits he was not entitled to at Ballymena Magistrates' Court. Samuel Adair claimed Jobseeker's Allowance totalling £4,...
Recruitment News, Nov 22, 2016
Two Million Employed In Ireland
New figures from the Central Statistics Office (CSO) have revealed that two million people are now employed in Ireland. The latest Quarterly National Household Survey figures released today show a 2....
Two Million Employed In Ireland
New figures from the Central Statistics Office (CSO) have revealed that two million people are now employed in Ireland. The latest Quarterly National Household Survey figures released today show a 2....
Business News, Nov 22, 2016
'Find Your Belfast This Christmas' Campaign Launched
Organisations from across Belfast have joined forces for a new festive marketing campaign, aimed at highlighting the city's best shopping, restaurants, pubs, cafes and the "must visit" Christmas Marke...
'Find Your Belfast This Christmas' Campaign Launched
Organisations from across Belfast have joined forces for a new festive marketing campaign, aimed at highlighting the city's best shopping, restaurants, pubs, cafes and the "must visit" Christmas Marke...
Northern Ireland News, Nov 22, 2016
'Object Of Interest' Found During Exhumation Of Daniel Rooney
An "object of interest" has been found during the exhumation of Daniel Rooney at Milltown Cemetery in west Belfast, according to the PSNI. Mr Rooney, 18, was killed by soldiers from the Military Reac...
'Object Of Interest' Found During Exhumation Of Daniel Rooney
An "object of interest" has been found during the exhumation of Daniel Rooney at Milltown Cemetery in west Belfast, according to the PSNI. Mr Rooney, 18, was killed by soldiers from the Military Reac...
Northern Ireland News, Nov 22, 2016
Investigation Launched Following Shooting In Lurgan
Police have launched an investigation following a shooting in Lurgan, Co Armagh. A shot is believed to have been fired from a car in the Acorn Grove area in Craigavon on Sunday, 20 November. Police ...
Investigation Launched Following Shooting In Lurgan
Police have launched an investigation following a shooting in Lurgan, Co Armagh. A shot is believed to have been fired from a car in the Acorn Grove area in Craigavon on Sunday, 20 November. Police ...
Northern Ireland News, Nov 22, 2016
Petition To Change NI Abortion Laws Given To Assembly
A petition to change the abortion laws in Northern Ireland has been given to the Assembly. Green Party Deputy Leader, Clare Bailey MLA, and Amnesty International handed the petition, signed by 45,000...
Petition To Change NI Abortion Laws Given To Assembly
A petition to change the abortion laws in Northern Ireland has been given to the Assembly. Green Party Deputy Leader, Clare Bailey MLA, and Amnesty International handed the petition, signed by 45,000...
Northern Ireland News, Nov 22, 2016
Changes To Take Place For Blue Badge Holders
A review of the renewal process for Blue Badge holders with life-long mobility issues is to take place. Infrastructure Minister Chris Hazzard confirmed the consultation will begin over the coming mon...
Changes To Take Place For Blue Badge Holders
A review of the renewal process for Blue Badge holders with life-long mobility issues is to take place. Infrastructure Minister Chris Hazzard confirmed the consultation will begin over the coming mon...
Northern Ireland News, Nov 22, 2016
Investigation Launched After Sudden Death Of Man In Co Tyrone
Police have launched an investigation following the sudden death of a man in Coagh, Co Tyrone. According to reports, a 36-year-old man was found at a block of flats on Monday, 21 November. It is und...
Investigation Launched After Sudden Death Of Man In Co Tyrone
Police have launched an investigation following the sudden death of a man in Coagh, Co Tyrone. According to reports, a 36-year-old man was found at a block of flats on Monday, 21 November. It is und...
Northern Ireland News, Nov 22, 2016
Call For Troubles Victims To Receive Special Pension Payments
Victims who have not been able to build up workplace pensions due to injuries sustained during the Troubles should receive special pension payments, according to campaigners. The Injured Group at the...
Call For Troubles Victims To Receive Special Pension Payments
Victims who have not been able to build up workplace pensions due to injuries sustained during the Troubles should receive special pension payments, according to campaigners. The Injured Group at the...
Northern Ireland News, Nov 22, 2016
Over 240 Cannabis Plants Discovered In Larne
Police have seized over 240 cannabis plants at a house in Larne, Co Antrim. The discovery was made at a property in the Raloo area on Sunday, 20 November, following a planned search. PSNI Sergeant C...
Over 240 Cannabis Plants Discovered In Larne
Police have seized over 240 cannabis plants at a house in Larne, Co Antrim. The discovery was made at a property in the Raloo area on Sunday, 20 November, following a planned search. PSNI Sergeant C...
Northern Ireland News, Nov 22, 2016
Other News In Brief
New Strategic Framework For Diabetes In NI Launched A new Strategic Framework for Diabetes in Northern Ireland has launched. The new Framework follows publication of a draft consultation doc...
Other News In Brief
New Strategic Framework For Diabetes In NI Launched A new Strategic Framework for Diabetes in Northern Ireland has launched. The new Framework follows publication of a draft consultation doc...
Recruitment News, Nov 21, 2016
All Workplace Dispute Agencies Now Under One Roof
Ireland's Minister of Jobs, Enterprise and Innovation Mary Mitchell-O'Connor TD, has officially opened the new offices of the Workplace Relations Commission and Labour Court, which enables all of the ...
All Workplace Dispute Agencies Now Under One Roof
Ireland's Minister of Jobs, Enterprise and Innovation Mary Mitchell-O'Connor TD, has officially opened the new offices of the Workplace Relations Commission and Labour Court, which enables all of the ...
Business News, Nov 21, 2016
'Spot And Stop Scams' Event Announced By Consumer Council
A 'Spot and Stop Scams' event for businesses and customers has been announced by the Consumer Council. The event hopes to help people spot common scams and how to avoid them. Speakers from the local...
'Spot And Stop Scams' Event Announced By Consumer Council
A 'Spot and Stop Scams' event for businesses and customers has been announced by the Consumer Council. The event hopes to help people spot common scams and how to avoid them. Speakers from the local...
Northern Ireland News, Nov 21, 2016
Investigation Launched After De-Icing Vehicle Collides With Easyjet Plane
An investigation has been launched after a de-icing vehicle collided into an Easyjet plane at Belfast International Airport. The incident happened at around 4pm on Sunday, 20 November. The Belfast t...
Investigation Launched After De-Icing Vehicle Collides With Easyjet Plane
An investigation has been launched after a de-icing vehicle collided into an Easyjet plane at Belfast International Airport. The incident happened at around 4pm on Sunday, 20 November. The Belfast t...
Northern Ireland News, Nov 21, 2016
Eight People Sick After Eating 'Cannabis Cookies' In Co Antrim
Eight people have taken ill after eating cannabis cookies in Ballymena, Co Antrim. Paramedics had to be called following an incident in the Cushendall Road area on Sunday, 20 November. Police seized...
Eight People Sick After Eating 'Cannabis Cookies' In Co Antrim
Eight people have taken ill after eating cannabis cookies in Ballymena, Co Antrim. Paramedics had to be called following an incident in the Cushendall Road area on Sunday, 20 November. Police seized...
Northern Ireland News, Nov 21, 2016
Father And Son Rescued From Slemish Mountain
A father and son have been rescued from Slemish mountain in Co Antrim. Emergency services were alerted at around 5.30pm on Sunday, 20 November, after they failed to return home. The North West Mount...
Father And Son Rescued From Slemish Mountain
A father and son have been rescued from Slemish mountain in Co Antrim. Emergency services were alerted at around 5.30pm on Sunday, 20 November, after they failed to return home. The North West Mount...
Northern Ireland News, Nov 21, 2016
Man Critical After Being Hit By Car In Belfast
Police are appealing for witnesses after a man was struck by a car near the Belfast International Airport. The incident happened on the Ballyrobin Road just before 4.40pm on Saturday, 20 November. T...
Man Critical After Being Hit By Car In Belfast
Police are appealing for witnesses after a man was struck by a car near the Belfast International Airport. The incident happened on the Ballyrobin Road just before 4.40pm on Saturday, 20 November. T...
Northern Ireland News, Nov 21, 2016
Woman Badly Shaken Following Carjacking In Belfast
A woman has been left badly shaken following a carjacking in Belfast. The woman, aged in her 30s, was driving on the Pembroke Loop Road at around 7am on Sunday, 21 November. A man ran out in front o...
Woman Badly Shaken Following Carjacking In Belfast
A woman has been left badly shaken following a carjacking in Belfast. The woman, aged in her 30s, was driving on the Pembroke Loop Road at around 7am on Sunday, 21 November. A man ran out in front o...
Northern Ireland News, Nov 21, 2016
Body Of Man Shot Dead By Army To Be Exhumed
The body of a man shot dead by an army unit over 40 years ago is to be exhumed as part of a legacy investigation. Daniel Rooney, 18, was killed by soldiers from the Military Reaction Force (MRF) in w...
Body Of Man Shot Dead By Army To Be Exhumed
The body of a man shot dead by an army unit over 40 years ago is to be exhumed as part of a legacy investigation. Daniel Rooney, 18, was killed by soldiers from the Military Reaction Force (MRF) in w...
Northern Ireland News, Nov 21, 2016
Police Appeal After Two Men Attempt To Rob Shop In Carrickfergus
Police are appealing for information after two men attempted to rob a shop in Carrickfergus, Co Antrim. The men, one armed with a hammer, entered the shop on the Victoria Road at around 6.20pm on Sat...
Police Appeal After Two Men Attempt To Rob Shop In Carrickfergus
Police are appealing for information after two men attempted to rob a shop in Carrickfergus, Co Antrim. The men, one armed with a hammer, entered the shop on the Victoria Road at around 6.20pm on Sat...
Northern Ireland News, Nov 21, 2016
Other News In Brief
Investigation Launched After Sudden Death Of Man In South Belfast Police have launched n investigation following the sudden death of a man, aged 23, in south Belfast. He collapsed at an addre...
Other News In Brief
Investigation Launched After Sudden Death Of Man In South Belfast Police have launched n investigation following the sudden death of a man, aged 23, in south Belfast. He collapsed at an addre...
Northern Ireland News, Nov 18, 2016
Weather Warning For Ice Issued Across NI
The Met Office has issued a yellow weather warning for ice across Northern Ireland. The warning comes into effect from 7pm on Friday, 18 November, until, 10am on Saturday, 19 November. Temperatures ...
Weather Warning For Ice Issued Across NI
The Met Office has issued a yellow weather warning for ice across Northern Ireland. The warning comes into effect from 7pm on Friday, 18 November, until, 10am on Saturday, 19 November. Temperatures ...
Business News, Nov 18, 2016
Responsible Business Awards 2017 Announced
Entries are now being sought for the Responsible Business Awards 2017, Business in the Community has announced. The Awards offer the opportunity for Northern Ireland organisations to be recognised fo...
Responsible Business Awards 2017 Announced
Entries are now being sought for the Responsible Business Awards 2017, Business in the Community has announced. The Awards offer the opportunity for Northern Ireland organisations to be recognised fo...
Northern Ireland News, Nov 18, 2016
Christmas Lights To Be Switched On In Belfast
Traffic diversions will be put in place during the Christmas lights switch-on which is taking place in Belfast on Saturday, 19 November. Wellington Place, Donegall Square North, Donegall Square West,...
Christmas Lights To Be Switched On In Belfast
Traffic diversions will be put in place during the Christmas lights switch-on which is taking place in Belfast on Saturday, 19 November. Wellington Place, Donegall Square North, Donegall Square West,...
Northern Ireland News, Nov 18, 2016
First Minister Refuses To Support Calls For UDA Leader To Step Down
First Minister Arlene Foster has refused to support calls for UDA leader Dee Stitt to step down as chief executive of Charter NI. On Wednesday, deputy First Minister Martin McGuinness called for Mr S...
First Minister Refuses To Support Calls For UDA Leader To Step Down
First Minister Arlene Foster has refused to support calls for UDA leader Dee Stitt to step down as chief executive of Charter NI. On Wednesday, deputy First Minister Martin McGuinness called for Mr S...
Northern Ireland News, Nov 18, 2016
Scotland May Offer NI Women Free Abortions
Scottish First Minister Nicola Sturgeon said she would explore the possibility for women in Northern Ireland to travel to Scotland to have an abortion free of charge. During First Minister's Question...
Scotland May Offer NI Women Free Abortions
Scottish First Minister Nicola Sturgeon said she would explore the possibility for women in Northern Ireland to travel to Scotland to have an abortion free of charge. During First Minister's Question...
Northern Ireland News, Nov 18, 2016
Three Cars Burnt Out In Co Antrim
Three cars have been destroyed in a suspected arson attack in Co Antrim. The vehicles were burnt out in the Stiles estate area in the early hours of Friday morning, 18 November. Alliance Antrim Coun...
Three Cars Burnt Out In Co Antrim
Three cars have been destroyed in a suspected arson attack in Co Antrim. The vehicles were burnt out in the Stiles estate area in the early hours of Friday morning, 18 November. Alliance Antrim Coun...
Northern Ireland News, Nov 18, 2016
New Square Honouring CS Lewis To Open In East Belfast
A new square honouring CS Lewis is to open in east Belfast on Tuesday, 22 November. The square is currently being built at the intersection of the Connswater and Comber Greenways. The public space w...
New Square Honouring CS Lewis To Open In East Belfast
A new square honouring CS Lewis is to open in east Belfast on Tuesday, 22 November. The square is currently being built at the intersection of the Connswater and Comber Greenways. The public space w...
Northern Ireland News, Nov 18, 2016
PSNI Renew Appeal After Woman Assaulted In L'Derry
Police have renewed their appeal for information after a woman was assaulted in Co L'Derry in October. A female was knocked unconscious and had her handbag stolen in the Castle Street area on Wednesd...
PSNI Renew Appeal After Woman Assaulted In L'Derry
Police have renewed their appeal for information after a woman was assaulted in Co L'Derry in October. A female was knocked unconscious and had her handbag stolen in the Castle Street area on Wednesd...
Northern Ireland News, Nov 18, 2016
Westlink Collision Causing Long Delays
Motorists are being urged to expect long delays following a four vehicle crash on the Westlink in Belfast. The collision between the Clifton Street onslip and York Street has been cleared, however lo...
Westlink Collision Causing Long Delays
Motorists are being urged to expect long delays following a four vehicle crash on the Westlink in Belfast. The collision between the Clifton Street onslip and York Street has been cleared, however lo...
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Northern Ireland WeatherThis Evening and Tonight:Rain clearing away east by early evening with some clear spells but a few showers likely to affect the North coast and other areas towards dawn, remaining breezy and mild overnight. Minimum temperature 9 °C.
