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Northern Ireland News for March 2020 : Page 2
Business News, Mar 18, 2020
Three Month Rates Holiday For NI Firms
The Department of Finance has implemented a three month rates holiday to assist local firms in managing the impact of the Covid-19 outbreak. Following the Chancellor's announcement on Tuesday, Financ...
Three Month Rates Holiday For NI Firms
The Department of Finance has implemented a three month rates holiday to assist local firms in managing the impact of the Covid-19 outbreak. Following the Chancellor's announcement on Tuesday, Financ...
Northern Ireland News, Mar 18, 2020
Leisure Facilities Closed Across Belfast
Leisure centres and community facilities across Belfast have been closed as measures to combat the spread of coronavirus are ramped up. St George's Market, the Ulster Hall and the ICC Belfast are amo...
Leisure Facilities Closed Across Belfast
Leisure centres and community facilities across Belfast have been closed as measures to combat the spread of coronavirus are ramped up. St George's Market, the Ulster Hall and the ICC Belfast are amo...
Northern Ireland News, Mar 18, 2020
Police Hunt Pair Over L'Derry Fraud
Police in L'Derry are hunting two men over attempted frauds at businesses in the area. An investigation has been launched following two attempted distraction scams. One of the suspects distracts a s...
Police Hunt Pair Over L'Derry Fraud
Police in L'Derry are hunting two men over attempted frauds at businesses in the area. An investigation has been launched following two attempted distraction scams. One of the suspects distracts a s...
Northern Ireland News, Mar 18, 2020
Latest Coronavirus Figures Emerge
A further six coronavirus cases have been confirmed in Northern Ireland as the first and deputy First Ministers call for a "whole of society" approach. Arlene Foster and Michelle O'Neill say measures...
Latest Coronavirus Figures Emerge
A further six coronavirus cases have been confirmed in Northern Ireland as the first and deputy First Ministers call for a "whole of society" approach. Arlene Foster and Michelle O'Neill say measures...
Northern Ireland News, Mar 18, 2020
Other News In Brief
North West 200 Postponed Organisers of the North West 200 have announced the postponement of this year's race week. The event, scheduled for the week beginning 10 May, has been pushed back am...
Other News In Brief
North West 200 Postponed Organisers of the North West 200 have announced the postponement of this year's race week. The event, scheduled for the week beginning 10 May, has been pushed back am...
Northern Ireland News, Mar 16, 2020
Police Treat Co Down Gun Attack As Attempted Murder
Police are treating a gun attack in Comber, Co Down as attempted murder. A man in his 50s suffered injuries that are not believed to be life threatening when the incident occurred shortly after 10.20...
Police Treat Co Down Gun Attack As Attempted Murder
Police are treating a gun attack in Comber, Co Down as attempted murder. A man in his 50s suffered injuries that are not believed to be life threatening when the incident occurred shortly after 10.20...
Northern Ireland News, Mar 16, 2020
Belfast City Marathon Postponed
Organisers of the Belfast City Marathon have took the decision to postpone the race and following half marathon fixture in light of the coronavirus outbreak. The marathon, originally due to take plac...
Belfast City Marathon Postponed
Organisers of the Belfast City Marathon have took the decision to postpone the race and following half marathon fixture in light of the coronavirus outbreak. The marathon, originally due to take plac...
Northern Ireland News, Mar 16, 2020
Plea For Calm This St Patrick's Day
Students are being urged to cancel any planned gatherings this St Patrick's Day in a bid to prevent further spread of the Covid-19 virus. Those with prearranged plans in the Holylands area of south B...
Plea For Calm This St Patrick's Day
Students are being urged to cancel any planned gatherings this St Patrick's Day in a bid to prevent further spread of the Covid-19 virus. Those with prearranged plans in the Holylands area of south B...
Northern Ireland News, Mar 16, 2020
Pair Jump From Flat During Aggravated Burglary
Two men sustained broken bones when they jumped from a flat during a serious assault and aggravated burglary, police have said. Three males targeted the property in Ballynahinch, Co Down while armed ...
Pair Jump From Flat During Aggravated Burglary
Two men sustained broken bones when they jumped from a flat during a serious assault and aggravated burglary, police have said. Three males targeted the property in Ballynahinch, Co Down while armed ...
Northern Ireland News, Mar 16, 2020
Covid-19: Seven Further Cases Confirmed
Seven further cases of coronavirus have been confirmed in Northern Ireland, bringing totals to 52. It comes amid continued controversy over whether schools should follow suit with the Republic of Ire...
Covid-19: Seven Further Cases Confirmed
Seven further cases of coronavirus have been confirmed in Northern Ireland, bringing totals to 52. It comes amid continued controversy over whether schools should follow suit with the Republic of Ire...
Northern Ireland News, Mar 16, 2020
Man With Severe Learning Difficulties Attacked In Ballymena
Police have released details of a "shocking attack" on a man with severe learning difficulties in Ballymena. The victim, aged in his 20s, was targeted outside a community centre in the Raphael Way ar...
Man With Severe Learning Difficulties Attacked In Ballymena
Police have released details of a "shocking attack" on a man with severe learning difficulties in Ballymena. The victim, aged in his 20s, was targeted outside a community centre in the Raphael Way ar...
Business News, Mar 16, 2020
Tax Helpline Established Amid Covid-19 Crisis
HMRC has a set up a phone helpline to support businesses and self-employed people concerned about not being able to pay their tax due to coronavirus (COVID-19). Available to any business or self-empl...
Tax Helpline Established Amid Covid-19 Crisis
HMRC has a set up a phone helpline to support businesses and self-employed people concerned about not being able to pay their tax due to coronavirus (COVID-19). Available to any business or self-empl...
Northern Ireland News, Mar 16, 2020
Firm Fined After Man Dies At Livestock Market
A Co Tyrone firm has been fined over the death of a man at a livestock market in Clogher, Co Tyrone. Mr Harry McAnespie died after being struck by a gate at the event in June 2018. Clogher Valley Li...
Firm Fined After Man Dies At Livestock Market
A Co Tyrone firm has been fined over the death of a man at a livestock market in Clogher, Co Tyrone. Mr Harry McAnespie died after being struck by a gate at the event in June 2018. Clogher Valley Li...
Northern Ireland News, Mar 16, 2020
Business Chiefs Demand Executive Support
Sixteen chambers of commerce and business organisations have come together to demand a package of support to help firms deal with the economic impact of coronavirus. With uncertainty about what measu...
Business Chiefs Demand Executive Support
Sixteen chambers of commerce and business organisations have come together to demand a package of support to help firms deal with the economic impact of coronavirus. With uncertainty about what measu...
Northern Ireland News, Mar 16, 2020
NI Covid-19 Total Hits 45
The number of coronavirus cases in Northern Ireland has reached 45. The Department of Health confirmed on Sunday that testing has resulted in 11 new positive cases in the region. Protocols now state...
NI Covid-19 Total Hits 45
The number of coronavirus cases in Northern Ireland has reached 45. The Department of Health confirmed on Sunday that testing has resulted in 11 new positive cases in the region. Protocols now state...
Northern Ireland News, Mar 16, 2020
Other News In Brief
Lidl Introduces Priority Shopping For The Elderly Lidl has announced the implementation of priority shopping hours across all 39 stores in Northern Ireland until further notice. Beginning on ...
Other News In Brief
Lidl Introduces Priority Shopping For The Elderly Lidl has announced the implementation of priority shopping hours across all 39 stores in Northern Ireland until further notice. Beginning on ...
Northern Ireland News, Mar 13, 2020
Nine New Covid-19 Cases Identified
Nine new cases of coronavirus have been diagnosed in Northern Ireland. Work is underway to establish any contacts the individuals have had. It's unclear as yet whether the cases confirm the beginnin...
Nine New Covid-19 Cases Identified
Nine new cases of coronavirus have been diagnosed in Northern Ireland. Work is underway to establish any contacts the individuals have had. It's unclear as yet whether the cases confirm the beginnin...
Northern Ireland News, Mar 13, 2020
Errors & Omissions Behind Botched RHI Scheme
Multiple errors and omissions were behind the botched cash for ash renewable energy scandal, a public inquiry has found. Published on Friday, the RHI Inquiry found that the scheme was a "project too ...
Errors & Omissions Behind Botched RHI Scheme
Multiple errors and omissions were behind the botched cash for ash renewable energy scandal, a public inquiry has found. Published on Friday, the RHI Inquiry found that the scheme was a "project too ...
Northern Ireland News, Mar 13, 2020
IFA Suspends Local Football Fixtures
The Irish Football Association has suspended the current season in response to the evolving coronavirus situation. This includes all Irish League fixtures and domestic football in Northern Ireland. T...
IFA Suspends Local Football Fixtures
The Irish Football Association has suspended the current season in response to the evolving coronavirus situation. This includes all Irish League fixtures and domestic football in Northern Ireland. T...
Northern Ireland News, Mar 13, 2020
Sinn Fein Call For Immediate School Closures
Stormont's deputy First Minister Michelle O'Neill has said schools, colleges and universities should close immediately. The Sinn Fein Vice President called for "decisive and coordinated action" to ma...
Sinn Fein Call For Immediate School Closures
Stormont's deputy First Minister Michelle O'Neill has said schools, colleges and universities should close immediately. The Sinn Fein Vice President called for "decisive and coordinated action" to ma...
Northern Ireland News, Mar 13, 2020
Council Buildings Closed To Public In Derry & Strabane
Derry City and Strabane District Council has taken the decision to close all council owned buildings to the public. The City of Derry Jazz Festival is also cancelled, along with a number of major eve...
Council Buildings Closed To Public In Derry & Strabane
Derry City and Strabane District Council has taken the decision to close all council owned buildings to the public. The City of Derry Jazz Festival is also cancelled, along with a number of major eve...
Northern Ireland News, Mar 13, 2020
Arrest Over Armed Robbery Of Cash In Transit Van
A 32 year-old man has been arrested in connection with the armed robbery of a cash in transit delivery vehicle in Belfast City Centre. The suspect was detained following searches of three properties ...
Arrest Over Armed Robbery Of Cash In Transit Van
A 32 year-old man has been arrested in connection with the armed robbery of a cash in transit delivery vehicle in Belfast City Centre. The suspect was detained following searches of three properties ...
Northern Ireland News, Mar 13, 2020
'Finance Minister Must Assist Businesses Through Coronavirus'
The Finance Minister has come under pressure to introduce measures to assist businesses suffering a downturn in trade as a result of coronavirus. Alliance MLA Andrew Muir said a number of firms are c...
'Finance Minister Must Assist Businesses Through Coronavirus'
The Finance Minister has come under pressure to introduce measures to assist businesses suffering a downturn in trade as a result of coronavirus. Alliance MLA Andrew Muir said a number of firms are c...
Northern Ireland News, Mar 13, 2020
Local Coronavirus Response Under 'Daily Review'
Political leaders in Northern Ireland have said measures to combat the spread of coronavirus, including the closure of schools, are under daily review. A total of 20 people have tested positive for t...
Local Coronavirus Response Under 'Daily Review'
Political leaders in Northern Ireland have said measures to combat the spread of coronavirus, including the closure of schools, are under daily review. A total of 20 people have tested positive for t...
Northern Ireland News, Mar 13, 2020
RHI Report To Be Unveiled At Stormont
A report into the botched energy scheme that brought down Stormont's power-sharing Executive in 2017 is due to be published today. The findings of Sir Patrick Coghlin's Renewable Heat Incentive (RHI)...
RHI Report To Be Unveiled At Stormont
A report into the botched energy scheme that brought down Stormont's power-sharing Executive in 2017 is due to be published today. The findings of Sir Patrick Coghlin's Renewable Heat Incentive (RHI)...
Northern Ireland News, Mar 13, 2020
Other News In Brief
Belfast Film Festival The Belfast Film Festival has become the latest in a string of postponed events as the coronavirus takes hold. The 20th event, due to begin on Wednesday 01 April, will b...
Other News In Brief
Belfast Film Festival The Belfast Film Festival has become the latest in a string of postponed events as the coronavirus takes hold. The 20th event, due to begin on Wednesday 01 April, will b...
Business News, Mar 13, 2020
Coronavirus Business Interruption Loan Scheme
A loan scheme to support businesses interrupted by the coronavirus outbreak is to be up and running in the coming weeks, the Chancellor has announced. Detailing Budget 2020, Chancellor Rishi Sunak sa...
Coronavirus Business Interruption Loan Scheme
A loan scheme to support businesses interrupted by the coronavirus outbreak is to be up and running in the coming weeks, the Chancellor has announced. Detailing Budget 2020, Chancellor Rishi Sunak sa...
Feature News, Mar 12, 2020
Explore NI's Stunning Walking Trails
As another year of spring approaches, the brighter days are a new chance to get in shape, enjoy the fresh air and explore your local area. While this may sound mediocre compared to the holidays we'...
Explore NI's Stunning Walking Trails
As another year of spring approaches, the brighter days are a new chance to get in shape, enjoy the fresh air and explore your local area. While this may sound mediocre compared to the holidays we'...
Northern Ireland News, Mar 12, 2020
Co Down Man Fights Off Hijackers
A driver has been left shaken after he was pulled from his car during an attempted vehicle hijacking in Downpatrick. The victim managed to stop two males making off in his red Vauxhall Corsa when he ...
Co Down Man Fights Off Hijackers
A driver has been left shaken after he was pulled from his car during an attempted vehicle hijacking in Downpatrick. The victim managed to stop two males making off in his red Vauxhall Corsa when he ...
Northern Ireland News, Mar 12, 2020
NI Covid-19 Total Rises By Two
Two further people have tested positive for coronavirus in Northern Ireland, the Department of Health has revealed. Both cases are adults and are declared as secondary transmissions. One of the indiv...
NI Covid-19 Total Rises By Two
Two further people have tested positive for coronavirus in Northern Ireland, the Department of Health has revealed. Both cases are adults and are declared as secondary transmissions. One of the indiv...
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Northern Ireland WeatherToday:A showery start with outbreaks most frequent north of Lough Neagh and through the morning, before dwindling during the afternoon as the northwest breezes ease and brighter spells of weak sunshine prosper. Maximum temperature 8 °C.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.
