Northern Ireland News for September 2024

Northern Ireland News, Sep 30, 2024
RTP vs. Hit Frequency: What Matters More
When it comes to playing slot games, two critical metrics often arise in discussions. These are Return-to-Player (RTP) percentage and Hit Frequency. Understanding how these metrics influence your chan...
Northern Ireland News, Sep 30, 2024
PSNI Recommits To Victim-Focused Policing
The Police Service of Northern Ireland (PSNI) has reaffirmed its commitment to victim-focused policing, despite recent survey findings that suggest some victims feel their experiences are not being ad...
Northern Ireland News, Sep 30, 2024
New Action Plan To Combat Child Criminal Exploitation
Ministers from the Departments of Justice, Health, and Education have unveiled a comprehensive action plan to address Child Criminal Exploitation (CCE) in Northern Ireland. The CCE Action Plan is a c...
Northern Ireland News, Sep 30, 2024
NI's Olympic And Paralympic Stars Golden Homecoming Celebration
Time is running out to secure your spot at the Paris Celebration Event, a spectacular homecoming celebration for Northern Ireland's Olympic and Paralympic athletes. This event, taking place on Thursd...
Northern Ireland News, Sep 30, 2024
NI Executive Approves Environmental Improvement Plan
The Department of Agriculture, Environment, and Rural Affairs (DAERA) Minister Andrew Muir has welcomed the Executive's approval of Northern Ireland's first Environmental Improvement Plan (EIP). The ...
Northern Ireland News, Sep 30, 2024
NIFRS To Receive Freedom Of Ards And North Down Borough
The Northern Ireland Fire & Rescue Service (NIFRS) will be honoured with the Freedom of the Borough by Ards and North Down Borough Council on Saturday, October 12, 2024. As part of the celebrations, ...
Northern Ireland News, Sep 30, 2024
PSNI Chief Constable Attends National Police Memorial Day
The Chief Constable of the Police Service of Northern Ireland (PSNI), Jon Boutcher, has attended the National Police Memorial Day in Glasgow. During the event, he met with widows and families of PSNI ...
Northern Ireland News, Sep 30, 2024
Man Arrested In Dundalk After Carjacking In Belfast
A man has been arrested in Dundalk, Ireland, following a carjacking incident in south Belfast on Saturday, September 28th. The incident began when a vehicle parked in the Botanic Avenue area was stol...
Northern Ireland News, Sep 30, 2024
Mobile-First Approach: Online Casinos Prioritising Smartphones
Because of the increasing use of mobile devices, other industries are now beginning to adopt strategies that are suitable for smartphone users. The above finding also applies to the online casino indu...
Northern Ireland News, Sep 30, 2024
Other News In Brief
Belfast City Hall Unveils Immersive AR Experience Belfast City Council has revolutionised its free visitor exhibition at City Hall with the introduction of a groundbreaking Augmented Reality...
Northern Ireland News, Sep 27, 2024
PSNI Introduces New Drug-Testing Kits For Roadside Checks
The Police Service of Northern Ireland (PSNI) has unveiled new drug-detection kits as part of its ongoing efforts to ensure road safety. The Road Policing Unit is piloting a 12-month program that will...
Northern Ireland News, Sep 27, 2024
Alliance Health Spokesperson Criticises Cancer Waiting List Delays
Nuala McAllister, a spokesperson for the Alliance Party's health portfolio, has expressed deep concern over the latest cancer waiting list times in Northern Ireland. She emphasised that health trans...
Northern Ireland News, Sep 27, 2024
Police Warn Of DVSA Fine Scam
The Police Service of Northern Ireland (PSNI) is alerting the public to a new scam targeting drivers. Scammers are sending fake text messages claiming to be from the Driver and Vehicle Standards Agenc...
Northern Ireland News, Sep 27, 2024
Belfast Showcases Nature-Based Solutions For Climate Resilience
A three-day visit by leading European experts and academics has further solidified Belfast's reputation as a pioneer in nature-based solutions for climate resilience. The European UPSURGE project, wh...
Northern Ireland News, Sep 27, 2024
BarCamp Belfast Tech 'Un'conference' Announced
BarCamp Belfast has cemented its plans to bring an unconventional open-environment conference for collaborative business development and casual networking to Northern Ireland's capital in two weeks. ...
Northern Ireland News, Sep 27, 2024
PSNI Adopts National Counter-Terror Approach To Tackle VAWG
The Police Service of Northern Ireland (PSNI) has announced a significant shift in its approach to tackling violence against women and girls (VAWG). The force is adopting the same national framework u...
Northern Ireland News, Sep 27, 2024
Gambling Revenue Faces Significant Decline In NI
The gambling sector in Northern Ireland is facing a considerable downturn, as revealed in the 2023 report published by the Department for Communities (DfC). The report outlines the industry's state, c...
Northern Ireland News, Sep 27, 2024
Other News In Brief
31-Year-Old Man Charged In Connection With Belfast Disorder A 31-year-old man has been charged in connection with violent disorder in Belfast in early August. The man has been charged with ...
Northern Ireland News, Sep 26, 2024
Appeal For High-Risk Missing Person Jason Hughes
PSNI detectives have issued an appeal for help in tracing the whereabouts of high-risk missing person Jason Hughes. Making a specific appeal for information this morning, Thursday 26th September, Det...
Northern Ireland News, Sep 26, 2024
New Five-Year East Belfast Development Strategy Launched
The EastSide Partnership has announced the launch of its new five-year strategy, designed to support and develop a 'thriving, connected and welcoming east Belfast' by placing local people and partners...
Northern Ireland News, Sep 26, 2024
Minister Opens New Juvenile Justice Centre
A new residential juvenile justice centre has been officially opened by Justice Minister, Naomi Long. The residential unit at Woodlands Juvenile Justice Centre near Bangor, at the Youth Justice Agenc...
Northern Ireland News, Sep 26, 2024
Three More Charged In Connection With Belfast Disorder
Three individuals have been charged in connection with disorder that occurred in Belfast early September. A 19-year-old man has been accused of two counts of riot, arson, criminal damage, and two cou...
Northern Ireland News, Sep 26, 2024
PSNI Welcomes New Domestic And Sexual Abuse Strategy
The Police Service of Northern Ireland (PSNI) has expressed its support for the newly published Department of Justice Domestic and Sexual Abuse Strategy. Detective Superintendent Lindsay Fisher, Head...
Northern Ireland News, Sep 26, 2024
PHA Makes Accessing Contraception Easier On World Contraception Day
In recognition of World Contraception Day, the Public Health Agency (PHA) is highlighting the importance of informed choices in sexual and reproductive health. They're reminding residents of Northern ...
Northern Ireland News, Sep 26, 2024
Main Jailed For Offences Linked To EncroChat
A 45-year-old man has been jailed for offences linked to EncroChat, an encrypted phone network used by criminals. The conviction at L'Derry Crown Court, followed an Operation Venetic investigation, l...
Northern Ireland News, Sep 26, 2024
Other News In Brief
Alliance Welcomes 'Intervention' of NI Autism Reviewer Alliance Education spokesperson Michelle Guy MLA has welcomed an intervention from the Independent Autism Reviewer for Northern Ireland...
Northern Ireland News, Sep 25, 2024
New Strategy Launches To Combat Domestic And Sexual Abuse
A new strategy aimed at establishing a society that does not tolerate domestic and sexual abuse has been unveiled. Justice Minister Naomi Long and Health Minister Mike Nesbitt jointly introduced the ...
Northern Ireland News, Sep 25, 2024
97 Children Adopted From Care In NI In 2023/24
The Department of Health has released a report 'Children Adopted from Care in Northern Ireland 2023/24', revealing significant insights into the adoption process during the year ending March 31, 2024....
Northern Ireland News, Sep 25, 2024
New Initiatives Unveiled For Breast Cancer Services
Health Minister Mike Nesbitt has unveiled new initiatives to address the concerning waiting times for breast cancer services in Northern Ireland. In the coming months, a new regional waiting list for...
Northern Ireland News, Sep 25, 2024
Deputy First Minister Welcomes Chick-fil-A's Plans To Open In NI
Deputy First Minister Emma Little-Pengelly has welcomed news that Chick-fil-A is to open in Northern Ireland. On a social media post she said: "It was great to engage with the company and have the co...