Northern Ireland News for August 2026 : Page 4
Northern Ireland News, Aug 13, 2026
Archibald Urges Students To Seek Careers Guidance After Results
Young people receiving their results are being encouraged by Economy Minister Dr Caoimhe Archibald to speak with a careers adviser to consider the full range of pathways available. Congratulating tho...
Archibald Urges Students To Seek Careers Guidance After Results
Young people receiving their results are being encouraged by Economy Minister Dr Caoimhe Archibald to speak with a careers adviser to consider the full range of pathways available. Congratulating tho...
Northern Ireland News, Aug 13, 2026
Draft AI Strategy Hailed As Key Step For Northern Ireland
Kate Nicholl MLA, chair of the Assembly All-Party Group on AI, has welcomed the publication of the long-awaited draft artificial intelligence strategy and the opening of a public consultation. The So...
Draft AI Strategy Hailed As Key Step For Northern Ireland
Kate Nicholl MLA, chair of the Assembly All-Party Group on AI, has welcomed the publication of the long-awaited draft artificial intelligence strategy and the opening of a public consultation. The So...
Northern Ireland News, Aug 13, 2026
£100,000 Awarded To Help NI Community Representatives Be Heard
A Northern Ireland charity has been awarded £100,000 to help community and voluntary groups influence decisions that affect their areas, with a particular emphasis on increasing women's participation ...
£100,000 Awarded To Help NI Community Representatives Be Heard
A Northern Ireland charity has been awarded £100,000 to help community and voluntary groups influence decisions that affect their areas, with a particular emphasis on increasing women's participation ...
Northern Ireland News, Aug 13, 2026
Belfast Barber Shop Banned Over Illegal Tobacco And Vape Sales
A Belfast barber shop has been prohibited for three years from selling tobacco products and nicotine inhaling products, including e-cigarettes and vapes. The sanction was handed down at Belfast Magist...
Belfast Barber Shop Banned Over Illegal Tobacco And Vape Sales
A Belfast barber shop has been prohibited for three years from selling tobacco products and nicotine inhaling products, including e-cigarettes and vapes. The sanction was handed down at Belfast Magist...
Northern Ireland News, Aug 13, 2026
Secretary Of State Urged To Rethink Closing Troubles Disability Scheme Applications
Sinn Féin MLA Carál Ní Chuilín says the planned end-of-August cut-off for the Troubles Permanent Disability Payment Scheme would disadvantage applicants and has called for a rethink. Carál Ní Chuilín...
Secretary Of State Urged To Rethink Closing Troubles Disability Scheme Applications
Sinn Féin MLA Carál Ní Chuilín says the planned end-of-August cut-off for the Troubles Permanent Disability Payment Scheme would disadvantage applicants and has called for a rethink. Carál Ní Chuilín...
Northern Ireland News, Aug 13, 2026
436,000 Sole Traders And Landlords Submit First Digital Income Tax Updates
More than 436,000 sole traders and landlords have filed their first Making Tax Digital (MTD) for Income Tax quarterly update for 2026/27, HMRC has confirmed. Over 570,000 customers have now signed up....
436,000 Sole Traders And Landlords Submit First Digital Income Tax Updates
More than 436,000 sole traders and landlords have filed their first Making Tax Digital (MTD) for Income Tax quarterly update for 2026/27, HMRC has confirmed. Over 570,000 customers have now signed up....
Northern Ireland News, Aug 13, 2026
Archibald Unveils Framework For Future Electricity Interconnection
Economy Minister Dr Caoimhe Archibald has published the Department for the Economy's new Interconnection Policy Statement, setting the strategic direction for future East–West electricity infrastructu...
Archibald Unveils Framework For Future Electricity Interconnection
Economy Minister Dr Caoimhe Archibald has published the Department for the Economy's new Interconnection Policy Statement, setting the strategic direction for future East–West electricity infrastructu...
Northern Ireland News, Aug 13, 2026
NI Water Begins £2.5m Larne Water Network Upgrade
NI Water has launched a major Water Infrastructure Improvement Scheme that will see around 17km of new water mains and associated connections installed across the Larne area. Most activity will take p...
NI Water Begins £2.5m Larne Water Network Upgrade
NI Water has launched a major Water Infrastructure Improvement Scheme that will see around 17km of new water mains and associated connections installed across the Larne area. Most activity will take p...
Northern Ireland News, Aug 12, 2026
Kimmins Pledges Further Belfast Pedestrianisation
Infrastructure Minister Liz Kimmins has urged the public to contribute views on expanding pedestrianisation in Belfast city centre, saying now is the ideal moment to get involved. Her comments come a...
Kimmins Pledges Further Belfast Pedestrianisation
Infrastructure Minister Liz Kimmins has urged the public to contribute views on expanding pedestrianisation in Belfast city centre, saying now is the ideal moment to get involved. Her comments come a...
Northern Ireland News, Aug 12, 2026
NI Water Issues Reservoir Safety Reminder Amid Sunshine And Showers
As families make the most of the summer break and spend more time outside, NI Water has urged the public to exercise caution around reservoirs. With August bringing a mix of rain and bright spells, t...
NI Water Issues Reservoir Safety Reminder Amid Sunshine And Showers
As families make the most of the summer break and spend more time outside, NI Water has urged the public to exercise caution around reservoirs. With August bringing a mix of rain and bright spells, t...
Northern Ireland News, Aug 12, 2026
PSNI Launches Custody Navigators Pilot To Support Young Adults
A new Custody Navigators pilot has been launched to support young adults at the moment of arrest, reduce repeat offending and prevent further harm. Under the initiative, trained youth workers will be...
PSNI Launches Custody Navigators Pilot To Support Young Adults
A new Custody Navigators pilot has been launched to support young adults at the moment of arrest, reduce repeat offending and prevent further harm. Under the initiative, trained youth workers will be...
Northern Ireland News, Aug 12, 2026
Five Arrested After £1.1m Cocaine And Cannabis Seizure In Belfast
Detectives from the Police Service of Northern Ireland's Organised Crime Branch have arrested five men and seized a substantial quantity of suspected Class A and B drugs during a proactive operation t...
Five Arrested After £1.1m Cocaine And Cannabis Seizure In Belfast
Detectives from the Police Service of Northern Ireland's Organised Crime Branch have arrested five men and seized a substantial quantity of suspected Class A and B drugs during a proactive operation t...
Northern Ireland News, Aug 12, 2026
Criminal Cash Seizures Fund Safety Projects Across Northern Ireland
More than £1.2 million seized from criminals has been invested in projects to cut crime and strengthen community safety across Northern Ireland, the Justice Minister has said. Over the past three yea...
Criminal Cash Seizures Fund Safety Projects Across Northern Ireland
More than £1.2 million seized from criminals has been invested in projects to cut crime and strengthen community safety across Northern Ireland, the Justice Minister has said. Over the past three yea...
Northern Ireland News, Aug 12, 2026
Executive Office Opens Consultation On Draft Artificial Intelligence Strategy
The Executive Office has launched an eight-week public consultation on its Draft Artificial Intelligence (AI) Strategy, unveiled by First Minister Michelle O’Neill and deputy First Minister Emma Littl...
Executive Office Opens Consultation On Draft Artificial Intelligence Strategy
The Executive Office has launched an eight-week public consultation on its Draft Artificial Intelligence (AI) Strategy, unveiled by First Minister Michelle O’Neill and deputy First Minister Emma Littl...
Northern Ireland News, Aug 12, 2026
Finucane Backs Minister’s Move To Pedestrianise Belfast City Centre
Sinn Féin MP John Finucane has welcomed Infrastructure Minister Liz Kimmins’ plan to expand pedestrianisation in Belfast city centre and launch a consultation as part of the Eastern Transport Plan. F...
Finucane Backs Minister’s Move To Pedestrianise Belfast City Centre
Sinn Féin MP John Finucane has welcomed Infrastructure Minister Liz Kimmins’ plan to expand pedestrianisation in Belfast city centre and launch a consultation as part of the Eastern Transport Plan. F...
Northern Ireland News, Aug 12, 2026
Call For Applications To Troubles Permanent Disablement Payment Scheme
The Commissioner for Victims and Survivors, Joe McVey, has noted an update from the Victims' Payments Board on 11 August confirming that the Troubles Permanent Disablement Payment Scheme (TPDPS) will ...
Call For Applications To Troubles Permanent Disablement Payment Scheme
The Commissioner for Victims and Survivors, Joe McVey, has noted an update from the Victims' Payments Board on 11 August confirming that the Troubles Permanent Disablement Payment Scheme (TPDPS) will ...
Northern Ireland News, Aug 12, 2026
O’Toole Calls For Action To Secure Belfast Fleadh Legacy
SDLP Leader of the Opposition Matthew O'Toole MLA has warned that the momentum from the successful 2026 Belfast Fleadh must not be lost. He has written to First Minister Michelle O'Neill and deputy F...
O’Toole Calls For Action To Secure Belfast Fleadh Legacy
SDLP Leader of the Opposition Matthew O'Toole MLA has warned that the momentum from the successful 2026 Belfast Fleadh must not be lost. He has written to First Minister Michelle O'Neill and deputy F...
Northern Ireland News, Aug 12, 2026
Kimmins Visits Revamped Traffic Information And Control Centre In Belfast
Infrastructure Minister Liz Kimmins has visited the upgraded Traffic Information and Control Centre (TICC) in Belfast, following a refurbishment intended to improve collaboration during severe weather...
Kimmins Visits Revamped Traffic Information And Control Centre In Belfast
Infrastructure Minister Liz Kimmins has visited the upgraded Traffic Information and Control Centre (TICC) in Belfast, following a refurbishment intended to improve collaboration during severe weather...
Northern Ireland News, Aug 11, 2026
PSNI Hails Safe Close To Fleadh Cheoil Na HÉireann 2026 In Belfast
Fleadh Cheoil na hÉireann 2026 has wrapped up in Belfast, with the Police Service of Northern Ireland (PSNI) saying extensive preparation helped deliver a memorable week across the city. Assistant Ch...
PSNI Hails Safe Close To Fleadh Cheoil Na HÉireann 2026 In Belfast
Fleadh Cheoil na hÉireann 2026 has wrapped up in Belfast, with the Police Service of Northern Ireland (PSNI) saying extensive preparation helped deliver a memorable week across the city. Assistant Ch...
Northern Ireland News, Aug 11, 2026
Parents Urged To Discuss Alcohol And Drug Risks Before Exam Results
With exam results due in the coming weeks, the Public Health Agency (PHA) is urging parents and guardians to speak to young people now about the dangers associated with alcohol and drugs. Thousands o...
Parents Urged To Discuss Alcohol And Drug Risks Before Exam Results
With exam results due in the coming weeks, the Public Health Agency (PHA) is urging parents and guardians to speak to young people now about the dangers associated with alcohol and drugs. Thousands o...
Northern Ireland News, Aug 11, 2026
Fleadh Cheoil Draws 1.65 Million To Belfast City Centre, Doubling Expectations
Belfast has capped a landmark week as Comhaltas Fleadh Cheoil na hÉireann 2026 far exceeded projections, with the city hosting the world's biggest celebration of Irish music and culture for the first ...
Fleadh Cheoil Draws 1.65 Million To Belfast City Centre, Doubling Expectations
Belfast has capped a landmark week as Comhaltas Fleadh Cheoil na hÉireann 2026 far exceeded projections, with the city hosting the world's biggest celebration of Irish music and culture for the first ...
Northern Ireland News, Aug 11, 2026
Minister Hails Volunteers And Frontline Teams At Fleadh Medical Hub
Health Minister Mike Nesbitt has praised volunteers, clinicians and emergency responders supporting Fleadh Cheoil na hÉireann 2026 during a visit to the central medical hub at Ulster University. Ulst...
Minister Hails Volunteers And Frontline Teams At Fleadh Medical Hub
Health Minister Mike Nesbitt has praised volunteers, clinicians and emergency responders supporting Fleadh Cheoil na hÉireann 2026 during a visit to the central medical hub at Ulster University. Ulst...
Northern Ireland News, Aug 11, 2026
Police Appeal After Series Of South Belfast Assaults
Police are appealing for information after several assaults were reported in south Belfast in the early hours of Sunday 9 August. Shortly after midnight, officers received a report that a man had bee...
Police Appeal After Series Of South Belfast Assaults
Police are appealing for information after several assaults were reported in south Belfast in the early hours of Sunday 9 August. Shortly after midnight, officers received a report that a man had bee...
Northern Ireland News, Aug 11, 2026
O’Dowd Seeks Urgent Talks With Chancellor Over Executive Finances
Northern Ireland's Finance Minister, John O'Dowd, has written to the Chancellor to request an urgent meeting on securing fair and sustainable funding for the Executive. Announcing the move on 10 Augu...
O’Dowd Seeks Urgent Talks With Chancellor Over Executive Finances
Northern Ireland's Finance Minister, John O'Dowd, has written to the Chancellor to request an urgent meeting on securing fair and sustainable funding for the Executive. Announcing the move on 10 Augu...
Northern Ireland News, Aug 11, 2026
Alliance Urges Permanent, Accessible City Centre Pedestrianisation After Fleadh Success
In letters to Belfast City Council, the Department for Infrastructure, the Department for Communities and Translink, Alliance Party representatives across Belfast have requested a wide-ranging review ...
Alliance Urges Permanent, Accessible City Centre Pedestrianisation After Fleadh Success
In letters to Belfast City Council, the Department for Infrastructure, the Department for Communities and Translink, Alliance Party representatives across Belfast have requested a wide-ranging review ...
Northern Ireland News, Aug 11, 2026
Hargey Raises Spate Of Sectarian Attacks With PSNI
Deirdre Hargey has raised the most recent sectarian vandalism of a memorial in Belfast's Short Strand with senior PSNI officers. Sinn Féin said it was the sixth attack on memorials in the south and e...
Hargey Raises Spate Of Sectarian Attacks With PSNI
Deirdre Hargey has raised the most recent sectarian vandalism of a memorial in Belfast's Short Strand with senior PSNI officers. Sinn Féin said it was the sixth attack on memorials in the south and e...
Northern Ireland News, Aug 11, 2026
Kimmins Announces New Active Travel Works In Antrim
Infrastructure Minister Liz Kimmins has confirmed work is under way on a £550,000 shared footway and cycleway along the B158 Stiles Way in Antrim, with construction beginning on Monday 10 August 2026....
Kimmins Announces New Active Travel Works In Antrim
Infrastructure Minister Liz Kimmins has confirmed work is under way on a £550,000 shared footway and cycleway along the B158 Stiles Way in Antrim, with construction beginning on Monday 10 August 2026....
Northern Ireland News, Aug 11, 2026
UUP Leader Condemns O'Neill's Attendance At IRA Hunger Strikers Commemoration
Ulster Unionist Party leader Jon Burrows MLA has condemned First Minister Michelle O'Neill for attending a commemoration for IRA hunger strikers, among them Thomas McElwee, whose firebomb attack kille...
UUP Leader Condemns O'Neill's Attendance At IRA Hunger Strikers Commemoration
Ulster Unionist Party leader Jon Burrows MLA has condemned First Minister Michelle O'Neill for attending a commemoration for IRA hunger strikers, among them Thomas McElwee, whose firebomb attack kille...
Business News, Aug 10, 2026
Archibald Confirms Local Growth Fund Backing For Invest NI And Go Succeed
The Department for the Economy confirmed the allocation, which includes £7.1m for Invest NI programmes to support business innovation and R&D, alongside early-stage design and feasibility work for the...
Archibald Confirms Local Growth Fund Backing For Invest NI And Go Succeed
The Department for the Economy confirmed the allocation, which includes £7.1m for Invest NI programmes to support business innovation and R&D, alongside early-stage design and feasibility work for the...
Feature News, Aug 10, 2026
Open Letter Thanks Belfast For Hosting Fleadh Cheoil Na HÉireann 2026
Belfast City Council, Comhaltas Ceoltóirí Éireann and Ards CCÉ have issued an open letter to thank the city following eight days of Fleadh Cheoil na hÉireann 2026. In an open letter from the hosts, t...
Open Letter Thanks Belfast For Hosting Fleadh Cheoil Na HÉireann 2026
Belfast City Council, Comhaltas Ceoltóirí Éireann and Ards CCÉ have issued an open letter to thank the city following eight days of Fleadh Cheoil na hÉireann 2026. In an open letter from the hosts, t...
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Northern Ireland WeatherThis Evening and Tonight:Mainly dry this evening with just the odd light shower. Then the rest of the night will be largely dry with some lengthy clear periods. Minimum temperature 8 °C.