Northern Ireland News for September 2026

Northern Ireland News, Sep 25, 2026
Portadown Woman, 40, Dies After Three-Vehicle Crash In Lisburn
The Police Service of Northern Ireland has confirmed a woman died following a three-vehicle collision in Lisburn over the weekend. She was 40-year-old Karen Stewart from the Portadown area. Detectiv...
Northern Ireland News, Sep 25, 2026
Man Arrested After Cash Found In Hidden Compartment At Belfast Harbour
Detectives from the Police Service of Northern Ireland's Organised Crime Unit, working with Belfast Harbour Police and the National Crime Agency (NCA), carried out an operation in the Belfast Harbour ...
Northern Ireland News, Sep 25, 2026
Naomi Long Marks Five Years Of ASSIST NI Support For Domestic And Sexual Abuse Victims
Justice Minister Naomi Long has marked the fifth anniversary of ASSIST NI, emphasising the crucial role advocacy plays in helping victims of domestic and sexual abuse across Northern Ireland. The mile...
Northern Ireland News, Sep 25, 2026
PHA Launches Flu Vaccination Programme And Urges Public To Get Protected
Over a million people in Northern Ireland are eligible for a free flu jab this year as the Public Health Agency (PHA) launches its winter vaccination programme and urges people to protect themselves a...
Northern Ireland News, Sep 25, 2026
Small Grants Power Big Environmental Gains Across ABC Borough
Community-led projects to enhance and protect the local environment across the Armagh City, Banbridge and Craigavon (ABC) Borough have received a welcome boost through the Live Here Love Here Small Gr...
Northern Ireland News, Sep 25, 2026
Police Appeal After Girl, 14, Suffers Head Injury In Carrickfergus
Officers are seeking witnesses after a report that a 14-year-old girl was struck on the head with a rock in the Prince Andrew Way area of Carrickfergus. A 14-year-old boy was arrested on suspicion of ...
Northern Ireland News, Sep 25, 2026
Man In His 40s Arrested In Liverpool Over Belfast Murder Investigation
A man in his 40s was detained in Liverpool on Wednesday 23 September in connection with the killing of Robert Lawlor, police said. Merseyside Police made the arrest and the suspect has since been tak...
Northern Ireland News, Sep 25, 2026
Lyons Unveils £2m Boost For Sports Clubs In 2026/27
Communities Minister Gordon Lyons has unveiled a £2 million funding package for sports clubs via his Olympic Legacy Fund for 2026/27, announced during a visit to Larne Rugby Football Club. Minister L...
Northern Ireland News, Sep 25, 2026
PHA Urges Simple Steps To Prevent Falls And Stay Independent
The Public Health Agency (PHA) is calling on the public to make straightforward changes to daily routines, stay active and create safer home environments to reduce the likelihood of a fall during Fall...
Northern Ireland News, Sep 25, 2026
NI Water Warns Households To Check For Leaky Loos
NI Water is calling on households to look out for leaking toilets after the latest Household Water Usage results revealed that 72% of respondents have a dual-flush loo. The company cautioned that any ...
Northern Ireland News, Sep 24, 2026
Justice Minister Welcomes Arrest Of Fugitive Prisoner Gary Anderson
Justice Minister Naomi Long has welcomed the detention of prisoner Gary Anderson in the Republic of Ireland after a period unlawfully at large. She said an independent review into the circumstances of...
Northern Ireland News, Sep 24, 2026
ICRIR Releases First Findings Report On 1977 Death Of Rory O’Kelly
The Independent Commission for Reconciliation and Information Recovery (ICRIR) has published its first Findings report, following an investigation into the Troubles-related death of Rory O'Kelly in Co...
Northern Ireland News, Sep 24, 2026
PSNI Witness Appeals Service Already Yielding Vital Leads Since June Launch
The Police Service of Northern Ireland (PSNI) said its Witness Appeals Service, which went live on 24 June, lets people upload information and footage via the PSNI website without waiting on the 101 n...
Northern Ireland News, Sep 24, 2026
New Report Maps Quantum Opportunities For Northern Ireland
Economy Minister Dr Caoimhe Archibald has launched new research setting out how Northern Ireland can turn advances in quantum technologies into jobs and investment, highlighting opportunities in quant...
Northern Ireland News, Sep 24, 2026
Education Minister Breaks Ground On £7.7M Gaelscoil Uí Néill Project In Coalisland
Education Minister Paul Givan has broken ground on a £7.7M construction project for Gaelscoil Uí Néill in Coalisland, marking the start of work on a new school campus. The scheme will deliver a seven...
Northern Ireland News, Sep 24, 2026
Bradshaw Hails Flags And Emblems Bill Advancing To Committee Stage
Alliance MLA Paula Bradshaw has welcomed the Assembly's Second Stage approval of her Private Member's Display of Flags and Emblems Bill, which now moves to Committee Stage for detailed scrutiny. She s...
Northern Ireland News, Sep 24, 2026
Hanna Welcomes ICRIR Findings On Rory O’Kelly Murder
SDLP Leader Claire Hanna MP has welcomed the findings of the Independent Commission for the Reconciliation and Information Recovery (ICRIR) into the murder of SDLP founding member Rory O'Kelly by the ...
Northern Ireland News, Sep 24, 2026
Literacy And Numeracy Results Underscore Urgent Need For Reform - Givan
Education Minister Paul Givan has welcomed the release of Northern Ireland's first literacy and numeracy assessment outcomes in over two decades, saying the findings underscore the need to prioritise ...
Northern Ireland News, Sep 24, 2026
Study Highlights ‘Brain Gain’ Potential For Northern Ireland
Independent research into student and graduate mobility has offered new insights for Northern Ireland, indicating local students are no more likely to move away for higher education than their peers i...
Northern Ireland News, Sep 24, 2026
Footsteps In The Forest Returns To Slieve Gullion For Samhain Spectacle
Newry, Mourne and Down District Council has confirmed that Footsteps in the Forest will return to Slieve Gullion Forest Park, Co Armagh, from Wednesday 21 to Tuesday 27 October 2026. As the evenings ...
Northern Ireland News, Sep 23, 2026
NIFRS Urges Students To Put Fire Safety First As Term Begins
As thousands of students start or return to university and college, Northern Ireland Fire & Rescue Service (NIFRS) is calling on them to prioritise fire safety during Student Fire Safety Week. Studen...
Northern Ireland News, Sep 23, 2026
65 E-Bikes And E-Scooters Seized In Belfast Weekend Of Action
Police across Belfast seized 65 e-bikes and e-scooters during a coordinated 'Weekend of Action' from Friday 18 to Sunday 20 September, supported by the Air Support Unit and plain-clothed officers, to ...
Northern Ireland News, Sep 23, 2026
Belfast City Airport Backs Eastside Awards For 11th Year Running
The Eastside Awards in association with Belfast City Airport has launched its 2026 call for entries, inviting the public to nominate people, businesses, community organisations, local heroes, voluntee...
Northern Ireland News, Sep 23, 2026
Organ Donation Week Urges ‘Yes’ As Record Numbers Wait For Transplants
The Northern Health and Social Care Trust has called on people to say 'yes' to donation and discuss their decision with loved ones during Organ Donation Week, highlighting the pressing demand for dono...
Northern Ireland News, Sep 23, 2026
Record Year For Belfast Bikes As City Marks World Car-Free Day
Belfast Bikes is celebrating a record-breaking year following the rollout of electric bikes across its fleet. Belfast City Council, which manages the scheme, reports that users completed more than 17...
Northern Ireland News, Sep 23, 2026
Belfast Job Roadshows To Connect Residents With New Career Opportunities
People who are currently out of work or hoping to increase their working hours are being urged to attend a series of Belfast Employment Academies roadshows taking place across the city next week. Del...
Northern Ireland News, Sep 23, 2026
Ministers And Lord Mayor Set Sights On Fleadh Cheoil Na hÉireann 2027
Key partners behind this summer's Comhaltas Fleadh Cheoil na hÉireann gathered in Belfast to review the 2026 festival's achievements and consider how to build on its legacy as the city prepares to hos...
Northern Ireland News, Sep 23, 2026
Roulette Etiquette: Best Practices for Online Players
Online roulette may remove all the traditional velvet ropes and crowded casino floor, but table manners still matter here. A live game still has a dealer, it has other players, timed betting and often...
Northern Ireland News, Sep 23, 2026
Ombudsman Hosts Kenyan Independent Police Oversight Delegation
The Police Ombudsman for Northern Ireland (PONI) has hosted a delegation from Kenya's Independent Policing Oversight Authority (IPOA) as part of a four-day visit to the United Kingdom aimed at exchang...
Northern Ireland News, Sep 23, 2026
£10m Logistics Hub In Newtownabbey Gets The Green Light
Antrim and Newtownabbey Borough Council's Planning Committee has signed off plans for a new £10 million logistics complex at Houston's Corner, Newtownabbey, signalling a major boost to the Borough's e...