21/09/2012
Other News In Brief
Derry Council Jobs ‘a Risk’
The head of Derry City Council has said 14 management posts are under threat as part of a management reorganisation.
Chief Executive Sharon O'Connor said the plan was about improving the structure.
"This is about having the right people in the right jobs and delivering the quality of service the public will expect.
"This is not about creating redundancies; this is about creating a management structure that is fit for purpose.
"So there are no posts to go at this stage. There are clearly a number of posts at risk because we are developing a new structure.
She added that those affected would be offered other positions within Derry City Council.
The changes will take place as the city prepares for major initiatives including UK City of Culture in 2013.
Farmers Plead Guilty To Animal Cruelty Charges
Two farmers from County Antrim have pleaded guilty to causing unnecessary suffering to a bull that had to be destroyed because of its injuries.
45-year-old Gregory Boyd from Rasharkin and his father Samuel Boyd who is aged in his 70s were convicted at Londonderry Magistrates Court.
They also pleaded guilty to permitting an act of cruelty to the bull.
Samuel Boyd was fined £750. Gregory Boyd will be sentenced next month.
Student Nursing Allowance Reinstated
Northern Ireland's health minister, Edwin Pots, has reversed an earlier decision to scrap a uniform and book allowance for nursing and midwifery students.
However, the allowance will be restored for this year only.
Earlier this month Poots also announced annual bursaries would also be cut by 15%.
There was outrage with student representatives describing it as "absolutely catastrophic".
There was also criticism of the timing as students were about to begin courses.
However the reduction in the non-means tested bursary and an increase in means tested allowances will still proceed.
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The head of Derry City Council has said 14 management posts are under threat as part of a management reorganisation.
Chief Executive Sharon O'Connor said the plan was about improving the structure.
"This is about having the right people in the right jobs and delivering the quality of service the public will expect.
"This is not about creating redundancies; this is about creating a management structure that is fit for purpose.
"So there are no posts to go at this stage. There are clearly a number of posts at risk because we are developing a new structure.
She added that those affected would be offered other positions within Derry City Council.
The changes will take place as the city prepares for major initiatives including UK City of Culture in 2013.
Farmers Plead Guilty To Animal Cruelty Charges
Two farmers from County Antrim have pleaded guilty to causing unnecessary suffering to a bull that had to be destroyed because of its injuries.
45-year-old Gregory Boyd from Rasharkin and his father Samuel Boyd who is aged in his 70s were convicted at Londonderry Magistrates Court.
They also pleaded guilty to permitting an act of cruelty to the bull.
Samuel Boyd was fined £750. Gregory Boyd will be sentenced next month.
Student Nursing Allowance Reinstated
Northern Ireland's health minister, Edwin Pots, has reversed an earlier decision to scrap a uniform and book allowance for nursing and midwifery students.
However, the allowance will be restored for this year only.
Earlier this month Poots also announced annual bursaries would also be cut by 15%.
There was outrage with student representatives describing it as "absolutely catastrophic".
There was also criticism of the timing as students were about to begin courses.
However the reduction in the non-means tested bursary and an increase in means tested allowances will still proceed.
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17 February 2016
Planning Approved For City Centre Student Accommodation Development
Planning permission has been granted for a new purpose-built managed student accommodation development in Belfast city centre.
Planning Approved For City Centre Student Accommodation Development
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08 February 2016
Queen's Enters Deal To Develop More Student Accommodation
Queen's University has entered into a deal with developers McAleer & Rushe to develop 1,200 student bedrooms on two of their city centre sites. McAleer & Rushe has agreed with Queen's University to deliver the completed buildings, by the summer of 2018, in a deal estimated to be worth just over £70 million.
Queen's Enters Deal To Develop More Student Accommodation
Queen's University has entered into a deal with developers McAleer & Rushe to develop 1,200 student bedrooms on two of their city centre sites. McAleer & Rushe has agreed with Queen's University to deliver the completed buildings, by the summer of 2018, in a deal estimated to be worth just over £70 million.
02 July 2001
ALLOWANCE INCREASE FOR LOCAL COUNCILLORS
DISTRICT Councils are to be permitted to increase the allowances paid to their councillors by approximately 30 per cent with effect from 1 July 2001. Minister of the Environment Sam Foster made the announcement following a review of councillors’ existing remuneration.
ALLOWANCE INCREASE FOR LOCAL COUNCILLORS
DISTRICT Councils are to be permitted to increase the allowances paid to their councillors by approximately 30 per cent with effect from 1 July 2001. Minister of the Environment Sam Foster made the announcement following a review of councillors’ existing remuneration.
18 January 2017
Plans Approved For New Student Accommodation In Belfast
The last of major new purpose built student accommodation complexes have been given the go-ahead by Belfast City Council. Planning permission has been granted for the 307 bedroom development on York Street, adjacent to the new Ulster University campus.
Plans Approved For New Student Accommodation In Belfast
The last of major new purpose built student accommodation complexes have been given the go-ahead by Belfast City Council. Planning permission has been granted for the 307 bedroom development on York Street, adjacent to the new Ulster University campus.
28 April 2008
Childcare Allowance Announced For Student Nurses
Northern Ireland Health Minister Michael McGimpsey has today announced the introduction of a childcare allowance for Northern Ireland's student nurses. Nursing and midwifery students with dependent children will now be entitled to childcare costs of up to £1,185 per year. This has been recommended as part of an ongoing Review of Student Support.
Childcare Allowance Announced For Student Nurses
Northern Ireland Health Minister Michael McGimpsey has today announced the introduction of a childcare allowance for Northern Ireland's student nurses. Nursing and midwifery students with dependent children will now be entitled to childcare costs of up to £1,185 per year. This has been recommended as part of an ongoing Review of Student Support.
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Northern Ireland WeatherToday:A sunny but frosty start for many. However cloud increases by midday with a few showers reaching the north coast, these mostly light but spreading inland this afternoon. Chilly. Maximum temperature 8 °C.Tonight:A rather cloudy evening with scattered showers. Becoming drier through the night with some good clear spells developing and a patchy frost away from coasts. Minimum temperature 0 °C.
