09/09/2015
Other News In Brief
New eTendersNI System Launches
A new, improved online tender system for public sector contracts in Northern Ireland has launched.
The new eTendersNI system will make it easier for companies to submit online tenders for government contracts.
The portal has been developed by the Department of Finance and Personnel's Central Procurement Directorate, (CPD), which carries out procurements on behalf of central government departments, agencies and arms-length bodies. CPD is one of the first procurement organisations to use the new system.
DRD To Carry Out River Inspection
The Department of Regional Development (DRD) is to carry out a routine river inspection on Craigavon Bridge and Queen's Quay.
The work, which will take place in September, includes the inspection of the underside of both structures and will take place from a boat in the River Foyle.
Craigavon Bridge will also be subject to a further inspection in October 2015. It will be closed from the lower deck of the bridge on the nights of 06 to 08 October. Both decks of the bridge will remain open to traffic during the day.
Suicide Figures A Wake Up Call – Ramsey
SDLP Foyle MLA Pat Ramsey has described the figures relating to suicide in Northern Ireland as a wake-up call. After attending a presentation by Samaritans in Stormont, Mr Ramsey said the issue required urgent action at both government and community level.
Mr Ramsey said: "The figures relating to suicide in Northern Ireland are devastating and should act as a wake-up call.
"Northern Ireland has the worst suicide rate in the UK and the statistics presented today indicate that a holistic approach is required in dealing with this very serious issue.
"With 35% of suicide victims being unemployed it shows that economic factors have a considerable effect on our mental well-being. This must be noted by everyone in government working to increase job opportunities here.
"We must recognise that for many people opportunity can be the difference between life and death. 40% of victims are also single and so it is clear that this is an issue that cannot be addressed by government alone and will require the vigilance, consideration and time of those in the local community."
(CD/JP)
A new, improved online tender system for public sector contracts in Northern Ireland has launched.
The new eTendersNI system will make it easier for companies to submit online tenders for government contracts.
The portal has been developed by the Department of Finance and Personnel's Central Procurement Directorate, (CPD), which carries out procurements on behalf of central government departments, agencies and arms-length bodies. CPD is one of the first procurement organisations to use the new system.
DRD To Carry Out River Inspection
The Department of Regional Development (DRD) is to carry out a routine river inspection on Craigavon Bridge and Queen's Quay.
The work, which will take place in September, includes the inspection of the underside of both structures and will take place from a boat in the River Foyle.
Craigavon Bridge will also be subject to a further inspection in October 2015. It will be closed from the lower deck of the bridge on the nights of 06 to 08 October. Both decks of the bridge will remain open to traffic during the day.
Suicide Figures A Wake Up Call – Ramsey
SDLP Foyle MLA Pat Ramsey has described the figures relating to suicide in Northern Ireland as a wake-up call. After attending a presentation by Samaritans in Stormont, Mr Ramsey said the issue required urgent action at both government and community level.
Mr Ramsey said: "The figures relating to suicide in Northern Ireland are devastating and should act as a wake-up call.
"Northern Ireland has the worst suicide rate in the UK and the statistics presented today indicate that a holistic approach is required in dealing with this very serious issue.
"With 35% of suicide victims being unemployed it shows that economic factors have a considerable effect on our mental well-being. This must be noted by everyone in government working to increase job opportunities here.
"We must recognise that for many people opportunity can be the difference between life and death. 40% of victims are also single and so it is clear that this is an issue that cannot be addressed by government alone and will require the vigilance, consideration and time of those in the local community."
(CD/JP)
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10 September 2019
DoH Reveal Plan To Reduce Suicide Rates
A plan to reduce suicide rates in Northern Ireland by 10% over the next five years has been unveiled by the Department of Health. The 'Project Life 2' strategy aims to deliver suicide prevention services and support, with a particular focus on deprived areas where rates are over 3.5 times higher.
DoH Reveal Plan To Reduce Suicide Rates
A plan to reduce suicide rates in Northern Ireland by 10% over the next five years has been unveiled by the Department of Health. The 'Project Life 2' strategy aims to deliver suicide prevention services and support, with a particular focus on deprived areas where rates are over 3.5 times higher.
10 September 2018
'It Is OK Not To Be OK' - SDLP
World Suicide Prevention Day should be used as a reminder that "it is OK, not to be OK" and that people should always know that they can seek help, according to SDLP Health Spokesperson Mark H Durkan.
'It Is OK Not To Be OK' - SDLP
World Suicide Prevention Day should be used as a reminder that "it is OK, not to be OK" and that people should always know that they can seek help, according to SDLP Health Spokesperson Mark H Durkan.
10 September 2012
Deprived Areas Linked To Suicide Rates - Health Minister
People living in deprived parts of Northern Ireland are three times as likely as others to commit suicide, the Health Minister has said. Edwin Poots was speaking today to mark World Suicide Prevention Day.
Deprived Areas Linked To Suicide Rates - Health Minister
People living in deprived parts of Northern Ireland are three times as likely as others to commit suicide, the Health Minister has said. Edwin Poots was speaking today to mark World Suicide Prevention Day.
26 February 2010
Assisted Suicide Prosecutions To Continue
Helping someone to kill themselves will remain illegal in Northern Ireland, according to new guidance from the Public Prosecution Service (PPS). Following a widespread public consultation on its interim guidance the PPS has published its policy on prosecuting cases of encouraging and assisting suicide.
Assisted Suicide Prosecutions To Continue
Helping someone to kill themselves will remain illegal in Northern Ireland, according to new guidance from the Public Prosecution Service (PPS). Following a widespread public consultation on its interim guidance the PPS has published its policy on prosecuting cases of encouraging and assisting suicide.
10 September 2007
Papers Highlight NI Suicide Risk
Despite the high suicide rate in Northern Ireland some four out of five GPs do not have specialist knowledge of suicide prevention. The claim comes from Northern Ireland Suicide Prevention Taskforce to mark world suicide prevention day.
Papers Highlight NI Suicide Risk
Despite the high suicide rate in Northern Ireland some four out of five GPs do not have specialist knowledge of suicide prevention. The claim comes from Northern Ireland Suicide Prevention Taskforce to mark world suicide prevention day.
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