Menu
16/11/2017
Other News In Brief
No MOT Tests For Tractors
Tractors will not have to undergo MOT tests, the Department for Infrastructure has confirmed.
The Ulster Farmers Union (UFU) welcomed the announcement after raising concerns over reports that Fastrac type tractors, often used by contractors, would face MOTs if they were used at all on public roads.
Deputy President of the UFU, Ivor Ferguson, said: "This is welcome, since the last thing farmers needed was the hassle, cost and time of having to get an MOT. This would have driven up contractor costs, which would have been a burden for all farmers."
However, tractors being used for commercial purposes outside agriculture may have to undergo an MOT test.
Translink Called To Install Anti-Sectarian Poster Campaign
Translink has been called to install an anti-sectarian poster campaign on its trains and buses after Nil By Mouth offered to donate the artwork and concept free of charge.
The Scottish anti-sectarian group said they would be more than happy to donate the artwork.
Alliance MLA Stewart Dickson said: "Nil by Mouth do a fantastic job challenging sectarianism in all aspects of society. That attempt to eliminate sectarian attitudes and behaviour could translate easily to Northern Ireland.
"The idea of a poster campaign directly tackling sectarianism on buses and trains here is a good one, made all the better by Nil by Mouth offering its concept and artwork free of charge."
CBRE Capital Advisors To Manage New £100m Investment Fund
CBRE Capital Advisors has been appointed to manage a new £100m investment fund.
Permanent Secretary Hugh Widdis said: "This Fund, agreed by the previous Executive, will focus investment in the areas of regeneration, office and low carbon projects to deliver economic growth. It will play a significant role in supporting private sector investment in key areas of local development over the next decade."
CBRE has been appointed to manage the Fund for 15 years. They will lever in private finance and reinvest the £100 million over this period to deliver significant benefits for Northern Ireland.
(CD/JP)
Tractors will not have to undergo MOT tests, the Department for Infrastructure has confirmed.
The Ulster Farmers Union (UFU) welcomed the announcement after raising concerns over reports that Fastrac type tractors, often used by contractors, would face MOTs if they were used at all on public roads.
Deputy President of the UFU, Ivor Ferguson, said: "This is welcome, since the last thing farmers needed was the hassle, cost and time of having to get an MOT. This would have driven up contractor costs, which would have been a burden for all farmers."
However, tractors being used for commercial purposes outside agriculture may have to undergo an MOT test.
Translink Called To Install Anti-Sectarian Poster Campaign
Translink has been called to install an anti-sectarian poster campaign on its trains and buses after Nil By Mouth offered to donate the artwork and concept free of charge.
The Scottish anti-sectarian group said they would be more than happy to donate the artwork.
Alliance MLA Stewart Dickson said: "Nil by Mouth do a fantastic job challenging sectarianism in all aspects of society. That attempt to eliminate sectarian attitudes and behaviour could translate easily to Northern Ireland.
"The idea of a poster campaign directly tackling sectarianism on buses and trains here is a good one, made all the better by Nil by Mouth offering its concept and artwork free of charge."
CBRE Capital Advisors To Manage New £100m Investment Fund
CBRE Capital Advisors has been appointed to manage a new £100m investment fund.
Permanent Secretary Hugh Widdis said: "This Fund, agreed by the previous Executive, will focus investment in the areas of regeneration, office and low carbon projects to deliver economic growth. It will play a significant role in supporting private sector investment in key areas of local development over the next decade."
CBRE has been appointed to manage the Fund for 15 years. They will lever in private finance and reinvest the £100 million over this period to deliver significant benefits for Northern Ireland.
(CD/JP)
Related Northern Ireland News Stories
Click here for the latest headlines.
14 November 2024
Minister Murphy Raises Economic Concerns in London
Economy Minister Conor Murphy today raised a number of key economic issues with British Government Ministers during a visit to London.
Minister Murphy Raises Economic Concerns in London
Economy Minister Conor Murphy today raised a number of key economic issues with British Government Ministers during a visit to London.
19 November 2024
Seating Matters To Create 62 New Jobs In £3.7m Investment
Economy Minister Conor Murphy has announced a significant investment by Seating Matters, a leading global manufacturer of therapeutic seating solutions. The company will invest £3.7 million in its facilities in Limavady and Derry, creating 62 new jobs over the next two years.
Seating Matters To Create 62 New Jobs In £3.7m Investment
Economy Minister Conor Murphy has announced a significant investment by Seating Matters, a leading global manufacturer of therapeutic seating solutions. The company will invest £3.7 million in its facilities in Limavady and Derry, creating 62 new jobs over the next two years.
25 November 2024
Ergo Invests £4.5m In NI Expansion
Leading IT solutions provider, Ergo, will invest £4.5 million to expand into Northern Ireland, creating 40 high-quality jobs over the next three years.
Ergo Invests £4.5m In NI Expansion
Leading IT solutions provider, Ergo, will invest £4.5 million to expand into Northern Ireland, creating 40 high-quality jobs over the next three years.
30 October 2002
Minister calls for introduction of MOT disc
Parliamentary Under-Secretary of State, Angela Smith has announced proposals for the introduction of an MOT disc for motorists in Northern Ireland. It is hoped that the MOT disc, like the tax disc, will act as a reminder to motorists when their MOT test is due.
Minister calls for introduction of MOT disc
Parliamentary Under-Secretary of State, Angela Smith has announced proposals for the introduction of an MOT disc for motorists in Northern Ireland. It is hoped that the MOT disc, like the tax disc, will act as a reminder to motorists when their MOT test is due.
27 November 2024
Pathway Fund Applications Open For Early Years Providers
Education Minister, Paul Givan, has announced the opening of online applications for the Targeted Early Years Pathway Fund for the 2025/26 and 2026/27 academic years. The Pathway Fund, introduced in 2016, aims to provide early years education services for children aged 0-4 who may be at risk of falling behind in their education.
Pathway Fund Applications Open For Early Years Providers
Education Minister, Paul Givan, has announced the opening of online applications for the Targeted Early Years Pathway Fund for the 2025/26 and 2026/27 academic years. The Pathway Fund, introduced in 2016, aims to provide early years education services for children aged 0-4 who may be at risk of falling behind in their education.
-
Northern Ireland WeatherThis Evening and Tonight:Rain clearing away east by early evening with some clear spells but a few showers likely to affect the North coast and other areas towards dawn, remaining breezy and mild overnight. Minimum temperature 9 °C.
