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Man Convicted Of Benefit Fraud
A man has been convicted for claiming benefits he was not entitled to at Newry Magistrates' Court.
Andrew Graham claimed Jobseeker's Allowance totalling £2,785 while failing to declare employment. He was given a Conditional Discharge for two years.
He is also required to repay any outstanding money wrongfully obtained to the Department for Communities.
Work Complete On Apartment Complex In Co Tyrone
A housing association in Northern Ireland has completed work on a new apartment complex in Coalisland, Co Tyrone.
The £1.8 million scheme in the Plater's Hill area is owned by Habinteg NI.
Funding was provided by the Northern Ireland Housing Executive, delivered through the Department for Communities.
A spokesperson from the Northern Ireland Federation of Housing Associations (NIFHA) said: "A derelict wedge of ground in the heart of the town, widely regarded as an eyesore, has been redeveloped to provide modern, stylish apartments which are due for completion by the end of April.
"Well done to everyone at Habinteg for delivering more great homes and helping to build thriving communities."
Call For Investment In Arts Sector
Alliance MLA Paula Bradshaw has said more investment needs to take place in the arts, after a major event looking at the contribution of the sector here.
The Big Arts Debate, which took place in the Long Gallery at Parliament Buildings, was designed to allow MLAs and others to hear directly from the creative community about the contribution the arts make to improve life here and contribute to a wide range of sectors.
"This was a welcome event – Alliance are supportive of the arts sector, fully recognising the contribution of the organisations and the theatres across Northern Ireland to community cohesion, tackling isolation and improving relations," said Ms Bradshaw.
"Arts are an important outlet in our society, allowing us to not only develop creativity but bring in wider benefits, such as to the economy, and mental and personal wellbeing. They play a major part in uniting our society, despite the limited funds given to them compared with the rest of the UK."
(CD/JP)
A man has been convicted for claiming benefits he was not entitled to at Newry Magistrates' Court.
Andrew Graham claimed Jobseeker's Allowance totalling £2,785 while failing to declare employment. He was given a Conditional Discharge for two years.
He is also required to repay any outstanding money wrongfully obtained to the Department for Communities.
Work Complete On Apartment Complex In Co Tyrone
A housing association in Northern Ireland has completed work on a new apartment complex in Coalisland, Co Tyrone.
The £1.8 million scheme in the Plater's Hill area is owned by Habinteg NI.
Funding was provided by the Northern Ireland Housing Executive, delivered through the Department for Communities.
A spokesperson from the Northern Ireland Federation of Housing Associations (NIFHA) said: "A derelict wedge of ground in the heart of the town, widely regarded as an eyesore, has been redeveloped to provide modern, stylish apartments which are due for completion by the end of April.
"Well done to everyone at Habinteg for delivering more great homes and helping to build thriving communities."
Call For Investment In Arts Sector
Alliance MLA Paula Bradshaw has said more investment needs to take place in the arts, after a major event looking at the contribution of the sector here.
The Big Arts Debate, which took place in the Long Gallery at Parliament Buildings, was designed to allow MLAs and others to hear directly from the creative community about the contribution the arts make to improve life here and contribute to a wide range of sectors.
"This was a welcome event – Alliance are supportive of the arts sector, fully recognising the contribution of the organisations and the theatres across Northern Ireland to community cohesion, tackling isolation and improving relations," said Ms Bradshaw.
"Arts are an important outlet in our society, allowing us to not only develop creativity but bring in wider benefits, such as to the economy, and mental and personal wellbeing. They play a major part in uniting our society, despite the limited funds given to them compared with the rest of the UK."
(CD/JP)
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The newly refurbished Crescent Arts Centre in Belfast has been re-opened, following an 18-month restoration project. The £7.2m scheme involved a refurbishment and restoration, which has preserved the exterior façade of the Grade II listed building. The refurbished centre includes an extension that increases the accommodation by approximately 900m2.
10 October 2012
Latest City Of Culture News Released
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Latest City Of Culture News Released
The newest details of the L’Derry City of Culture events programme have been revealed by the Arts Council in Northern Ireland. The news follows an investment of £1m in 18 new arts projects. The funding will support local arts organisations in new artistic ventures, including theatre productions, live music, dance performances and the visual arts.
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April Opening For Revamped Arts Centre
Belfast's refurbished Crescent Arts Centre will opens its doors to the public in April, it has been confirmed. The £7.2m restoration project at the listed Victorian complex began in September 2008. Works undertaken at the arts centre include the creation of new state-of-the-art dance studios, performance spaces and photography studios.
April Opening For Revamped Arts Centre
Belfast's refurbished Crescent Arts Centre will opens its doors to the public in April, it has been confirmed. The £7.2m restoration project at the listed Victorian complex began in September 2008. Works undertaken at the arts centre include the creation of new state-of-the-art dance studios, performance spaces and photography studios.
16 February 2011
'Testers' Try Out NI Arts' Scene
More than 4,000 'testers' have sampled NI's rich, cultural arts scene for the very first time, thanks to Test Drive the Arts NI. Celebrating its first birthday this month, Test Drive the Arts has helped pack-out theatres and venues as newcomers to the arts experienced some of the hottest shows.
'Testers' Try Out NI Arts' Scene
More than 4,000 'testers' have sampled NI's rich, cultural arts scene for the very first time, thanks to Test Drive the Arts NI. Celebrating its first birthday this month, Test Drive the Arts has helped pack-out theatres and venues as newcomers to the arts experienced some of the hottest shows.
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