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08/08/2023
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Secretary Of State Praises Work On K9 Search And Rescue Dogs
Secretary of State, Chris Heaton Harris MP, has praised the efforts of the K9 Search and Rescue dogs and their handlers following a meeting at the Northern Ireland Office's headquarters in Belfast.
Mr Heaton-Harris personally thanked the team for the work they do to highlight the issue of missing people in Northern Ireland and further afield, and heard more about the services they provide to those in need.
The Secretary of State hailed the "incredible" and "vital" actions of the dogs and their handlers.
Appeal For Information On Arson Attack In Waterside Area Of L'Derry
PSNI detectives in L'Derry have issued an appeal for information following a fire at a house in the Waterside area.
The fire was reported to emergency services at around 11pm on Monday, 07 August. Both NIFRS and police attended the scene where it's believed a window had been broken and an accelerant was used to start the fire. The house was unoccupied at the time and there are no reports of any injuries, however, damage has been caused to the house.
Detective Sergeant Gingell from Strand Road Criminal Investigation Division said: "This was a reckless attack, which could have had serious consequences. The fire, which is being investigated as arson, could have spread and we could be dealing with a very different situation today."
Anyone with information about what happened or who may have seen anything suspicious in the Bonds Street area at around 11pm last night is asked to call police on 101, quoting reference number 2027 of 07/08/23.
You can submit a report online using our non-emergency reporting form via www.psni.police.uk/makeareport/ or contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111 or online at crimestoppers-uk.org/.
Alliance Party Condemns 'Deplorable' Attack On Home Of Polish Family
The Alliance Party has condemned an attack on the home of a Polish family in Newtownabbey, with North Belfast MLA Nuala McAllister describing the act as "deplorable".
During the attack on the couples' house, windows were smashed, along with those of a car. It's said to be the second attack against the couple in the space of just this year, with their home also being targeted back in February.
PSNI say they are treating both as hate crimes.
Ms McAllister said: "This is an utterly deplorable incident and our thoughts and sympathies, as well as our support, are with Mr Sikorski and Ms Kilan at what must be an unimaginably difficult time.
"Everyone who has chosen to make Northern Ireland their home deserves to feel safe, welcomed, and respected wherever they live, free from fear or intimidation. Prejudice and discrimination have absolutely no place in our society, and must be robustly condemned by all across society without question.
"These thugs speak only for themselves and their own ignorance, and do not by any means represent the attitudes of the vast majority of residents in Newtownabbey and the surrounding area.
"The perpetrators are clearly a danger to the community, and we'd urge anyone who may have any information pertaining to the attack to get in touch with police."
Secretary of State, Chris Heaton Harris MP, has praised the efforts of the K9 Search and Rescue dogs and their handlers following a meeting at the Northern Ireland Office's headquarters in Belfast.
Mr Heaton-Harris personally thanked the team for the work they do to highlight the issue of missing people in Northern Ireland and further afield, and heard more about the services they provide to those in need.
The Secretary of State hailed the "incredible" and "vital" actions of the dogs and their handlers.
Appeal For Information On Arson Attack In Waterside Area Of L'Derry
PSNI detectives in L'Derry have issued an appeal for information following a fire at a house in the Waterside area.
The fire was reported to emergency services at around 11pm on Monday, 07 August. Both NIFRS and police attended the scene where it's believed a window had been broken and an accelerant was used to start the fire. The house was unoccupied at the time and there are no reports of any injuries, however, damage has been caused to the house.
Detective Sergeant Gingell from Strand Road Criminal Investigation Division said: "This was a reckless attack, which could have had serious consequences. The fire, which is being investigated as arson, could have spread and we could be dealing with a very different situation today."
Anyone with information about what happened or who may have seen anything suspicious in the Bonds Street area at around 11pm last night is asked to call police on 101, quoting reference number 2027 of 07/08/23.
You can submit a report online using our non-emergency reporting form via www.psni.police.uk/makeareport/ or contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111 or online at crimestoppers-uk.org/.
Alliance Party Condemns 'Deplorable' Attack On Home Of Polish Family
The Alliance Party has condemned an attack on the home of a Polish family in Newtownabbey, with North Belfast MLA Nuala McAllister describing the act as "deplorable".
During the attack on the couples' house, windows were smashed, along with those of a car. It's said to be the second attack against the couple in the space of just this year, with their home also being targeted back in February.
PSNI say they are treating both as hate crimes.
Ms McAllister said: "This is an utterly deplorable incident and our thoughts and sympathies, as well as our support, are with Mr Sikorski and Ms Kilan at what must be an unimaginably difficult time.
"Everyone who has chosen to make Northern Ireland their home deserves to feel safe, welcomed, and respected wherever they live, free from fear or intimidation. Prejudice and discrimination have absolutely no place in our society, and must be robustly condemned by all across society without question.
"These thugs speak only for themselves and their own ignorance, and do not by any means represent the attitudes of the vast majority of residents in Newtownabbey and the surrounding area.
"The perpetrators are clearly a danger to the community, and we'd urge anyone who may have any information pertaining to the attack to get in touch with police."
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Minister welcomes launch of emergency procedures leaflet
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Minister welcomes launch of emergency procedures leaflet
NIO Minister Angela Smith has welcomed today's Home Office announcement that every home in Northern Ireland is to receive a leaflet informing them of what to do in the event of an emergency. The leaflet 'Preparing for Emergencies, what you need to know' is part of a Government public information campaign which will run over the next four weeks.
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£20,000 Reward For Information On Murder Of Mark Hall
Detectives from the PSNI's Major Investigation Team have issued a fresh appeal for information on the murder of Mark Hall, alongside the offer of a £20,000 reward from Crimestoppers. Mark Hall (31) was murdered in a gun attack in west Belfast last December.
£20,000 Reward For Information On Murder Of Mark Hall
Detectives from the PSNI's Major Investigation Team have issued a fresh appeal for information on the murder of Mark Hall, alongside the offer of a £20,000 reward from Crimestoppers. Mark Hall (31) was murdered in a gun attack in west Belfast last December.
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