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26/11/2024
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Police Recover Suspected Firearm In Strabane
Police recovered a suspected firearm yesterday during a search outside Strabane town in County Tyrone.
Detectives from the Police Service's Terrorism Investigation Unit, who are investigating the activities of the New IRA, made the discovery.
The suspected firearm will now be forensically tested while enquiries continue.
The Police has encourage anyone with information, or concerns, to contact 101 or report online.
Department for Communities launches Employment Support Scheme consultation
A public consultation, which will span 12 weeks, on funding for the Employment Support Scheme has been launched by the Department for Communities.
The Equality Impact Assessment (EQIA) sets out the Department's consideration to cease funding the Scheme which commenced in 1981 and closed to new entrants in 2006.
The 'Employment Support Scheme Cessation of Funding' consultation can be located on the DfC website.
The Department welcomes comment on any aspects of the document.
Responses are sought by online survey, email or post and should be received by 16 February 2025.
Appeal For Information Following Warrenpoint Burglary
Police is appealing for information after a sum of money and jewellery were stolen during a burglary at a house in Warrenpoint.
Detectives in Newry CID are investigating the incident which took place at Mourne Drive on Sunday, November 25.
Entry was gained to the property via a rear window sometime between 3pm and midnight.
Police would like to hear from anyone with information that could assist their enquiries and would also like to speak to anyone who saw any suspicious people or vehicles in the area of Mourne Drive, Ardallen Park, Lisieaux Park and Burren Road junction with Lisieaux Park.
Information can be given by calling 101 and quoting reference 17 25/11/24.
Police recovered a suspected firearm yesterday during a search outside Strabane town in County Tyrone.
Detectives from the Police Service's Terrorism Investigation Unit, who are investigating the activities of the New IRA, made the discovery.
The suspected firearm will now be forensically tested while enquiries continue.
The Police has encourage anyone with information, or concerns, to contact 101 or report online.
Department for Communities launches Employment Support Scheme consultation
A public consultation, which will span 12 weeks, on funding for the Employment Support Scheme has been launched by the Department for Communities.
The Equality Impact Assessment (EQIA) sets out the Department's consideration to cease funding the Scheme which commenced in 1981 and closed to new entrants in 2006.
The Department welcomes comment on any aspects of the document.
Responses are sought by online survey, email or post and should be received by 16 February 2025.
Appeal For Information Following Warrenpoint Burglary
Police is appealing for information after a sum of money and jewellery were stolen during a burglary at a house in Warrenpoint.
Detectives in Newry CID are investigating the incident which took place at Mourne Drive on Sunday, November 25.
Entry was gained to the property via a rear window sometime between 3pm and midnight.
Police would like to hear from anyone with information that could assist their enquiries and would also like to speak to anyone who saw any suspicious people or vehicles in the area of Mourne Drive, Ardallen Park, Lisieaux Park and Burren Road junction with Lisieaux Park.
Information can be given by calling 101 and quoting reference 17 25/11/24.
Latest Northern Ireland News
26 November 2024
All NI Schools To Have Defibrillators By End Of Academic Year
All schools in Northern Ireland will be provided with life-saving Automated External Defibrillators (AEDs) by the end of the current academic year.
All NI Schools To Have Defibrillators By End Of Academic Year
All schools in Northern Ireland will be provided with life-saving Automated External Defibrillators (AEDs) by the end of the current academic year.
26 November 2024
Police Issue Fresh Appeal For Missing Boys On 50th Anniversary
Police have made a fresh appeal to the public for information regarding the disappearance of two young boys in west Belfast on the 50th anniversary of the date they went missing.
Police Issue Fresh Appeal For Missing Boys On 50th Anniversary
Police have made a fresh appeal to the public for information regarding the disappearance of two young boys in west Belfast on the 50th anniversary of the date they went missing.
26 November 2024
Searches Conducted In L'Derry Regarding Paramilitary Activity
Police investigating drugs criminality linked to the INLA in L'Derry have conducted a number of searches today.
Searches Conducted In L'Derry Regarding Paramilitary Activity
Police investigating drugs criminality linked to the INLA in L'Derry have conducted a number of searches today.
26 November 2024
Police Ombudsman Issues Appeal Regarding West Belfast Arrest
An appeal for witnesses regarding the arrest of a man in west Belfast has been issued by the Police Ombudsman. The man was arrested by police in the Beechview Park of the Falls Road at approximately 1am on Sunday, October 6.
Police Ombudsman Issues Appeal Regarding West Belfast Arrest
An appeal for witnesses regarding the arrest of a man in west Belfast has been issued by the Police Ombudsman. The man was arrested by police in the Beechview Park of the Falls Road at approximately 1am on Sunday, October 6.
26 November 2024
PSNI Launches Annual Christmas Operation
Police launched Operation Season's Greetings today ahead of the busy festive period. The annual Chrismas operation, which aims to keep people safe in the run-up to and over the Christmas and New Year period, will see an increase in proactive police patrols across key areas of Northern Ireland.
PSNI Launches Annual Christmas Operation
Police launched Operation Season's Greetings today ahead of the busy festive period. The annual Chrismas operation, which aims to keep people safe in the run-up to and over the Christmas and New Year period, will see an increase in proactive police patrols across key areas of Northern Ireland.
26 November 2024
Legislation Introduced For Protection Of Newborns
New legislation has been introduced in Northern Ireland to protect newborn babies from serious brain and spinal problems. From 2026, folic acid will be added to non-wholemeal flour, the Department of Health has announced. The move follows measures to update Bread and Flour Regulations across the four nations following a UK wide consultation.
Legislation Introduced For Protection Of Newborns
New legislation has been introduced in Northern Ireland to protect newborn babies from serious brain and spinal problems. From 2026, folic acid will be added to non-wholemeal flour, the Department of Health has announced. The move follows measures to update Bread and Flour Regulations across the four nations following a UK wide consultation.
26 November 2024
Ergo Invests £4.5m In New Belfast Office And Creates 40 Jobs
A leading IT solutions provider has invested £4.5 million into a new Belfast office which will create 40 high-quality jobs over three years. Ergo's new office in Clockwise, River House, near Belfast's Cathedral Quarter supports its strategy of driving economic growth, job creation, and tech exports from Northern Ireland.
Ergo Invests £4.5m In New Belfast Office And Creates 40 Jobs
A leading IT solutions provider has invested £4.5 million into a new Belfast office which will create 40 high-quality jobs over three years. Ergo's new office in Clockwise, River House, near Belfast's Cathedral Quarter supports its strategy of driving economic growth, job creation, and tech exports from Northern Ireland.
26 November 2024
Other News In Brief
Police Recover Suspected Firearm In Strabane Police recovered a suspected firearm yesterday during a search outside Strabane town in County Tyrone. Detectives from the Police Service's Terrorism Investigation Unit, who are investigating the activities of the New IRA, made the discovery.
Other News In Brief
Police Recover Suspected Firearm In Strabane Police recovered a suspected firearm yesterday during a search outside Strabane town in County Tyrone. Detectives from the Police Service's Terrorism Investigation Unit, who are investigating the activities of the New IRA, made the discovery.
26 November 2024
Campaign Launches To Raise Awareness Of Violence Against Women And Girls
A new digital and PR campaign has been launched to raise awareness of violence against women and girls.
Campaign Launches To Raise Awareness Of Violence Against Women And Girls
A new digital and PR campaign has been launched to raise awareness of violence against women and girls.
26 November 2024
DUP Calls For Full Independent Inquiry Into Hospital Project
The DUP has called on the Health Minister for a full independent inquiry into the handling of the new regional maternity and children's hospital project.
DUP Calls For Full Independent Inquiry Into Hospital Project
The DUP has called on the Health Minister for a full independent inquiry into the handling of the new regional maternity and children's hospital project.
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