12/08/2025
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DUP MLA Condemns Brendan McFarlane Tribute
North Belfast DUP MLA Phillip Brett has condemned a tribute to IRA terrorist Brendan 'Bik' McFarlane at Féile an Phobail, describing it as "deeply offensive to victims and their families." Mr Brett said that McFarlane was a convicted terrorist responsible for murder and destruction, including his role in the 1975 Bayardo Bar bombing which claimed the lives of five people.
Mr Brett stated that romanticising the actions of the IRA is an insult to bereaved families and that victims deserve better. He said he will continue to stand up for victims and "tell the truth" about McFarlane's role in a campaign of violence which devastated lives.
Kelly Seeks Clarity Over Arrest at Palestinian Vigil
Sinn Féin MLA Gerry Kelly has written to the Chief Constable for clarity over the arrest of a woman at a Palestinian solidarity vigil. The party’s policing spokesperson said he wanted to know why Máire Mhic an Fhailí was arrested after providing her details in Irish, while others at the same event were only cautioned.
Mr Kelly stated that highlighting the situation in Palestine and Gaza is not a crime, and neither is speaking Irish. He went on to say that the "real crime is Israel’s policy of ethnic cleansing, starvation and genocide."
Man Released On Bail After L'Derry Drug Arrest
A 31-year-old man arrested in the Strand Road area of L'Derry on Sunday, 10 August, has been released on bail. The man was arrested on suspicion of a number of offences, including being concerned in the supply of a Class A and a Class B controlled substance. He has been released to allow for further police enquiries.
North Belfast DUP MLA Phillip Brett has condemned a tribute to IRA terrorist Brendan 'Bik' McFarlane at Féile an Phobail, describing it as "deeply offensive to victims and their families." Mr Brett said that McFarlane was a convicted terrorist responsible for murder and destruction, including his role in the 1975 Bayardo Bar bombing which claimed the lives of five people.
Mr Brett stated that romanticising the actions of the IRA is an insult to bereaved families and that victims deserve better. He said he will continue to stand up for victims and "tell the truth" about McFarlane's role in a campaign of violence which devastated lives.
Kelly Seeks Clarity Over Arrest at Palestinian Vigil
Mr Kelly stated that highlighting the situation in Palestine and Gaza is not a crime, and neither is speaking Irish. He went on to say that the "real crime is Israel’s policy of ethnic cleansing, starvation and genocide."
Man Released On Bail After L'Derry Drug Arrest
A 31-year-old man arrested in the Strand Road area of L'Derry on Sunday, 10 August, has been released on bail. The man was arrested on suspicion of a number of offences, including being concerned in the supply of a Class A and a Class B controlled substance. He has been released to allow for further police enquiries.
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17 December 2007
International Drugs Operation Nets Four
A man is due to appear before Newry Magistrates' Court charged in connection with the seizure of heroin worth over €3 million in Co. Louth last week. The man, who was arrested in Banbridge in Co. Down, is charged with the unlawful importation of Class A drugs and the supply of Class A drugs.
International Drugs Operation Nets Four
A man is due to appear before Newry Magistrates' Court charged in connection with the seizure of heroin worth over €3 million in Co. Louth last week. The man, who was arrested in Banbridge in Co. Down, is charged with the unlawful importation of Class A drugs and the supply of Class A drugs.
10 September 2010
IRA Boss Wins Damages
An IRA jail 'commander' who was in charge when 38 inmates staged a mass breakout from the former Maze prison has been awarded substantial damages over his prosecution for the kidnap of supermarket boss Don Tidey.
IRA Boss Wins Damages
An IRA jail 'commander' who was in charge when 38 inmates staged a mass breakout from the former Maze prison has been awarded substantial damages over his prosecution for the kidnap of supermarket boss Don Tidey.
29 January 2020
Malcolm McKeown: Police Make One Arrest
Detectives probing the fatal shooting of Malcolm McKeown outside a Co Down petrol station have arrested a man in his twenties. Mr McKeown, aged 54, was found dead in his car outside Dewart's Garage in Waringstown on Monday 19 August. He had been shot six times. The suspect, aged 26, has been taken to Musgrave Station for questioning.
Malcolm McKeown: Police Make One Arrest
Detectives probing the fatal shooting of Malcolm McKeown outside a Co Down petrol station have arrested a man in his twenties. Mr McKeown, aged 54, was found dead in his car outside Dewart's Garage in Waringstown on Monday 19 August. He had been shot six times. The suspect, aged 26, has been taken to Musgrave Station for questioning.
19 December 2017
Bulgarian Man Arrested In NI Over Murder In Native Country
A man from Bulgaria has been arrested in connection with a murder in his native country. The PSNI detained the suspect in Co Antrim on Sunday, 17 December, after a European Arrest Warrant was issued in Bulgaria. The 41-year-old appeared before Belfast Recorders Court on Monday, 18 December, and has been remanded in custody.
Bulgarian Man Arrested In NI Over Murder In Native Country
A man from Bulgaria has been arrested in connection with a murder in his native country. The PSNI detained the suspect in Co Antrim on Sunday, 17 December, after a European Arrest Warrant was issued in Bulgaria. The 41-year-old appeared before Belfast Recorders Court on Monday, 18 December, and has been remanded in custody.
12 May 2017
Man Extradited From France Over Alleged Rape
A man has been extradited from France to Northern Ireland over an alleged rape. The 26-year-old Romanian national was extradited from Lyon using a European Arrest Warrant. A spokesperson from the PSNI said: "The man is sought for trial in Northern Ireland following an alleged offence of rape in the Portadown area in 2014.
Man Extradited From France Over Alleged Rape
A man has been extradited from France to Northern Ireland over an alleged rape. The 26-year-old Romanian national was extradited from Lyon using a European Arrest Warrant. A spokesperson from the PSNI said: "The man is sought for trial in Northern Ireland following an alleged offence of rape in the Portadown area in 2014.
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