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09/03/2009
Other NI News In Brief
Chief Constable Briefs Policing Board On Double Murder
The Chairman and Vice Chairman of the NI Policing Board met with the Chief Constable Sir Hugh Orde (pictured) this afternoon for an update on the gun attack at Massereene Army base and the police investigation now in progress. Speaking after the meeting, Board Chairman. Professor Sir Desmond Rea said: "It is now clear that the manner in which this attack took place showed complete contempt for human life. Murder was the only mission. The Chief Constable has assured us of his commitment and the commitment of his officers to bring those responsible to justice. This attack has sent shockwaves across our community bringing an unwelcome reminder of our troubled past. The condemnations from right across the community and political spectrum demonstrate unity and resolve that those who carried out this act will not be allowed to undermine the peace process; or the progress that has been made in building a better future for all the people of Northern Ireland in recent times," he said, also urging anyone with information on this attack to "come forward now".
Prison Health Unit Launched
Prisons' Minister Paul Goggins will undertake a series of engagements at Magilligan Prison today, including the official opening of the new healthcare unit and Halward House, a new 60 bed accommodation block at the prison which accepted its first prisoners at the end of last year. He will be accompanied by Val Halward, wife of the late Robin Halward (after whom the house is named) for the official opening of Halward House. During his visit the Minister will also push the button for the half-million print run at the Magilligan Prison Printing Press which is operated by prisoners at the Foyleview Resettlement Unit.
CIT Robbery Probed
Police are investigating an incident which saw a cash in transit van guard robbed on the Crumlin Road in north Belfast. A man slammed against the guard as he returned to his van at about 1pm on Saturday and took a cash box from him. The man then got into a dark blue Ford Mondeo, driven by a second man, which made off into Brompton Park hitting another car as it did so. The Mondeo was found a short time later in the Jamaica Way area of Old Park.
UU Office Opened
Ulster Unionist Party Leader Sir Reg Empey and the party's MEP Jim Nicholson have formally opened Mid-Ulster MLA Billy Armstrong's new Constituency Office in Moneymore. Speaking at the opening on Friday, Mr Armstrong said: "The Moneymore office has been open for some time in advance of the official opening, and has already dealt with many enquiries from constituents from across Mid-Ulster. I am delighted that Sir Reg Empey, and Jim Nicholson were able to attend today."
Signs Enhance Upper Bann Towpath
A major renovation scheme has been launched along the River Bann towpath, which includes modernisation of the area's signage. Large signs which now incorporate more local information will replace the old ones. They display facts and photographs of the history of the area, the types of fish that can be found there, as well as health and safety information. This enhancement scheme was initiated by the River Bann Action Group in conjunction with Friends of the River Bann community interest group and Craigavon Borough Council's Leisure Services department. The new signage which costs £2,000 per sign and £800 for its landscaping is part of a larger regeneration of the area which will see the towpath seats, waste bins and dog bins being upgraded.
Grants For Portaferry Properties
Grants of up to £30,000 are to be made available to property owners in Portaferry, County Down, under the 'Town Centre Living Initiative'. Ards Borough Council was successful in achieving Town Centre Living Initiative Area Status (TCLIA) for Portaferry.
The designation of TCLIA enables owners of vacant commercial or residential property located within a town boundary to access grant assistance of up to £30,000 per property through the Northern Ireland Housing Executive .
(BMcC/JM)
The Chairman and Vice Chairman of the NI Policing Board met with the Chief Constable Sir Hugh Orde (pictured) this afternoon for an update on the gun attack at Massereene Army base and the police investigation now in progress. Speaking after the meeting, Board Chairman. Professor Sir Desmond Rea said: "It is now clear that the manner in which this attack took place showed complete contempt for human life. Murder was the only mission. The Chief Constable has assured us of his commitment and the commitment of his officers to bring those responsible to justice. This attack has sent shockwaves across our community bringing an unwelcome reminder of our troubled past. The condemnations from right across the community and political spectrum demonstrate unity and resolve that those who carried out this act will not be allowed to undermine the peace process; or the progress that has been made in building a better future for all the people of Northern Ireland in recent times," he said, also urging anyone with information on this attack to "come forward now".
Prison Health Unit Launched
Prisons' Minister Paul Goggins will undertake a series of engagements at Magilligan Prison today, including the official opening of the new healthcare unit and Halward House, a new 60 bed accommodation block at the prison which accepted its first prisoners at the end of last year. He will be accompanied by Val Halward, wife of the late Robin Halward (after whom the house is named) for the official opening of Halward House. During his visit the Minister will also push the button for the half-million print run at the Magilligan Prison Printing Press which is operated by prisoners at the Foyleview Resettlement Unit.
CIT Robbery Probed
Police are investigating an incident which saw a cash in transit van guard robbed on the Crumlin Road in north Belfast. A man slammed against the guard as he returned to his van at about 1pm on Saturday and took a cash box from him. The man then got into a dark blue Ford Mondeo, driven by a second man, which made off into Brompton Park hitting another car as it did so. The Mondeo was found a short time later in the Jamaica Way area of Old Park.
UU Office Opened
Ulster Unionist Party Leader Sir Reg Empey and the party's MEP Jim Nicholson have formally opened Mid-Ulster MLA Billy Armstrong's new Constituency Office in Moneymore. Speaking at the opening on Friday, Mr Armstrong said: "The Moneymore office has been open for some time in advance of the official opening, and has already dealt with many enquiries from constituents from across Mid-Ulster. I am delighted that Sir Reg Empey, and Jim Nicholson were able to attend today."
Signs Enhance Upper Bann Towpath
A major renovation scheme has been launched along the River Bann towpath, which includes modernisation of the area's signage. Large signs which now incorporate more local information will replace the old ones. They display facts and photographs of the history of the area, the types of fish that can be found there, as well as health and safety information. This enhancement scheme was initiated by the River Bann Action Group in conjunction with Friends of the River Bann community interest group and Craigavon Borough Council's Leisure Services department. The new signage which costs £2,000 per sign and £800 for its landscaping is part of a larger regeneration of the area which will see the towpath seats, waste bins and dog bins being upgraded.
Grants For Portaferry Properties
Grants of up to £30,000 are to be made available to property owners in Portaferry, County Down, under the 'Town Centre Living Initiative'. Ards Borough Council was successful in achieving Town Centre Living Initiative Area Status (TCLIA) for Portaferry.
The designation of TCLIA enables owners of vacant commercial or residential property located within a town boundary to access grant assistance of up to £30,000 per property through the Northern Ireland Housing Executive .
(BMcC/JM)
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