02 April 2012

Other News In Brief

O’Dowd Approves Primary School Closure

Education Minister, John O’Dowd, has approved a development proposal to close Redburn Primary School in Holywood, Co Down.

Commenting on the decision, Mr O’Dowd said: "I have agreed to the closure of Redburn Primary School. In recent years, the school has suffered from declining enrolments and in the current school year has only 66 children enrolled. I am confident that the children’s educational needs can now be best met at alternative schools within the area where there is sufficient surplus capacity.

"I would also like to pay tribute to all those connected with Redburn Primary School who over many years have shown their commitment and dedication to the school and its pupils."

Petrol Bomb Attack

Police in Foyle are appealing for information after a report of a petrol bomb attack at residential premises at the Fern Park area on Saturday, 31st March.

Shortly after 11:15am, it was reported that a petrol bomb device was thrown at the door of a house in the area. Three males, who were inside the house at the time of the incident were treated for smoke inhalation. Their injuries are not believed to be life-threatening.

Northern Ireland Ambulance and Fire and Rescue Services attended the scene and enquiries are continuing. Anyone with information about the incident or noticed anything suspicious in the area is asked to contact police in Foyle on 0845 600 8000.

A&E Trolley Death Family Seek Post Mortem Answers

The family of a patient who died on a hospital trolley while waiting to be treated at Royal Victoria Hospital's A&E department want to know why he did not receive a post-mortem exam.

The 77 year old male, who suffered from motor neurone disease, died on 6 March after waiting almost 24 hours for treatment.

The family will meet the Belfast health trust later.

(GK)