Northern Ireland News for February 2002 : Page 8
Northern Ireland News, Feb 11, 2002
UUP criticised for demanding Orange Order dues
Senior Ulster Unionist William Ross has criticised the UUP for making a "backdoor attempt" to reduce the influence of the Orange Order in the party's ruling council. The former Londonderry MP – and l...
UUP criticised for demanding Orange Order dues
Senior Ulster Unionist William Ross has criticised the UUP for making a "backdoor attempt" to reduce the influence of the Orange Order in the party's ruling council. The former Londonderry MP – and l...
Northern Ireland News, Feb 11, 2002
Local council and Sx3 deliver e-Government solution
An e-government solution, pioneered and developed by Sx3 in Northern Ireland, is go live for the first time throughout the UK at Lisburn Borough Council. The new product gives domestic and business r...
Local council and Sx3 deliver e-Government solution
An e-government solution, pioneered and developed by Sx3 in Northern Ireland, is go live for the first time throughout the UK at Lisburn Borough Council. The new product gives domestic and business r...
Northern Ireland News, Feb 11, 2002
Reid calls on Sinn Féin to join Policing Board
The Northern Ireland Secretary of State has once again called on Sinn Féin to take up their seats on the Police Board. Dr John Reid made his appeal before embarking to the US for a series of meetings...
Reid calls on Sinn Féin to join Policing Board
The Northern Ireland Secretary of State has once again called on Sinn Féin to take up their seats on the Police Board. Dr John Reid made his appeal before embarking to the US for a series of meetings...
Business News, Feb 11, 2002
UK Airport passenger numbers continue to fall
The British Airports Authority has revealed that passenger numbers at the UK's main airports fell again last month. However, while BAA said that 7.9 million passengers passed through the UK's main ai...
UK Airport passenger numbers continue to fall
The British Airports Authority has revealed that passenger numbers at the UK's main airports fell again last month. However, while BAA said that 7.9 million passengers passed through the UK's main ai...
Business News, Feb 11, 2002
All-island online e-business partnership created
A new all-island online partnership has been created involving Belfast-based information provider nevada tele.com, and TradeNet Ireland, Ireland's business-to-business network for small and medium ent...
All-island online e-business partnership created
A new all-island online partnership has been created involving Belfast-based information provider nevada tele.com, and TradeNet Ireland, Ireland's business-to-business network for small and medium ent...
Northern Ireland News, Feb 11, 2002
Woman seriously injured in attack from motorway bridge
Two youths have been arrested following an incident where a boulder thrown from the Hightown Road bridge over the M2 went through a passing car's windscreen seriously injuring the driver. The woman, ...
Woman seriously injured in attack from motorway bridge
Two youths have been arrested following an incident where a boulder thrown from the Hightown Road bridge over the M2 went through a passing car's windscreen seriously injuring the driver. The woman, ...
Northern Ireland News, Feb 11, 2002
Public consultation begins on Invest NI corporate plan
Invest Northern Ireland have launched the new economic development body’s draft corporate plan for public consultation. Invest NI Chairman of the Shadow Board Professor Fabian Monds and Chief Executi...
Public consultation begins on Invest NI corporate plan
Invest Northern Ireland have launched the new economic development body’s draft corporate plan for public consultation. Invest NI Chairman of the Shadow Board Professor Fabian Monds and Chief Executi...
Business News, Feb 11, 2002
First Road Transport Management Diplomas awarded
The first graduates from a new advanced training course have been awarded the FTA Diploma in Road Transport Management after a period of intensive study. The new scheme, which has been devised by the...
First Road Transport Management Diplomas awarded
The first graduates from a new advanced training course have been awarded the FTA Diploma in Road Transport Management after a period of intensive study. The new scheme, which has been devised by the...
Northern Ireland News, Feb 11, 2002
Randalstown factory to close with the loss of 220 jobs
Around 220 jobs are set to go at the Dorma factory in Randalstown after it was revealed that a last ditch rescue bid has failed. The announcement followed a failed management buyout which if successf...
Randalstown factory to close with the loss of 220 jobs
Around 220 jobs are set to go at the Dorma factory in Randalstown after it was revealed that a last ditch rescue bid has failed. The announcement followed a failed management buyout which if successf...
Northern Ireland News, Feb 11, 2002
Major milestone for Derry-based joinery firm
Derry-based O'Neill Bros is maintaining its reputation as one of Ireland's leading specialist joinery companies after having successfully completed its latest multi-million pound project in County Mea...
Major milestone for Derry-based joinery firm
Derry-based O'Neill Bros is maintaining its reputation as one of Ireland's leading specialist joinery companies after having successfully completed its latest multi-million pound project in County Mea...
Business News, Feb 11, 2002
Roofing and building specialists win IiP award
Roofing and building specialists, the David Jameson Group of Companies, have received the prestigious 'Investors in People' Award from First Minister, David Trimble and Sir Reg Empey, Minister for Tra...
Roofing and building specialists win IiP award
Roofing and building specialists, the David Jameson Group of Companies, have received the prestigious 'Investors in People' Award from First Minister, David Trimble and Sir Reg Empey, Minister for Tra...
Business News, Feb 11, 2002
Consilium Technologies survey e-Government progress
Software solutions company Consilium Technologies have completed their detailed study of the progress being made towards establishing the e-Government infrastructure in the UK's 280 councils. Accordi...
Consilium Technologies survey e-Government progress
Software solutions company Consilium Technologies have completed their detailed study of the progress being made towards establishing the e-Government infrastructure in the UK's 280 councils. Accordi...
Northern Ireland News, Feb 11, 2002
Installation of CCTV system begins in North Belfast
The Northern Ireland Office Security Minister Jane Kennedy has announced that work commenced on Monday January 11 to put a CCTV surveillance system in place in North Belfast. Announcing the security ...
Installation of CCTV system begins in North Belfast
The Northern Ireland Office Security Minister Jane Kennedy has announced that work commenced on Monday January 11 to put a CCTV surveillance system in place in North Belfast. Announcing the security ...
Northern Ireland News, Feb 11, 2002
Police make arrests following street violence in North Belfast
Two people were arrested in North Belfast on Monday morning as minor street violence erupted following a weekend of tension. Disturbances in the Arthur Bridge area of the Whitewell Road on February 1...
Police make arrests following street violence in North Belfast
Two people were arrested in North Belfast on Monday morning as minor street violence erupted following a weekend of tension. Disturbances in the Arthur Bridge area of the Whitewell Road on February 1...
Northern Ireland News, Feb 11, 2002
Allied Bakeries Ireland win Makro sole supplier contract
Northern Ireland's biggest bakery Allied Bakeries Ireland has been named as the sole supplier of bakery products to Makro Belfast. The announcement of the deal, which is worth an estimated £1 million...
Allied Bakeries Ireland win Makro sole supplier contract
Northern Ireland's biggest bakery Allied Bakeries Ireland has been named as the sole supplier of bakery products to Makro Belfast. The announcement of the deal, which is worth an estimated £1 million...
Business News, Feb 8, 2002
Report details advice to reduce conflict in the workplace
A leading UK recruitment and specialist training provider has published a report offering advice to employers on the issue of workplace conflict. The Lawrence Allison report, 'Practical Assistance fo...
Report details advice to reduce conflict in the workplace
A leading UK recruitment and specialist training provider has published a report offering advice to employers on the issue of workplace conflict. The Lawrence Allison report, 'Practical Assistance fo...
Business News, Feb 8, 2002
UKAS push Royal Crown certification scheme
The United Kingdom Accreditation Service (UKAS) aim to ensure British business choose wisely by looking for the UKAS Mark featuring the Royal Crown when purchasing certification, testing, inspection a...
UKAS push Royal Crown certification scheme
The United Kingdom Accreditation Service (UKAS) aim to ensure British business choose wisely by looking for the UKAS Mark featuring the Royal Crown when purchasing certification, testing, inspection a...
Business News, Feb 8, 2002
UK interest rates remain on hold
Interest rates are on hold following the Bank of England's decision to keep the current level of interest at 4 per cent. In a move which has been described as "disappointing but understandable" by th...
UK interest rates remain on hold
Interest rates are on hold following the Bank of England's decision to keep the current level of interest at 4 per cent. In a move which has been described as "disappointing but understandable" by th...
Northern Ireland News, Feb 8, 2002
Sports Crest announces investment package
Bangor-based embroidery company, Sports Crest, has announced an investment package of £150,000 over the next 12 months as part of the company's continuing expansion drive. The latest stage in the dev...
Sports Crest announces investment package
Bangor-based embroidery company, Sports Crest, has announced an investment package of £150,000 over the next 12 months as part of the company's continuing expansion drive. The latest stage in the dev...
Northern Ireland News, Feb 8, 2002
Royal Mail workers threaten strike action
A national postal strike could be on the cards if Royal Mail workers pursue industrial action in support of a 5 per cent pay rise. In a vote held on Wednesday February 6, over 60 per cent of employee...
Royal Mail workers threaten strike action
A national postal strike could be on the cards if Royal Mail workers pursue industrial action in support of a 5 per cent pay rise. In a vote held on Wednesday February 6, over 60 per cent of employee...
Northern Ireland News, Feb 8, 2002
Policing Board revamp investigation in bid to end rift
In a bid to end the rift between the Police Ombudsman and the Chief Constable, the Policing Board have decided to appoint a senior officer from England to conduct the investigation into the Omagh bomb...
Policing Board revamp investigation in bid to end rift
In a bid to end the rift between the Police Ombudsman and the Chief Constable, the Policing Board have decided to appoint a senior officer from England to conduct the investigation into the Omagh bomb...
Northern Ireland News, Feb 8, 2002
Assembly Health Committee to hear expert opinions on MMR
The Vice Chair of the Assembly's Health Committee has welcomed proposals for detailed discussions on the MMR vaccinations. SDLP MLA Tommy Gallagher said that this had become a "hugely important issue...
Assembly Health Committee to hear expert opinions on MMR
The Vice Chair of the Assembly's Health Committee has welcomed proposals for detailed discussions on the MMR vaccinations. SDLP MLA Tommy Gallagher said that this had become a "hugely important issue...
Northern Ireland News, Feb 8, 2002
Award winning Newry firm moves to issue shares
Newry-based software firm First Derivatives is set to float on the Alternative Investment Market (AIM) in order to raise necessary funds for further investment and acquisition. The company, which des...
Award winning Newry firm moves to issue shares
Newry-based software firm First Derivatives is set to float on the Alternative Investment Market (AIM) in order to raise necessary funds for further investment and acquisition. The company, which des...
Northern Ireland News, Feb 8, 2002
Northern Ireland’s waste to be tackled at BIFM conference
This year’s annual BIFM Facilities Management Conference at W5 in the Odyssey Arena, Belfast, on March 22, is to discuss ways to reduce the huge amount of waste Northern Ireland produces annually. Ar...
Northern Ireland’s waste to be tackled at BIFM conference
This year’s annual BIFM Facilities Management Conference at W5 in the Odyssey Arena, Belfast, on March 22, is to discuss ways to reduce the huge amount of waste Northern Ireland produces annually. Ar...
Northern Ireland News, Feb 8, 2002
Explosion at military training area seriously injures man
A Ministry of Defence employee has been seriously injured following an explosion at a military training centre in County Londonderry. The man was rushed to the Causeway Hospital in Coleraine with ext...
Explosion at military training area seriously injures man
A Ministry of Defence employee has been seriously injured following an explosion at a military training centre in County Londonderry. The man was rushed to the Causeway Hospital in Coleraine with ext...
Northern Ireland News, Feb 8, 2002
EU projects aids local farmers diversify into tourism
An innovative project funded by the EU Interred II programme has helped 30 farmers in the Carlingford and Strangford Lough areas diversify from farming to the tourism industry. Due to falling incomes...
EU projects aids local farmers diversify into tourism
An innovative project funded by the EU Interred II programme has helped 30 farmers in the Carlingford and Strangford Lough areas diversify from farming to the tourism industry. Due to falling incomes...
Business News, Feb 8, 2002
Easyjet enjoy rise in passenger numbers
Low-cost carrier Easyjet has revealed yet another rise in passenger numbers, as the latest figures show the airline's soaring popularity with passenger numbers up by over 30 per cent on the same time ...
Easyjet enjoy rise in passenger numbers
Low-cost carrier Easyjet has revealed yet another rise in passenger numbers, as the latest figures show the airline's soaring popularity with passenger numbers up by over 30 per cent on the same time ...
Business News, Feb 8, 2002
DoE guidance serves up fast food planning
The DoE has introduced new planning guidance for the expanding fast food outlet sector. Senior Planning Officer, Hilary Heslip, said: “In recent years, the rapid increase in fast food catering has i...
DoE guidance serves up fast food planning
The DoE has introduced new planning guidance for the expanding fast food outlet sector. Senior Planning Officer, Hilary Heslip, said: “In recent years, the rapid increase in fast food catering has i...
Recruitment News, Feb 8, 2002
Minister backs 'crucial' construction training series
The Minister for State and Industry, Brian Wilson, has described a new serious of construction training workshops as playing 'a crucial role' in delivering improvements throughout the industry. The t...
Minister backs 'crucial' construction training series
The Minister for State and Industry, Brian Wilson, has described a new serious of construction training workshops as playing 'a crucial role' in delivering improvements throughout the industry. The t...
Northern Ireland News, Feb 8, 2002
Prince of Wales visits reconciliation centre
The Prince of Wales has spent the last day of his two-day visit outing to Northern Ireland visiting a reconciliation centre in Dunmurray. Prince Charles talked to people who have benefited from the R...
Prince of Wales visits reconciliation centre
The Prince of Wales has spent the last day of his two-day visit outing to Northern Ireland visiting a reconciliation centre in Dunmurray. Prince Charles talked to people who have benefited from the R...
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Northern Ireland WeatherToday:A sunny but frosty start for many. However cloud increases by midday with a few showers reaching the north coast, these mostly light but spreading inland this afternoon. Chilly. Maximum temperature 8 °C.Tonight:A rather cloudy evening with scattered showers. Becoming drier through the night with some good clear spells developing and a patchy frost away from coasts. Minimum temperature 0 °C.