Northern Ireland News for September 2003 : Page 14
UK National News, Sep 4, 2003
Interest rates stick at 3.5%
The Bank of England’s Monetary Policy Committee has announced that the UK interest rate will be held at 3.5%. Many leading economists consider that the interest rate may have reached its lowest point...
Interest rates stick at 3.5%
The Bank of England’s Monetary Policy Committee has announced that the UK interest rate will be held at 3.5%. Many leading economists consider that the interest rate may have reached its lowest point...
UK National News, Sep 4, 2003
Welsh crime projects win praise
Two proactive projects tackling crime, one in Cardiff and one in Wrexham, have been praised today by Home Office Minister, Hazel Blears. Visiting Cardiff today the Minister congratulated police and c...
Welsh crime projects win praise
Two proactive projects tackling crime, one in Cardiff and one in Wrexham, have been praised today by Home Office Minister, Hazel Blears. Visiting Cardiff today the Minister congratulated police and c...
UK National News, Sep 4, 2003
CBI warns of threat posed by EU working regulations
The CBI have warned that threatened EU regulation would slash the chances of work and overtime for thousands of people in the UK. The business leaders confederation also warned that the "dam had burs...
CBI warns of threat posed by EU working regulations
The CBI have warned that threatened EU regulation would slash the chances of work and overtime for thousands of people in the UK. The business leaders confederation also warned that the "dam had burs...
UK National News, Sep 4, 2003
‘Full’ hormone could be key to slimming
There is hope that important hormone messengers, which tell the brain when to stop eating, could provide the key to produce a new slimming treatment. Researchers from the UK have discovered that obes...
‘Full’ hormone could be key to slimming
There is hope that important hormone messengers, which tell the brain when to stop eating, could provide the key to produce a new slimming treatment. Researchers from the UK have discovered that obes...
UK National News, Sep 4, 2003
Immigrants could soon sit test on ‘Britishness’
Proposals unveiled by Home Secretary David Blunkett could see immigrants in the UK having to undergo a test of their “Britishness”. If implemented, the proposals from an independent report recommend ...
Immigrants could soon sit test on ‘Britishness’
Proposals unveiled by Home Secretary David Blunkett could see immigrants in the UK having to undergo a test of their “Britishness”. If implemented, the proposals from an independent report recommend ...
UK National News, Sep 3, 2003
Blair moves to curb 'spin doctor' role
The Prime Minister's new Director of Communications David Hill looks unlikely to have many of the powers enjoyed by predecessor Alastair Campbell. Publishing the interim conclusions of the Phillis Re...
Blair moves to curb 'spin doctor' role
The Prime Minister's new Director of Communications David Hill looks unlikely to have many of the powers enjoyed by predecessor Alastair Campbell. Publishing the interim conclusions of the Phillis Re...
Northern Ireland News, Sep 3, 2003
Family escape injury in bomb attack
A couple and their two children have escaped injury following a bomb attack at their home in west Belfast this morning. Zoe McQuade, 22, her boyfriend, her five-year-old son and one-year-old baby wer...
Family escape injury in bomb attack
A couple and their two children have escaped injury following a bomb attack at their home in west Belfast this morning. Zoe McQuade, 22, her boyfriend, her five-year-old son and one-year-old baby wer...
UK National News, Sep 3, 2003
British Embassy remains closed following shots fired into building
The Foreign Office has confirmed that the British Embassy in Tehran will remain closed for a time after shots were fired at the building from a nearby street today. The incident occurred at around mi...
British Embassy remains closed following shots fired into building
The Foreign Office has confirmed that the British Embassy in Tehran will remain closed for a time after shots were fired at the building from a nearby street today. The incident occurred at around mi...
UK National News, Sep 3, 2003
BAE Systems wins £1bn Indian training jet contract
The Indian cabinet has awarded a £1 billion order for jet fighter trainer aircraft to BAE Systems. The order, understood to be for 66 aircraft, will see BAE supply its Hawk advanced jet trainer to th...
BAE Systems wins £1bn Indian training jet contract
The Indian cabinet has awarded a £1 billion order for jet fighter trainer aircraft to BAE Systems. The order, understood to be for 66 aircraft, will see BAE supply its Hawk advanced jet trainer to th...
Northern Ireland News, Sep 3, 2003
Husband and wife still being questioned over Omagh bombing
The man and woman arrested in connection with the Omagh bombing yesterday have been confirmed as husband and wife. The couple, who were detained in the Jonesborough area of Co Armagh on Tuesday, are ...
Husband and wife still being questioned over Omagh bombing
The man and woman arrested in connection with the Omagh bombing yesterday have been confirmed as husband and wife. The couple, who were detained in the Jonesborough area of Co Armagh on Tuesday, are ...
Northern Ireland News, Sep 3, 2003
Man charged with car deaths
A 32-year-old man has been charged with two counts of causing death by dangerous driving following the deaths of two teenagers in Co Antrim last week. David McAuley, 15, from Seacourt Road in Larne a...
Man charged with car deaths
A 32-year-old man has been charged with two counts of causing death by dangerous driving following the deaths of two teenagers in Co Antrim last week. David McAuley, 15, from Seacourt Road in Larne a...
Northern Ireland News, Sep 3, 2003
Anti-social behaviour legislation sought for NI
The outgoing Chairman of the Northern Ireland Housing Executive has called on the Government to introduce Anti-social behaviour legislation in Northern Ireland. Commenting in the Housing Executive's ...
Anti-social behaviour legislation sought for NI
The outgoing Chairman of the Northern Ireland Housing Executive has called on the Government to introduce Anti-social behaviour legislation in Northern Ireland. Commenting in the Housing Executive's ...
Northern Ireland News, Sep 3, 2003
Kelly McBride set to run for parliament
The sister of a Belfast teenager shot dead by two British soldiers 11 years ago has announced her intention to stand as a candidate in a London by-election. Kelly McBride said she was standing in the...
Kelly McBride set to run for parliament
The sister of a Belfast teenager shot dead by two British soldiers 11 years ago has announced her intention to stand as a candidate in a London by-election. Kelly McBride said she was standing in the...
UK National News, Sep 3, 2003
Experts' charter to improve behaviour and reduce bullying in school
Measures to tackle bullying, improve behaviour and cut truancy in schools were unveiled by Education Minister Ivan Lewis today as the Government continued the drive to improve behaviour and attendance...
Experts' charter to improve behaviour and reduce bullying in school
Measures to tackle bullying, improve behaviour and cut truancy in schools were unveiled by Education Minister Ivan Lewis today as the Government continued the drive to improve behaviour and attendance...
Northern Ireland News, Sep 3, 2003
De Brún to run in European elections
Northern Ireland's former Health Minister is set to run in next year's European elections. Sinn Féin's Bairbre de Brún was chosen as a candidate ahead of party colleague Francie Molloy at a conventio...
De Brún to run in European elections
Northern Ireland's former Health Minister is set to run in next year's European elections. Sinn Féin's Bairbre de Brún was chosen as a candidate ahead of party colleague Francie Molloy at a conventio...
Northern Ireland News, Sep 3, 2003
Former MLA calls on Invest NI to help with jobs crisis
Former UUP MLA Sam Foster has called on local government agency, Invest NI to help stem the flow of job cuts in the west of the province. Mr Foster made his plea after union representatives confirmed...
Former MLA calls on Invest NI to help with jobs crisis
Former UUP MLA Sam Foster has called on local government agency, Invest NI to help stem the flow of job cuts in the west of the province. Mr Foster made his plea after union representatives confirmed...
UK National News, Sep 3, 2003
Blow out ends hopes of record-breaking balloon ascent
Andy Elson and Colin Prescot's manned balloon mission in QinetiQ 1 was aborted this morning when a technical hitch during inflation resulted in a split seam in the balloon's delicate envelope. The la...
Blow out ends hopes of record-breaking balloon ascent
Andy Elson and Colin Prescot's manned balloon mission in QinetiQ 1 was aborted this morning when a technical hitch during inflation resulted in a split seam in the balloon's delicate envelope. The la...
UK National News, Sep 3, 2003
TV campaign urges 'pick up' Pension Credit
A major new TV advertising campaign designed to encourage older people to claim Pension Credit was launched today. Running alongside mailshots to every pensioner household, which started in April, th...
TV campaign urges 'pick up' Pension Credit
A major new TV advertising campaign designed to encourage older people to claim Pension Credit was launched today. Running alongside mailshots to every pensioner household, which started in April, th...
UK National News, Sep 3, 2003
Customs investigate suspected £80m VAT scam
Customs and Excise investigators have arrested two people in Chelmsford and searched business premises across England in connection with a suspected £80 million VAT money laundering scam. A spokesper...
Customs investigate suspected £80m VAT scam
Customs and Excise investigators have arrested two people in Chelmsford and searched business premises across England in connection with a suspected £80 million VAT money laundering scam. A spokesper...
UK National News, Sep 3, 2003
‘Unfulfilled’ graduates directed towards teaching
A £12 million government advertising campaign is to redirect "workers in unfulfilling jobs" towards a career in teaching. Backing the campaign, School Standards Minister David Miliband said there has...
‘Unfulfilled’ graduates directed towards teaching
A £12 million government advertising campaign is to redirect "workers in unfulfilling jobs" towards a career in teaching. Backing the campaign, School Standards Minister David Miliband said there has...
UK National News, Sep 3, 2003
Guide aims to help employers implement 'teleworking'
An increasing number of people are working away from a traditional office environment, often helped by modern technology, and a new guide launched today by government aims to help employers understand...
Guide aims to help employers implement 'teleworking'
An increasing number of people are working away from a traditional office environment, often helped by modern technology, and a new guide launched today by government aims to help employers understand...
UK National News, Sep 3, 2003
Machine-readable passports required for US
The Foreign Office have warned that under changes to the Visa Waiver Programme every visitor to the USA, including children, will need a machine-readable passport from October. Anyone without their o...
Machine-readable passports required for US
The Foreign Office have warned that under changes to the Visa Waiver Programme every visitor to the USA, including children, will need a machine-readable passport from October. Anyone without their o...
Northern Ireland News, Sep 3, 2003
Sign warns motorists on dangerous A2 bend to slow down
Motorists in North Down are being urged to slow down after a new sign actrivated by approaching vehicles began operation on the A2 Belfast to Bangor Road at Coach Hill Bend. The hi-tech electronic si...
Sign warns motorists on dangerous A2 bend to slow down
Motorists in North Down are being urged to slow down after a new sign actrivated by approaching vehicles began operation on the A2 Belfast to Bangor Road at Coach Hill Bend. The hi-tech electronic si...
Northern Ireland News, Sep 3, 2003
Governments' joint art exhibition opens in Antrim
Minister of Finance, Ian Pearson, has jointly opened a North-South Government art exhibition at Clotworthy Arts Centre in Antrim. Mr Pearson, representing the Department of Finance and Planning, was ...
Governments' joint art exhibition opens in Antrim
Minister of Finance, Ian Pearson, has jointly opened a North-South Government art exhibition at Clotworthy Arts Centre in Antrim. Mr Pearson, representing the Department of Finance and Planning, was ...
Northern Ireland News, Sep 2, 2003
Two people arrested in connection with Omagh bombing
Police have arrested two people today for questioning in connection with the Omagh bombing. The man and woman were detained in the Jonesborough area of Co Armagh and it is understood that they are to...
Two people arrested in connection with Omagh bombing
Police have arrested two people today for questioning in connection with the Omagh bombing. The man and woman were detained in the Jonesborough area of Co Armagh and it is understood that they are to...
UK National News, Sep 2, 2003
Two businessmen men shot dead in car park of their hotel
Two Asian businessmen, a nephew and his uncle have been shot dead in a dispute over a car-parking space at their hotel. Raginder Singh, 35, and Amarjit Singh, 52, were both shot in dead in broad dayl...
Two businessmen men shot dead in car park of their hotel
Two Asian businessmen, a nephew and his uncle have been shot dead in a dispute over a car-parking space at their hotel. Raginder Singh, 35, and Amarjit Singh, 52, were both shot in dead in broad dayl...
UK National News, Sep 2, 2003
Boy rescued from sea dies
The seven-year-old boy rescued after being swept away by rough seas while playing on a Dorset beach last week has died in his mother’s arms. Jack Shelton from Briscombe near Stroud in Gloucestershire...
Boy rescued from sea dies
The seven-year-old boy rescued after being swept away by rough seas while playing on a Dorset beach last week has died in his mother’s arms. Jack Shelton from Briscombe near Stroud in Gloucestershire...
Northern Ireland News, Sep 2, 2003
Carpets International to axe 140 jobs
A leading UK textile company has announced it is to lay off 140 people at its two Northern Ireland factories. Bradford-based Carpets International, which went into receivership last month, announced ...
Carpets International to axe 140 jobs
A leading UK textile company has announced it is to lay off 140 people at its two Northern Ireland factories. Bradford-based Carpets International, which went into receivership last month, announced ...
Northern Ireland News, Sep 2, 2003
Prince Charles arrives for two-day visit
Prince Charles has arrived in Northern Ireland today as part of a two-day visit to the province. The Prince's first engagement saw him attend a reception at the headquarters of Disability Action to m...
Prince Charles arrives for two-day visit
Prince Charles has arrived in Northern Ireland today as part of a two-day visit to the province. The Prince's first engagement saw him attend a reception at the headquarters of Disability Action to m...
Northern Ireland News, Sep 2, 2003
Two men charged with cigarette smuggling
Two men have been remanded on bail after being charged in connection with the smuggling of six million cigarettes into Northern Ireland. Customs officer, James Sloan, 52, and businessman, Robert Ferg...
Two men charged with cigarette smuggling
Two men have been remanded on bail after being charged in connection with the smuggling of six million cigarettes into Northern Ireland. Customs officer, James Sloan, 52, and businessman, Robert Ferg...
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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.