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Northern Ireland News for April 2004 : Page 2
Northern Ireland News, Apr 29, 2004
New EU member states opportunity to seize initiative
Northern Ireland should seize the opportunities that enlargement presents and welcome the ten new countries poised to join the European Union. That was the message delivered by Northern Ireland’s Mi...
New EU member states opportunity to seize initiative
Northern Ireland should seize the opportunities that enlargement presents and welcome the ten new countries poised to join the European Union. That was the message delivered by Northern Ireland’s Mi...
UK National News, Apr 29, 2004
'Terror' suspects released without charge
The remaining four people arrested during police anti-terror raids in northern England have been released without charge. The four were arrested under the provisions of the Terrorism Act 2000 last we...
'Terror' suspects released without charge
The remaining four people arrested during police anti-terror raids in northern England have been released without charge. The four were arrested under the provisions of the Terrorism Act 2000 last we...
Northern Ireland News, Apr 29, 2004
Westminster committee visits RUC George Cross Garden
Members of Parliament's Northern Ireland Affairs Committee have visited the Royal Ulster Constabulary George Cross Garden at police headquarters in east Belfast. The Committee, which is chaired by fo...
Westminster committee visits RUC George Cross Garden
Members of Parliament's Northern Ireland Affairs Committee have visited the Royal Ulster Constabulary George Cross Garden at police headquarters in east Belfast. The Committee, which is chaired by fo...
UK National News, Apr 29, 2004
UK house prices still rising
The housing boom in the UK has continued throughout April, with house prices rising by more than £100, according to a leading building society. Nationwide, the UK’s largest building society, said tha...
UK house prices still rising
The housing boom in the UK has continued throughout April, with house prices rising by more than £100, according to a leading building society. Nationwide, the UK’s largest building society, said tha...
UK National News, Apr 29, 2004
'Couch potatoes' urged to exercise five days a week
The Government's top medical adviser has issued a stark warning over the health risks posed by Britain's "couch potato culture". The warning came as the Chief Medical Officer, Sir Liam Donaldson, pub...
'Couch potatoes' urged to exercise five days a week
The Government's top medical adviser has issued a stark warning over the health risks posed by Britain's "couch potato culture". The warning came as the Chief Medical Officer, Sir Liam Donaldson, pub...
Northern Ireland News, Apr 29, 2004
Minister announces two-day technology showcase
Enterprise Minister, Barry Gardiner, today urged businesses, public bodies and community groups to sign up for a two-day showcase of Europe-wide best practice in applying online technology. The conf...
Minister announces two-day technology showcase
Enterprise Minister, Barry Gardiner, today urged businesses, public bodies and community groups to sign up for a two-day showcase of Europe-wide best practice in applying online technology. The conf...
Northern Ireland News, Apr 29, 2004
UU awarded EU research funding
The University of Ulster's international conflict research centre, INCORE, has been awarded EU funding for a project that focuses on politicians’ attitudes towards building community harmony. Researc...
UU awarded EU research funding
The University of Ulster's international conflict research centre, INCORE, has been awarded EU funding for a project that focuses on politicians’ attitudes towards building community harmony. Researc...
UK National News, Apr 29, 2004
High tax rate councils to face caps
Around 14 local authorities are waiting to find out if their budgets will be capped, because of high council tax demands. The councils reportedly set for cutbacks include: Herefordshire, Nottingham, ...
High tax rate councils to face caps
Around 14 local authorities are waiting to find out if their budgets will be capped, because of high council tax demands. The councils reportedly set for cutbacks include: Herefordshire, Nottingham, ...
UK National News, Apr 29, 2004
More peak time arts, current affairs and documentaries, say BBC
The BBC has promised to air more arts, current affairs and documentaries during peak time viewing. Publishing the Corporation's 'Statements of Programme Policy for 2004/2005' the BBC has underscored ...
More peak time arts, current affairs and documentaries, say BBC
The BBC has promised to air more arts, current affairs and documentaries during peak time viewing. Publishing the Corporation's 'Statements of Programme Policy for 2004/2005' the BBC has underscored ...
UK National News, Apr 29, 2004
Pressure mounts on Vogts as Scotland lose again
Scotland lost their third match in a row last night adding to the growing pressure on manager Bertie Vogts. With England not having a match on this free international date, all eyes were north of the...
Pressure mounts on Vogts as Scotland lose again
Scotland lost their third match in a row last night adding to the growing pressure on manager Bertie Vogts. With England not having a match on this free international date, all eyes were north of the...
Business News, Apr 28, 2004
Businesses warned over domain name hustle
Local businesses are being warned by the Office of Fair Trading about the pressure sales tactics of some internet domain name registration agents. The OFT has received a number of complaints from bus...
Businesses warned over domain name hustle
Local businesses are being warned by the Office of Fair Trading about the pressure sales tactics of some internet domain name registration agents. The OFT has received a number of complaints from bus...
Northern Ireland News, Apr 28, 2004
Police launch murder inquiry in Moneymore
Police are appealing for information after a man was found dead in Co Londonderry. The 37-year-old man, who is of Asian origin, is believed to have been attacked at Rockview Park in Moneymore on Sund...
Police launch murder inquiry in Moneymore
Police are appealing for information after a man was found dead in Co Londonderry. The 37-year-old man, who is of Asian origin, is believed to have been attacked at Rockview Park in Moneymore on Sund...
Northern Ireland News, Apr 28, 2004
Politicians express concern at sectarian leaflets
Local politicians have expressed concern following the circulation of sectarian leaflets in south Belfast. The leaflets carry anti-catholic sentiments and have been delivered to homes in the predomin...
Politicians express concern at sectarian leaflets
Local politicians have expressed concern following the circulation of sectarian leaflets in south Belfast. The leaflets carry anti-catholic sentiments and have been delivered to homes in the predomin...
Northern Ireland News, Apr 28, 2004
Hotel investment to create 60 jobs
Local hoteliers have commenced work on a new £3.7 million 40-bedroom three-star hotel in Co Antrim. The Dunsilly project, by husband and wife team Eugene and Catherine McKeever, will create a Comfort...
Hotel investment to create 60 jobs
Local hoteliers have commenced work on a new £3.7 million 40-bedroom three-star hotel in Co Antrim. The Dunsilly project, by husband and wife team Eugene and Catherine McKeever, will create a Comfort...
Northern Ireland News, Apr 28, 2004
Two Dixons stores to close in Northern Ireland
Dixons have announced that they are to close two of their Northern Ireland stores. The stores in Bangor and Newry are to be closed, with the loss of 24 jobs in Bangor and eight jobs in Newry. However...
Two Dixons stores to close in Northern Ireland
Dixons have announced that they are to close two of their Northern Ireland stores. The stores in Bangor and Newry are to be closed, with the loss of 24 jobs in Bangor and eight jobs in Newry. However...
Northern Ireland News, Apr 28, 2004
Taylor to captain NI for second match
Birmingham City goalkeeper Maik Taylor captain's Northern Ireland for the second time tonight as Lawrie Sanchez' side take on Serbia & Montenegro in a friendly at Windsor Park. Taylor continues as st...
Taylor to captain NI for second match
Birmingham City goalkeeper Maik Taylor captain's Northern Ireland for the second time tonight as Lawrie Sanchez' side take on Serbia & Montenegro in a friendly at Windsor Park. Taylor continues as st...
Northern Ireland News, Apr 28, 2004
Gardiner makes final call for submissions on social economy
Enterprise Minister, Barry Gardiner today issued a final call for submissions on Government plans to develop the social economy in Northern Ireland. The social economy, estimated to account for up to...
Gardiner makes final call for submissions on social economy
Enterprise Minister, Barry Gardiner today issued a final call for submissions on Government plans to develop the social economy in Northern Ireland. The social economy, estimated to account for up to...
UK National News, Apr 28, 2004
Blair defends coalition forces 'right to defence'
During Prime Minister's question time today, Tony Blair fielded questions on the deteriorating situation in Iraq and defended American forces' right to defend themselves against insurgents. Mr Blair ...
Blair defends coalition forces 'right to defence'
During Prime Minister's question time today, Tony Blair fielded questions on the deteriorating situation in Iraq and defended American forces' right to defend themselves against insurgents. Mr Blair ...
UK National News, Apr 28, 2004
Coalition forces engage rebels in Fallujah
In one of the fiercest exchanges since the end of the war in Iraq, insurgents in the city of Fallujah have come under sustained bombardment by US forces. In one of their most intensive uses of firepo...
Coalition forces engage rebels in Fallujah
In one of the fiercest exchanges since the end of the war in Iraq, insurgents in the city of Fallujah have come under sustained bombardment by US forces. In one of their most intensive uses of firepo...
UK National News, Apr 28, 2004
Government faces down criticisms of Middle East policies
The Prime Minister and the Foreign Secretary have faced down unprecedented criticisms of the government's Middle East policies from over 50 senior foreign diplomats. In the open letter to the Prime M...
Government faces down criticisms of Middle East policies
The Prime Minister and the Foreign Secretary have faced down unprecedented criticisms of the government's Middle East policies from over 50 senior foreign diplomats. In the open letter to the Prime M...
Northern Ireland News, Apr 28, 2004
Young men’s mental health project wins top award
A project aimed at raising awareness of young men’s mental health has won the top award in a regional competition. Organised by the Department of Health, Social Services and Public Safety, to improve...
Young men’s mental health project wins top award
A project aimed at raising awareness of young men’s mental health has won the top award in a regional competition. Organised by the Department of Health, Social Services and Public Safety, to improve...
UK National News, Apr 28, 2004
Immigration review ordered days before EU enlargement
Mr Blair has issued a reassurance that Britain's borders have never been so secure, amid ordering a comprehensive review of immigration and asylum abuse just days before 10 nation states join the enla...
Immigration review ordered days before EU enlargement
Mr Blair has issued a reassurance that Britain's borders have never been so secure, amid ordering a comprehensive review of immigration and asylum abuse just days before 10 nation states join the enla...
UK National News, Apr 28, 2004
Call for public inquiry into Potters Bar crash
Network Rail and rail maintenance company Jarvis have accepted legal responsibility for the Potters Bar rail crash, which claimed seven lives in May 2002. The admission has prompted renewed calls for...
Call for public inquiry into Potters Bar crash
Network Rail and rail maintenance company Jarvis have accepted legal responsibility for the Potters Bar rail crash, which claimed seven lives in May 2002. The admission has prompted renewed calls for...
Northern Ireland News, Apr 28, 2004
Queen's offer aspiring writers literary course
Queen's University Belfast is offering aspiring writers the chance to work with leading professionals in the fields of poetry, prose and drama. Running for four years, the MA in Creative Writing has ...
Queen's offer aspiring writers literary course
Queen's University Belfast is offering aspiring writers the chance to work with leading professionals in the fields of poetry, prose and drama. Running for four years, the MA in Creative Writing has ...
Northern Ireland News, Apr 28, 2004
Minister launches Magherafelt development plan
Environment Minister, Angela Smith today published the Draft Area Plan that will guide development in the Magherafelt District for the next 10 years. Mrs Smith said the Plan would facilitate sustain...
Minister launches Magherafelt development plan
Environment Minister, Angela Smith today published the Draft Area Plan that will guide development in the Magherafelt District for the next 10 years. Mrs Smith said the Plan would facilitate sustain...
UK National News, Apr 28, 2004
Doctors urged to discourage unnecessary Caesarean births
Government health advisers are urging doctors to try to persuade women not to have a Caesarean birth if they do not need one. Doctors are being advised not to automatically agree to a Caesarean if th...
Doctors urged to discourage unnecessary Caesarean births
Government health advisers are urging doctors to try to persuade women not to have a Caesarean birth if they do not need one. Doctors are being advised not to automatically agree to a Caesarean if th...
UK National News, Apr 28, 2004
Dixons to close 106 stores in UK
Dixons Group have confirmed that they are to close 106 stores over the next three months, due to disappointing sales. Around 1000 jobs will be affected by the closure, but Dixons are hoping to move a...
Dixons to close 106 stores in UK
Dixons Group have confirmed that they are to close 106 stores over the next three months, due to disappointing sales. Around 1000 jobs will be affected by the closure, but Dixons are hoping to move a...
UK National News, Apr 28, 2004
Shell announce 2,800 technology job cuts
Royal Dutch Shell have announced that it is to cut 2,800 jobs in its technology division over the next three years. The world’s third largest oil firm said that the job losses were unrelated to the f...
Shell announce 2,800 technology job cuts
Royal Dutch Shell have announced that it is to cut 2,800 jobs in its technology division over the next three years. The world’s third largest oil firm said that the job losses were unrelated to the f...
UK National News, Apr 28, 2004
Women 'significantly less active' in politics, says report
The Electoral Commission have published a study which shows that women are significantly less active in men in politics. The report, entitled ‘Gender and Political Participation’, found that women we...
Women 'significantly less active' in politics, says report
The Electoral Commission have published a study which shows that women are significantly less active in men in politics. The report, entitled ‘Gender and Political Participation’, found that women we...
Northern Ireland News, Apr 28, 2004
UU helps shape UAE policing
University of Ulster expertise is helping shape the public face of policing in Abu Dhabi, the centre of government and business life in the oil-rich United Arab Emirates (UAE). For six weeks, Hisham...
UU helps shape UAE policing
University of Ulster expertise is helping shape the public face of policing in Abu Dhabi, the centre of government and business life in the oil-rich United Arab Emirates (UAE). For six weeks, Hisham...
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Northern Ireland WeatherToday:There will be a mixture of bright intervals and a few showers. Best of the sunny spells will be near the North Coast. Feeling on the cool side. Maximum temperature 10 °C.Tonight:Showers will gradually die out during the evening. A cold night with long clear spells leading to a touch of frost in places. Minimum temperature 0 °C.
