Northern Ireland News for November 2009 : Page 10
Northern Ireland News, Nov 13, 2009
Council Reshuffle Plans Wavering
A plan to create 11 new Northern Ireland 'super councils' has been cast into doubt, after the minister in charge of the amalgamation warned time was running out to secure full consensus. Plans to do...
Council Reshuffle Plans Wavering
A plan to create 11 new Northern Ireland 'super councils' has been cast into doubt, after the minister in charge of the amalgamation warned time was running out to secure full consensus. Plans to do...
Northern Ireland News, Nov 13, 2009
Jersey Venue For British-Irish Summit
The Taoiseach, Brian Cowen (pictured) and the Irish Republic's Minister for Community, Rural and Gaeltacht Affairs, Eamon Ó Cuiv will attend the 13th British-Irish Council Summit today in Jersey. The...
Jersey Venue For British-Irish Summit
The Taoiseach, Brian Cowen (pictured) and the Irish Republic's Minister for Community, Rural and Gaeltacht Affairs, Eamon Ó Cuiv will attend the 13th British-Irish Council Summit today in Jersey. The...
Northern Ireland News, Nov 13, 2009
Reserves Face Recruitment Process
The full-time police reserve officers who are facing the axe will not be automatically transferred to support duties, the Chief Constable has said. Matt Baggott insisted auxiliary officers laid off u...
Reserves Face Recruitment Process
The full-time police reserve officers who are facing the axe will not be automatically transferred to support duties, the Chief Constable has said. Matt Baggott insisted auxiliary officers laid off u...
Northern Ireland News, Nov 13, 2009
Music Commission Plays Out
There's discord today after a body set up to promote and develop the music industry found that its management was out of tune with the way ahead. The Northern Ireland Music Industry Commission (NIMIC...
Music Commission Plays Out
There's discord today after a body set up to promote and develop the music industry found that its management was out of tune with the way ahead. The Northern Ireland Music Industry Commission (NIMIC...
UK National News, Nov 13, 2009
Jersey Venue For British-Irish Summit
The Taoiseach, Brian Cowen and the Minister for Community, Rural and Gaeltacht Affairs, Eamon Ó Cuiv will attend the 13th British-Irish Council Summit today in Jersey. The meeting is being hosted by ...
Jersey Venue For British-Irish Summit
The Taoiseach, Brian Cowen and the Minister for Community, Rural and Gaeltacht Affairs, Eamon Ó Cuiv will attend the 13th British-Irish Council Summit today in Jersey. The meeting is being hosted by ...
Northern Ireland News, Nov 13, 2009
Hi-Tech Communications Boost
A leading worldwide provider of Voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP) applications for the telecommunications industry has completed an even stronger connection to Belfast. NI Enterprise Minister Arlen...
Hi-Tech Communications Boost
A leading worldwide provider of Voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP) applications for the telecommunications industry has completed an even stronger connection to Belfast. NI Enterprise Minister Arlen...
UK National News, Nov 13, 2009
Crimewatch Appeal On Teens Murder
The police are renewing their appeals for witnesses in connection with the murder of 19-year old Edvin Johnson. A TV Crimewatch reconstruction of Edvin's murder, including an emotional interview with...
Crimewatch Appeal On Teens Murder
The police are renewing their appeals for witnesses in connection with the murder of 19-year old Edvin Johnson. A TV Crimewatch reconstruction of Edvin's murder, including an emotional interview with...
UK National News, Nov 13, 2009
Glasgow Worker Is Tops
A Glasgow City Council worker has been praised as a top public servant. Caroline Connor was named as the Outstanding Public Service Worker of the Year at a prestigious awards ceremony recently. The ...
Glasgow Worker Is Tops
A Glasgow City Council worker has been praised as a top public servant. Caroline Connor was named as the Outstanding Public Service Worker of the Year at a prestigious awards ceremony recently. The ...
Northern Ireland News, Nov 13, 2009
Management Programme Welcomed
There has been a warm welcome expressed for the launch of the special management development programme. Robin Newton, the East Belfast DUP MLA, said today that the 'Made Not Born' programme, launched...
Management Programme Welcomed
There has been a warm welcome expressed for the launch of the special management development programme. Robin Newton, the East Belfast DUP MLA, said today that the 'Made Not Born' programme, launched...
Northern Ireland News, Nov 13, 2009
Monaghan Project At 'End Of Road'
Proposals to improve a 15-mile stretch along the border in Co Monaghan look unlikely to be fulfilled. The busy stretch of single carriageway runs from the Castleblayney bypass to the NI border at Moy...
Monaghan Project At 'End Of Road'
Proposals to improve a 15-mile stretch along the border in Co Monaghan look unlikely to be fulfilled. The busy stretch of single carriageway runs from the Castleblayney bypass to the NI border at Moy...
UK National News, Nov 13, 2009
Poorer 'Want Help' To Switch Energy
A Consumer Focus Scotland study exploring the attitudes of disadvantaged consumers to switching energy supplier has found that many currently struggle to even understand their energy bills and believe...
Poorer 'Want Help' To Switch Energy
A Consumer Focus Scotland study exploring the attitudes of disadvantaged consumers to switching energy supplier has found that many currently struggle to even understand their energy bills and believe...
UK National News, Nov 13, 2009
Other News In Brief
Blazing Man Dies A man who was seen on fire in the garden of his home has died in hospital from his injuries. Police investigating the death of the man in Henley-on-Thames, Oxfordshire, described it ...
Other News In Brief
Blazing Man Dies A man who was seen on fire in the garden of his home has died in hospital from his injuries. Police investigating the death of the man in Henley-on-Thames, Oxfordshire, described it ...
Northern Ireland News, Nov 13, 2009
Other NI News In Brief
Jail Still Closed Due to the ongoing search at Maghaberry Prison there will no domestic or legal visits today. The Prison Service will provide details later with regard to the position over the weeke...
Other NI News In Brief
Jail Still Closed Due to the ongoing search at Maghaberry Prison there will no domestic or legal visits today. The Prison Service will provide details later with regard to the position over the weeke...
UK National News, Nov 12, 2009
Military Families' Anger Over MoD Bonuses
The news that civil servants working for the Ministry of Defence (MoD) have received bonuses worth more than £47 million this year has been greeted with anger by the relatives of some soldiers killed ...
Military Families' Anger Over MoD Bonuses
The news that civil servants working for the Ministry of Defence (MoD) have received bonuses worth more than £47 million this year has been greeted with anger by the relatives of some soldiers killed ...
Northern Ireland News, Nov 12, 2009
'For Sale' EPCs To Be Enforced
People with property on the market in NI will soon be facing prosecution if they don't comply with legislation demanding an Energy Performance Certificate (EPC). Up to now, there has been a 'softly-s...
'For Sale' EPCs To Be Enforced
People with property on the market in NI will soon be facing prosecution if they don't comply with legislation demanding an Energy Performance Certificate (EPC). Up to now, there has been a 'softly-s...
Business News, Nov 12, 2009
Independent Retailers Meet Minister
A delegation of local retailers - represented by their trade association, the NI Independent Retailers Trade Association (NIIRTA) - have held talks with the Stormont Food Minister. They met Michelle ...
Independent Retailers Meet Minister
A delegation of local retailers - represented by their trade association, the NI Independent Retailers Trade Association (NIIRTA) - have held talks with the Stormont Food Minister. They met Michelle ...
Northern Ireland News, Nov 12, 2009
'No Police Reserve Contradiction': DUP
A senior DUP figure has reiterated the necessity of retaining full time police reservists, despite the party leader insisting the matter is not a precondition for devolved policing and justice. Jeff...
'No Police Reserve Contradiction': DUP
A senior DUP figure has reiterated the necessity of retaining full time police reservists, despite the party leader insisting the matter is not a precondition for devolved policing and justice. Jeff...
Northern Ireland News, Nov 12, 2009
Another Death From Swine Flu
While another person in Northern Ireland who had tested positive for swine flu has died, the Department of Health has said, consultations with family doctors in NI over suspected swine flu are slowing...
Another Death From Swine Flu
While another person in Northern Ireland who had tested positive for swine flu has died, the Department of Health has said, consultations with family doctors in NI over suspected swine flu are slowing...
UK National News, Nov 12, 2009
Iberia 'Da La Bienvenida A' BA
Spanish airline Iberia may soon be welcoming a new partner. The UK carrier, British Airways, has confirmed it is considering a merger deal with Iberia with a view to operating from a Madrid HQ. A Br...
Iberia 'Da La Bienvenida A' BA
Spanish airline Iberia may soon be welcoming a new partner. The UK carrier, British Airways, has confirmed it is considering a merger deal with Iberia with a view to operating from a Madrid HQ. A Br...
UK National News, Nov 12, 2009
Teens In Court Over Fireworks Death
Three teenagers have been charged with manslaughter over the death of a mother-of-nine who died in a blaze at her home after a firework was pushed through her letter-box. Mary Fox, 59, died when the ...
Teens In Court Over Fireworks Death
Three teenagers have been charged with manslaughter over the death of a mother-of-nine who died in a blaze at her home after a firework was pushed through her letter-box. Mary Fox, 59, died when the ...
UK National News, Nov 12, 2009
PM To Tighten Immigration Rules
Prime Minister Gordon Brown has announced his intention to tighten the points-based immigration system by reducing the number of professions which can recruit staff from outside Europe. During a spee...
PM To Tighten Immigration Rules
Prime Minister Gordon Brown has announced his intention to tighten the points-based immigration system by reducing the number of professions which can recruit staff from outside Europe. During a spee...
Recruitment News, Nov 12, 2009
Merchant's £16m Expansion Plans
Hundreds of new jobs are expected when plans to expand one of Belfast's most luxurious hotels have been realised. The Merchant, in the heart of the city's thriving Cathedral Quarter, will build an a...
Merchant's £16m Expansion Plans
Hundreds of new jobs are expected when plans to expand one of Belfast's most luxurious hotels have been realised. The Merchant, in the heart of the city's thriving Cathedral Quarter, will build an a...
Recruitment News, Nov 12, 2009
Jobs Boost A 'Racing Certainty'
A winning bet has been revealed as Dublin wins on the horses. Bookmaker Paddy Power has announced it is to create 250 jobs in the Irish capital over the next three years. The company this morning an...
Jobs Boost A 'Racing Certainty'
A winning bet has been revealed as Dublin wins on the horses. Bookmaker Paddy Power has announced it is to create 250 jobs in the Irish capital over the next three years. The company this morning an...
Northern Ireland News, Nov 12, 2009
Murder Charge Over SAS Death
A man from Co Armagh has been charged with the murder of British Army officer Robert Nairac. The undercover soldier was killed more than 32 years ago, and this week, Kevin Crilly, 59, from Lower Foug...
Murder Charge Over SAS Death
A man from Co Armagh has been charged with the murder of British Army officer Robert Nairac. The undercover soldier was killed more than 32 years ago, and this week, Kevin Crilly, 59, from Lower Foug...
Northern Ireland News, Nov 12, 2009
Nursing To Become 'Graduate Entry'
Northern Ireland will move to a degree-only nursing programme from 2011 with all students receiving bursary funding to complete their training. The news comes as the Department of Health announced th...
Nursing To Become 'Graduate Entry'
Northern Ireland will move to a degree-only nursing programme from 2011 with all students receiving bursary funding to complete their training. The news comes as the Department of Health announced th...
Northern Ireland News, Nov 12, 2009
Maghaberry On Lock Down
One of Northern Ireland's largest high security jails has been placed on lock down. All visits to Maghaberry have been suspended, while staff conduct extensive searches of prisoners' cells with help ...
Maghaberry On Lock Down
One of Northern Ireland's largest high security jails has been placed on lock down. All visits to Maghaberry have been suspended, while staff conduct extensive searches of prisoners' cells with help ...
Northern Ireland News, Nov 12, 2009
Most Are 'Satisfied' With Health Care
A report providing results from a survey on public attitudes to health and social care services (HSCS) in Northern Ireland has produced positive findings. The Department of Health, Social Services an...
Most Are 'Satisfied' With Health Care
A report providing results from a survey on public attitudes to health and social care services (HSCS) in Northern Ireland has produced positive findings. The Department of Health, Social Services an...
Business News, Nov 12, 2009
Delegates Debate 'Building' NI's Economy
The construction industry is vital lifeblood to the recovering economy of Northern Ireland, a conference in Belfast will hear today. Hosted by Belfast City Council at the Hilton Hotel, 120 delegates...
Delegates Debate 'Building' NI's Economy
The construction industry is vital lifeblood to the recovering economy of Northern Ireland, a conference in Belfast will hear today. Hosted by Belfast City Council at the Hilton Hotel, 120 delegates...
UK National News, Nov 12, 2009
Rogue Entertainment Agencies Crackdown
The Government has today announced new action to crackdown on the ugly face of the modelling and entertainment industry. To prevent rogue entertainment and modelling agencies from exploiting people t...
Rogue Entertainment Agencies Crackdown
The Government has today announced new action to crackdown on the ugly face of the modelling and entertainment industry. To prevent rogue entertainment and modelling agencies from exploiting people t...
Northern Ireland News, Nov 12, 2009
Independent Retailers Meet Minister
A delegation of local retailers - represented by their trade association, the NI Independent Retailers Trade Association (NIIRTA) - have held talks with the Stormont Food Minister. They met Michelle ...
Independent Retailers Meet Minister
A delegation of local retailers - represented by their trade association, the NI Independent Retailers Trade Association (NIIRTA) - have held talks with the Stormont Food Minister. They met Michelle ...
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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.