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Northern Ireland News for April 2009 : Page 5
Northern Ireland News, Apr 24, 2009
Other NI News In Brief
Agri Journalists Elect Officers This week's AGM of the NI Guild of Agricultural Journalists saw the election of Robert Irwin, pictured left, FarmWeek Editor as the new Chairman. Also at the event - h...
Other NI News In Brief
Agri Journalists Elect Officers This week's AGM of the NI Guild of Agricultural Journalists saw the election of Robert Irwin, pictured left, FarmWeek Editor as the new Chairman. Also at the event - h...
UK National News, Apr 23, 2009
Two Arrests In Body-Parts Murder Case
Police investigating the murder of a man whose dismembered body parts were found across Leicestershire and Hertfordshire have arrested two men. The two suspects, in their 20s and 30s, were arrested a...
Two Arrests In Body-Parts Murder Case
Police investigating the murder of a man whose dismembered body parts were found across Leicestershire and Hertfordshire have arrested two men. The two suspects, in their 20s and 30s, were arrested a...
UK National News, Apr 23, 2009
Burglary And Robbery Figures On The Rise
The number of burglaries and robberies has risen in England and Wales, according to new crime statistics launched today. Recorded crime figures from police forces in the two countries have revealed a...
Burglary And Robbery Figures On The Rise
The number of burglaries and robberies has risen in England and Wales, according to new crime statistics launched today. Recorded crime figures from police forces in the two countries have revealed a...
UK National News, Apr 23, 2009
'Freckle Hand' Child Abuser Jailed
A paedophile who was today jailed for six years, was caught out after distinctive freckles in his hand were cross-compared to photographs showing abuse. Dean Hardy, 50, from Orpington, south-east Lon...
'Freckle Hand' Child Abuser Jailed
A paedophile who was today jailed for six years, was caught out after distinctive freckles in his hand were cross-compared to photographs showing abuse. Dean Hardy, 50, from Orpington, south-east Lon...
UK National News, Apr 23, 2009
Michael Grade To Step Down As ITV Chief Executive
Michael Grade will step down as ITV's Chief Executive by the end of the year to become non-executive chairman. Mr Grade has confirmed that he will step down from his post following the conclusion of ...
Michael Grade To Step Down As ITV Chief Executive
Michael Grade will step down as ITV's Chief Executive by the end of the year to become non-executive chairman. Mr Grade has confirmed that he will step down from his post following the conclusion of ...
UK National News, Apr 23, 2009
Ulcer Gel Warning For Under-16s
Children under the age of 16 should not be given the ulcer treatments Bonjela and Bonjela Cool mint gel, due to health risks, a watchdog has today warned. The Medicines and Healthcare products Regula...
Ulcer Gel Warning For Under-16s
Children under the age of 16 should not be given the ulcer treatments Bonjela and Bonjela Cool mint gel, due to health risks, a watchdog has today warned. The Medicines and Healthcare products Regula...
Business News, Apr 23, 2009
'Mostly Positive' Budget Reaction In NI
Although the NI Executive will have to find efficiency savings of £122m by 2011 after yesterday's UK Budget, there is some relief as there were fears the savings demanded from Stormont by the Treasury...
'Mostly Positive' Budget Reaction In NI
Although the NI Executive will have to find efficiency savings of £122m by 2011 after yesterday's UK Budget, there is some relief as there were fears the savings demanded from Stormont by the Treasury...
Northern Ireland News, Apr 23, 2009
Further Arrest Over Paul Quinn Murder
Irish police investigating the brutal murder of NI man, Paul Quinn in Co Monaghan in 2007, have made a new arrest. A statement from the Gardaí said that detectives investigating the death of Paul Qui...
Further Arrest Over Paul Quinn Murder
Irish police investigating the brutal murder of NI man, Paul Quinn in Co Monaghan in 2007, have made a new arrest. A statement from the Gardaí said that detectives investigating the death of Paul Qui...
UK National News, Apr 23, 2009
Keane To Replace Magilton As Ipswich Boss
Former Manchester United midfielder Roy Keane has been confirmed as the new manager of Ipswich Town. The 37-year-old signed a two-year deal following the dismissal of Jim Magilton on Wednesday. Kean...
Keane To Replace Magilton As Ipswich Boss
Former Manchester United midfielder Roy Keane has been confirmed as the new manager of Ipswich Town. The 37-year-old signed a two-year deal following the dismissal of Jim Magilton on Wednesday. Kean...
Northern Ireland News, Apr 23, 2009
'Mostly Positive' Budget Reaction In NI
Although the NI Executive will have to find efficiency savings of £122m by 2011 after yesterday's UK Budget, there is some relief as there were fears the savings demanded from Stormont by the Treasury...
'Mostly Positive' Budget Reaction In NI
Although the NI Executive will have to find efficiency savings of £122m by 2011 after yesterday's UK Budget, there is some relief as there were fears the savings demanded from Stormont by the Treasury...
UK National News, Apr 23, 2009
Harrier Boost With £574m Support Contract
The RAF and Royal Navy Harriers are to get a boost with a £574 million contract to support the aircraft during the remainder of their service lives. The contract, awarded to BAE Systems, covers repai...
Harrier Boost With £574m Support Contract
The RAF and Royal Navy Harriers are to get a boost with a £574 million contract to support the aircraft during the remainder of their service lives. The contract, awarded to BAE Systems, covers repai...
Northern Ireland News, Apr 23, 2009
Appeal After City Armed Robbery
Detectives in south Belfast have appealed for information following an armed robbery in the Ormeau Road area earlier this week. On Tuesday, just after 9pm, two males entered a shop and made their wa...
Appeal After City Armed Robbery
Detectives in south Belfast have appealed for information following an armed robbery in the Ormeau Road area earlier this week. On Tuesday, just after 9pm, two males entered a shop and made their wa...
UK National News, Apr 23, 2009
Child Cyclist Injured In Midlands Road Collision
A young boy remains in a serious condition in hospital after being involved in a road traffic incident in the West Midlands yesterday. The 11-year-old was injured following a collision with a car in...
Child Cyclist Injured In Midlands Road Collision
A young boy remains in a serious condition in hospital after being involved in a road traffic incident in the West Midlands yesterday. The 11-year-old was injured following a collision with a car in...
UK National News, Apr 23, 2009
New Improved Warm Front Scheme
Better service and bigger grants will help thousands of people save money and keep warm The Department of Energy and Climate Change's Warm Front Scheme has been changed to improve the quality of serv...
New Improved Warm Front Scheme
Better service and bigger grants will help thousands of people save money and keep warm The Department of Energy and Climate Change's Warm Front Scheme has been changed to improve the quality of serv...
UK National News, Apr 23, 2009
Other News In Brief
Man, 40, Arrested After fire A man, aged 40, has been arrested on suspicion of murder, following the death of an elderly woman in an East Sussex fire. Fire crews were called to the bungalow in Grand ...
Other News In Brief
Man, 40, Arrested After fire A man, aged 40, has been arrested on suspicion of murder, following the death of an elderly woman in an East Sussex fire. Fire crews were called to the bungalow in Grand ...
Northern Ireland News, Apr 23, 2009
Belfast Basque Solidarity Committee Condemn Arrest
The arrest of an alleged Spanish terrorist in Belfast yesterday has been condemned by a local support group. A spokesperson for the Belfast Basque Solidarity Committee, Kevin Morrison, said the arres...
Belfast Basque Solidarity Committee Condemn Arrest
The arrest of an alleged Spanish terrorist in Belfast yesterday has been condemned by a local support group. A spokesperson for the Belfast Basque Solidarity Committee, Kevin Morrison, said the arres...
Northern Ireland News, Apr 23, 2009
Number Of Recognised 'Specialist Schools' Increase
A further 10 facilities are to be designated as specialist subject schools from this September - although funding may not yet be available to carry the new status through. This will bring the total n...
Number Of Recognised 'Specialist Schools' Increase
A further 10 facilities are to be designated as specialist subject schools from this September - although funding may not yet be available to carry the new status through. This will bring the total n...
Northern Ireland News, Apr 23, 2009
Lagan Gets Tourist Fillip
As better weather and longer days herald a new tourist season, one of Belfast's greatest natural assets is being given a new look to attract further visitors. The NI Social Development Minister Marga...
Lagan Gets Tourist Fillip
As better weather and longer days herald a new tourist season, one of Belfast's greatest natural assets is being given a new look to attract further visitors. The NI Social Development Minister Marga...
Northern Ireland News, Apr 23, 2009
Eircom Jobs Boost For NI
A major Irish telecoms company is doubling its workforce in Belfast to 60. The move comes after eircom won a substantial set of new contracts - including a major three-year deal with NI Water. The a...
Eircom Jobs Boost For NI
A major Irish telecoms company is doubling its workforce in Belfast to 60. The move comes after eircom won a substantial set of new contracts - including a major three-year deal with NI Water. The a...
Northern Ireland News, Apr 23, 2009
NI Stroke Patients Faring Better, Says Charity Boss
While a quarter of UK stroke patients are still not given best treatment - by receiving a stay in a dedicated stroke unit - those in Northern Ireland are receiving better care than previously. An aud...
NI Stroke Patients Faring Better, Says Charity Boss
While a quarter of UK stroke patients are still not given best treatment - by receiving a stay in a dedicated stroke unit - those in Northern Ireland are receiving better care than previously. An aud...
Northern Ireland News, Apr 23, 2009
Latest Irish Film Festival Launched
The latest Irish film festival on the calendar - in early May - will include an opportunity to 'pitch' ideas for film and TV production. The innovative section of the Mid Ulster Film Festival will be...
Latest Irish Film Festival Launched
The latest Irish film festival on the calendar - in early May - will include an opportunity to 'pitch' ideas for film and TV production. The innovative section of the Mid Ulster Film Festival will be...
Northern Ireland News, Apr 23, 2009
Other NI News In Brief
Markets Alert Was 'Hoax' A security alert in south Belfast this morning has been declared as a hoax. Army bomb experts were called to the Markets area at about 7am on Thursday morning to examine a su...
Other NI News In Brief
Markets Alert Was 'Hoax' A security alert in south Belfast this morning has been declared as a hoax. Army bomb experts were called to the Markets area at about 7am on Thursday morning to examine a su...
Northern Ireland News, Apr 22, 2009
Suspected ETA Sympathizer Bailed In Belfast Court
An ex member of a youth group supposedly linked to Spanish terrorist organisation, ETA, is to fight extradition from Northern Ireland. The National Court of Spain had demanded the return of Arturo Vi...
Suspected ETA Sympathizer Bailed In Belfast Court
An ex member of a youth group supposedly linked to Spanish terrorist organisation, ETA, is to fight extradition from Northern Ireland. The National Court of Spain had demanded the return of Arturo Vi...
UK National News, Apr 22, 2009
Budget 2009: Top Earners To Be Taxed Up To 50%
Top earners in the UK face a top tax rate of 50%, the Chancellor Alistair Darling has announced today in his 2009 Budget. Delivering his second Budget in the House of Commons, Mr Darling acknowledged...
Budget 2009: Top Earners To Be Taxed Up To 50%
Top earners in the UK face a top tax rate of 50%, the Chancellor Alistair Darling has announced today in his 2009 Budget. Delivering his second Budget in the House of Commons, Mr Darling acknowledged...
UK National News, Apr 22, 2009
Students Arrested In 'Terror' Raids Released Without Charge
Twelve men who were arrested over a suspected UK bomb plot have been released without charge, it has emerged. Of the men arrested, 11 were Pakistani nationals, with 10 holding student visas. They hav...
Students Arrested In 'Terror' Raids Released Without Charge
Twelve men who were arrested over a suspected UK bomb plot have been released without charge, it has emerged. Of the men arrested, 11 were Pakistani nationals, with 10 holding student visas. They hav...
UK National News, Apr 22, 2009
UK Unemployment Reaches 2.1m
The latest unemployment figures have been released, ahead of today's Budget, showing an increase by 177,000 to 2.1 million. The grim figures were published as the Office for National Statistics (ONS)...
UK Unemployment Reaches 2.1m
The latest unemployment figures have been released, ahead of today's Budget, showing an increase by 177,000 to 2.1 million. The grim figures were published as the Office for National Statistics (ONS)...
UK National News, Apr 22, 2009
Crash Driver 'Had Done U-Turn On Motorway'
A driver, who caused a fatal car crash on the M1 motorway in Bedfordshire, was travelling in the wrong direction after doing a U-turn near roadworks, an inquest has heard. Mariusz Marcin Adamski, 24,...
Crash Driver 'Had Done U-Turn On Motorway'
A driver, who caused a fatal car crash on the M1 motorway in Bedfordshire, was travelling in the wrong direction after doing a U-turn near roadworks, an inquest has heard. Mariusz Marcin Adamski, 24,...
Northern Ireland News, Apr 22, 2009
Pre-Budget Blues On Jobless Figures
As fears grow over the UK Budget announcement today, and how it might impact on the Northern Ireland block grant of about £18bn and the £10bn that is directly controlled by the NI Executive, new figur...
Pre-Budget Blues On Jobless Figures
As fears grow over the UK Budget announcement today, and how it might impact on the Northern Ireland block grant of about £18bn and the £10bn that is directly controlled by the NI Executive, new figur...
UK National News, Apr 22, 2009
Breast Cancer Deaths At Record Low
The number of women dying from breast cancer has fallen to its lowest level since records began, new figures have shown. The data released by Cancer Research UK show that in 2007, 11,990 women in Bri...
Breast Cancer Deaths At Record Low
The number of women dying from breast cancer has fallen to its lowest level since records began, new figures have shown. The data released by Cancer Research UK show that in 2007, 11,990 women in Bri...
UK National News, Apr 22, 2009
Sex Assault Cab Driver Jailed 'Indefinitely'
A taxi driver who drugged and sexually assaulted women passengers over a period of six years, has been jailed indefinitely. John Worboys, 51, was told at Croydon Crown Court he would serve a minimum ...
Sex Assault Cab Driver Jailed 'Indefinitely'
A taxi driver who drugged and sexually assaulted women passengers over a period of six years, has been jailed indefinitely. John Worboys, 51, was told at Croydon Crown Court he would serve a minimum ...
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Northern Ireland WeatherToday:Some low cloud lingering in the north and west through the day, although cloud should burn back to the coast as the day goes on. Elsewhere some good sunny spells with very little cloud. Warm with light winds. Maximum temperature 22 °C.Tonight:A sunny evening for most except where cloud lingers along the north coast. Cloud will increase for a lot of areas overnight with mist and fog patches developing. Minimum temperature 7 °C.
