Northern Ireland News for October 2012 : Page 12
UK National News, Oct 11, 2012
Hospitals Add To List Of Allegations Against Savile
As the number of allegations against Jimmy Savile continue to grow Stoke Mandeville hospital and Leeds General Infirmary have reported the former TV star molested patients at both hospitals. Leeds Ge...
Hospitals Add To List Of Allegations Against Savile
As the number of allegations against Jimmy Savile continue to grow Stoke Mandeville hospital and Leeds General Infirmary have reported the former TV star molested patients at both hospitals. Leeds Ge...
UK National News, Oct 11, 2012
Thousands To Resit English GCSE
Some 45,000 students will resit their English GCSEs next month following a dispute over grades, the BBC has reported. The broadcaster has said figures given to them by exam boards show that the numbe...
Thousands To Resit English GCSE
Some 45,000 students will resit their English GCSEs next month following a dispute over grades, the BBC has reported. The broadcaster has said figures given to them by exam boards show that the numbe...
Recruitment News, Oct 11, 2012
Five New Members Appointed To The Board Of The HSE NI
Enterprise Minister, Arlene Foster MLA, has announced five new appointments to the Board of the Health and Safety Executive for Northern Ireland. Joining the Board will be new members, Mr William Gra...
Five New Members Appointed To The Board Of The HSE NI
Enterprise Minister, Arlene Foster MLA, has announced five new appointments to the Board of the Health and Safety Executive for Northern Ireland. Joining the Board will be new members, Mr William Gra...
Business News, Oct 11, 2012
CME Group's Offices Officially Open
First Minister Rt. Hon. Peter D. Robinson MLA and deputy First Minister Martin McGuinness MP MLA have officially opened CME Group's new state-of-the-art offices in Millennium House at Great Victoria S...
CME Group's Offices Officially Open
First Minister Rt. Hon. Peter D. Robinson MLA and deputy First Minister Martin McGuinness MP MLA have officially opened CME Group's new state-of-the-art offices in Millennium House at Great Victoria S...
Northern Ireland News, Oct 11, 2012
Child Cancer Sufferer Unable To Complete Treatment
The family of Oscar Knox, the four-year-old boy diagnosed with a rare and aggressive form of childhood cancer has said he will be unable to complete specialist medical treatment. Oscar travelled to t...
Child Cancer Sufferer Unable To Complete Treatment
The family of Oscar Knox, the four-year-old boy diagnosed with a rare and aggressive form of childhood cancer has said he will be unable to complete specialist medical treatment. Oscar travelled to t...
Northern Ireland News, Oct 11, 2012
Media Can Help Break Mental Health Taboos
Health Minister Edwin Poots says the media has an important role to play in breaking the stigmas which surround mental health. Reports show that people with mental illness complain society’s stigmas ...
Media Can Help Break Mental Health Taboos
Health Minister Edwin Poots says the media has an important role to play in breaking the stigmas which surround mental health. Reports show that people with mental illness complain society’s stigmas ...
Northern Ireland News, Oct 11, 2012
Annual All Ireland Crime Seminar Hosted
The annual cross-border crime seminar has been hosted by Justice Minister David Ford and Irish Justice Minister Alan Shatter. PSNI Assistant Chief Constable Drew Harris and Deputy Commissioner Noirin...
Annual All Ireland Crime Seminar Hosted
The annual cross-border crime seminar has been hosted by Justice Minister David Ford and Irish Justice Minister Alan Shatter. PSNI Assistant Chief Constable Drew Harris and Deputy Commissioner Noirin...
Northern Ireland News, Oct 11, 2012
New Sound Stages Opened At Titanic Studios
Northern Ireland’s growing film industry has received another boost following the opening of two new sound stages. First Minister Peter Robinson and deputy First Minister Martin McGuinness officially...
New Sound Stages Opened At Titanic Studios
Northern Ireland’s growing film industry has received another boost following the opening of two new sound stages. First Minister Peter Robinson and deputy First Minister Martin McGuinness officially...
UK National News, Oct 11, 2012
Other News In Brief
Child Served Whisky At Restaurant The Swansea branch of restaurant chain Frankie and Benny’s has apologised after a toddler was served whisky instead of fruit juice at his birthday party. Son...
Other News In Brief
Child Served Whisky At Restaurant The Swansea branch of restaurant chain Frankie and Benny’s has apologised after a toddler was served whisky instead of fruit juice at his birthday party. Son...
Northern Ireland News, Oct 11, 2012
NI Clinic To Offer Abortions
Next week will see the opening of the first ever private clinic to offer abortions in Northern Ireland. The service will be operating from the centre of Belfast from 18 October and will be run by Mar...
NI Clinic To Offer Abortions
Next week will see the opening of the first ever private clinic to offer abortions in Northern Ireland. The service will be operating from the centre of Belfast from 18 October and will be run by Mar...
Northern Ireland News, Oct 11, 2012
Playing Computer Games Can Improve Balance In Elderly
Age NI has called for the development of computer game technology which is thought to help the elderly avoid falls. The research was carried out by Queen’s University Belfast professor Cathy Craig an...
Playing Computer Games Can Improve Balance In Elderly
Age NI has called for the development of computer game technology which is thought to help the elderly avoid falls. The research was carried out by Queen’s University Belfast professor Cathy Craig an...
Recruitment News, Oct 11, 2012
Olhausen Closes Three Dublin Plants
Fine Gael TD for Dublin Bay North, Terence Flanagan, has expressed his regret on hearing of the news of the closure of Olhausen, with the closure of three plants in Dublin. He said: "My thoughts are ...
Olhausen Closes Three Dublin Plants
Fine Gael TD for Dublin Bay North, Terence Flanagan, has expressed his regret on hearing of the news of the closure of Olhausen, with the closure of three plants in Dublin. He said: "My thoughts are ...
Northern Ireland News, Oct 11, 2012
Man Convicted Of Assault On Baby Daughter
A west Belfast man has been convicted of assaulting and fracturing the skull of his seven-month-old daughter. The man, who cannot be named due to legal reasons, was convicted of causing grievous bodi...
Man Convicted Of Assault On Baby Daughter
A west Belfast man has been convicted of assaulting and fracturing the skull of his seven-month-old daughter. The man, who cannot be named due to legal reasons, was convicted of causing grievous bodi...
Northern Ireland News, Oct 11, 2012
Men In Court Over €100,000 Kidnapping
Two men have appeared in court charged with kidnapping a cattle dealer for a €100,000 ransom. Patrick McCall, 39 and Robert Vevers, 55, appeared in Dungannon Court facing the charges, which also incl...
Men In Court Over €100,000 Kidnapping
Two men have appeared in court charged with kidnapping a cattle dealer for a €100,000 ransom. Patrick McCall, 39 and Robert Vevers, 55, appeared in Dungannon Court facing the charges, which also incl...
Northern Ireland News, Oct 11, 2012
Go-Ahead For NI Green Energy Projects
Three renewable energy projects off the coasts of Down and Antrim have been given the green light. Licenses have been granted for the projects as the Crown Estate confirms deals with First Flight Win...
Go-Ahead For NI Green Energy Projects
Three renewable energy projects off the coasts of Down and Antrim have been given the green light. Licenses have been granted for the projects as the Crown Estate confirms deals with First Flight Win...
Northern Ireland News, Oct 11, 2012
Other News In Brief
Men Charged Over Firearm Go Free Four men have walked free from a court following charges of having a firearm with intent to cause fear of violence, possession in suspicious circumstances and ...
Other News In Brief
Men Charged Over Firearm Go Free Four men have walked free from a court following charges of having a firearm with intent to cause fear of violence, possession in suspicious circumstances and ...
UK National News, Oct 10, 2012
Five Arrested In Care Home Abuse Investigation
Police have arrested six care workers have been arrested on suspicion of abusing elderly residents at a care home near Lancaster. The allegations centre on the Hillcroft Nursing Home in Throstle Grov...
Five Arrested In Care Home Abuse Investigation
Police have arrested six care workers have been arrested on suspicion of abusing elderly residents at a care home near Lancaster. The allegations centre on the Hillcroft Nursing Home in Throstle Grov...
UK National News, Oct 10, 2012
Cameron Critical Of Labour In Closing Conference Speech
In his closing speech at the Tory party conference David Cameron has vowed "to get behind people who want to get on in life" to ensure Britain can "rise" again. In his speech the prime minister admit...
Cameron Critical Of Labour In Closing Conference Speech
In his closing speech at the Tory party conference David Cameron has vowed "to get behind people who want to get on in life" to ensure Britain can "rise" again. In his speech the prime minister admit...
UK National News, Oct 10, 2012
Appeal Judge Says Qatada Evidence 'Extremely Thin'
A judge reviewing the decision to deport Jordanian terror suspect Abu Qatada has said his links to an alleged bomb plot look to be "extremely thin". The judge said the "only evidence" of a link was t...
Appeal Judge Says Qatada Evidence 'Extremely Thin'
A judge reviewing the decision to deport Jordanian terror suspect Abu Qatada has said his links to an alleged bomb plot look to be "extremely thin". The judge said the "only evidence" of a link was t...
UK National News, Oct 10, 2012
Jeremy Forest Expected Back In UK
A lawyer for the teacher arrested on suspicion of abducting Sussex schoolgirl Megan Stammers is expected to return to the UK later on Wednesday evening. 30-year-old Jeremy Forrest, from East Sussex, ...
Jeremy Forest Expected Back In UK
A lawyer for the teacher arrested on suspicion of abducting Sussex schoolgirl Megan Stammers is expected to return to the UK later on Wednesday evening. 30-year-old Jeremy Forrest, from East Sussex, ...
UK National News, Oct 10, 2012
Judge Rules Elton John 'Not Libelled' By Times Articles
Sir Elton John has lost a High Court ruling in a case he brought which claimed the singer was ‘severely damaged’ by two Times articles that linked him to a controversial tax avoidance scheme. Mr Just...
Judge Rules Elton John 'Not Libelled' By Times Articles
Sir Elton John has lost a High Court ruling in a case he brought which claimed the singer was ‘severely damaged’ by two Times articles that linked him to a controversial tax avoidance scheme. Mr Just...
UK National News, Oct 10, 2012
Criminals Launch Appeal Over Life Sentences
Appeals are to be launched by five of the UK's most dangerous criminals over their life sentences for murder and rape. Their cases will be heard by five judges at the Court of Appeal in London, which...
Criminals Launch Appeal Over Life Sentences
Appeals are to be launched by five of the UK's most dangerous criminals over their life sentences for murder and rape. Their cases will be heard by five judges at the Court of Appeal in London, which...
UK National News, Oct 10, 2012
Two Britons Arrested On Terrorism Charges At Heathrow
A British man and woman have been arrested at Heathrow Airport on suspicion of committing terrorism offences, the Metropolitan Police have said. The man and woman, both aged 26, were arrested at 20:3...
Two Britons Arrested On Terrorism Charges At Heathrow
A British man and woman have been arrested at Heathrow Airport on suspicion of committing terrorism offences, the Metropolitan Police have said. The man and woman, both aged 26, were arrested at 20:3...
UK National News, Oct 10, 2012
April Jones Accused Appears In Court
A man charged with the abduction and murder of five-year-old April Jones has been remanded in custody after appearing in court via a video link. 46-year-old Mark Bridger was seen in Caernarfon Crown ...
April Jones Accused Appears In Court
A man charged with the abduction and murder of five-year-old April Jones has been remanded in custody after appearing in court via a video link. 46-year-old Mark Bridger was seen in Caernarfon Crown ...
Recruitment News, Oct 10, 2012
Call For Creation Of Decent Jobs
Participants in The Coalition to Protect the Lowest Paid were pictured in front of the statue of renowned trade union organiser, James Connolly, in Dublin today, before meeting in Liberty Hall to disc...
Call For Creation Of Decent Jobs
Participants in The Coalition to Protect the Lowest Paid were pictured in front of the statue of renowned trade union organiser, James Connolly, in Dublin today, before meeting in Liberty Hall to disc...
Recruitment News, Oct 10, 2012
Minister Announces Six 'Signature' Projects
The First Minister, Rt Hon Peter D Robinson MLA, has announced six 'signature' projects worth £26 million to improve numeracy and literacy, offer increased family support, and to support job creation ...
Minister Announces Six 'Signature' Projects
The First Minister, Rt Hon Peter D Robinson MLA, has announced six 'signature' projects worth £26 million to improve numeracy and literacy, offer increased family support, and to support job creation ...
Business News, Oct 10, 2012
NAMA To Fund Development Of Investment Projects
Finance Minister Sammy Wilson has welcomed funding being made available by NAMA for the development of investment projects in Northern Ireland. Mr Wilson said: "As part of their commitment to support...
NAMA To Fund Development Of Investment Projects
Finance Minister Sammy Wilson has welcomed funding being made available by NAMA for the development of investment projects in Northern Ireland. Mr Wilson said: "As part of their commitment to support...
Northern Ireland News, Oct 10, 2012
Baggot Faces Assembly Over Re-Hiring Process
PSNI Chief Constable Matt Baggot is preparing to face questions regarding the police service’s hiring of former RUC officers. Baggot will appear before assembly members regarding an Audit Office inve...
Baggot Faces Assembly Over Re-Hiring Process
PSNI Chief Constable Matt Baggot is preparing to face questions regarding the police service’s hiring of former RUC officers. Baggot will appear before assembly members regarding an Audit Office inve...
Business News, Oct 10, 2012
New Marketing Support To Boost Exports To Turkey
Invest Northern Ireland has lined up experienced marketing support in Turkey to help local companies to win more business in a developing marketplace that straddles Europe, the Middle East and Asia. ...
New Marketing Support To Boost Exports To Turkey
Invest Northern Ireland has lined up experienced marketing support in Turkey to help local companies to win more business in a developing marketplace that straddles Europe, the Middle East and Asia. ...
Northern Ireland News, Oct 10, 2012
Welfare Reform Bill Passed
MLAs have voted in favour of the controversial Welfare Reform Bill. The implementation of the Bill is being seen as the most substantial shake up of the welfare system and of social security benefits...
Welfare Reform Bill Passed
MLAs have voted in favour of the controversial Welfare Reform Bill. The implementation of the Bill is being seen as the most substantial shake up of the welfare system and of social security benefits...
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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.