Northern Ireland News for January 2013 : Page 12
UK National News, Jan 11, 2013
Other News In Brief
Drug Turf Murderers Jailed For Life Two men have been sentenced to life in prison following the murder of two teenagers in a drug-turf row. Mohammed Abdi Farah, 19, and Amin Ahmed Ismail, 18,...
Other News In Brief
Drug Turf Murderers Jailed For Life Two men have been sentenced to life in prison following the murder of two teenagers in a drug-turf row. Mohammed Abdi Farah, 19, and Amin Ahmed Ismail, 18,...
Northern Ireland News, Jan 10, 2013
Unionist Forum In First Meeting
The new unionist forum met today for the first time, in an effort to encourage dialogue in the community. The forum was organised by UUP leader Mike Nesbitt and DUP leader Peter Robinson, who called ...
Unionist Forum In First Meeting
The new unionist forum met today for the first time, in an effort to encourage dialogue in the community. The forum was organised by UUP leader Mike Nesbitt and DUP leader Peter Robinson, who called ...
Recruitment News, Jan 10, 2013
Omnipay Jobs Boost Announced
OmniPay, a First Data company and global payments processor, today announced that it is to create 30 new jobs at its headquarters in Clonskeagh, Dublin, bringing its total workforce to almost 200 peop...
Omnipay Jobs Boost Announced
OmniPay, a First Data company and global payments processor, today announced that it is to create 30 new jobs at its headquarters in Clonskeagh, Dublin, bringing its total workforce to almost 200 peop...
Northern Ireland News, Jan 10, 2013
Dublin Flag Protest Called Off
A loyalist protest to be staged outside Leinster House in Dublin this Saturday has been called off. The move follows talks between An Garda Síochána and the protest’s planner, Willie Frazer. Gardai ...
Dublin Flag Protest Called Off
A loyalist protest to be staged outside Leinster House in Dublin this Saturday has been called off. The move follows talks between An Garda Síochána and the protest’s planner, Willie Frazer. Gardai ...
Northern Ireland News, Jan 10, 2013
Jason McGovern Murder: Woman Arrested
A 21-year-old woman has been arrested in the Omagh area by detectives investigating the murder of Monaghan teenager Jason McGovern. The arrest follows the release on bail of a 23-year-old man who was...
Jason McGovern Murder: Woman Arrested
A 21-year-old woman has been arrested in the Omagh area by detectives investigating the murder of Monaghan teenager Jason McGovern. The arrest follows the release on bail of a 23-year-old man who was...
Northern Ireland News, Jan 10, 2013
Men Charged Over Witness Intimidation
Four men have been charged by detectives from the Serious Crime Branch investigating the alleged intimidation of a witness in Coalisland, County Tyrone. The men, aged 29, 31, 42 and 45, are due to ap...
Men Charged Over Witness Intimidation
Four men have been charged by detectives from the Serious Crime Branch investigating the alleged intimidation of a witness in Coalisland, County Tyrone. The men, aged 29, 31, 42 and 45, are due to ap...
UK National News, Jan 10, 2013
US Urges UK To Remain In EU
The US government has urged the UK not to sever its ties with the European Union, as David Cameron prepares for a speech in which he is expected to announce a referendum on a new deal for Britain in t...
US Urges UK To Remain In EU
The US government has urged the UK not to sever its ties with the European Union, as David Cameron prepares for a speech in which he is expected to announce a referendum on a new deal for Britain in t...
Recruitment News, Jan 10, 2013
Ireland To Focus On Jobs And Growth
The President of the European Commission, Mr José Manuel Barroso and the College of Commissioners visited Dublin for meetings with Taoiseach Enda Kenny, Tánaiste Eamon Gilmore and members of the Gover...
Ireland To Focus On Jobs And Growth
The President of the European Commission, Mr José Manuel Barroso and the College of Commissioners visited Dublin for meetings with Taoiseach Enda Kenny, Tánaiste Eamon Gilmore and members of the Gover...
UK National News, Jan 10, 2013
Andrew Marr Suffers Stroke
BBC broadcaster and journalist Andrew Marr is in hospital recovering from a stroke. The BBC says the presenter and broadcaster is "responding to treatment" following a stroke on Wednesday. "We will ...
Andrew Marr Suffers Stroke
BBC broadcaster and journalist Andrew Marr is in hospital recovering from a stroke. The BBC says the presenter and broadcaster is "responding to treatment" following a stroke on Wednesday. "We will ...
Northern Ireland News, Jan 10, 2013
Jessops Goes Into Administration
Camera retailer Jessops has gone into administration following a significant decline in the marketplace in 2012. PricewaterhouseCoopers (PwC) has been appointed as the administrator. Jessops was fou...
Jessops Goes Into Administration
Camera retailer Jessops has gone into administration following a significant decline in the marketplace in 2012. PricewaterhouseCoopers (PwC) has been appointed as the administrator. Jessops was fou...
UK National News, Jan 10, 2013
Half Of All Food Produced Is 'Thrown Away'
A new report by the Institution of Mechanical Engineers has found that as much as 50% of all food produced around the world never reaches a human stomach. This is due to issues as varied as inadequat...
Half Of All Food Produced Is 'Thrown Away'
A new report by the Institution of Mechanical Engineers has found that as much as 50% of all food produced around the world never reaches a human stomach. This is due to issues as varied as inadequat...
Northern Ireland News, Jan 10, 2013
NI Gambling Laws Updated
Northern Ireland’s gambling laws are to be updated in line with the EU, according to Social Development Minister Nelson McCausland. The Minister’s announcement follows a recent meeting of the Norther...
NI Gambling Laws Updated
Northern Ireland’s gambling laws are to be updated in line with the EU, according to Social Development Minister Nelson McCausland. The Minister’s announcement follows a recent meeting of the Norther...
UK National News, Jan 10, 2013
Which? Call For Clear Supermarket Pricing
Consumer watchdog Which? has called for supermarkets to scrap "misleading price promotions". While they welcomed the supermarkets' Christmas profits results announcements they called for consistent u...
Which? Call For Clear Supermarket Pricing
Consumer watchdog Which? has called for supermarkets to scrap "misleading price promotions". While they welcomed the supermarkets' Christmas profits results announcements they called for consistent u...
UK National News, Jan 10, 2013
Ministry Of Justice To Begin Prison Upgrade
The Government is to start feasibility work on Britain’s biggest prison. As part of a major programme of updating Britain’s prison estate the new prison could hold more than 2,000 prisoners. Four ne...
Ministry Of Justice To Begin Prison Upgrade
The Government is to start feasibility work on Britain’s biggest prison. As part of a major programme of updating Britain’s prison estate the new prison could hold more than 2,000 prisoners. Four ne...
UK National News, Jan 10, 2013
Watchdog Highlights Defence Project Delays And Overspending
Huge defence projects are being hit by delays and overspend despite government promises to control costs, according to a report today by the National Audit Office. In respect of its largest defence p...
Watchdog Highlights Defence Project Delays And Overspending
Huge defence projects are being hit by delays and overspend despite government promises to control costs, according to a report today by the National Audit Office. In respect of its largest defence p...
Northern Ireland News, Jan 10, 2013
Nominations Urged For Military Health Service Awards
Northern Ireland’s Health Minister is urging health service and military personnel to begin nominating for the UK-wide Military and Civilian Health Partnership (MCHP) Awards. Edwin Poots made the ann...
Nominations Urged For Military Health Service Awards
Northern Ireland’s Health Minister is urging health service and military personnel to begin nominating for the UK-wide Military and Civilian Health Partnership (MCHP) Awards. Edwin Poots made the ann...
UK National News, Jan 10, 2013
Damien Hirst Designs 2013 Brit Award
The BRIT Awards have revealed the design for the 2013 statue by Damien Hirst. Hirst has become the third British creative to put his unique stamp on the iconic BRITs trophy. On designing the statu...
Damien Hirst Designs 2013 Brit Award
The BRIT Awards have revealed the design for the 2013 statue by Damien Hirst. Hirst has become the third British creative to put his unique stamp on the iconic BRITs trophy. On designing the statu...
Northern Ireland News, Jan 10, 2013
Unionist Forum To Meet Over Flag Debate
A unionist forum set up to engage with communities over the ongoing flag debate at Belfast City Hall is to meet later today. The forum was set up by Ulster Unionist leader Mike Nesbitt and DUP leader...
Unionist Forum To Meet Over Flag Debate
A unionist forum set up to engage with communities over the ongoing flag debate at Belfast City Hall is to meet later today. The forum was set up by Ulster Unionist leader Mike Nesbitt and DUP leader...
UK National News, Jan 10, 2013
Other News In Brief
Tasered Blind Man Seeks Damages A blind man mistakenly tasered by a policeman who thought his white stick was a samurai sword is seeking damages from Lancashire police. The incident occurred ...
Other News In Brief
Tasered Blind Man Seeks Damages A blind man mistakenly tasered by a policeman who thought his white stick was a samurai sword is seeking damages from Lancashire police. The incident occurred ...
Northern Ireland News, Jan 10, 2013
Consultation Launched On Healthcare For Overseas Visitors
Health Minister Edwin Poots has launched a public consultation on proposed changes to the provision of healthcare for overseas visitors. Minister Poots said: "We have a duty of care to any person in ...
Consultation Launched On Healthcare For Overseas Visitors
Health Minister Edwin Poots has launched a public consultation on proposed changes to the provision of healthcare for overseas visitors. Minister Poots said: "We have a duty of care to any person in ...
Business News, Jan 10, 2013
Paradox Omega Oils Announce Deals In Middle East
Belfast-based Paradox Omega Oils has announced a series of deals in the Middle East following participation with Invest Northern Ireland in a major international trade event. Paradox, which was found...
Paradox Omega Oils Announce Deals In Middle East
Belfast-based Paradox Omega Oils has announced a series of deals in the Middle East following participation with Invest Northern Ireland in a major international trade event. Paradox, which was found...
Northern Ireland News, Jan 10, 2013
Other News In Brief
Man 'Tests' Laser Pen On Police Helicopter A man who shone a laser pen at a police helicopter during rioting in Belfast claims he was only testing how far it could reach. The High Court has b...
Other News In Brief
Man 'Tests' Laser Pen On Police Helicopter A man who shone a laser pen at a police helicopter during rioting in Belfast claims he was only testing how far it could reach. The High Court has b...
Business News, Jan 9, 2013
Businesses Must Have Finance They Need Made Available - Wilson
Finance Minister Sammy Wilson and Enterprise Minister Arlene Foster today concluded a series of meeting with local banks. Following the meetings Sammy Wilson said that banking and access to finance r...
Businesses Must Have Finance They Need Made Available - Wilson
Finance Minister Sammy Wilson and Enterprise Minister Arlene Foster today concluded a series of meeting with local banks. Following the meetings Sammy Wilson said that banking and access to finance r...
Northern Ireland News, Jan 9, 2013
Union Flag Raised Over City Hall
The union flag has been raised over Belfast City Hall to mark the Duchess of Cambridge’s 31st birthday. The flag was raised following a sixth consecutive night of rioting and violence from loyalist p...
Union Flag Raised Over City Hall
The union flag has been raised over Belfast City Hall to mark the Duchess of Cambridge’s 31st birthday. The flag was raised following a sixth consecutive night of rioting and violence from loyalist p...
Northern Ireland News, Jan 9, 2013
Murder Accused Attends Father's Funeral
An 18-year-old rising GAA star has attended the funeral of his father, amid accusations he was responsible for his murder. Aloysius Hackett, 60, was a respected figure in GAA circles in Tyrone and a ...
Murder Accused Attends Father's Funeral
An 18-year-old rising GAA star has attended the funeral of his father, amid accusations he was responsible for his murder. Aloysius Hackett, 60, was a respected figure in GAA circles in Tyrone and a ...
Northern Ireland News, Jan 9, 2013
Jason McGovern Murder: Suspect Bailed
A man arrested by police over the murder of Monaghan teenager Jason McGovern has been released on bail pending further inquiries. The 23-year-old had been detained in the Omagh area on Monday. Mr Mc...
Jason McGovern Murder: Suspect Bailed
A man arrested by police over the murder of Monaghan teenager Jason McGovern has been released on bail pending further inquiries. The 23-year-old had been detained in the Omagh area on Monday. Mr Mc...
Northern Ireland News, Jan 9, 2013
National Trust Begins Golf Resort Block Bid
The National Trust has begun its bid to block the building of a new £100m golf course and resort near the Giant’s Causeway on the north coast. The Trust has taken the matter to the High Court, as it ...
National Trust Begins Golf Resort Block Bid
The National Trust has begun its bid to block the building of a new £100m golf course and resort near the Giant’s Causeway on the north coast. The Trust has taken the matter to the High Court, as it ...
Northern Ireland News, Jan 9, 2013
Rioters Vandalise Autistic Community Centre
Rioters protesting the union flag restrictions at Belfast City Hall broke into a community building for autistic children in an attempt to find missiles to throw at police officers, according to the P...
Rioters Vandalise Autistic Community Centre
Rioters protesting the union flag restrictions at Belfast City Hall broke into a community building for autistic children in an attempt to find missiles to throw at police officers, according to the P...
UK National News, Jan 9, 2013
UK Man Pleads Guilty To Iran Arms Deal
A retired UK businessman faces sentencing in the US after pleading guilty to arms dealing. 66-year-old Christopher Tappin was extradited to the US last February over claims he tried to sell missile b...
UK Man Pleads Guilty To Iran Arms Deal
A retired UK businessman faces sentencing in the US after pleading guilty to arms dealing. 66-year-old Christopher Tappin was extradited to the US last February over claims he tried to sell missile b...
Recruitment News, Jan 9, 2013
Huwawei R&D Centres For Cork And Dublin
Huawei, the global information and communications technology (ICT) solutions provider, has announced that it is opening a new research and development centre spread across two sites in Cork and Dublin...
Huwawei R&D Centres For Cork And Dublin
Huawei, the global information and communications technology (ICT) solutions provider, has announced that it is opening a new research and development centre spread across two sites in Cork and Dublin...
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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.