Northern Ireland News for October 2013 : Page 13
UK National News, Oct 7, 2013
37,000 Lives Could Be Saved By Walking
The Ramblers and Macmillan Cancer Support have launched Walking Works, an extensive overview of the mounting research into the life-threatening consequences of inactivity, which concludes that walking...
37,000 Lives Could Be Saved By Walking
The Ramblers and Macmillan Cancer Support have launched Walking Works, an extensive overview of the mounting research into the life-threatening consequences of inactivity, which concludes that walking...
UK National News, Oct 7, 2013
National Crime Agency Becomes Operational
The UK's response to the threat from serious and organised crime will be transformed today as the new National Crime Agency (NCA) becomes operational. For the first time, a single law enforcement age...
National Crime Agency Becomes Operational
The UK's response to the threat from serious and organised crime will be transformed today as the new National Crime Agency (NCA) becomes operational. For the first time, a single law enforcement age...
Northern Ireland News, Oct 7, 2013
Invest NI Launches Two New Funds
Two new funds have been created by Invest NI as part of its Access to Finance portfolio. The venture capital funds, Crescent III and Bank of Ireland Kernel Capital Growth Fund (NI), have been designe...
Invest NI Launches Two New Funds
Two new funds have been created by Invest NI as part of its Access to Finance portfolio. The venture capital funds, Crescent III and Bank of Ireland Kernel Capital Growth Fund (NI), have been designe...
Northern Ireland News, Oct 7, 2013
Church Daubed With Sectarian Graffiti
Republican and sectarian graffiti has been painted on the walls of a protestant church in L'Derry some time between Saturday evening and Sunday morning. Slogans such as 'IRA' and 'out now', among oth...
Church Daubed With Sectarian Graffiti
Republican and sectarian graffiti has been painted on the walls of a protestant church in L'Derry some time between Saturday evening and Sunday morning. Slogans such as 'IRA' and 'out now', among oth...
Northern Ireland News, Oct 7, 2013
Loyalist Protests 'Must Be Peaceful' - MLAs
MLAs have said any protests organised by unionists against recent decisions made by the Parades Commission must be peaceful and lawful. The statements follow an announcement by the Orange Order that ...
Loyalist Protests 'Must Be Peaceful' - MLAs
MLAs have said any protests organised by unionists against recent decisions made by the Parades Commission must be peaceful and lawful. The statements follow an announcement by the Orange Order that ...
UK National News, Oct 7, 2013
Call For Better Warnings On Cigarette Packs
Only a third (36%) of UK teenagers are deterred from smoking by current cigarette packs, compared to half (48%) of teenagers in Australia, where packs are almost entirely covered by graphic warnings, ...
Call For Better Warnings On Cigarette Packs
Only a third (36%) of UK teenagers are deterred from smoking by current cigarette packs, compared to half (48%) of teenagers in Australia, where packs are almost entirely covered by graphic warnings, ...
UK National News, Oct 7, 2013
People With Mental Health Issues More Likely To Become Victims Of Crime
People with mental health problems are up to ten times more likely to become victims of crime than the general population, according to new research by charities and academics. 'At risk, yet dismisse...
People With Mental Health Issues More Likely To Become Victims Of Crime
People with mental health problems are up to ten times more likely to become victims of crime than the general population, according to new research by charities and academics. 'At risk, yet dismisse...
Northern Ireland News, Oct 7, 2013
Men Arrested Over M1 Alert
Four men have been arrested following a hoax bomb alert on the M1 this morning. Police had closed the motorway in both directions between Belfast and Lisburn after a suspicious object was found on th...
Men Arrested Over M1 Alert
Four men have been arrested following a hoax bomb alert on the M1 this morning. Police had closed the motorway in both directions between Belfast and Lisburn after a suspicious object was found on th...
UK National News, Oct 7, 2013
Disabled People Deprived Of Essential Care, Charity Claims
Two-thirds of local councils are commissioning 15-minute visits despite major concerns they deprive disabled people of essential care, according to a new report by charity Leonard Cheshire Disability....
Disabled People Deprived Of Essential Care, Charity Claims
Two-thirds of local councils are commissioning 15-minute visits despite major concerns they deprive disabled people of essential care, according to a new report by charity Leonard Cheshire Disability....
Northern Ireland News, Oct 7, 2013
'Troubles' Surgeon To Address US Medics
A Belfast surgeon and Queen’s University Professor is to address US medics on his experiences operating on hundreds of victims at the height of The Troubles in Northern Ireland. Professor Roy Spence ...
'Troubles' Surgeon To Address US Medics
A Belfast surgeon and Queen’s University Professor is to address US medics on his experiences operating on hundreds of victims at the height of The Troubles in Northern Ireland. Professor Roy Spence ...
UK National News, Oct 7, 2013
Other News In Brief
Additional £100m Announced For Enterprise Zones The government is putting an extra £100, on the table so enterprise zones can complete key infrastructure projects and successfully compete for...
Other News In Brief
Additional £100m Announced For Enterprise Zones The government is putting an extra £100, on the table so enterprise zones can complete key infrastructure projects and successfully compete for...
Northern Ireland News, Oct 7, 2013
Other News In Brief
Car Hijacked In West Belfast A man has had his car hijacked at St. James's Parade in west Belfast. The man was told to get out of his vehicle by two men, who had their faces covered, at 19:40...
Other News In Brief
Car Hijacked In West Belfast A man has had his car hijacked at St. James's Parade in west Belfast. The man was told to get out of his vehicle by two men, who had their faces covered, at 19:40...
Business News, Oct 4, 2013
'A Successful Belfast Is A Key Component Of Economic Recovery' - Hamilton
Finance Minister Simon Hamilton MLA has told an audience of business men and women that a strong and successful Belfast is a key component of economic recovery in Northern Ireland. Speaking at the Be...
'A Successful Belfast Is A Key Component Of Economic Recovery' - Hamilton
Finance Minister Simon Hamilton MLA has told an audience of business men and women that a strong and successful Belfast is a key component of economic recovery in Northern Ireland. Speaking at the Be...
Northern Ireland News, Oct 4, 2013
Shankill To Benefit From Council Funding
Older people from the Shankill area of Belfast are to benefit from a cash boost via the City Council's £5m Local Investment Fund. West Belfast Orange Hall has been awarded £50,000 to begin renovation...
Shankill To Benefit From Council Funding
Older people from the Shankill area of Belfast are to benefit from a cash boost via the City Council's £5m Local Investment Fund. West Belfast Orange Hall has been awarded £50,000 to begin renovation...
UK National News, Oct 4, 2013
Footballer Jailed For Two Separate Attacks
A footballer for Sheffield Wednesday has been jailed for 18 months after he was found guilty of two separate attacks. Footballer Gary Madine, 23, punched Daniel Beresford in the Paris Bar in Sheffiel...
Footballer Jailed For Two Separate Attacks
A footballer for Sheffield Wednesday has been jailed for 18 months after he was found guilty of two separate attacks. Footballer Gary Madine, 23, punched Daniel Beresford in the Paris Bar in Sheffiel...
UK National News, Oct 4, 2013
Young Children Turn To Tablet Computers
The number of children who own a mobile phone is going down, as youngsters reject basic handsets and increasingly turn to tablet computers to access the internet. The finding is part of Ofcom's wide-...
Young Children Turn To Tablet Computers
The number of children who own a mobile phone is going down, as youngsters reject basic handsets and increasingly turn to tablet computers to access the internet. The finding is part of Ofcom's wide-...
UK National News, Oct 4, 2013
Men Over 50 Are Less Likely To Know Symptoms Of Cancer
Men over 50 are less likely to know symptoms of serious diseases and have a worse diet than women, according to a new study released today by Saga Health Insurance who surveyed almost 12,000 over-50s....
Men Over 50 Are Less Likely To Know Symptoms Of Cancer
Men over 50 are less likely to know symptoms of serious diseases and have a worse diet than women, according to a new study released today by Saga Health Insurance who surveyed almost 12,000 over-50s....
UK National News, Oct 4, 2013
Amanda Hutton To Be Sentenced
A mother who allowed her four-year-old son to starve to death, and then left his decomposing body in a cot for almost two years, has been jailed for 15 years. Amanda Hutton, an alcoholic mother-of-e...
Amanda Hutton To Be Sentenced
A mother who allowed her four-year-old son to starve to death, and then left his decomposing body in a cot for almost two years, has been jailed for 15 years. Amanda Hutton, an alcoholic mother-of-e...
Northern Ireland News, Oct 4, 2013
Peace Centre Funding Withdrawn
European Union funding of £18m for the peace centre at the former Maze prison has been withdrawn, after parties were unable to agree on the details surrounding the development. The Special European P...
Peace Centre Funding Withdrawn
European Union funding of £18m for the peace centre at the former Maze prison has been withdrawn, after parties were unable to agree on the details surrounding the development. The Special European P...
Northern Ireland News, Oct 4, 2013
New Parades Commissioners Sought
The Northern Ireland Secretary has announced a process to recruit a new five-member Commission to adjudicate sensitive parades. The term of the current Parades Commission members is due to end on 31 ...
New Parades Commissioners Sought
The Northern Ireland Secretary has announced a process to recruit a new five-member Commission to adjudicate sensitive parades. The term of the current Parades Commission members is due to end on 31 ...
Recruitment News, Oct 4, 2013
The Global Irish Economic Forum To Focus On Job Creation
The Global Irish Economic Forum will focus on opportunities for job creation and economic growth, Tánaiste and Minister for Foreign Affairs and Trade Eamon Gilmore, T.D., said as he delivered the open...
The Global Irish Economic Forum To Focus On Job Creation
The Global Irish Economic Forum will focus on opportunities for job creation and economic growth, Tánaiste and Minister for Foreign Affairs and Trade Eamon Gilmore, T.D., said as he delivered the open...
Northern Ireland News, Oct 4, 2013
NI Men More Likely To Die By Suicide
Men in Northern Ireland are three times more likely to take their own lives than women, according to new research by the University of Ulster. The study is the first ever detailed analysis of deaths ...
NI Men More Likely To Die By Suicide
Men in Northern Ireland are three times more likely to take their own lives than women, according to new research by the University of Ulster. The study is the first ever detailed analysis of deaths ...
Northern Ireland News, Oct 4, 2013
Child Custody A 'Last Resort'
Justice Minister David Ford has said custody should be a "last resort for children", but if it is needed, it must be appropriate. The Minister was speaking as he published a consultation on the custo...
Child Custody A 'Last Resort'
Justice Minister David Ford has said custody should be a "last resort for children", but if it is needed, it must be appropriate. The Minister was speaking as he published a consultation on the custo...
UK National News, Oct 4, 2013
Max Clifford Pleads Not Guilty To Charges
PR consultant Max Clifford has pleaded not guilty to 11 counts of indecent assault. The 70-year-old appeared at Southwark Crown Court this morning. He faces charges relating to seven alleged victi...
Max Clifford Pleads Not Guilty To Charges
PR consultant Max Clifford has pleaded not guilty to 11 counts of indecent assault. The 70-year-old appeared at Southwark Crown Court this morning. He faces charges relating to seven alleged victi...
UK National News, Oct 4, 2013
'Automatic' Release Of Extreme Criminals Scrapped
The "automatic" release of criminals convicted of rape or attempted rape of a child or terrorism offences is being scrapped under new regulations introduced by the government. Justice Secretary Chris...
'Automatic' Release Of Extreme Criminals Scrapped
The "automatic" release of criminals convicted of rape or attempted rape of a child or terrorism offences is being scrapped under new regulations introduced by the government. Justice Secretary Chris...
Northern Ireland News, Oct 4, 2013
1,000 Jobs Claim Defended
An announcement that 1,000 jobs are to be created in Belfast by US company Stream has been defended, following revelations that in 2011 it downsized operations in L'Derry, which at one stage had emplo...
1,000 Jobs Claim Defended
An announcement that 1,000 jobs are to be created in Belfast by US company Stream has been defended, following revelations that in 2011 it downsized operations in L'Derry, which at one stage had emplo...
UK National News, Oct 4, 2013
SEUPB Withdraw Offer For Maze Site
Jim Nicholson MEP and Tom Elliott MLA met with senior officials from the Special EU Programmes Body (SEUPB) to discuss the Maze project and the future of money earmarked for the Peace Building and Con...
SEUPB Withdraw Offer For Maze Site
Jim Nicholson MEP and Tom Elliott MLA met with senior officials from the Special EU Programmes Body (SEUPB) to discuss the Maze project and the future of money earmarked for the Peace Building and Con...
Northern Ireland News, Oct 4, 2013
Belfast 'Key' To NI Recovery
A strong and successful Belfast is a key component of economic recovery in Northern Ireland, according to Finance Minister Simon Hamilton. The Minister was speaking at the Belfast Media Group's 'Belf...
Belfast 'Key' To NI Recovery
A strong and successful Belfast is a key component of economic recovery in Northern Ireland, according to Finance Minister Simon Hamilton. The Minister was speaking at the Belfast Media Group's 'Belf...
UK National News, Oct 4, 2013
Improvements For Welsh Rail Stations
Work has commenced on a £600,000 project to install new passenger shelters at rail stations across south Wales. Pyle Station will be the first to receive the new shelters, with a total of 21 to be i...
Improvements For Welsh Rail Stations
Work has commenced on a £600,000 project to install new passenger shelters at rail stations across south Wales. Pyle Station will be the first to receive the new shelters, with a total of 21 to be i...
UK National News, Oct 4, 2013
Scotland Holds Conference On Internet Safety
The Scottish government is inviting senior representatives of child protection organisations to a summit on internet safety. Ahead of the National Parent Forum of Scotland conference this weekend, Ch...
Scotland Holds Conference On Internet Safety
The Scottish government is inviting senior representatives of child protection organisations to a summit on internet safety. Ahead of the National Parent Forum of Scotland conference this weekend, Ch...
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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.