Northern Ireland News for January 2015 : Page 8
Northern Ireland News, Jan 15, 2015
'Serious' Car Accident In Lisburn
Emergency services are at the scene of a "serious" one-vehicle collision in Lisburn. The accident happened shortly before midday. It is understood a tree fell and hit a van during stormy weather. ...
'Serious' Car Accident In Lisburn
Emergency services are at the scene of a "serious" one-vehicle collision in Lisburn. The accident happened shortly before midday. It is understood a tree fell and hit a van during stormy weather. ...
Business News, Jan 15, 2015
PathXL Announces Expansion Plans
PathXL, the global pioneer in advanced software solutions for digital pathology, is investing £3.6m in growth and creating 32 highly skilled jobs over the next three years. The Belfast-based company,...
PathXL Announces Expansion Plans
PathXL, the global pioneer in advanced software solutions for digital pathology, is investing £3.6m in growth and creating 32 highly skilled jobs over the next three years. The Belfast-based company,...
UK National News, Jan 15, 2015
Police Searching Allotments For Woman Missing Since Christmas Eve
West Midlands Police are searching allotments in Leicester for the body of Sameena Imam, who has been missing since 24 December. The 34-year-old, from Cardiff, was last seen on Christmas Eve outside ...
Police Searching Allotments For Woman Missing Since Christmas Eve
West Midlands Police are searching allotments in Leicester for the body of Sameena Imam, who has been missing since 24 December. The 34-year-old, from Cardiff, was last seen on Christmas Eve outside ...
UK National News, Jan 15, 2015
Police And Food Standards Agency Investigate Death
Greater Manchester Police and the Food Standards Agency are conducting a joint investigation into the death of an 18-year-old woman in Manchester city centre. Police said the woman died in hospital o...
Police And Food Standards Agency Investigate Death
Greater Manchester Police and the Food Standards Agency are conducting a joint investigation into the death of an 18-year-old woman in Manchester city centre. Police said the woman died in hospital o...
Northern Ireland News, Jan 15, 2015
Probe Into Police Cover-Up Claims
It has been confirmed that the Director of Public Prosecutions has asked the PSNI to investigate claims regarding the alleged destruction of evidence in a case more than 30 years ago. In November 19...
Probe Into Police Cover-Up Claims
It has been confirmed that the Director of Public Prosecutions has asked the PSNI to investigate claims regarding the alleged destruction of evidence in a case more than 30 years ago. In November 19...
Northern Ireland News, Jan 15, 2015
Body Of Missing Woman Is Found
A body found on a beach in Co Down has been confirmed as that of missing woman Aileen Finch. Ms Finch, 68, went missing sometime between Tuesday night and Wednesday. On Wednesday evening (14 Janua...
Body Of Missing Woman Is Found
A body found on a beach in Co Down has been confirmed as that of missing woman Aileen Finch. Ms Finch, 68, went missing sometime between Tuesday night and Wednesday. On Wednesday evening (14 Janua...
Northern Ireland News, Jan 15, 2015
Equality Commission Launches Investigation
Northern Ireland's Equality Commission has said it is to conduct an investigation into the treatment of pregnant women and mothers in the workplace. The investigation will be carried out under the Sex...
Equality Commission Launches Investigation
Northern Ireland's Equality Commission has said it is to conduct an investigation into the treatment of pregnant women and mothers in the workplace. The investigation will be carried out under the Sex...
Northern Ireland News, Jan 15, 2015
New Plans Revealed For North Coast Golf Course Site
An alternative plan for land bought for a golf course on the north coast has been revealed. The 1,200 acre site near Giant's Causeway had been earmarked for a £100m luxury golf course. However, the p...
New Plans Revealed For North Coast Golf Course Site
An alternative plan for land bought for a golf course on the north coast has been revealed. The 1,200 acre site near Giant's Causeway had been earmarked for a £100m luxury golf course. However, the p...
Northern Ireland News, Jan 15, 2015
Homes Without Power Following Overnight Storm
Around 200 homes are without power following stormy weather across Northern Ireland. It is understood that engineers are working to restore power as NIE warn of possible further damage to the network...
Homes Without Power Following Overnight Storm
Around 200 homes are without power following stormy weather across Northern Ireland. It is understood that engineers are working to restore power as NIE warn of possible further damage to the network...
UK National News, Jan 15, 2015
Police Appeal To Witnesses Of Cycling Incident
Police in Cheltenham have appealed to witnesses of an incident involving a cyclist on Tuesday. It is understood that a 52-year-old female cyclist was found with head injuries on Old Bath Road. She wa...
Police Appeal To Witnesses Of Cycling Incident
Police in Cheltenham have appealed to witnesses of an incident involving a cyclist on Tuesday. It is understood that a 52-year-old female cyclist was found with head injuries on Old Bath Road. She wa...
UK National News, Jan 15, 2015
Cadbury's Announce 200 Job Cuts
Cadbury's has announced 200 job cuts at its Birmingham plant. It follows an announcement last year by owners Mondelez International of an investment of £75m in new production lines at the plant. It h...
Cadbury's Announce 200 Job Cuts
Cadbury's has announced 200 job cuts at its Birmingham plant. It follows an announcement last year by owners Mondelez International of an investment of £75m in new production lines at the plant. It h...
UK National News, Jan 15, 2015
Council Building Damaged In Overnight Fire
Firecrews are continuing to fire a blaze at the offices of South Oxfordshire District Council. Crews were called from Oxfordshire and Berkshire at about 03:15 to a fire at the building on Benson Lane...
Council Building Damaged In Overnight Fire
Firecrews are continuing to fire a blaze at the offices of South Oxfordshire District Council. Crews were called from Oxfordshire and Berkshire at about 03:15 to a fire at the building on Benson Lane...
UK National News, Jan 15, 2015
BP Announce North Sea Job Cuts
Two hundred jobs and 100 contractor roles are to be cut from BP's North Sea operations, the oil company has announced. According to reports, a "small number" of compulsory redundancies are expected, ...
BP Announce North Sea Job Cuts
Two hundred jobs and 100 contractor roles are to be cut from BP's North Sea operations, the oil company has announced. According to reports, a "small number" of compulsory redundancies are expected, ...
UK National News, Jan 15, 2015
Govt Name Employers Not Paying Minimum Wage
The Business Minister Jo Swinson has produced a list of 37 UK employers who have failed to pay their workers the National Minimum Wage. More than £170,000 is owed to workers at a range of companies, ...
Govt Name Employers Not Paying Minimum Wage
The Business Minister Jo Swinson has produced a list of 37 UK employers who have failed to pay their workers the National Minimum Wage. More than £170,000 is owed to workers at a range of companies, ...
Northern Ireland News, Jan 15, 2015
Other News In Brief
Belfast-Set Short Film Nominated For An Oscar A short film set in 1970s Belfast has been nominated for an Oscar in the live action short category. Boogaloo and Graham, directed by Michael Le...
Other News In Brief
Belfast-Set Short Film Nominated For An Oscar A short film set in 1970s Belfast has been nominated for an Oscar in the live action short category. Boogaloo and Graham, directed by Michael Le...
UK National News, Jan 15, 2015
Other News In Brief
Author Ruth Rendell In Critical Condition Following Stroke Author Ruth Rendell is being treated in hospital after suffering a stroke, her publisher has confirmed. The 84-year-old bestsellin...
Other News In Brief
Author Ruth Rendell In Critical Condition Following Stroke Author Ruth Rendell is being treated in hospital after suffering a stroke, her publisher has confirmed. The 84-year-old bestsellin...
Recruitment News, Jan 15, 2015
Craigavon To Host Major Job Fair And Advice Forum
Craigavon is to play host to a major Job Fair and Advice Forum on Thursday 5 February between 10am and 5pm. The event, which is free and open to all, will take place in the Seagoe Hotel, Craigavon. T...
Craigavon To Host Major Job Fair And Advice Forum
Craigavon is to play host to a major Job Fair and Advice Forum on Thursday 5 February between 10am and 5pm. The event, which is free and open to all, will take place in the Seagoe Hotel, Craigavon. T...
UK National News, Jan 14, 2015
Met Office Issues 'Be Aware' Warnings
The Met Office has issued yellow 'be aware' warnings across the UK, with gales of up to 70 mph expected along the western coast later today. Snow has already caused major disruptions the country, wit...
Met Office Issues 'Be Aware' Warnings
The Met Office has issued yellow 'be aware' warnings across the UK, with gales of up to 70 mph expected along the western coast later today. Snow has already caused major disruptions the country, wit...
Northern Ireland News, Jan 14, 2015
200 Properties Face Water Disruption
NI Water has confirmed that about 200 properties in the Cookstown area of County Tyrone may experience renewed disruption to their water supply. The disruption could affect those customers being serv...
200 Properties Face Water Disruption
NI Water has confirmed that about 200 properties in the Cookstown area of County Tyrone may experience renewed disruption to their water supply. The disruption could affect those customers being serv...
UK National News, Jan 14, 2015
Leaders Warn PM TV Debates Will Go Ahead
Party leaders are warning PM David Cameron they will go ahead with televised debates even if he refuses to participate. It follows an announcement by the Prime Minister that he would not take part i...
Leaders Warn PM TV Debates Will Go Ahead
Party leaders are warning PM David Cameron they will go ahead with televised debates even if he refuses to participate. It follows an announcement by the Prime Minister that he would not take part i...
Northern Ireland News, Jan 14, 2015
Extra Time Granted For Randalstown Murder Investigation
Detectives investigating the murder of Nelson Cheung have been granted extra time to question five people currently in custody. Those currently detained include a 14-year-old boy and a 16-year-old gi...
Extra Time Granted For Randalstown Murder Investigation
Detectives investigating the murder of Nelson Cheung have been granted extra time to question five people currently in custody. Those currently detained include a 14-year-old boy and a 16-year-old gi...
UK National News, Jan 14, 2015
Police Scotland Launch Murder Investigation Into Caravan Body
Police in Scotland have launched a murder investigation following the discovery of a woman's body in a caravan on Monday. The body of Carol-Anne Taggart (54) was found at the Pettycur caravan site in...
Police Scotland Launch Murder Investigation Into Caravan Body
Police in Scotland have launched a murder investigation following the discovery of a woman's body in a caravan on Monday. The body of Carol-Anne Taggart (54) was found at the Pettycur caravan site in...
Northern Ireland News, Jan 14, 2015
540 Jobs Announced By Randox
540 jobs are to created over four years as a result of a £29m capital investment by diagnostics firm Randox. Randox, headquartered in Crumlin, Co. Antrim, specialises in the development of diagnostic...
540 Jobs Announced By Randox
540 jobs are to created over four years as a result of a £29m capital investment by diagnostics firm Randox. Randox, headquartered in Crumlin, Co. Antrim, specialises in the development of diagnostic...
UK National News, Jan 14, 2015
Bolts To Be Replaced On 'Cheesegrater' Skyscraper
A third large steel bolt has fractured and fallen from the 'Cheesegrater' building in central London, British Land confirmed. Two bolts fell from the skyscraper last year, with on hitting the ground ...
Bolts To Be Replaced On 'Cheesegrater' Skyscraper
A third large steel bolt has fractured and fallen from the 'Cheesegrater' building in central London, British Land confirmed. Two bolts fell from the skyscraper last year, with on hitting the ground ...
Business News, Jan 14, 2015
Randox To Create 540 New Jobs
First Minister Peter Robinson and deputy First Minister Martin McGuinness have announced global diagnostics firm, Randox, is to create 540 quality jobs over four years resulting from a £29m capital in...
Randox To Create 540 New Jobs
First Minister Peter Robinson and deputy First Minister Martin McGuinness have announced global diagnostics firm, Randox, is to create 540 quality jobs over four years resulting from a £29m capital in...
Recruitment News, Jan 14, 2015
Barbour Workers Accept 'Significantly Improved' Offer
Striking Barbour workers at the famous jacket maker in Gateshead will be going back to work after accepting a significantly improved offer following talks at Acas, their union Unite announced today. ...
Barbour Workers Accept 'Significantly Improved' Offer
Striking Barbour workers at the famous jacket maker in Gateshead will be going back to work after accepting a significantly improved offer following talks at Acas, their union Unite announced today. ...
UK National News, Jan 14, 2015
Musician Trevor Ward-Davies Dies Aged 70
Musician Trevor Ward-Davies, founding member and bass player of Dave Dee, Dozy, Beaky, Mick and Tich, has died at the age of 70. Better known as Dozy, Mr Ward-Davies helped found the 60s pop group, w...
Musician Trevor Ward-Davies Dies Aged 70
Musician Trevor Ward-Davies, founding member and bass player of Dave Dee, Dozy, Beaky, Mick and Tich, has died at the age of 70. Better known as Dozy, Mr Ward-Davies helped found the 60s pop group, w...
Northern Ireland News, Jan 14, 2015
PSNI Security Alert 'Nothing Untoward'
The PSNI has said a security alert at headquarters in east Belfast has ended, after a suspicious package was declared to be "nothing untoward". The package was sent to the Knock Road complex in the p...
PSNI Security Alert 'Nothing Untoward'
The PSNI has said a security alert at headquarters in east Belfast has ended, after a suspicious package was declared to be "nothing untoward". The package was sent to the Knock Road complex in the p...
Northern Ireland News, Jan 14, 2015
Motorcyclist Killed In Antrim Crash
A motorcyclist has been killed in a two-vehicle crash in Ballycarry, Co Antrim. The accident occurred between a bike and a lorry on the A2 Larne Road at about 12:15 on Tuesday afternoon. A rapid res...
Motorcyclist Killed In Antrim Crash
A motorcyclist has been killed in a two-vehicle crash in Ballycarry, Co Antrim. The accident occurred between a bike and a lorry on the A2 Larne Road at about 12:15 on Tuesday afternoon. A rapid res...
Northern Ireland News, Jan 14, 2015
80 Jobs For Irish Auction Firm Expansion
80 jobs are expected to be created with the expansion of an Irish auction firm into Great Britain, it has been announced. City Auction Group operates in Belfast, Omagh and Dublin and is set to open a...
80 Jobs For Irish Auction Firm Expansion
80 jobs are expected to be created with the expansion of an Irish auction firm into Great Britain, it has been announced. City Auction Group operates in Belfast, Omagh and Dublin and is set to open a...
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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.