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Northern Ireland News for February 2016 : Page 3
Northern Ireland News, Feb 19, 2016
Almost £140,000 To Be Invested In Housing Upgrades
The NI Housing Executive has invested £137,000 into housing upgrades in Newtownabbey. Building contractor Dixons has upgraded 89 homes in the Old Mossley area. Works involved installing double glazi...
Almost £140,000 To Be Invested In Housing Upgrades
The NI Housing Executive has invested £137,000 into housing upgrades in Newtownabbey. Building contractor Dixons has upgraded 89 homes in the Old Mossley area. Works involved installing double glazi...
Business News, Feb 19, 2016
Causeway Coast 'Bursting With Enterprise Potential' - DFM
The Causeway Coast is "bursting with enterprise potential", Deputy First Minister Martin McGuinness has told a meeting of the Causeway Chamber of Commerce in Portrush. Speaking at a Commerce Dinner o...
Causeway Coast 'Bursting With Enterprise Potential' - DFM
The Causeway Coast is "bursting with enterprise potential", Deputy First Minister Martin McGuinness has told a meeting of the Causeway Chamber of Commerce in Portrush. Speaking at a Commerce Dinner o...
Northern Ireland News, Feb 19, 2016
Police Renew Appeal For Information On Attempted Murder
Detectives from the Reactive and Organised Crime Branch have appealed for information following the attempted murder of a 41-year-old man in west Belfast in November, 2015. The man was shot in the he...
Police Renew Appeal For Information On Attempted Murder
Detectives from the Reactive and Organised Crime Branch have appealed for information following the attempted murder of a 41-year-old man in west Belfast in November, 2015. The man was shot in the he...
Northern Ireland News, Feb 19, 2016
Over 40 Employers To Attend North Down Jobs Fair
More than 40 employers are expected to be in attendance at the North Down Jobs Fair, due to be held in the Marine Court Hotel, Bangor, on Thursday 25 February. The job fair, organised by the Departme...
Over 40 Employers To Attend North Down Jobs Fair
More than 40 employers are expected to be in attendance at the North Down Jobs Fair, due to be held in the Marine Court Hotel, Bangor, on Thursday 25 February. The job fair, organised by the Departme...
Northern Ireland News, Feb 19, 2016
Independent Research On Developer Scheme Published
Independent research on the likely economic impact of a Developer Contributions Scheme has been published by Lord Morrow and Mark H Durkan. The research was commissioned following a public consultati...
Independent Research On Developer Scheme Published
Independent research on the likely economic impact of a Developer Contributions Scheme has been published by Lord Morrow and Mark H Durkan. The research was commissioned following a public consultati...
Northern Ireland News, Feb 19, 2016
Two Men Arrested In Connection With Armagh Cocaine Seizure
Two men have been arrested in connection with the seizure of cocaine in Armagh. The pair, aged 30 and 37, were detained after police stopped two vehicles on Loughgall Road on the morning of Thursday,...
Two Men Arrested In Connection With Armagh Cocaine Seizure
Two men have been arrested in connection with the seizure of cocaine in Armagh. The pair, aged 30 and 37, were detained after police stopped two vehicles on Loughgall Road on the morning of Thursday,...
Northern Ireland News, Feb 19, 2016
Agriculture Minister Hears Concerns Over Gold Processing Plant
The Agriculture Minister, Michelle O'Neill, has attended a community meeting in Greencastle, Co Tyrone, to listen to their concerns about a planned gold processing plant in the area. Minister O'Neill...
Agriculture Minister Hears Concerns Over Gold Processing Plant
The Agriculture Minister, Michelle O'Neill, has attended a community meeting in Greencastle, Co Tyrone, to listen to their concerns about a planned gold processing plant in the area. Minister O'Neill...
Recruitment News, Feb 19, 2016
€500m Allocated To Accelerate Export-Led Job Growth
Fine Gael have launched its new 'Long Term Economic Plan', which aims to increase the number of jobs in export-orientated companies over the next five years. Launching the plan, An Taoiseach, Enda Ke...
€500m Allocated To Accelerate Export-Led Job Growth
Fine Gael have launched its new 'Long Term Economic Plan', which aims to increase the number of jobs in export-orientated companies over the next five years. Launching the plan, An Taoiseach, Enda Ke...
Northern Ireland News, Feb 19, 2016
NI Government Procurement Scheme Shortlisted At GO Awards
A NI Government procurement initiative for electrical workers has been shortlisted at the National Government Opportunities (GO) Excellence in Public Procurement Awards. The Central Procurement Direc...
NI Government Procurement Scheme Shortlisted At GO Awards
A NI Government procurement initiative for electrical workers has been shortlisted at the National Government Opportunities (GO) Excellence in Public Procurement Awards. The Central Procurement Direc...
Northern Ireland News, Feb 19, 2016
Other News In Brief
Strathfoyle Woman Convicted Of Benefit Fraud A 32-year-old woman has been convicted at Londonderry Magistrates' court for claiming benefits she was not entitled to. Emma Black, of Clonmeen ...
Other News In Brief
Strathfoyle Woman Convicted Of Benefit Fraud A 32-year-old woman has been convicted at Londonderry Magistrates' court for claiming benefits she was not entitled to. Emma Black, of Clonmeen ...
Recruitment News, Feb 18, 2016
New Service For Users Of Employment Permits System
A new service for users of the Employment Permits system has been launched by the Minister for Jobs, Enterprise and Innovation, Richard Bruton. Following the introduction of the new service, applican...
New Service For Users Of Employment Permits System
A new service for users of the Employment Permits system has been launched by the Minister for Jobs, Enterprise and Innovation, Richard Bruton. Following the introduction of the new service, applican...
Business News, Feb 18, 2016
Invest NI And Asda Launch Initiative For Local Food Businesses
Invest NI in association with Asda and local food buisnesses have launched a new initiative in support of the Northern Ireland Year of Food. Welcoming the initiative, East Belfast DUP MLA Robin Newto...
Invest NI And Asda Launch Initiative For Local Food Businesses
Invest NI in association with Asda and local food buisnesses have launched a new initiative in support of the Northern Ireland Year of Food. Welcoming the initiative, East Belfast DUP MLA Robin Newto...
Northern Ireland News, Feb 18, 2016
Bombardier Job Losses 'Deeply Disappointing'
The news that Bombardier is to reduce its workforce in Northern Ireland have been described as "deeply disappointing" and "extremely regrettable", by Enterprise, Trade and Investment Minister Jonathan...
Bombardier Job Losses 'Deeply Disappointing'
The news that Bombardier is to reduce its workforce in Northern Ireland have been described as "deeply disappointing" and "extremely regrettable", by Enterprise, Trade and Investment Minister Jonathan...
Northern Ireland News, Feb 18, 2016
NI Housing Market Holding Steady - NI RPPI
The housing market in Northern Ireland has shown steady price growth with continuing affordability, according to the latest Northern Ireland Residential Property Price Index (NI RPPI). Produced by th...
NI Housing Market Holding Steady - NI RPPI
The housing market in Northern Ireland has shown steady price growth with continuing affordability, according to the latest Northern Ireland Residential Property Price Index (NI RPPI). Produced by th...
Northern Ireland News, Feb 18, 2016
Health Conference Attended By Five Main Political Parties
A major health summit has been held in Belfast and been attended by the five main political parties. The summit, chaired by Professor Rafael Bengoa, aimed to consider the principles that should under...
Health Conference Attended By Five Main Political Parties
A major health summit has been held in Belfast and been attended by the five main political parties. The summit, chaired by Professor Rafael Bengoa, aimed to consider the principles that should under...
Northern Ireland News, Feb 18, 2016
Major Burglary Crackdown Launched Across NI
A major operation has been launched by the PSNI in an effort to reduce the number of burglaries in Northern Ireland. The operation will run for four weeks, cover the entirety of Northern Ireland, and...
Major Burglary Crackdown Launched Across NI
A major operation has been launched by the PSNI in an effort to reduce the number of burglaries in Northern Ireland. The operation will run for four weeks, cover the entirety of Northern Ireland, and...
Northern Ireland News, Feb 18, 2016
Education Minister Highlights Importance Of Pre-School Education
Education Minister John O'Dowd has highlighted the importance of pre-school education during a visit to Forkhill Pre-School Playgroup in County Armagh. During the visit, the minister was given a tour...
Education Minister Highlights Importance Of Pre-School Education
Education Minister John O'Dowd has highlighted the importance of pre-school education during a visit to Forkhill Pre-School Playgroup in County Armagh. During the visit, the minister was given a tour...
Northern Ireland News, Feb 18, 2016
32-Year-Old Man Convicted Of Benefit Fraud
A 32-year-old man from Oxfordshire has been convicted at Dungannon Magistrates' Court for benefits fraud. Gary Smyth, of Lower Barn Farm, South Fawley claimed Jobseekers Allowance totalling £804 whil...
32-Year-Old Man Convicted Of Benefit Fraud
A 32-year-old man from Oxfordshire has been convicted at Dungannon Magistrates' Court for benefits fraud. Gary Smyth, of Lower Barn Farm, South Fawley claimed Jobseekers Allowance totalling £804 whil...
Northern Ireland News, Feb 18, 2016
Directory Of Info And Advice For Job Seekers Published
Following the news of a fall in the number of people claiming unemployment benefits, nidirect has compiled a directory of practical information and advice for anyone looking for a job. Develop y...
Directory Of Info And Advice For Job Seekers Published
Following the news of a fall in the number of people claiming unemployment benefits, nidirect has compiled a directory of practical information and advice for anyone looking for a job. Develop y...
Northern Ireland News, Feb 18, 2016
Other News In Brief
Met Office Issues Yellow Warning For Ice And Snow A yellow alert for snow and ice has been issued by the Met Office. The forecaster has warned that overnight clear spells following by rain,...
Other News In Brief
Met Office Issues Yellow Warning For Ice And Snow A yellow alert for snow and ice has been issued by the Met Office. The forecaster has warned that overnight clear spells following by rain,...
Business News, Feb 17, 2016
Major Tourism Conference To Focus On Food And Hospitality Sectors
The importance of the food and hospital sectors to local tourism is to be highlighted at a major industry conference to be held in Belfast on Tuesday 23 February. The 'Focus On Food: Our Recipe For T...
Major Tourism Conference To Focus On Food And Hospitality Sectors
The importance of the food and hospital sectors to local tourism is to be highlighted at a major industry conference to be held in Belfast on Tuesday 23 February. The 'Focus On Food: Our Recipe For T...
Northern Ireland News, Feb 17, 2016
Belfast Healthy Cities Conference Launched
A Belfast Healthy Cities conference is to be held to explore how culture and the arts contribute to health and wellbeing, and how they contribute to the regeneration of cities and communities. Launch...
Belfast Healthy Cities Conference Launched
A Belfast Healthy Cities conference is to be held to explore how culture and the arts contribute to health and wellbeing, and how they contribute to the regeneration of cities and communities. Launch...
Recruitment News, Feb 17, 2016
Directory Of Practical Info And Advice Published For Jobseekers
Following the news of a fall in the number of people claiming unemployment benefits, nidirect has compiled a directory of practical information and advice for anyone looking for a job. Develop y...
Directory Of Practical Info And Advice Published For Jobseekers
Following the news of a fall in the number of people claiming unemployment benefits, nidirect has compiled a directory of practical information and advice for anyone looking for a job. Develop y...
Northern Ireland News, Feb 17, 2016
Unemployment Decreases In Last Quarter Of 2015
New figures from the Northern Ireland Statistics & Research Agency, have revealed a "marginal decrease" in unemployment for the period October – December, 2015. Key findings of the Labour Market Repo...
Unemployment Decreases In Last Quarter Of 2015
New figures from the Northern Ireland Statistics & Research Agency, have revealed a "marginal decrease" in unemployment for the period October – December, 2015. Key findings of the Labour Market Repo...
Northern Ireland News, Feb 17, 2016
Belfast Chosen To Host IAU World Championships
Belfast has been chosen to host the 12th International Association of Ultrarunners 24 Hour World Championships in 2017. The ultra running championships, which are held every two years, will be staged...
Belfast Chosen To Host IAU World Championships
Belfast has been chosen to host the 12th International Association of Ultrarunners 24 Hour World Championships in 2017. The ultra running championships, which are held every two years, will be staged...
Northern Ireland News, Feb 17, 2016
Blue Plaque Unveiled In Honour Of Thomas Sinclair
A blue plaque has been unveiled in honour of the achievements of Ulster Covenant author, Thomas Sinclair. The First Minister Arlene Foster, in association with the Ulster Scots Agency, unveiled the p...
Blue Plaque Unveiled In Honour Of Thomas Sinclair
A blue plaque has been unveiled in honour of the achievements of Ulster Covenant author, Thomas Sinclair. The First Minister Arlene Foster, in association with the Ulster Scots Agency, unveiled the p...
Northern Ireland News, Feb 17, 2016
Agriculture Minister Launches Three Separate Consultations
Three consultations have been launched by Agriculture Minister Michelle O'Neill, including: Options for Future Support to Areas of Natural Constraint; Designation of Areas of Natural Constraint; and A...
Agriculture Minister Launches Three Separate Consultations
Three consultations have been launched by Agriculture Minister Michelle O'Neill, including: Options for Future Support to Areas of Natural Constraint; Designation of Areas of Natural Constraint; and A...
Northern Ireland News, Feb 17, 2016
Planning Approved For City Centre Student Accommodation Development
Planning permission has been granted for a new purpose-built managed student accommodation development in Belfast city centre. Belfast City Council's Planning Committee granted permission for the red...
Planning Approved For City Centre Student Accommodation Development
Planning permission has been granted for a new purpose-built managed student accommodation development in Belfast city centre. Belfast City Council's Planning Committee granted permission for the red...
Northern Ireland News, Feb 17, 2016
New Ulster Orchestra Outreach Initiative Launched
A new Ulster Orchestra community outreach initiative has been launched by First Minister Arlene Foster, Deputy First Minister Martin McGuinness, and Culture, Arts and Leisure Minister Carál Ní Chuilín...
New Ulster Orchestra Outreach Initiative Launched
A new Ulster Orchestra community outreach initiative has been launched by First Minister Arlene Foster, Deputy First Minister Martin McGuinness, and Culture, Arts and Leisure Minister Carál Ní Chuilín...
Northern Ireland News, Feb 17, 2016
Other News In Brief
Number Of New Planning Applications Approved Belfast City Council's Planning Committee has granted planning permission for a new 63-bedroom hotel at the former War Memorial building in Warin...
Other News In Brief
Number Of New Planning Applications Approved Belfast City Council's Planning Committee has granted planning permission for a new 63-bedroom hotel at the former War Memorial building in Warin...
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Northern Ireland WeatherToday:There will be a mixture of bright intervals and a few showers. Best of the sunny spells will be near the North Coast. Feeling on the cool side. Maximum temperature 10 °C.Tonight:Showers will gradually die out during the evening. A cold night with long clear spells leading to a touch of frost in places. Minimum temperature 0 °C.
