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Northern Ireland News for September 2021 : Page 3
Northern Ireland News, Sep 22, 2021
Other News In Brief
Unvaccinated Visitors To Balmoral Show Urged To Get Jabbed Any unvaccinated visitors to the Balmoral Show have been urged to use the opportunity to get jabbed. The mobile vaccination clinic...
Other News In Brief
Unvaccinated Visitors To Balmoral Show Urged To Get Jabbed Any unvaccinated visitors to the Balmoral Show have been urged to use the opportunity to get jabbed. The mobile vaccination clinic...
Northern Ireland News, Sep 21, 2021
PM Urged To Challenge 'Flawed' Protocol Narrative In Washington
The DUP has called on Boris Johnson to use his visit to the United States to challenge the flawed narrative in Washington that the Protocol protects the Belfast Agreement. Making the call, party lead...
PM Urged To Challenge 'Flawed' Protocol Narrative In Washington
The DUP has called on Boris Johnson to use his visit to the United States to challenge the flawed narrative in Washington that the Protocol protects the Belfast Agreement. Making the call, party lead...
Northern Ireland News, Sep 21, 2021
Progress Of NI's Vaccination Programme Welcomed
The Health Minister Robin Swann has welcomed the continued progress in NI's vaccination programme. The Jabbathon student jab initiative continues with walk-in clinics at university and FE college cam...
Progress Of NI's Vaccination Programme Welcomed
The Health Minister Robin Swann has welcomed the continued progress in NI's vaccination programme. The Jabbathon student jab initiative continues with walk-in clinics at university and FE college cam...
Northern Ireland News, Sep 21, 2021
Free Period Products To Be Supplied To All NI Schools
Education Minister, Michelle McIlveen, has announced the launch of a scheme to make period products freely available to pupils in primary, secondary, special schools and EOTAS settings. Minister McIl...
Free Period Products To Be Supplied To All NI Schools
Education Minister, Michelle McIlveen, has announced the launch of a scheme to make period products freely available to pupils in primary, secondary, special schools and EOTAS settings. Minister McIl...
Northern Ireland News, Sep 21, 2021
New Legislation To Ban Public Appointment Of Those With Serious Convictions
The Executive is set to debate new legislation that would prohibit anyone with a serious criminal conviction from holding public office. The Political Appointments Bill has been proposed by TUV leade...
New Legislation To Ban Public Appointment Of Those With Serious Convictions
The Executive is set to debate new legislation that would prohibit anyone with a serious criminal conviction from holding public office. The Political Appointments Bill has been proposed by TUV leade...
Northern Ireland News, Sep 21, 2021
Absconded Convicted Murderer Returns To Custody
A convicted murderer who absconded while on temporary release from prison has been recaptured and returned to custody. 60-year-old Samuel McKinley was serving a life sentence at HMP Maghaberry for th...
Absconded Convicted Murderer Returns To Custody
A convicted murderer who absconded while on temporary release from prison has been recaptured and returned to custody. 60-year-old Samuel McKinley was serving a life sentence at HMP Maghaberry for th...
Northern Ireland News, Sep 21, 2021
Folic Acid To Be Added To Flour
Folic acid to be added to flour to help prevent life-threatening spinal conditions in babies, Health Minister Robin Swann has announced. The Northern Ireland Executive in line with the rest of the UK...
Folic Acid To Be Added To Flour
Folic acid to be added to flour to help prevent life-threatening spinal conditions in babies, Health Minister Robin Swann has announced. The Northern Ireland Executive in line with the rest of the UK...
Northern Ireland News, Sep 21, 2021
Health Minister Welcomes Progress On Organ Donation Bill
The Executive has agreed to the motion for the proposed changes to NI's organ donation rules. Welcome the progress of his Organ and Tissue Donation (Deemed Consent) Bill, Health Minister Robin Swann ...
Health Minister Welcomes Progress On Organ Donation Bill
The Executive has agreed to the motion for the proposed changes to NI's organ donation rules. Welcome the progress of his Organ and Tissue Donation (Deemed Consent) Bill, Health Minister Robin Swann ...
Northern Ireland News, Sep 21, 2021
New Legislation Proposed To Abolish Hospital Car Parking Charges
Sinn Féin have proposed new legislation to abolish hospital car parking charges to ease the burden on staff and visitors. West Belfast MLA Fra McCann is currently taking the bill to abolish charges t...
New Legislation Proposed To Abolish Hospital Car Parking Charges
Sinn Féin have proposed new legislation to abolish hospital car parking charges to ease the burden on staff and visitors. West Belfast MLA Fra McCann is currently taking the bill to abolish charges t...
Northern Ireland News, Sep 21, 2021
Ulster Bank Offers New £150 Switch And Save Reward
Ulster Bank has announced the launch of its new Ulster Select account, offering a £150 Switch and Save reward for new and existing customers. New to Ulster Bank customers can apply for an Ulster Sele...
Ulster Bank Offers New £150 Switch And Save Reward
Ulster Bank has announced the launch of its new Ulster Select account, offering a £150 Switch and Save reward for new and existing customers. New to Ulster Bank customers can apply for an Ulster Sele...
Northern Ireland News, Sep 21, 2021
Other News In Brief
SDLP Launch 'Give It Back' Campaign To Retain UC Uplift The SDLP has launching a campaign to stop the planned £20 weekly cut to Universal Credit. The party has called on the British Governm...
Other News In Brief
SDLP Launch 'Give It Back' Campaign To Retain UC Uplift The SDLP has launching a campaign to stop the planned £20 weekly cut to Universal Credit. The party has called on the British Governm...
Northern Ireland News, Sep 20, 2021
School Pupils To Be Given CPR Training
All school pupils aged 11 to 14 will receive CPR training starting in the academic year 2022/23, Education Minister Michelle McIlveen has announced. Making the announcement, the Minister said: "CPR i...
School Pupils To Be Given CPR Training
All school pupils aged 11 to 14 will receive CPR training starting in the academic year 2022/23, Education Minister Michelle McIlveen has announced. Making the announcement, the Minister said: "CPR i...
Northern Ireland News, Sep 20, 2021
Executive To Debate Change To NI Organ Donation Rules
The NI Executive is set to debate changing Northern Ireland's organ donations rules to an opt out system, which would mean people would automatically become donors unless they specifically opt out. C...
Executive To Debate Change To NI Organ Donation Rules
The NI Executive is set to debate changing Northern Ireland's organ donations rules to an opt out system, which would mean people would automatically become donors unless they specifically opt out. C...
Northern Ireland News, Sep 20, 2021
One Week Until Spend Local Card Scheme Opens For Applications
People have been urged to have all their key information together when they apply for their Spend Local card, while also being reminded that there will be "enough time for everyone to apply". Economy...
One Week Until Spend Local Card Scheme Opens For Applications
People have been urged to have all their key information together when they apply for their Spend Local card, while also being reminded that there will be "enough time for everyone to apply". Economy...
Northern Ireland News, Sep 20, 2021
NI Established As 'Highly Desirable Filming Location'
Northern Ireland has established itself as a highly desirable filming location, Economy Minister Gordon Lyons has said during a visit to the set for the upcoming feature film, 'Dungeons and Dragons' a...
NI Established As 'Highly Desirable Filming Location'
Northern Ireland has established itself as a highly desirable filming location, Economy Minister Gordon Lyons has said during a visit to the set for the upcoming feature film, 'Dungeons and Dragons' a...
Northern Ireland News, Sep 20, 2021
PSNI Apologies Again For 'Victim Blaming' Leaflet
Leaflets distributed to students allegedly linking rape victims alcohol consumption as a cause of being attacked were distributed by PSNI officers "in error". The PSNI has admitted that its officers ...
PSNI Apologies Again For 'Victim Blaming' Leaflet
Leaflets distributed to students allegedly linking rape victims alcohol consumption as a cause of being attacked were distributed by PSNI officers "in error". The PSNI has admitted that its officers ...
Northern Ireland News, Sep 20, 2021
DfH Highlights 'Stark Illustration Of Vaccine Effectiveness'
In December 2020, for every 1000 cases of COVID-19 in Northern Ireland, around 80 were admitted to hospital, while currently, the figure for hospitalisations is in the region of 20 per 1000 cases. Th...
DfH Highlights 'Stark Illustration Of Vaccine Effectiveness'
In December 2020, for every 1000 cases of COVID-19 in Northern Ireland, around 80 were admitted to hospital, while currently, the figure for hospitalisations is in the region of 20 per 1000 cases. Th...
Northern Ireland News, Sep 20, 2021
New International Travel Framework Agreed
The UK government has approved a new international travel framework, to simplify the current process. From Monday 4 October the traffic light system will be removed with the merger of the green and a...
New International Travel Framework Agreed
The UK government has approved a new international travel framework, to simplify the current process. From Monday 4 October the traffic light system will be removed with the merger of the green and a...
Northern Ireland News, Sep 20, 2021
Senior Nurse Jailed For Defrauding Employer Of More Than £10,000
A senior nurse has pleaded guilty to defrauding Southern Health and Social Care Trust of more than £10,000. Cherith Douglas entered guilty pleas to a total of 12 offences - eight of fraud by false r...
Senior Nurse Jailed For Defrauding Employer Of More Than £10,000
A senior nurse has pleaded guilty to defrauding Southern Health and Social Care Trust of more than £10,000. Cherith Douglas entered guilty pleas to a total of 12 offences - eight of fraud by false r...
Northern Ireland News, Sep 20, 2021
Call For Public Inquiry Into Dalradian Gold Mine Projects
Infrastructure Minister Nichola Mallon has called on the Planning Appeals Commission to launch a Public Inquiry into the Dalradian Gold Mine projects. Making the call, Minister Mallon said: "In June ...
Call For Public Inquiry Into Dalradian Gold Mine Projects
Infrastructure Minister Nichola Mallon has called on the Planning Appeals Commission to launch a Public Inquiry into the Dalradian Gold Mine projects. Making the call, Minister Mallon said: "In June ...
Northern Ireland News, Sep 20, 2021
Other News In Brief
New Belfast City Youth Council Announced Belfast City Council has announced the establishment of a new Belfast City Youth Council. The council is now recruiting 40 new members from communit...
Other News In Brief
New Belfast City Youth Council Announced Belfast City Council has announced the establishment of a new Belfast City Youth Council. The council is now recruiting 40 new members from communit...
Northern Ireland News, Sep 17, 2021
Two Men Charged With The Murder Of Lyra McKee
Two men have been charged with the murder of Lyra McKee. Journalist Lyra McKee (29) was fatally shot as she observed rioting in the Creggan estate in L'Derry in April 2019. Four men were arrested ea...
Two Men Charged With The Murder Of Lyra McKee
Two men have been charged with the murder of Lyra McKee. Journalist Lyra McKee (29) was fatally shot as she observed rioting in the Creggan estate in L'Derry in April 2019. Four men were arrested ea...
Northern Ireland News, Sep 17, 2021
12 Arrests Made In Ongoing Anti-Social Behaviour In The Holylands
A total of 12 people have now been arrested this week during ongoing anti-social behaviour in the Holyland's area of south Belfast. Police have said that large numbers of young people from across the...
12 Arrests Made In Ongoing Anti-Social Behaviour In The Holylands
A total of 12 people have now been arrested this week during ongoing anti-social behaviour in the Holyland's area of south Belfast. Police have said that large numbers of young people from across the...
Northern Ireland News, Sep 17, 2021
Swann Requests Military Assistance For NI Health Service
A request for military assistance for the Northern Ireland Health Service has been made by Health Minister Robin Swann. The Health Minister said: "Our health service is under pressure as never before...
Swann Requests Military Assistance For NI Health Service
A request for military assistance for the Northern Ireland Health Service has been made by Health Minister Robin Swann. The Health Minister said: "Our health service is under pressure as never before...
Northern Ireland News, Sep 17, 2021
'Jabbathon' Vaccine Promotion Continues
The 'Jabbathon' vaccine promotion will continue next week with a range of clinics open across Northern Ireland, the Department for Health has announced. Mobile walk-in clinics will continue at some 3...
'Jabbathon' Vaccine Promotion Continues
The 'Jabbathon' vaccine promotion will continue next week with a range of clinics open across Northern Ireland, the Department for Health has announced. Mobile walk-in clinics will continue at some 3...
Northern Ireland News, Sep 17, 2021
Taxi Fare Review Announced By Infrastructure Minister
A targeted consultation on a taxi fare review has been announced by Infrastructure Minister Nichola Mallon, as part of her ongoing plans to assist the taxi industry as they rebuild following the Covid...
Taxi Fare Review Announced By Infrastructure Minister
A targeted consultation on a taxi fare review has been announced by Infrastructure Minister Nichola Mallon, as part of her ongoing plans to assist the taxi industry as they rebuild following the Covid...
Northern Ireland News, Sep 17, 2021
New Lagan Gateway Bridge Opens
A new pedestrian and cyclist bridge connecting Lagan Towpath to Annadale Embankment at Stranmillis in Belfast has opened. The 83-metre bridge is one of the key elements of the £5.2 million Lagan Gate...
New Lagan Gateway Bridge Opens
A new pedestrian and cyclist bridge connecting Lagan Towpath to Annadale Embankment at Stranmillis in Belfast has opened. The 83-metre bridge is one of the key elements of the £5.2 million Lagan Gate...
Northern Ireland News, Sep 17, 2021
Amnesty International Condemns Govt Amnesty Proposals
British armed forces cannot be placed above the rule of law and accountability, Sinn Féin MLA Gerry Kelly has said. Mr Kelly has welcomed a submission by Amnesty International to the United Nations, ...
Amnesty International Condemns Govt Amnesty Proposals
British armed forces cannot be placed above the rule of law and accountability, Sinn Féin MLA Gerry Kelly has said. Mr Kelly has welcomed a submission by Amnesty International to the United Nations, ...
Northern Ireland News, Sep 17, 2021
New Sports Capital Works Fund Announced
A new £700,000 fund has been established to help the sports sector improve their physical sports infrastructure to support increased delivery of inclusive, safe and sustained participation in sport an...
New Sports Capital Works Fund Announced
A new £700,000 fund has been established to help the sports sector improve their physical sports infrastructure to support increased delivery of inclusive, safe and sustained participation in sport an...
Northern Ireland News, Sep 17, 2021
NI Agri-Food Sector To Be Showcased At Balmoral Show
Northern Ireland's agri-food sector is set to be highlighted at this year's Balmoral Show, taking place at the Eikon Exhibition Centre in Lisburn from 22-25 September. A number of exhibits at the eve...
NI Agri-Food Sector To Be Showcased At Balmoral Show
Northern Ireland's agri-food sector is set to be highlighted at this year's Balmoral Show, taking place at the Eikon Exhibition Centre in Lisburn from 22-25 September. A number of exhibits at the eve...
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Northern Ireland WeatherThis Evening and Tonight:Continuing cloudy through the evening with further outbreaks of rain, the rain turning lighter and patchier from the south as the night progresses. Winds remain light. Minimum temperature 8 °C.
