Northern Ireland News for May 2025 : Page 3
Northern Ireland News, May 21, 2025
SDLP Accuses DUP Of 'Divisive Politics' In Immigration Debate
SDLP Leader of the Opposition Matthew O'Toole MLA has accused the DUP of "plumbing new depths" and pushing divisive politics reminiscent of Enoch Powell during an Assembly debate on immigration brough...
SDLP Accuses DUP Of 'Divisive Politics' In Immigration Debate
SDLP Leader of the Opposition Matthew O'Toole MLA has accused the DUP of "plumbing new depths" and pushing divisive politics reminiscent of Enoch Powell during an Assembly debate on immigration brough...
Northern Ireland News, May 21, 2025
Woman Jailed For 2022 West Belfast Murder
Julianne McIlwaine has been sentenced at Belfast Crown Court for a minimum of 12 years in prison for the murder of James Joseph Crossley in west Belfast in 2022. The 34-year-old was found guilty of t...
Woman Jailed For 2022 West Belfast Murder
Julianne McIlwaine has been sentenced at Belfast Crown Court for a minimum of 12 years in prison for the murder of James Joseph Crossley in west Belfast in 2022. The 34-year-old was found guilty of t...
Northern Ireland News, May 21, 2025
Justice Minister Seeks Views On Broadcasting NI Courts
The Department of Justice is considering proposals that could lead to the broadcasting of sentencing remarks by Crown Court judges and other court proceedings in Northern Ireland. Justice Minister Nao...
Justice Minister Seeks Views On Broadcasting NI Courts
The Department of Justice is considering proposals that could lead to the broadcasting of sentencing remarks by Crown Court judges and other court proceedings in Northern Ireland. Justice Minister Nao...
Northern Ireland News, May 21, 2025
DUP Leads Assembly Debate On Impact Of Illegal Immigration
DUP MLAs have led an Assembly debate on the impact of illegal immigration in Northern Ireland, spearheaded by Upper Bann MLA Jonathan Buckley. The discussion focused on perceived strains on public s...
DUP Leads Assembly Debate On Impact Of Illegal Immigration
DUP MLAs have led an Assembly debate on the impact of illegal immigration in Northern Ireland, spearheaded by Upper Bann MLA Jonathan Buckley. The discussion focused on perceived strains on public s...
Northern Ireland News, May 21, 2025
Search Continues To Find Ireland's 'Most Adventurous' Family
Time is running out for families across Ireland to become Armagh's official 'Family Explorer' – a title awarded through a new competition spotlighting the very best of family-friendly attractions and ...
Search Continues To Find Ireland's 'Most Adventurous' Family
Time is running out for families across Ireland to become Armagh's official 'Family Explorer' – a title awarded through a new competition spotlighting the very best of family-friendly attractions and ...
Northern Ireland News, May 21, 2025
New Research Reveals Decline In NI's Historic Buildings
New research published by the Department for Communities has highlighted the significant decline in the condition of Northern Ireland's listed buildings over the past decade, as well as similar issues...
New Research Reveals Decline In NI's Historic Buildings
New research published by the Department for Communities has highlighted the significant decline in the condition of Northern Ireland's listed buildings over the past decade, as well as similar issues...
Northern Ireland News, May 21, 2025
How Online Slots Became A Favourite Evening Escape In NI
The way folks in Northern Ireland spend their evenings has seriously changed lately. Sure, people still enjoy the classics, but digital entertainment has absolutely boomed. Online slots in particular ...
How Online Slots Became A Favourite Evening Escape In NI
The way folks in Northern Ireland spend their evenings has seriously changed lately. Sure, people still enjoy the classics, but digital entertainment has absolutely boomed. Online slots in particular ...
Northern Ireland News, May 21, 2025
Other News In Brief
Road Closures In Ballymoney For Joey Dunlop 25th Anniversary Event Ballymoney Town Centre will experience several road closures this Saturday, 24th May, to facilitate an event marking 25 yea...
Other News In Brief
Road Closures In Ballymoney For Joey Dunlop 25th Anniversary Event Ballymoney Town Centre will experience several road closures this Saturday, 24th May, to facilitate an event marking 25 yea...
Northern Ireland News, May 20, 2025
RNLI Launches 'Float To Live' Campaign After Successful Rescue
The RNLI has today (Tuesday 20 May) launched its "Float to Live" campaign, urging the public to remember a single piece of advice that could prove life-saving for anyone struggling in the water. The ...
RNLI Launches 'Float To Live' Campaign After Successful Rescue
The RNLI has today (Tuesday 20 May) launched its "Float to Live" campaign, urging the public to remember a single piece of advice that could prove life-saving for anyone struggling in the water. The ...
Northern Ireland News, May 20, 2025
New £3.5m 'City Quays Gardens' Launches At Belfast Harbour
A vibrant new green urban garden for Belfast has been officially launched today at Belfast Harbour, marked by a traditional maritime bottle smashing ceremony at the City Quays Gardens. The £3.5 milli...
New £3.5m 'City Quays Gardens' Launches At Belfast Harbour
A vibrant new green urban garden for Belfast has been officially launched today at Belfast Harbour, marked by a traditional maritime bottle smashing ceremony at the City Quays Gardens. The £3.5 milli...
Northern Ireland News, May 20, 2025
Deloitte Announces Major Expansion In Belfast With 500 New Jobs
Deloitte has today announced a significant expansion of its operations in Northern Ireland, committing to create an additional 500 new jobs in Belfast over the next three years. The city's new techn...
Deloitte Announces Major Expansion In Belfast With 500 New Jobs
Deloitte has today announced a significant expansion of its operations in Northern Ireland, committing to create an additional 500 new jobs in Belfast over the next three years. The city's new techn...
Northern Ireland News, May 20, 2025
Bangor Firearms Incident: Cordons Reduced As Investigations Continue
A man in his 40s has been arrested on suspicion of possessing a firearm with intent to cause fear of violence following a firearms incident in Bangor town centre on Sunday evening. Police said they r...
Bangor Firearms Incident: Cordons Reduced As Investigations Continue
A man in his 40s has been arrested on suspicion of possessing a firearm with intent to cause fear of violence following a firearms incident in Bangor town centre on Sunday evening. Police said they r...
Northern Ireland News, May 20, 2025
SDLP Raises Concerns Over 'Dissent' On Anti-Poverty Strategy
SDLP Communities Spokesperson Daniel McCrossan MLA has publicly questioned whether there is internal dissent within the Northern Ireland Executive regarding the recently agreed anti-poverty strategy. ...
SDLP Raises Concerns Over 'Dissent' On Anti-Poverty Strategy
SDLP Communities Spokesperson Daniel McCrossan MLA has publicly questioned whether there is internal dissent within the Northern Ireland Executive regarding the recently agreed anti-poverty strategy. ...
Northern Ireland News, May 20, 2025
Kimmins Pledges Increased Funding For Community Transport Services
Infrastructure Minister Liz Kimmins has announced her intention to increase funding for community transport services in Northern Ireland for the 2025-26 financial year. The final decisions on the Depa...
Kimmins Pledges Increased Funding For Community Transport Services
Infrastructure Minister Liz Kimmins has announced her intention to increase funding for community transport services in Northern Ireland for the 2025-26 financial year. The final decisions on the Depa...
Northern Ireland News, May 20, 2025
Police Appeal For Information After Sexual Assault In West Belfast
Police are reissuing their appeal for information following a report of a sexual assault in the Glen Road area of West Belfast on Monday, 19 May. Chief Inspector Claire Hamilton stated that at approx...
Police Appeal For Information After Sexual Assault In West Belfast
Police are reissuing their appeal for information following a report of a sexual assault in the Glen Road area of West Belfast on Monday, 19 May. Chief Inspector Claire Hamilton stated that at approx...
Northern Ireland News, May 20, 2025
Two Men Sentenced For Firearm Offences
Two men have been sentenced at Belfast Crown Court today, Tuesday 20 May, for multiple firearm offences. Winston Irvine, 49, of north Belfast, received a two-and-a-half-year prison sentence, with hal...
Two Men Sentenced For Firearm Offences
Two men have been sentenced at Belfast Crown Court today, Tuesday 20 May, for multiple firearm offences. Winston Irvine, 49, of north Belfast, received a two-and-a-half-year prison sentence, with hal...
Northern Ireland News, May 20, 2025
Updated UKGC Policies Bring Tougher Deposit Restrictions And Player Protection
The UK Gambling Commission (UKGC) is gearing up to shake up the country's gambling industry with a wave of bold new policies designed to give players more control over their gambling and ensure greate...
Updated UKGC Policies Bring Tougher Deposit Restrictions And Player Protection
The UK Gambling Commission (UKGC) is gearing up to shake up the country's gambling industry with a wave of bold new policies designed to give players more control over their gambling and ensure greate...
Northern Ireland News, May 20, 2025
Other News In Brief
SDLP Calls For Action On West Belfast Mobile Coverage SDLP West Belfast Councillor Paul Doherty has highlighted the urgent need to address poor mobile phone coverage in the area, speaking ahea...
Other News In Brief
SDLP Calls For Action On West Belfast Mobile Coverage SDLP West Belfast Councillor Paul Doherty has highlighted the urgent need to address poor mobile phone coverage in the area, speaking ahea...
Northern Ireland News, May 19, 2025
Public Urged To Take Better Care Of Themselves To Help Health Service
Health Minister Mike Nesbitt is asking the population of Northern Ireland to help him turn around the health service by taking better care of their own health and well-being. The Minister warned that...
Public Urged To Take Better Care Of Themselves To Help Health Service
Health Minister Mike Nesbitt is asking the population of Northern Ireland to help him turn around the health service by taking better care of their own health and well-being. The Minister warned that...
Northern Ireland News, May 19, 2025
SDLP Opposition Publishes Five-Point Plan For 'Better Budget'
The SDLP Opposition has published a five-point plan outlining their proposals for a "better Budget" for Northern Ireland, announcing they will vote against the Executive's budget when it comes before ...
SDLP Opposition Publishes Five-Point Plan For 'Better Budget'
The SDLP Opposition has published a five-point plan outlining their proposals for a "better Budget" for Northern Ireland, announcing they will vote against the Executive's budget when it comes before ...
Northern Ireland News, May 19, 2025
Antrim Road To Close Tonight For Fatal Collision Investigation Testing
A section of the Antrim Road in Glengormley is set to close tonight, Monday 19th May, as the PSNI's Collision Investigation Unit carries out scene testing. The testing is being conducted as part of t...
Antrim Road To Close Tonight For Fatal Collision Investigation Testing
A section of the Antrim Road in Glengormley is set to close tonight, Monday 19th May, as the PSNI's Collision Investigation Unit carries out scene testing. The testing is being conducted as part of t...
Northern Ireland News, May 19, 2025
Justice Minister Launches Consultation On Sentence Reduction For Guilty Pleas
Justice Minister Naomi Long has launched a public consultation seeking views on a range of issues related to sentence reduction for individuals who plead guilty. The consultation is part of wider ef...
Justice Minister Launches Consultation On Sentence Reduction For Guilty Pleas
Justice Minister Naomi Long has launched a public consultation seeking views on a range of issues related to sentence reduction for individuals who plead guilty. The consultation is part of wider ef...
Northern Ireland News, May 19, 2025
Translink Announce Active Travel Challenge Starting In June
Translink, as part of its 'Better on Board' Charter commitment to supporting a healthier and more sustainable Northern Ireland, is calling on all its partners to sign up and participate in this year's...
Translink Announce Active Travel Challenge Starting In June
Translink, as part of its 'Better on Board' Charter commitment to supporting a healthier and more sustainable Northern Ireland, is calling on all its partners to sign up and participate in this year's...
Northern Ireland News, May 19, 2025
Belfast Lord Mayor Hosts 'Musical Finale' Celebrating Local Talent
Belfast's vibrant musical talent will take centre stage this Saturday, 24th May, as Lord Mayor Councillor Micky Murray hosts a "Musical Finale" to celebrate local artists before his term in office con...
Belfast Lord Mayor Hosts 'Musical Finale' Celebrating Local Talent
Belfast's vibrant musical talent will take centre stage this Saturday, 24th May, as Lord Mayor Councillor Micky Murray hosts a "Musical Finale" to celebrate local artists before his term in office con...
Northern Ireland News, May 19, 2025
Police Officer Assaulted During Arrest In L'Derry
Police in L'Derry have arrested a 35-year-old man after a female officer was assaulted during an incident on Friday evening, 16 May. Chief Inspector Cherith Craig explained that officers were initial...
Police Officer Assaulted During Arrest In L'Derry
Police in L'Derry have arrested a 35-year-old man after a female officer was assaulted during an incident on Friday evening, 16 May. Chief Inspector Cherith Craig explained that officers were initial...
Northern Ireland News, May 19, 2025
Two Seriously Injured After Car Collides With Pedestrians In Millisle
Two people sustained serious injuries after a car collided with a number of pedestrians on Main Street in Millisle on Saturday evening, 17th May. Police confirmed they received a report of the incide...
Two Seriously Injured After Car Collides With Pedestrians In Millisle
Two people sustained serious injuries after a car collided with a number of pedestrians on Main Street in Millisle on Saturday evening, 17th May. Police confirmed they received a report of the incide...
Northern Ireland News, May 19, 2025
£55m Early Learning And Childcare Package Announced
Education Minister Paul Givan has announced a significant £55 million package of measures for early learning and childcare, including the extension of the Northern Ireland Childcare Subsidy Scheme (NI...
£55m Early Learning And Childcare Package Announced
Education Minister Paul Givan has announced a significant £55 million package of measures for early learning and childcare, including the extension of the Northern Ireland Childcare Subsidy Scheme (NI...
Northern Ireland News, May 19, 2025
Other News In Brief
Man Arrested And Stolen Goods Recovered Following South Belfast Burglary Police have arrested a 31-year-old man on suspicion of handling stolen goods following a burglary at a house on Sandh...
Other News In Brief
Man Arrested And Stolen Goods Recovered Following South Belfast Burglary Police have arrested a 31-year-old man on suspicion of handling stolen goods following a burglary at a house on Sandh...
Northern Ireland News, May 16, 2025
Fresh Romance Scam Warning After Ards Woman Loses £15,000
Police are issuing a fresh warning to the public to be vigilant after a woman from Newtownards was swindled out of £15,000 in a romance scam reported this week. The victim is understood to have met t...
Fresh Romance Scam Warning After Ards Woman Loses £15,000
Police are issuing a fresh warning to the public to be vigilant after a woman from Newtownards was swindled out of £15,000 in a romance scam reported this week. The victim is understood to have met t...
Northern Ireland News, May 16, 2025
PHA Report Reveals High Youth Vaping Rates In NI
The Public Health Agency (PHA) has published new research titled 'Behavioural insights into youth vaping in Northern Ireland', providing detailed information on the use of e-cigarettes and perceptions...
PHA Report Reveals High Youth Vaping Rates In NI
The Public Health Agency (PHA) has published new research titled 'Behavioural insights into youth vaping in Northern Ireland', providing detailed information on the use of e-cigarettes and perceptions...
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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.