Northern Ireland News for April 2026 : Page 4
Northern Ireland News, Apr 20, 2026
Police Ombudsman Discusses Misconduct Report with Policing Board Committee
Officials from the Police Ombudsman's Office met with the Policing Board's Performance Committee last week to examine the findings of a recent report into police officers abusing their positions for s...
Police Ombudsman Discusses Misconduct Report with Policing Board Committee
Officials from the Police Ombudsman's Office met with the Policing Board's Performance Committee last week to examine the findings of a recent report into police officers abusing their positions for s...
Northern Ireland News, Apr 20, 2026
Man Arrested Following Early Morning Stabbing in Omagh
A 44-year-old man has been arrested in connection with a stabbing incident in Omagh during the early hours of Sunday, 19th April. The Police Service of Northern Ireland received a report at approxima...
Man Arrested Following Early Morning Stabbing in Omagh
A 44-year-old man has been arrested in connection with a stabbing incident in Omagh during the early hours of Sunday, 19th April. The Police Service of Northern Ireland received a report at approxima...
Northern Ireland News, Apr 17, 2026
£36.4m Support Package For Home Heating Oil Users
Communities Minister Gordon Lyons has secured agreement from the Northern Ireland Executive for a £36.4 million support package aimed at assisting households struggling with the cost of home heating o...
£36.4m Support Package For Home Heating Oil Users
Communities Minister Gordon Lyons has secured agreement from the Northern Ireland Executive for a £36.4 million support package aimed at assisting households struggling with the cost of home heating o...
Northern Ireland News, Apr 17, 2026
RAIB Launches Inquiry Into Near Miss at York Street
The Rail Accident Investigation Branch (RAIB) has opened an investigation into a near miss involving a train and a heavy goods vehicle (HGV) that occurred near York Street, Belfast, on 20 March 2026. ...
RAIB Launches Inquiry Into Near Miss at York Street
The Rail Accident Investigation Branch (RAIB) has opened an investigation into a near miss involving a train and a heavy goods vehicle (HGV) that occurred near York Street, Belfast, on 20 March 2026. ...
Northern Ireland News, Apr 17, 2026
BCC Opens Trading Opportunities For Fleadh Cheoil na hÉireann
Belfast City Council has announced a wide range of opportunities for local businesses and independent traders to participate in this summer's Fleadh Cheoil na hÉireann. The festival, which is the worl...
BCC Opens Trading Opportunities For Fleadh Cheoil na hÉireann
Belfast City Council has announced a wide range of opportunities for local businesses and independent traders to participate in this summer's Fleadh Cheoil na hÉireann. The festival, which is the worl...
Northern Ireland News, Apr 17, 2026
Connect Fund Extends Support With Additional £1.5m For Community Groups
Northern Ireland's community and voluntary sectors are set to benefit from an additional £1.5 million in grant funding, following the Northern Ireland Office's (NIO) decision to extend its successful ...
Connect Fund Extends Support With Additional £1.5m For Community Groups
Northern Ireland's community and voluntary sectors are set to benefit from an additional £1.5 million in grant funding, following the Northern Ireland Office's (NIO) decision to extend its successful ...
Northern Ireland News, Apr 17, 2026
MLA Expresses Concern Following Ulster University Job Cut Announcement
Alliance Economy spokesperson Kate Nicholl MLA has expressed her concern regarding the announcement that Ulster University is set to cut jobs due to severe financial pressures. While the precise scale...
MLA Expresses Concern Following Ulster University Job Cut Announcement
Alliance Economy spokesperson Kate Nicholl MLA has expressed her concern regarding the announcement that Ulster University is set to cut jobs due to severe financial pressures. While the precise scale...
Northern Ireland News, Apr 17, 2026
Man Charged Following £1.4m Drugs Seizure In Warrenpoint
A 53-year-old man is due to appear in court today, Friday 17 April, after detectives seized Class A drugs with an estimated street value of more than £1.4 million in Warrenpoint. The arrest and subse...
Man Charged Following £1.4m Drugs Seizure In Warrenpoint
A 53-year-old man is due to appear in court today, Friday 17 April, after detectives seized Class A drugs with an estimated street value of more than £1.4 million in Warrenpoint. The arrest and subse...
Northern Ireland News, Apr 17, 2026
Belfast Lough To Host 2026 GP14 World Championships
Belfast Lough will stage the GP14 World Championships from 8–14 August 2026, with more than 100 boats set to compete in a week of top‑level racing, shoreside energy and regatta spirit. Hosted b...
Belfast Lough To Host 2026 GP14 World Championships
Belfast Lough will stage the GP14 World Championships from 8–14 August 2026, with more than 100 boats set to compete in a week of top‑level racing, shoreside energy and regatta spirit. Hosted b...
Northern Ireland News, Apr 17, 2026
Givan Hails Pre-School Inclusion Fund's Impact On SEN Children
Education Minister Paul Givan has visited Holywood Nursery School to see how the Pre-School Inclusion Fund (PSIF) is strengthening support for young children with special educational needs (SEN). Hol...
Givan Hails Pre-School Inclusion Fund's Impact On SEN Children
Education Minister Paul Givan has visited Holywood Nursery School to see how the Pre-School Inclusion Fund (PSIF) is strengthening support for young children with special educational needs (SEN). Hol...
Northern Ireland News, Apr 17, 2026
Refurbished Belfast Harbour Marina Reopens With Seven Extra Berths
Belfast Harbour Marina has reopened following a refurbishment that adds capacity for yachts and leisure craft and upgrades facilities across the site. Situated between Titanic Belfast and the SSE Are...
Refurbished Belfast Harbour Marina Reopens With Seven Extra Berths
Belfast Harbour Marina has reopened following a refurbishment that adds capacity for yachts and leisure craft and upgrades facilities across the site. Situated between Titanic Belfast and the SSE Are...
Northern Ireland News, Apr 17, 2026
Giant Adventures Return To Mourne Gullion Strangford For 2026
The Giant Adventures series will return in 2026 with three immersive tourism events across Mourne Gullion Strangford, showcasing the area's mythology, music, food and spectacular scenery for residents...
Giant Adventures Return To Mourne Gullion Strangford For 2026
The Giant Adventures series will return in 2026 with three immersive tourism events across Mourne Gullion Strangford, showcasing the area's mythology, music, food and spectacular scenery for residents...
Northern Ireland News, Apr 16, 2026
PSNI Records Hundreds Of Driving-Related Detections Over Easter Weekend
Police in Northern Ireland recorded hundreds of driving-related detections during their Easter road safety operation, which ran from Friday morning, 3 April, to midnight on Monday, 6 April. Offences ...
PSNI Records Hundreds Of Driving-Related Detections Over Easter Weekend
Police in Northern Ireland recorded hundreds of driving-related detections during their Easter road safety operation, which ran from Friday morning, 3 April, to midnight on Monday, 6 April. Offences ...
Northern Ireland News, Apr 16, 2026
Public Warning: No Swimming Or Water Sports At Reservoirs
NI Water has issued an urgent safety appeal, urging the public to avoid all water-based activities at its reservoir sites, including Lough Shannagh, Silent Valley Mountain Park, Ben Crom and Spelga Da...
Public Warning: No Swimming Or Water Sports At Reservoirs
NI Water has issued an urgent safety appeal, urging the public to avoid all water-based activities at its reservoir sites, including Lough Shannagh, Silent Valley Mountain Park, Ben Crom and Spelga Da...
Northern Ireland News, Apr 16, 2026
Belfast Council Backs Pilot Drug Testing Facilities for Major Events
Alliance Balmoral Councillor Micky Murray has welcomed the successful passing of his motion to introduce pilot drug and pill testing facilities at major events and festivals across Belfast. The propos...
Belfast Council Backs Pilot Drug Testing Facilities for Major Events
Alliance Balmoral Councillor Micky Murray has welcomed the successful passing of his motion to introduce pilot drug and pill testing facilities at major events and festivals across Belfast. The propos...
Northern Ireland News, Apr 16, 2026
SDLP Raise Concerns Over Scramblers In Falls Park
SDLP West Belfast Councillor Paul Doherty has raised serious concerns regarding reports of large groups using scramblers within Falls Park. It is understood that approximately 20 vehicles were involve...
SDLP Raise Concerns Over Scramblers In Falls Park
SDLP West Belfast Councillor Paul Doherty has raised serious concerns regarding reports of large groups using scramblers within Falls Park. It is understood that approximately 20 vehicles were involve...
Northern Ireland News, Apr 16, 2026
Minister Lyons Launches Photography Exhibition Exploring Northern Ireland's Identity
Communities Minister Gordon Lyons has officially opened a significant photography exhibition at the Belfast Exposed gallery, which explores the complex themes of identity, belonging, and cultural heri...
Minister Lyons Launches Photography Exhibition Exploring Northern Ireland's Identity
Communities Minister Gordon Lyons has officially opened a significant photography exhibition at the Belfast Exposed gallery, which explores the complex themes of identity, belonging, and cultural heri...
Northern Ireland News, Apr 16, 2026
Minister Muir Engages with Isle of Man Over Fishing Crew Concerns
Agriculture, Environment and Rural Affairs Minister, Andrew Muir, has held high-level meetings with Isle of Man government ministers to address pressing issues regarding the rights of fishing crews. ...
Minister Muir Engages with Isle of Man Over Fishing Crew Concerns
Agriculture, Environment and Rural Affairs Minister, Andrew Muir, has held high-level meetings with Isle of Man government ministers to address pressing issues regarding the rights of fishing crews. ...
Northern Ireland News, Apr 16, 2026
Teenager Arrested On Suspicion Of Computer Misuse Offences
PSNI cyber crime detectives have detained a 16-year-old in Portadown as part of an investigation into reported network intrusion activity involving the Education Authority. Detectives from the Police...
Teenager Arrested On Suspicion Of Computer Misuse Offences
PSNI cyber crime detectives have detained a 16-year-old in Portadown as part of an investigation into reported network intrusion activity involving the Education Authority. Detectives from the Police...
Northern Ireland News, Apr 16, 2026
PSNI Donate To HURT After Forfeiture Order
Police in Derry City & Strabane have donated £2,460 to the HURT charity after Londonderry Crown Court granted a forfeiture order arising from a drugs and cash seizure. District Support Team Inspector...
PSNI Donate To HURT After Forfeiture Order
Police in Derry City & Strabane have donated £2,460 to the HURT charity after Londonderry Crown Court granted a forfeiture order arising from a drugs and cash seizure. District Support Team Inspector...
Northern Ireland News, Apr 16, 2026
Major Resurfacing Works Announced for A1 Banbridge Bypass
The Department for Infrastructure has announced a major resurfacing programme for the southbound carriageway of the A1 Banbridge Bypass, stretching between the Rathfriland Road Junction and the Newry ...
Major Resurfacing Works Announced for A1 Banbridge Bypass
The Department for Infrastructure has announced a major resurfacing programme for the southbound carriageway of the A1 Banbridge Bypass, stretching between the Rathfriland Road Junction and the Newry ...
Northern Ireland News, Apr 16, 2026
New Statutory Assessment Framework For NI Schools
Education Minister Paul Givan has published a new policy framework for statutory assessment in primary schools and at Key Stage 3. This initiative establishes a clear, sequenced statutory assessment p...
New Statutory Assessment Framework For NI Schools
Education Minister Paul Givan has published a new policy framework for statutory assessment in primary schools and at Key Stage 3. This initiative establishes a clear, sequenced statutory assessment p...
Northern Ireland News, Apr 15, 2026
Police Review Evidence Following Fuel Protests
A series of protests involving slow-moving vehicles caused significant disruption across Northern Ireland yesterday, Tuesday 14 April. Demonstrations took place on several major routes, including the...
Police Review Evidence Following Fuel Protests
A series of protests involving slow-moving vehicles caused significant disruption across Northern Ireland yesterday, Tuesday 14 April. Demonstrations took place on several major routes, including the...
Northern Ireland News, Apr 15, 2026
Belfast City Airport To Host Major Recruitment Day
Belfast City Airport is opening its doors to prospective employees for a dedicated Recruitment Day on Wednesday 23rd April. The event will run from 11 am to 7 pm, offering attendees the chance to conn...
Belfast City Airport To Host Major Recruitment Day
Belfast City Airport is opening its doors to prospective employees for a dedicated Recruitment Day on Wednesday 23rd April. The event will run from 11 am to 7 pm, offering attendees the chance to conn...
Northern Ireland News, Apr 15, 2026
Translink Fares Frozen for Second Consecutive Year
Infrastructure Minister Liz Kimmins has announced that Translink fares will remain unchanged for a second year running, despite the significant financial pressures currently impacting the public trans...
Translink Fares Frozen for Second Consecutive Year
Infrastructure Minister Liz Kimmins has announced that Translink fares will remain unchanged for a second year running, despite the significant financial pressures currently impacting the public trans...
Northern Ireland News, Apr 15, 2026
Asian Hornet Monitoring Begins In Dundonald
The Department of Agriculture, Environment and Rural Affairs (DAERA) is calling on the public to remain alert for sightings of Asian hornets following the commencement of a targeted monitoring program...
Asian Hornet Monitoring Begins In Dundonald
The Department of Agriculture, Environment and Rural Affairs (DAERA) is calling on the public to remain alert for sightings of Asian hornets following the commencement of a targeted monitoring program...
Northern Ireland News, Apr 15, 2026
Alliance MLA Welcomes Move to Reduce UK-EU Regulatory Barriers
Alliance Economy spokesperson Kate Nicholl MLA has responded to the UK Government's announcement of new legislation aimed at streamlining the adoption of EU single market rules into UK law. Ms Nichol...
Alliance MLA Welcomes Move to Reduce UK-EU Regulatory Barriers
Alliance Economy spokesperson Kate Nicholl MLA has responded to the UK Government's announcement of new legislation aimed at streamlining the adoption of EU single market rules into UK law. Ms Nichol...
Northern Ireland News, Apr 15, 2026
SDLP Councillor Calls for Full Funding of Holiday Hunger Legislation
SDLP West Belfast Councillor Paul Doherty has stressed the urgent need for holiday hunger legislation—currently passing through the Northern Ireland Assembly—to be fully funded to ensure its effective...
SDLP Councillor Calls for Full Funding of Holiday Hunger Legislation
SDLP West Belfast Councillor Paul Doherty has stressed the urgent need for holiday hunger legislation—currently passing through the Northern Ireland Assembly—to be fully funded to ensure its effective...
Northern Ireland News, Apr 15, 2026
Call For Knighthood As Rory McIlroy Secures Historic Back-to-Back Masters Wins
Ulster Unionist Party (UUP) Leader Jon Burrows MLA has formally called for King Charles III to confer a knighthood on Rory McIlroy following his historic consecutive victories at The Masters Tournamen...
Call For Knighthood As Rory McIlroy Secures Historic Back-to-Back Masters Wins
Ulster Unionist Party (UUP) Leader Jon Burrows MLA has formally called for King Charles III to confer a knighthood on Rory McIlroy following his historic consecutive victories at The Masters Tournamen...
Northern Ireland News, Apr 15, 2026
Striking Designs Unveiled for New Belfast Blitz Memorial
Ahead of the 85th anniversary of the Belfast Blitz, the city has unveiled the design for a new memorial dedicated to those who lost their lives during the tragic air raids of 1941. The memorial is a j...
Striking Designs Unveiled for New Belfast Blitz Memorial
Ahead of the 85th anniversary of the Belfast Blitz, the city has unveiled the design for a new memorial dedicated to those who lost their lives during the tragic air raids of 1941. The memorial is a j...
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Northern Ireland WeatherToday:It will be a largely dry and cloudy day but with bright or sunny spells breaking through, as well as the odd shower possible. Light winds. Maximum temperature 18 °C.Tonight:A dry start to the evening with bright spells but soon turning cloudier with rain spreading into southern areas. Cloudy overnight with outbreaks of rain, possibly heavy, for all parts. Minimum temperature 9 °C.