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03/12/2021
90% Of Adults Have Received At Least One Covid-19 Vaccination
Nine out of 10 adults in Northern Ireland have received at least one Covid-19 vaccination, according to the Department of Health.
A total of 3,068,005 jabs have been delivered since the vaccination programme began just under a year ago.
The number of booster jabs has also passed the 400,000 mark.
Health Minister Robin Swann said: "A vaccination rollout of this magnitude would be impressive at any time.
"To achieve it during the worst crisis in our health service's history is nothing short of remarkable.
A total of 3,068,005 jabs have been delivered since the vaccination programme began just under a year ago.
The number of booster jabs has also passed the 400,000 mark.
"To achieve it during the worst crisis in our health service's history is nothing short of remarkable.
Latest Northern Ireland News
03 December 2021
90% Of Adults Have Received At Least One Covid-19 Vaccination
Nine out of 10 adults in Northern Ireland have received at least one Covid-19 vaccination, according to the Department of Health. A total of 3,068,005 jabs have been delivered since the vaccination programme began just under a year ago. The number of booster jabs has also passed the 400,000 mark.
90% Of Adults Have Received At Least One Covid-19 Vaccination
Nine out of 10 adults in Northern Ireland have received at least one Covid-19 vaccination, according to the Department of Health. A total of 3,068,005 jabs have been delivered since the vaccination programme began just under a year ago. The number of booster jabs has also passed the 400,000 mark.
03 December 2021
NIFRS To Receive Additional £20.5m
The Northern Ireland Fire & Rescue Service (NIFRS) is to receive an additional £20.5 million to help address the financial challenges it is currently facing. The additional funding will help alleviate the pressures on the service from rising energy costs as well as overtime and other costs linked to the delivery of the frontline emergency response.
NIFRS To Receive Additional £20.5m
The Northern Ireland Fire & Rescue Service (NIFRS) is to receive an additional £20.5 million to help address the financial challenges it is currently facing. The additional funding will help alleviate the pressures on the service from rising energy costs as well as overtime and other costs linked to the delivery of the frontline emergency response.
03 December 2021
Suspected Case Of Avian Influenza Detected In Co Tyrone
A suspected case of avian influenza has been detected in Co Tyrone. Disease control measures have been initiated at the commercial duck premises in Aughnbcloy. Northern Ireland's Department of Agriculture said chief veterinary officer Dr Robert Huey took the decision based on number of factors.
Suspected Case Of Avian Influenza Detected In Co Tyrone
A suspected case of avian influenza has been detected in Co Tyrone. Disease control measures have been initiated at the commercial duck premises in Aughnbcloy. Northern Ireland's Department of Agriculture said chief veterinary officer Dr Robert Huey took the decision based on number of factors.
03 December 2021
Full Inquest Into Deaths Of IRA Men To Begin Next September
A full inquest into the killing of three IRA men will start next September, a coroner has ruled. Mr Justice Michael Humphreys said that the aim was for the full inquest to begin on 12 September 2022 in Banbridge Courthouse.
Full Inquest Into Deaths Of IRA Men To Begin Next September
A full inquest into the killing of three IRA men will start next September, a coroner has ruled. Mr Justice Michael Humphreys said that the aim was for the full inquest to begin on 12 September 2022 in Banbridge Courthouse.
03 December 2021
Plans For New Apartment Building In L'Derry Approved
Plans for a new apartment building occupying the former Tillie and Henderson site in L'Derry have been approved.
Plans For New Apartment Building In L'Derry Approved
Plans for a new apartment building occupying the former Tillie and Henderson site in L'Derry have been approved.
03 December 2021
Three Men Arrested After Death Of Woman In Ballynahinch
Three men have been arrested following the death of a young woman in Ballynahinch, Co Down. The 20-year-old was found collapsed in a unit of flats in Dromore Street at around 8.30pm on Thursday, 02 December. The three suspects have been arrested on suspicion of manslaughter. A post mortem is to take place to determine the cause of death.
Three Men Arrested After Death Of Woman In Ballynahinch
Three men have been arrested following the death of a young woman in Ballynahinch, Co Down. The 20-year-old was found collapsed in a unit of flats in Dromore Street at around 8.30pm on Thursday, 02 December. The three suspects have been arrested on suspicion of manslaughter. A post mortem is to take place to determine the cause of death.
03 December 2021
Other News In Brief
'A disability cannot be a barrier to elected politics' - Alliance We should be doing more to encourage people with disabilities to come forward and take roles in public life, Alliance MLA Kellie Armstrong has said.
Other News In Brief
'A disability cannot be a barrier to elected politics' - Alliance We should be doing more to encourage people with disabilities to come forward and take roles in public life, Alliance MLA Kellie Armstrong has said.
02 December 2021
Array Collective Wins 2021 Turner Prize
Array Collective, a group of Belfast-based artists, have been announced the winners of the Turner Prize 2021. The group, which comprises of 11 artists, have become the first Northern Irish winners to scoop the prestigious award.
Array Collective Wins 2021 Turner Prize
Array Collective, a group of Belfast-based artists, have been announced the winners of the Turner Prize 2021. The group, which comprises of 11 artists, have become the first Northern Irish winners to scoop the prestigious award.
02 December 2021
Official Game Of Throne's Studio Tour To Open In February 2022
The world's only official Game of Thrones Studio Tour is to open to the public on Friday, 04 February 2022.
Official Game Of Throne's Studio Tour To Open In February 2022
The world's only official Game of Thrones Studio Tour is to open to the public on Friday, 04 February 2022.
02 December 2021
Fresh Inquest Into Death Of Leo Norney To Be Heard In April
A fresh inquest into the death of 17-year-old Leo Norney in west Belfast in 1975 has been listed for hearing next April. Leo was shot by the Army in disputed circumstances in the Turf Lodge area in September 1975. Soldiers from the Black Watch regiment said the teenager was a gunman who had opened fire on them.
Fresh Inquest Into Death Of Leo Norney To Be Heard In April
A fresh inquest into the death of 17-year-old Leo Norney in west Belfast in 1975 has been listed for hearing next April. Leo was shot by the Army in disputed circumstances in the Turf Lodge area in September 1975. Soldiers from the Black Watch regiment said the teenager was a gunman who had opened fire on them.
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Northern Ireland WeatherThis Evening and Tonight:Scattered showers continuing this evening becoming fewer overnight. This will leave a lot of dry weather with clear periods developing. A cold night with fresh northwesterly winds, easing down later. Minimum temperature 2 °C.
