04/07/2012
Other NI News In Brief
Men Charged After East Belfast Trouble
Seven men aged 19-31 have been charged with public order offences after disturbances after the annual Somme commemoration parade.
Although the parade passed off without incident, trouble erupted late on Monday and into the early hours of Tuesday morning.
Two other men were released pending a report to the Public Prosecution Service.
£90 Parking Ticket Comes Into Force
The cost of a parking fine has jumped in Northern Ireland, as a £90 ticket came into force today.
The penalty used to be £30.
If the fine is paid within two weeks, it is half price at £45.
Regional Development Minister Danny Kennedy said: "Most people compy with parking restrictions. I would urge all drivers to park legally, be considerate of other road users and to make themselves familiar with the parking restrictions."
Grant Application Deadline Extended
Due to a high level of interest, the Coca-Cola Thank You Fund has extended its deadline for entries.
The £103K fund will now be accepting entries up until midnight on the 20th July.
It is open to community and voluntary groups promoting active lifestyles.
(NE)
Seven men aged 19-31 have been charged with public order offences after disturbances after the annual Somme commemoration parade.
Although the parade passed off without incident, trouble erupted late on Monday and into the early hours of Tuesday morning.
Two other men were released pending a report to the Public Prosecution Service.
£90 Parking Ticket Comes Into Force
The cost of a parking fine has jumped in Northern Ireland, as a £90 ticket came into force today.
The penalty used to be £30.
If the fine is paid within two weeks, it is half price at £45.
Regional Development Minister Danny Kennedy said: "Most people compy with parking restrictions. I would urge all drivers to park legally, be considerate of other road users and to make themselves familiar with the parking restrictions."
Grant Application Deadline Extended
Due to a high level of interest, the Coca-Cola Thank You Fund has extended its deadline for entries.
The £103K fund will now be accepting entries up until midnight on the 20th July.
It is open to community and voluntary groups promoting active lifestyles.
(NE)
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