12/09/2014
Other News In Brief
Interim Ulster Coach Les Kiss Set To Leave
Les Kiss has announced that he is to return to his full time duties as assistant coach of Ireland, leaving his post as interim Director of Rugby at Ulster.
Kiss took up the post in June following the departure of coach Mark Anscombe.
Ulster is expected to make an announcement on his replacement with the next two weeks.
Danske Bank Announce Closure Of Three Branches
Three more Danske Bank branches are to be closed in Kircubbin in Co Down, Lisnaskea in Co Fermanagh, and one in east Belfast.
It is understood that no jobs are to be effected by the closures, with the bank adding that there would be no further closures this year.
Reports Suggest NI21 Leader Under Investigation
The BBC has reported that MLA Basil McCrea is to be investigated by the assembly standards commissioner.
The report says that while the commissioner, Douglas Bain, is prohibited from confirming or denying the identity of those under investigation, it claims that "informed sources" has said that the investigation follows accusations that the NI21 leader's treatment of staff broke the Stormont code of conduct.
(MH/CD)
Les Kiss has announced that he is to return to his full time duties as assistant coach of Ireland, leaving his post as interim Director of Rugby at Ulster.
Kiss took up the post in June following the departure of coach Mark Anscombe.
Ulster is expected to make an announcement on his replacement with the next two weeks.
Danske Bank Announce Closure Of Three Branches
Three more Danske Bank branches are to be closed in Kircubbin in Co Down, Lisnaskea in Co Fermanagh, and one in east Belfast.
It is understood that no jobs are to be effected by the closures, with the bank adding that there would be no further closures this year.
Reports Suggest NI21 Leader Under Investigation
The BBC has reported that MLA Basil McCrea is to be investigated by the assembly standards commissioner.
The report says that while the commissioner, Douglas Bain, is prohibited from confirming or denying the identity of those under investigation, it claims that "informed sources" has said that the investigation follows accusations that the NI21 leader's treatment of staff broke the Stormont code of conduct.
(MH/CD)
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13 February 2017
Ulster Rugby Name New Head Coach
Ulster Rugby has named Jono Gibbes as its new head coach. The 40-year-old will join the club on a two-year deal this summer. Gibbes, who is a former New Zealand player himself, is currently forwards coach at French side Clermont Auvergne. He previously worked at Leinster Rugby, helping the team to three Heineken Cup victories.
Ulster Rugby Name New Head Coach
Ulster Rugby has named Jono Gibbes as its new head coach. The 40-year-old will join the club on a two-year deal this summer. Gibbes, who is a former New Zealand player himself, is currently forwards coach at French side Clermont Auvergne. He previously worked at Leinster Rugby, helping the team to three Heineken Cup victories.
17 February 2022
Third Financial Support Scheme Announced For Bus And Coach Sector
A third financial support scheme has been announced for the bus and coach sector by Infrastructure Minister Nichola Mallon. Eligible businesses who have experienced financial losses of at least 40% between 1 April 2021 and 31 January 2022 will be able to apply.
Third Financial Support Scheme Announced For Bus And Coach Sector
A third financial support scheme has been announced for the bus and coach sector by Infrastructure Minister Nichola Mallon. Eligible businesses who have experienced financial losses of at least 40% between 1 April 2021 and 31 January 2022 will be able to apply.
01 February 2018
Les Kiss Leaves Post As Director Of Rugby
Les Kiss is to leave his post as Director of Rugby with immediate effect, Ulster Rugby has confirmed. Head Coach Jono Gibbs will assume responsibility for all coaching matters and will lead the current coaching team of Dwayne Peel, Aaron Dundon and Niall Malone. A review will be carried out to ascertain if additional coaching expertise is required.
Les Kiss Leaves Post As Director Of Rugby
Les Kiss is to leave his post as Director of Rugby with immediate effect, Ulster Rugby has confirmed. Head Coach Jono Gibbs will assume responsibility for all coaching matters and will lead the current coaching team of Dwayne Peel, Aaron Dundon and Niall Malone. A review will be carried out to ascertain if additional coaching expertise is required.
22 March 2004
Mark McCall announced as new Ulster coach
Mark McCall was today named Ulster's new rugby coach in succession to Alan Solomons. The current Irish U21 coach has been offered a three year deal commencing on July 1. Commenting on the appointment, Ulster Rugby Chief Executive Michael Reid said: “We are delighted to have got our man.
Mark McCall announced as new Ulster coach
Mark McCall was today named Ulster's new rugby coach in succession to Alan Solomons. The current Irish U21 coach has been offered a three year deal commencing on July 1. Commenting on the appointment, Ulster Rugby Chief Executive Michael Reid said: “We are delighted to have got our man.
16 February 2004
Solomons to step down as Ulster coach
Ulster coach Alan Solomons has announced he is to step down in his capacity as director of rugby to take over as coach at Northampton. The South African will take over the Zurich Premiership side when his contract with Ulster ends in May. It is expected that Solomons will take his current assistant coach, Adrian Kennedy to England with him.
Solomons to step down as Ulster coach
Ulster coach Alan Solomons has announced he is to step down in his capacity as director of rugby to take over as coach at Northampton. The South African will take over the Zurich Premiership side when his contract with Ulster ends in May. It is expected that Solomons will take his current assistant coach, Adrian Kennedy to England with him.
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