Suspicious Object Found In Carryduff

A suspicious object has been found in Carryduff, County Down.

Bomb disposals officers are currently at the scene on Frankhill Drive.

A small number of people have had to be evacuated from their homes.

Frankhill Drive and Frankhill Road have been closed.

Campaign Launches To Highlight Motorcyclist Vulnerability

A television campaign highlighting motorcyclist vulnerability, addressing both biker and driver faults, has been launched.
The campaign has two key messages. The first, 'Bike Speed', urges bikers to think about the emotional wreckage they will leave behind if they speed.

The second, 'Biker Aware', aims to encourage drivers to focus on taking care when turning right and emerging from minor roads.

Environment Minister Mark H Durkan said: "Motorcyclists have a right to ride on the road, just as motorists have a right to drive. Drivers must be vigilant of motorcyclists and respect their right to use the road. Bikers themselves need to take sensible precautions like slowing down and using the road safely.

"If we share the road, we have to share the responsibility. Everyone has the right to travel on the road. Everyone has the right to come home safely to their loved ones."

Woman Convicted Of Benefit Fraud

A woman has been convicted of benefit fraud at Dungannon Magistrates' Court.

Lusmila Garces of Brookfield Road, Dungannon, claimed Housing Benefit totalling £5,166 while failing to declare she was living with her partner. She was given a 150 hour community service order.

She is also required to repay any outstanding money wrongfully obtained to the Social Security Agency.

(CD/MH)