10/06/2016
Other News In Brief
Man Convicted Of Benefit Fraud
A man has been convicted for claiming benefits he was not entitled to at Dungannon Crown Court.
Patrick Dolan from Castlederg, claimed Jobseekers Allowance totalling £14,189 while failing to declare capital. He was fined £600.
Mr Dolan has repaid in full the money wrongfully obtained to the Department for Communities.
Refurb Work On Bridge In Co Tyrone Complete
Refurbishment work on a bridge in Co Tyrone has been completed.
The work on Verners Bridge in Dungannon included strengthening, refurbishment and painting of the existing steel structure.
Minister Hazzard said: "This is a major investment for the local area. The Tamnamore Road, on which Verners Bridge is located, is in close proximity to the M1 motorway and is an important link road for local users. The old bridge has been sympathetically restored enabling it to be used for many years to come."
Concerns Raised Over Firearms Licence Changes
A Sinn Féin MLA has raised concerns over firearms licence changes.
At the end of April it was announced that the application process for a firearms licence will move wholly online by August.
Mr Oliver McMullan said: "This will not suit everyone, particularly those in rural areas where access to reliable broadband can be a problem.
"I would be particularly concerned about the impact this could have on the farming community.
"While there is no doubt that online applications can speed up the process, provision should also be made for those who do not have internet access.
"I will be raising the matter with the PSNI to discuss these concerns."
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A man has been convicted for claiming benefits he was not entitled to at Dungannon Crown Court.
Patrick Dolan from Castlederg, claimed Jobseekers Allowance totalling £14,189 while failing to declare capital. He was fined £600.
Mr Dolan has repaid in full the money wrongfully obtained to the Department for Communities.
Refurb Work On Bridge In Co Tyrone Complete
Refurbishment work on a bridge in Co Tyrone has been completed.
The work on Verners Bridge in Dungannon included strengthening, refurbishment and painting of the existing steel structure.
Minister Hazzard said: "This is a major investment for the local area. The Tamnamore Road, on which Verners Bridge is located, is in close proximity to the M1 motorway and is an important link road for local users. The old bridge has been sympathetically restored enabling it to be used for many years to come."
Concerns Raised Over Firearms Licence Changes
A Sinn Féin MLA has raised concerns over firearms licence changes.
At the end of April it was announced that the application process for a firearms licence will move wholly online by August.
Mr Oliver McMullan said: "This will not suit everyone, particularly those in rural areas where access to reliable broadband can be a problem.
"I would be particularly concerned about the impact this could have on the farming community.
"While there is no doubt that online applications can speed up the process, provision should also be made for those who do not have internet access.
"I will be raising the matter with the PSNI to discuss these concerns."
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