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Detectives are appealing for information following a report of a hijacking in Portadown on Saturday, January 25. A police spokesperson said: “We received a report that the driver of a silver Volkswagen Polo had been approached by a man outside a hospital in the Lurgan Road area shortly before 6am. “The man got into the front passenger seat of the […]
Workers Party Representative Nicola Grant commented on the recent visit of the Assembly Health Committee to Daisy Hill Hospital. She said while such a visit is welcome, the outcome of the visit is what is paramount. Questions need to be asked and answered. Will the visit be another smiling photo opportunity ? Has the committee […]
Newry, Mourne and Down District Council, in partnership with the Sports Association Newry, Down and South Armagh (SANDSA), is excited to announce the opening of nominations for this year’s NMD Be Active Sports Awards. These prestigious awards will once again acknowledge the remarkable sporting accomplishments of athletes and clubs whilst collectively recognising the tremendous contributions […]
The Department for the Economy’s Trading Standards Service (TSS) is issuing a warning to residents to watch out for unscrupulous traders who may attempt to take advantage of the damage caused by Storm Éowyn. Residents across the country have reported extensive and widespread damage to their properties following the recent storm, with many households likely […]
Nicola Grant has told her Workers party branch meeting that the increasing number of violent attacks on women and girls both physical and Sexual must be tackled by a whole society response and approach in light of the recent report about another attack in the town. She said the freedom from all forms of abuse […]
The Southern Health and Social Care Trust has hosted a visit from the Northern Ireland Assembly’s Committee for Health. Committee members first visited Daisy Hill Hospital to meet with staff and learn more about services before holding their weekly Committee meeting in the Trust’s Monaghan Row Boardroom. In Daisy Hill Hospital, the MLAs saw how […]
Justice Minister Naomi Long has welcomed the new student officer recruitment campaign launched today by the PSNI. The campaign for new student officers is part of a longer-term strategy to recover officer numbers to their former levels and provide stability for the PSNI going forward. The Minister said: “I am pleased to support the PSNI recruitment drive […]
The Police Service of Northern Ireland has launched a new Student Officer Recruitment campaign aimed at attracting the best talent who want to help others and make a difference. From today, Wednesday 22nd January, the public will see a three-week long multi-faceted advertising campaign that includes broadcast and print media, across social and digital platforms, […]
Northern Ireland has the cheapest car insurance figures for young drivers across the UK. Despite this age group still suffering soaring premiums, Northern Ireland was recorded as cheapest across the 17-24, 25-34 and 35-44 age categories, according to the latest quarterly car insurance index figures. Research by car insurance comparison experts CompareNI, shows that in Northern Ireland, 17–24-year-olds […]
This page lists school closures due to severe weather or other unexpected events in Northern Ireland. Read the reason for each school closure carefully as not all are weather related nor are they all for the same date. Schools are responsible for providing closure information. If you think a school is closed but isn’t listed, […]
Police are appealing for information after a police vehicle was deliberately rammed in Newry, Friday, January 24, leaving two officers injured. Inspector Alastair MacDonald said: “Police were alerted to a suspected stolen vehicle parked in the forecourt of a garage in the Belfast Road area around 11.20pm. “Two call signs attended, and when officers attempted to […]
Infrastructure Minister John O’Dowd and Economy Minister Conor Murphy have discussed the importance of mobile connectivity at a meeting with the mobile network industry. Speaking after the meeting, John O’Dowd said: “Modern and efficient telecommunications including high-quality mobile coverage is an everyday requirement for our population and our visitors. “Our planning system plays a crucial role […]
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