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Young drivers in Northern Ireland are now facing higher car insurance costs than anywhere else in the UK, according to new data. The latest figures from car insurance experts at CompareNI.com reveal drivers aged 17-24 here are forking out an average of £1,432 on their annual premiums – around 25% more than the national average for […]
Councillor Róis-Máire Donnelly met with Economy Minister Caoimhe Archibald, Infrastrcture Minister Liz Kimmins and Fleadh partners in City Hall today to kickstart planning for Fleadh Cheoil na hÉireann Belfast 2027. Councillor Donnelly said: “Fleadh 2026 has shown what Béal Feirste can achieve when we come together to host an event of this scale and ambition. […]
Liz Kimmins MLA has welcomed a landmark investment by First Derivative, supported by Invest NI and the Department for Economy in a new AI and FinTech Centre of Excellence in Newry. The Newry and Armagh MLA said; “I welcome the announcement of £15.3 million in investment by First Derivative in a new AI and FinTech […]
Business and community leaders call for urgent new strategy to regenerate Newry City Public Meeting – Canal Court Hotel – Thursday 8 October 2026 – 7.30pm The newly established Newry People’s Forum is calling time on what it describes as the abandonment of Newry city, and is demanding urgent action from Newry, Mourne and Down […]
Andrew Ingredients, the ingredients supplier for the bakery and food services sectors, has used vehicle and asset management solution, Pocket Box Fleet, to transform its transport and warehouse operations. Since adopting the software, the company has streamlined its management processes, enabling it to strengthen safety compliance, reduce maintenance costs by 10%, and free up more […]
The £100 Home Heating Oil Support Scheme, announced recently by Communities Minister Gordon Lyons, is now live for applications. The £100 digital pre-paid card scheme will support around 340,000 households who use oil as their main source of heating. Minister Lyons is urging anyone who may be eligible for the support to make an application. […]
Upper Bann MP Carla Lockhart has accused the Government of ignoring the economic damage being inflicted on Northern Ireland by the Windsor Framework after it offered no solution to businesses facing 50% EU tariffs when purchasing steel from Great Britain. Raising the issue this week in the House of Commons, the Ms Lockhart warned that […]
Alexandria’s Baby Boutique is preparing for a major clearance sale next Saturday, with customers being offered the chance to pick up dresses from just £75. The boutique will be holding its Fantastic Clearance Sale from 11.30am until 4.00pm, with a large selection of stock available at exceptional value. The sale is being held as Alexandria’s […]
Hundreds of thousands of households across Northern Ireland could receive £100 towards the cost of home heating oil, as families continue to face pressure from higher energy and everyday living costs. Around 340,000 lower-income households are expected to qualify for the Home Heating Oil Support Scheme, with applications opening in September. At a glance – […]
Talon Security has highlighted the range of services it provides to businesses and organisations across Ireland as the company sets out why choosing a trusted security partner can be increasingly important. The security provider offers services including keyholding and alarm response, manned guarding, vacant property inspections, CCTV monitoring and installation, security dog units and training. […]
Businesses operating vehicle fleets across the UK and Ireland are increasingly turning to technology to help manage compliance, maintenance and day-to-day operations, with Pocket Box offering companies a way to bring their fleet management under one digital platform. The fleet management software is designed to help businesses move away from spreadsheets, paperwork and separate systems […]
First Minister Michelle O’Neill and deputy First Minister Emma Little-Pengelly have today launched a consultation on the Executive’s Draft Artificial Intelligence (AI) Strategy. The draft strategy sets out a vision for the responsible, ethical and fair adoption of Artificial Intelligence across the public sector. It has been developed by representatives from across government, industry and […]