
Northern Ireland Introduces Paid Miscarriage Leave
Northern Ireland has become the first part of the UK to grant women and their partners two weeks of paid leave following a miscarriage at any stage of pregnancy.
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Northern Ireland has become the first part of the UK to grant women and their partners two weeks of paid leave following a miscarriage at any stage of pregnancy.
Hairdressers in Northern Ireland are receiving police training through the PSNI's "Behind the Smile" initiative to help them recognize signs of coercive control and respond safely.

A man has appeared in court in Northern Ireland following a warrant for his arrest in connection with the murder of Robbie Lawlor, which occurred in April 2020.

Firefighters in County Down, Northern Ireland, successfully saved 300 sheep after a hay shed caught fire. A telehandler was used to remove hay to assist in extinguishing the blaze.
A retired senior urologist in Northern Ireland is facing a tribunal accused of misconduct, including alleged failures in patient care and the inadequate triaging of hundreds of GP referrals.

The United Nations has stated that requests by the Police Service of Northern Ireland (PSNI) to access solicitors' phone data in a murder appeal may have violated international norms on lawyer-client privilege.
The High Court has rejected a man's claims that his surrender to Northern Ireland on cannabis 'growhouse' charges would breach his right to practice his religious faith, thus failing to stop his extradition.

A major security alert was triggered in Lurgan, Co Armagh, after a delivery driver was threatened at gunpoint and forced to drive his vehicle, containing an unknown object, to the local Police Service of Northern Ireland station, leading to homes being evacuated and a controlled explosion. Police confirmed the driver was threatened at gunpoint and forced to deliver a suspicious device to the Lurgan police station.

A fresh appeal has been made for information regarding the murder of a teenage girl in Co Tyrone, Northern Ireland, which occurred 53 years ago.

Police in Northern Ireland have announced the murder of 49-year-old Lithuanian Rolandas Kvederis in Portadown on March 26, with two suspects subsequently arrested.
Michael Flatley has successfully prevailed in the battle for control of Lord of the Dance, removing most of the directors and a share trustee from the Northern Ireland company that had sought to oust him, thereby regaining full control.
Manuel Locatelli shared a warning from Gennaro Gattuso during Italy's 2-0 victory over Northern Ireland and expressed feeling a 'responsibility for all those children out there' who support the Azzurri.

A male midwife with 21 years of experience in Newry, Northern Ireland, is advocating for more men to consider a career in midwifery, highlighting the profession's diversity.

Northern Ireland is set to become the first part of the UK or Ireland to offer paid leave after a miscarriage, with the new entitlements scheduled to come into effect from April 6.
Danny Makkelie, a Dutch referee, has been officially selected to officiate the World Cup play-off semi-final match between Italy and Northern Ireland on Thursday.

In a column for BBC Sport NI, Stuart Dallas expresses confidence that Northern Ireland 'have nothing to fear but everything to gain' in their upcoming World Cup play-off match against Italy.

Rathlin Island in Northern Ireland has successfully eradicated predatory feral ferrets through a £4.5 million five-year project led by RSPB NI, involving over 400 traps and a detection dog named Woody, significantly boosting the island's seabird colony.
A private compensation lawsuit against Gerry Adams, the former leader of Northern Ireland's Sinn Féin party, has been dropped at the last minute by the three plaintiffs.

Police in Northern Ireland have issued alerts and security tips as heating oil thefts rise, a crime driven by soaring prices exacerbated by the Iran war, leaving victims with bills of thousands.

Northern Ireland has released an updated climate change adaptation plan, which aims to enhance the region's resilience to the impacts of climate change.

Northern Ireland's Communities Minister has criticized Sinn Féin for shirking responsibilities regarding oil bills, reacting to a £17 million support package announced by the UK government.
Experts have calculated that the Irish government has room to reduce some taxes and levies on fuel, as motorists are increasingly crossing the border to Northern Ireland for cheaper petrol.

Reports indicate higher volumes of fuel being purchased in Northern Ireland, as Irish consumers consider traveling further to find better petrol prices.

The prime minister, currently in Northern Ireland, vows to take action against those exploiting the ongoing fuel crisis for profit.

Households in Northern Ireland are set to benefit from a £30 reduction in their yearly electricity bills as part of a new UK government scheme.

The US Justice Department published additional FBI documents describing interviews with a woman who said President Donald Trump sexually assaulted her after she was introduced to him by Jeffrey Epstein.

The Police Ombudsman has identified multiple potential victims of a former police officer in Northern Ireland who is under investigation for alleged non-recent serious sexual offences.

Arts group proposes literary routes across 11 counties linked to writers from Jonathan Swift to Lisa McGee The border between Ireland and Northern Ireland used to draw smugglers, paramilitaries,…

Households, particularly in Northern Ireland where a majority rely on heating oil, are facing significant challenges due to soaring prices.

A report by Northern Ireland's police ombudsman reveals that attempts by male police officers to exploit women for sexual gratification constitute almost a third of the most serious cases under investigation.

Prosecutors allege Stephen McCullagh broadcast six-hour recording to provide alibi for killing Natalie McNally A man in Northern Ireland confected an alibi for the murder of his pregnant girlfriend by uploading a prerecorded gaming session to YouTube and pretending it was a live stream, a court has been told. Stephen McCullagh broadcast a six-hour recording of him playing Grand Theft Auto and Robot Wars to create the impression that he was at home, while in fact he was 17 miles away committin...

A tribunal was told that former BBC Northern Ireland correspondent Vincent Kearney was subjected to an 'unprecedented' and 'long and consistent campaign of unlawful interference' by Police and MI5.

A tribunal has been informed that the Police Service of Northern Ireland (PSNI) created an extensive profile of Belfast journalist Vincent Kearney, including personal details about his wife and mother-in-law, as part of an unlawful monitoring campaign.

A man in his 30s died following a collision on the A5 in Co Tyrone, Northern Ireland, a road that has seen 58 deaths since 2006.

Northern Ireland has introduced a new law regarding school uniforms, with BBC News NI detailing the key aspects and guidelines of the new legislation.

George Mitchell, a former Senate majority leader credited with bringing peace to Northern Ireland, is under renewed scrutiny over his association with Jeffrey Epstein.

Business owners in Northern Ireland are expressing fears of violence after paramilitaries reportedly demanded protection money, highlighting ongoing security concerns in the region.
Almost 2,000 people queued for the grand opening of a new beauty store in Belfast, Northern Ireland. The event highlights strong consumer interest and demand for new retail experiences in the region.

Storm Dave has caused significant damage, including at Durham's Riverside ground in the UK, and has led to tens of thousands of households losing power and numerous train cancellations in Sweden. A public alert was issued in Oskarshamn Municipality due to the telecommunications network being knocked out.

Northern Ireland has become the first part of the UK to implement a legal entitlement for parents affected by miscarriage at any stage of pregnancy to receive paid leave.

The UK's cost of living champion has urged Labour leader Keir Starmer to extend the fuel duty cut, citing rising petrol prices linked to the Iran war.

A fleet of 950 drones created an impressive aerial display in Belfast harbor, recreating the Titanic's departure as part of the BBC 'Made Of Here' campaign in Northern Ireland.

Reports indicate that dissident republicans are still active in Northern Ireland, suggesting the peace process has further to go, especially following a recent attack at a Lurgan PSNI station.

Northern Ireland's Justice Minister Naomi Long stated that dissident groups, despite their small numbers, still possess the capacity and desire to carry out attacks on police.
Michael O’Neill has spoken about the physical and mental toll of managing both the Northern Ireland national team and Blackburn Rovers since February, amidst ongoing speculation about his future in the dual role.

The Police Service of Northern Ireland (PSNI) has apologized to the family of a 28-year-old man murdered by the Loyalist Volunteer Force in 1998, citing 'inadequacies' in the investigation into his death.

A woman in her 90s has died after being injured in a two-vehicle collision on the Newry Road in Armagh, Northern Ireland, earlier this month.
The individual responsible for Natalie McNally's murder attempted to gather details about the ongoing investigation by impersonating a journalist and contacting a Northern Ireland politician who sits on the Policing Board.

Northern Ireland has experienced a sharp increase in femicide, with 30 women dying violently since 2020, and a survey revealing that 98% of women in the region have experienced some form of violence.

Italy secured a victory against Northern Ireland with goals from Tonali and Kean, earning their spot in the World Cup playoff final.

Two farmers, one from Northern Ireland and another from Rwanda, are sharing their experiences and building a friendship as they discuss how climate change is impacting their respective farms.
The third season of the political series 'Blue Lights', set in Northern Ireland, is praised as intense and potentially one of the best crime dramas available.

Italian defender Riccardo Calafiori is reportedly ready for a crucial match against Northern Ireland, stating he speaks more with coach Gattuso than with his own mother.

A "world-first" conservation project has successfully eradicated feral ferrets from Rathlin Island in Northern Ireland, safeguarding thousands of seabirds.

Belfast is promoting itself as a 'City of Music' and a tourist destination, aiming to move past its history of conflict in Northern Ireland.

A Member of Parliament has stated that the Irish Border will be a key issue in an EU-UK 'reset' if the Reform party comes to power. The TUV party, a unionist political party in Northern Ireland, pledges to complete the unfinished business of Brexit.

(ANSA) - ROME, MAR 20 - Liverpool forward Federico Chiesa was recalled to the Italy fold on Friday as coach Gennaro Gattuso named his 28-man squad for next Thursday's World Cup playoff semifinal…

Former Sinn Fein leader Gerry Adams has returned to the witness box for a second day at the High Court in London, giving evidence in defense against a legal claim brought by three men injured in bombings in England.

The teenager could have been treated in Northern Ireland, but was sent to London due to confusion over the services available.

Sir Keir Starmer's speech in Northern Ireland was interrupted by a screaming child, to which he humorously responded, 'I'm nearly finished'.

The prime minister, currently in Northern Ireland for talks with party leaders, has pledged to take action against companies 'profiteering' from the ongoing fuel crisis.

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer is in Northern Ireland this morning before he travels to Cork for the UK-Ireland summit with Taoiseach Micheál Martin.

A Northern Ireland victims' campaigner has said the civil action being taken against former Sinn Féin leader Gerry Adams is an important step for accountability.

An investigation into a former police officer in Northern Ireland has been expanded, with accusations of more than ten rapes and other sexual offenses committed while he was on the force.

Police have identified 23-year-old Ellie Flanagan as the victim of a murder in Enniskillen, Co Fermanagh, with investigations ongoing.

A man has been arrested in connection with a sudden death in Co Fermanagh, Northern Ireland, with police investigating the incident at Corban Avenue, Enniskillen.

The first full Moon of the spring, a Worm Moon, was visible on Monday and Tuesday across Northern Ireland.

Northern Ireland's Executive has passed a bill to permanently ban fracking, aligning its policy with the rest of the UK and the Republic of Ireland.

Northern Ireland Secretary Hilary Benn is set to visit Dublin to press the Irish Government on the crucial importance of sharing information related to Troubles legacy investigations.

Northern Ireland journalist Vincent Kearney was wrongly labeled a 'suspect' in a criminal investigation, leading to the PSNI and MI5 unlawfully obtaining his phone data and compiling a detailed intelligence profile on him.

A veteran Northern Ireland journalist who says he has been the target of "systematic" state monitoring begins a legal case against the PSNI and the security services in London today.

Northern Ireland's precarious finances are highlighted as most parties reject a draft multiyear budget plan, despite a recent bailout from the UK.

Three people have died and four others were injured following a serious three-vehicle collision near Moy in County Tyrone, Northern Ireland.
Lidl has announced plans to open 16 new stores across Northern Ireland by 2032, signaling significant expansion in the region.

Business owners in Northern Ireland are expressing fears of violence after paramilitaries reportedly demanded protection money, with one owner approached even before her new shop opened.

Northern Ireland has become the first part of the UK to introduce a legal entitlement for parents affected by miscarriage at any stage of a pregnancy to receive two weeks of paid leave.

A 20-year-old man has died following a single-vehicle collision on the Castlecat Road, Dervock, in Co Antrim during the early hours of the morning.

Uncapped striker Cora Chambers has been included in new Northern Ireland boss Michael McArdle's inaugural squad for their upcoming April World Cup qualifying double-header against Malta.
A prominent gang boss, known as 'Mr Big', was arrested in Dublin and is expected to be extradited to Northern Ireland to face charges related to the murder of his rival, Robbie Lawlor.

Austrian-American actor and politician Arnold Schwarzenegger was honored with an honorary doctorate from Ulster University in Belfast, Northern Ireland, where he encouraged students to set ambitious goals and reflected on how Belfast enabled his breakthrough.

Naomi Long, Northern Ireland's justice minister, stated that despite their small numbers, dissident groups still possess the 'capacity and desire' to attack police, remaining committed to destruction and violence.

Masked men in Northern Ireland reportedly turned a delivery driver into a 'human bomb' by forcing him to drive a van with an improvised explosive device to a police station, with Irish nationalists suspected of responsibility.

A pizza delivery driver was forced at gunpoint to drive a device to a police station in Lurgan, Northern Ireland, where a controlled detonation subsequently took place.

Speeding drivers in Northern Ireland will face a 'Kids' Court' at schools across the region, as part of an initiative to address speeding, which is a major cause of road traffic collisions.
A 10,000-year-old elk skeleton has been successfully retrieved from a lake in Northern Ireland.

The Police Service of Northern Ireland has arrested two men on suspicion of murder following the death of a man in his 40s in Portadown, Co Armagh.
Italy and Northern Ireland are set to face off today in a crucial World Cup qualifier match in Bergamo, with hopes for World Cup qualification on the line.

An Irish Youtuber, Stephen M, has been found guilty of murdering his pregnant girlfriend, Natalie McNally, in Northern Ireland in December 2022, a case that garnered global attention.
A €730k Lord of the Dance show in Croatia is in doubt following a new twist in a bitter dispute involving Michael Flatley, who has brought contempt of court proceedings against a Northern Ireland company.

Women's Aid Federation in Northern Ireland has reported that gender-based violence is extremely high, noting that 30 women have been murdered in the region since 2020, accounting for 88% of all women killed on the island of Ireland in that period.

A rare oriental turtle dove, believed to have been present since December, has been spotted in a housing estate in Lisburn, Co Antrim, according to Birdwatch Ireland.

The crucial World Cup play-off semi-final between Italy and Northern Ireland is being held in Bergamo, prompting questions about the venue choice, with details available on how to follow the match.

Northern Ireland is experiencing a surge in heating oil thefts, with police issuing alerts and security tips to households, as prices climb due to the Iran war, leaving victims with significant bills.

Households in Northern Ireland are set to receive a £30 reduction on their electricity bills in July, as part of a scheme costing £81 million that follows an announcement made in the UK budget.
Former Sinn Féin leader Gerry Adams has testified in a Northern Ireland bombings trial, asserting that he was never a member of the Irish Republican Army (IRA).

SNP leader John Swinney states the UK is at a 'seismic moment' with the prospect of nationalist parties in Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland achieving election success, aiming to break up the union.

Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza H5N1 has been confirmed at a commercial poultry premises near Omagh, Co Tyrone, according to Northern Ireland's chief vet.

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer is scheduled to meet Taoiseach Micheál Martin in Cork today for the second annual UK-Ireland Summit. This meeting follows Starmer's visit to Northern Ireland and will involve several government ministers from both sides.

The Prime Minister, currently in Northern Ireland for talks with party leaders, has pledged to take strong action against companies engaging in 'profiteering' amidst the ongoing fuel crisis.

The Treasury is holding discussions regarding the significant increase in heating oil costs, as some families in Northern Ireland struggle to afford oil following strikes in the Middle East.

Authorities in Northern Ireland have identified multiple potential victims of a former police officer accused of rape and other serious offenses, with the scale of the investigation becoming clearer after significant digital evidence was seized.
Generali has announced its decision to sell its operations in Ireland and Northern Ireland to Zurich for 337 million euros, consolidating its market presence.

Stephen McCullagh also covertly recorded ex-girlfriend’s counselling sessions after loss of a baby A man accused of murdering his pregnant girlfriend in Northern Ireland beat a previous partner, a…

Clear skies are forecast in Scotland, Northern Ireland and northern England, offering a chance to see the full moon.

A man from Northern Ireland has been accused of murdering his pregnant girlfriend, allegedly faking a live video game stream with a pre-recorded video to create an alibi.

A 40-year-old woman has been arrested on suspicion of murder in connection with the disappearance and presumed murder of Lisa Dorrian in Co Down in 2005.

The Police Service of Northern Ireland (PSNI) is treating a letter circulated in a Co Down village, which stated that 'nationalist culture' and 'Islamic culture will not be welcomed,' as a hate crime.

A veteran Northern Ireland journalist who says he has been the target of "systematic" state monitoring begins a legal case against the PSNI and the security services in London today.

Former US president’s part in ending the Troubles threatened by fallout from Epstein’s scandal, which has tainted his former envoy, George Mitchell When Bill Clinton testifies later this week at a con
CAI and various business groups are engaged in discussions regarding the potential reduction of the Northern Ireland corporation tax rate.

A school bus carrying children was involved in a crash in Northern Ireland, but thankfully, no children are believed to have been injured in the incident.

Northern Ireland is enjoying a significant boom in its film and TV industry, highlighted by Lisa McGee’s new Netflix drama.