NI Water is reminding customers to lag their water pipes and check vacant properties or outhouses for leaks. Des Nevin, NI Water’s Director of Customer and Operations, comments, “We are asking the public to prepare their properties against the effects of freezing temperatures. “With the continued impact of Covid-19 on our […]
With spring just around the corner, the Public Health Agency (PHA) is reminding pregnant women about the risk of close contact with sheep during lambing season. The PHA is advising women who are, or think they may be, pregnant to reduce their risk of miscarriage and infection by avoiding close contact with sheep […]
The Police Service of Northern Ireland is advising people to be on their guard following a recently reported fraud of close to £15,000, with fraudsters posing as callers from the victims’ bank. Chief Superintendent Simon Walls said, “The number from which they are calling may look authentic and the fraudsters will claim that […]
Health Minister Robin Swann has welcomed the continuing progress on Covid-19 vaccination, with the number of vaccines administered in Northern Ireland climbing past the 300,000 mark. The latest province-wide total stands at 301,279, comprising 275,232 first doses and 26,047 second doses. The Minister again warned that the progress of the vaccination […]
Detectives in Newry are investigating a number of incidents which occurred in the area from Friday evening, 5 February, and into the early hours of Saturday, 6 February. Detective Sergeant Ritchie says, “At around 10 pm on Friday 5 February, it was reported that entry was gained to business premises located at the […]
Police are appealing for information following the report of a stabbing in Newry, reported early this morning, Friday 5 February. Northern Ireland Ambulance Service notified police just before 5.45 am of a report that a male had been stabbed in the face. Inspector Alastair Macdonald said, “The man – aged in […]
Leading health charity, Northern Ireland Chest Heart & Stroke is encouraging local people to take active steps towards healthier hearts this winter. And, with February marking National Heart Month, there’s never been a better time to give your heart the love it deserves. The charity’s latest ‘Step by Step’ campaign is designed to […]
Agriculture Minister Edwin Poots has reiterated his call for a Common Travel Area for pets as they travel within the UK, urging Westminster and the European Union to adopt a ‘pragmatic and sensible approach’ which retains pet welfare at its heart. After engaging with his officials to find potential flexibilities for pet checks, […]
SSE Airtricity has announced it will be increasing electricity prices by 3.9% from 1 March 2021. This will see the typical SSE Airtricity customer needing to find up to an extra £22 per year. Michael Legg, Head of Energy Policy at The Consumer Council, said, “This news will come as a […]
Economy Minister Diane Dodds has launched a £250,000 fund to help non-statutory training providers meet the additional costs resulting from ensuring compliance with public health regulations as a result of Covid-19. The Minister said, “Non-statutory training providers are a key part of our skills landscape and play a vital role in delivering the […]
