The explosion of popularity in Podcasting over the last five years looks set to continue into 2021, offering Northern Ireland businesses tremendous opportunities. Embed from Getty Images The rise owes a lot to American podcasts from Joe Rogan, (yes, the bald UFC guy who’s always talking about Conor McGregor), and the wildly successful crime podcast […]
As part of its ‘Building Back Responsibly’ campaign, Translink staff are reminding the public to ‘follow 4 simple but important steps when using public transport – wear a face-covering, wash/sanitise your hands frequently, use touch-free ticket options and practice social distancing. There will be additional staff at the main station to re-enforce the […]
Councillor Roisin Mulgrew has highlighted concerns over the rise in reported incidents of domestic abuse. The Sinn Féin Councillor explained, “Over recent months local charities supporting those who have been victims of domestic violence have expressed their concerns over the rise in reported incidents. “Recent figures from PSNI validate this concern.” […]
Northern Ireland has shown the world it can deliver a world-class sporting event in extraordinarily difficult circumstances. That was the message from Economy Minister Diane Dodds as she attended the final day’s play at the Dubai Duty-Free Irish Open at Galgorm Castle Golf Club in Co Antrim. The Minister – who […]
Economy Minister Diane Dodds has announced 3,000 free online training places for people whose employment has been disrupted by the pandemic. Representing an investment of £4.6million, the courses will have a focus on digital skills and be delivered by the local colleges and universities. Encouraging people to apply, the Minister said, […]
Warrenpoint business leader Brian Reid was among those honoured at the annual Institute of Directors Northern Ireland (IoD NI) Director of the Year Awards sponsored by AIB. Brian Reid, CEO Director of Warrenpoint business Deli-Lites was named International Director of the Year at a ceremony, held virtually for the first time due to COVID-19 […]
Local Sinn Féin MLA Liz Kimmins has encouraged social enterprises to apply to the Social Enterprises Fund. She made the call after Communities Minister Caral Ni Chuilin opened the fund. The Newry and Armagh MLA said, “Social enterprises are the bedrock of many communities throughout the North, providing invaluable services and […]
Calling all chatterboxes, gossipers and nonsense-talkers: the challenge is on to stop talking and raise some money by zipping it! They say silence is golden, and in today’s busy, multi-tasking, always-on world, many of us would give anything for a moment’s peace and quiet. But for older people living alone, silence and loneliness, […]
The total number of patients connected to the Male Medical Ward at Daisy Hill Hospital in Newry who have tested positive remains at thirteen. According to the Southern Trust, a further patient trendat.net connected to the ward, and who had a positive test for COVID-19, has passed away. This brings the total of […]
Economy Minister Diane Dodds has announced that her Apprenticeship Challenge Fund is open for applications. Successful applicants could receive one-off awards of up to £50,000, with proposals with multiple partners or features potentially receiving up to £100,000. The Minister said, “I am determined to do all I can develop an effective […]
