Lisneal College in Derry faces scrutiny after receiving £710,000 for sports facilities, igniting a sectarianism debate among political leaders at Stormont. Derry School Sparks Controversy Over Sectarianism Claims at Stormont Derry: A school in Derry is in the spotlight over a funding issue. Lisneal College received over £710,000 for sports facilities. This has led to…
Matthew O’Toole emphasizes the need for accountability from MLAs as the Northern Ireland Assembly marks its first anniversary since returning. Stormont Opposition Leader Says ‘Turning Up Isn’t Enough’ on Assembly Anniversary Belfast: The SDLP’s Leader of the Opposition, Matthew O’Toole, believes MLAs need to do more than just show up. He spoke to Belfast Live…
Charlie Flanagan expresses concern about the Irish government’s lack of a parallel inquiry into the Omagh bombing, fearing vital information may be withheld. Former Irish Minister Raises Alarm Over Missing Omagh Inquiry Parallel Omagh: A former Irish cabinet minister is worried about the lack of a parallel inquiry into the Omagh bombing. Charlie Flanagan, who…
Sinn Féin has asked for Belfast City Hall to be illuminated on July 11 for Irish National Day, sparking discussions on the council’s lighting policy and fairness. Sinn Féin Requests Belfast City Hall Lighting for Irish National Day on July 11 Belfast: Sinn Féin wants Belfast City Hall lit up for Irish National Day on…
Farmers in Aberdeenshire are rallying against Labour’s proposed inheritance tax changes, which they believe will harm rural communities and food security. Farmers Plan Day of Action in North-East Against Labour’s ‘Tractor Tax’ Aberdeenshire: Farmers are gearing up for a tractor rally. They want to send a message to Keir Starmer and Rachel Reeves about the…
A judge has ruled in favor of Greenpeace, blocking the Rosebank and Jackdaw oil and gas projects due to environmental concerns and unlawful consent processes. Greenpeace Legal Challenge Against Rosebank and Jackdaw Oil Fields Upheld Edinburgh: A judge has backed Greenpeace’s legal challenge against two oil and gas fields. This decision blocks the Rosebank and…
Northern Ireland’s Minister emphasizes cross-border cooperation to improve health services and reduce waiting times for patients. UK Minister Highlights Importance of All-Ireland Health Solutions for Waiting Lists Belfast: Northern Ireland’s Minister Fleur Anderson is pushing for better health services. She believes that working together with the Republic of Ireland could help tackle long waiting lists.…
A new proposal could change MOT testing from yearly to every two years for some vehicles in Northern Ireland, aiming to ease the burden on drivers. Minister Proposes Significant Changes to MOT Testing in Northern Ireland Belfast: So, here’s the scoop. Stormont’s Infrastructure Minister, John O’Dowd, is shaking things up with MOT testing. He’s suggesting…
Aberdeenshire Council faces tough budget decisions, with potential winners and losers as funding issues loom large Aberdeenshire Council Leader Warns of Budget ‘Winners and Losers’ This Year Aberdeenshire: The council leader, Gillian Owen, is sounding the alarm. She says this year’s budget will create “winners and losers.” The council is facing a £6.5 million overspend.…
Cara Hunter, a Northern Ireland MLA, is pushing for laws to combat deepfake videos that target women online Stormont MLA Cara Hunter Calls for Legal Action Against Deepfake Video Abuse Belfast: A Northern Ireland MLA, Cara Hunter, is speaking out. She’s worried about a deepfake video that could ruin her career. This fake video made…