Tag #Northern Ireland

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Toxic Algal Blooms Cripple Lough Neagh in Northern Ireland

Recurring toxic algal blooms in Northern Ireland's Lough Neagh, caused by agricultural runoff and inadequate wastewater treatment, have devastated wildlife, halted eel fishing, and driven away tourists, threatening the lake's ecosystem and drinking water supply.

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Life Below Water
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Man Remanded for 5G Mast Arson Attacks

A 45-year-old Belfast man, Michael Clarke, was remanded in custody on Saturday after being charged with two counts of arson on 5G masts in June 2023; police linked him to the attacks via DNA found on a bag at one of the crime scenes.

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Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions
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71-Year-Old Priest Jailed for Child Sex Abuse

Canon Patrick McEntee, 71, was sentenced to seven years in prison for eight counts of indecent assault against four boys between the late 1970s and late 1980s at St Michael's College in Enniskillen, where he was a teacher.

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Quality Education
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Delays in Oxygen Deliveries to NI Patients Cause Alarm

In Northern Ireland, delayed oxygen deliveries are causing distress for patients like Una McMillan, who relies on the supply for survival, highlighting systemic issues within the oxygen delivery contract.

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Good Health and Well-being
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Increased Drug Seizures in Northern Ireland Due to Smuggling Route

International drug cartels are increasingly using Northern Ireland as a smuggling route into the UK and mainland Europe, leading to a 130% yearly increase in drug seizures by the PSNI since 2022, with over £13 million worth seized this year alone.

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Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions
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Man Admits to Causing Death by Careless Driving in Belfast Hit and Run

In Belfast, 27-year-old Martin Sean O'Lali pleaded guilty to causing the death of Richard Boyle, 42, by careless driving in a February 2021 hit and run incident; five others also received charges for related offenses.

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No Poverty
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Flax Revival in Northern Ireland: Sustainable Farming and Industrial Applications

Driven by growing demand for sustainable materials and a need for soil restoration, flax cultivation is experiencing a resurgence in Northern Ireland, offering new opportunities for small farms and industrial decarbonization.

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Responsible Consumption and Production
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Ireland and UK Near Deal on Troubles Legacy Issues

Following a meeting between the Irish Taoiseach and UK Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer, both countries are close to finalizing a new framework to address legacy issues from Northern Ireland's Troubles, replacing the controversial UK Legacy Act.

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Northern Ireland GPs Initiate Work-to-Rule Amidst Contract Dispute

Northern Ireland GPs have launched a work-to-rule action due to a contract dispute with the Department of Health, impacting patient care and raising concerns about underfunding and workforce shortages.

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Good Health and Well-being
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Def Leppard guitarist recalls Troubles-era stage tension

Def Leppard guitarist Vivian Campbell recounts performing in Northern Ireland during the Troubles, describing onstage tension due to band members' differing religious backgrounds, yet highlighting music as an escape from the conflict.

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Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions
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Prisoner" parents protest lack of NI special needs services

Parents of children with special educational needs protested outside Stormont on Monday, highlighting insufficient daycare and support services, coinciding with the return of assembly members after summer recess.

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Northern Ireland Femicide Crisis: Victims Demand Stiffer Sentencing

Northern Ireland's record-high femicide rate, with 28 women and a girl killed since 2020, prompts calls for tougher sentencing guidelines as victims describe the justice system as re-victimizing.

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Gender Equality

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