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Belfast Public Meetings Disrupted by Masked Protesters

Masked protesters disrupted two Belfast public meetings focused on community safety on Monday and Tuesday, leading to police investigations and widespread condemnation from political leaders.

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NI Education System Criticized for Lack of Change Since Industrial Revolution

Northern Ireland's independent autism reviewer, Ema Cubitt, criticized the education system for not changing since the industrial revolution, stating it leaves autistic children feeling unsafe and traumatized, leading to a significant societal gap for autistic young people leaving school, and callin...

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NI Alcohol Licensing System Hinders Competition, Innovation: Review

A review of Northern Ireland's alcohol licensing system found that the "surrender principle", where existing businesses sell licenses, is hindering competition and innovation, leading to a decline in pubs and an increase in off-licenses; the study recommends a population-based cap on licenses manage...

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Coroner Rules SAS Killing of IRA Members Unjustified, Referrals to DPP

A coroner in Northern Ireland ruled that the 1992 killing of four Provisional IRA members by SAS soldiers was unjustified, lacking an honest belief in necessity and without any arrest attempts, mandating a referral to the director of public prosecutions, reigniting political controversy.

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Belfast Children's Hospital Approved After Decade of Delays

A new 155-bed children's hospital in Belfast, Northern Ireland, has been approved, beginning construction in days and costing £671m, after a decade of delays and cost increases from an initial £250m estimate; it's expected to open in 2030.

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Omagh Bombing Inquiry Reveals Devastating Human Cost

The 1998 Omagh bombing, perpetrated by the Real IRA, killed 29 people in County Tyrone, including children and a pregnant woman; police officers described horrific scenes and lasting psychological trauma.

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Belfast Glider Expansion Scaled Back Due to Funding Shortfall

Due to insufficient funding (£35m secured of £148m needed), plans to extend Belfast's Glider bus service to Glengormley and Carryduff are scaled back, impacting residents and raising concerns about future public transport projects. Infrastructure Minister Liz Kimmins stated that the project was "not...

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NI to Miss 2030 Emissions Target Due to Unused Renewable Energy

Northern Ireland is projected to miss its 2030 power emissions target by more than 20% due to unused renewable energy and grid restrictions, with almost 40% of wind energy going unused in December 2024; increased investment in infrastructure and energy storage is critical.

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Off-Duty PSNI Officer Convicted of Assaulting Colleagues at Wedding

A 31-year-old Police Service of Northern Ireland officer, Marcus Brush, was found guilty of assaulting two colleagues and drink driving at a wedding on September 21-22, 2023, resulting in a 15-month driving ban and £1,500 in fines; he is currently suspended.

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Northern Ireland Mother-and-Baby Homes Inquiry: May 1st Testimony Deadline

The Truth Recovery Independent Panel in Northern Ireland is investigating mother-and-baby homes and Magdalene laundries, urging those with relevant experiences to testify before the May 1st deadline; the panel aims to provide a comprehensive report later this year.

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NI School Uniform Bill Mandates Pricing Transparency

Northern Ireland's new School Uniforms (Guidelines and Allowances) Bill, introduced by Education Minister Paul Givan, will legally oblige schools to justify uniform pricing to parents following a consultation with over 7,500 responses, mostly favoring affordability, and will require schools to consu...

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Appeal on Illegal Migration Act Paused in Northern Ireland

A Northern Ireland court has paused the UK government's appeal against a ruling that parts of the Illegal Migration Act are unlawful in Northern Ireland, due to the act's incompatibility with the post-Brexit Windsor Framework; the case was challenged by a 16-year-old asylum seeker and the NI Human R...

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