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UK PM Meets Irish Leaders Amid Improved Relations

UK Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer will meet political leaders from both sides of the Irish border at the British-Irish Council summit in Edinburgh on October 27th, 2024, aiming to improve UK/Irish relations following recent disputes over Brexit and the Troubles Legacy Act, which is being repealed b...

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NI Water Strike: 300+ Employees to Walk Out Over Unpaid Pay Increase

Over 300 NI Water employees will strike on December 17th, 2023, due to a pay dispute, potentially causing devastating disruptions to water services across Northern Ireland, impacting consumers in areas such as Derrygonnelly, Dungiven, Killeter, and Cookstown, as seen in the 2015 strike.

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Clean Water and Sanitation
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Heagney Murder Trial Collapses Again: Jury Discharged

The trial of Stephen McCourt, accused of murdering Damien Heagney, whose remains were found in Cappagh reservoir in August 2022, collapsed for the second time at Belfast Crown Court due to an unresolved legal issue, resulting in the discharge of the jury.

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£60,000 cost of repairing vandalised Irish street signs in Northern Ireland

In Northern Ireland, over 300 acts of vandalism against Irish and bilingual street signs since 2020 cost councils almost £60,000; Mid Ulster District Council reported 209 incidents alone, costing over £21,000.

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Irish Election Ends in Three-Way Tie, Coalition Formation Uncertain

Ireland's general election resulted in a three-way tie between Sinn Féin (21.1%), Fine Gael (21%), and Fianna Fáil (19.5%), creating uncertainty over coalition formation and highlighting the impact of housing and immigration issues on voter choices.

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Kneecap Wins Discrimination Case Against UK Government Over Arts Grant

A Belfast rap group, Kneecap, successfully sued the UK government for £14,250 after then-minister Kemi Badenoch unlawfully withdrew their arts grant due to their political messaging; the band will donate the money to Northern Irish youth charities.

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Lorry Driver Receives Suspended Sentence for Pedestrian Death

In February 2022, Patrick Campbell's dangerous driving caused the death of Anne Brown at a pelican crossing in Glengormley; he received an eight-month suspended prison sentence for causing death by dangerous driving.

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Disney+ Sued Over "Say Nothing" Depiction of Jean McConville Murder

Marian Price is suing Disney+ for its portrayal of her as Jean McConville's killer in the new series "Say Nothing," claiming the depiction is baseless and defamatory, prompting a legal battle over historical accuracy in streaming dramas.

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Higher Stamp Duty Costs Prompt Rush to Complete Property Sales in England and Northern Ireland

New stamp duty rules in England and Northern Ireland, effective next April, will increase costs for many homebuyers, with the average buyer paying £2,500 more and London first-time buyers facing an additional £11,250, prompting a pre-deadline rush.

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EU Safety Rules Force Changes for Online Sellers to Northern Ireland

Starting December 13th, new EU product safety rules will require Great Britain-based online sellers to designate a responsible person within the EU or Northern Ireland to sell goods there, potentially impacting small businesses who may choose to halt sales to Northern Ireland due to increased compli...

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Londonderry Mural Aims to Increase Breastfeeding Rates

A new mural in Londonderry's Great James Street, commissioned by North West Breastfeeding and Perinatal Support, aims to combat the stigma against breastfeeding, with the hope of increasing rates in the area, mirroring the success of a similar project in Greenock, Scotland that saw a 5% increase in ...

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Surge in Demand for Domestic Abuse Support in Northern Ireland

This news piece reports on the increasing demand for domestic abuse support services in Northern Ireland, highlighting the experiences of survivors and the challenges faced by organizations like Women's Aid.

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