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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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Soaring Childcare Costs Fuel Northern Ireland's Economic Inactivity Crisis

Due to soaring childcare costs in Northern Ireland—from £45 to £70-£80 per child daily since 2018—617,000 people are economically inactive, the highest UK rate; this forces skilled workers like Michelle Martin to quit jobs despite record-low unemployment.

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Omagh Bombing: Firefighter Recalls 'Total Chaos'

On August 15, 1998, a Real IRA bomb detonated in Omagh, County Tyrone, killing 29 people, including 9 children; firefighter Paddy Quinn described the scene as "total chaos, devastation, carnage"; paramedic Richard Quigley recounted the grim task of recovering bodies.

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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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Quality Education
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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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Anti-Police Posters Condemned in Northern Ireland

Anti-police posters, mimicking PSNI recruitment ads, appeared in Lurgan and Belfast ahead of a community engagement event, prompting widespread condemnation from politicians and community leaders, while the PSNI's recent recruitment drive saw 4,822 applications.

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Funboys": A Darkly Comedic Exploration of Masculinity and Small-Town Life

Funboys," a darkly comedic series created by RyanDylan and Rian Lennon, follows three emotionally stunted twentysomethings in rural Northern Ireland as they navigate life, love, and friendship amidst surreal events and limited opportunities, showcasing a unique blend of humor and poignant observatio...

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