A MAN wanted in connection with a murder in Spain has been arrested in Northern Ireland. The 22-year-old was tracked down in Craigavon in Co. Armagh by PSNI officers on February 23. He was arrested “on an extradition warrant issued by Spanish authorities for murder” the PSNI confirmed. Sergeant Davey, from the PSNI’s International Policing Unit, explained: “Officers from Lurgan … [Read more...] about Man wanted for murder in Spain arrested in Northern Ireland
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Man who poured fuel through letterbox in early-morning arson attack jailed
A MAN who poured fuel through the letterbox of a house while people were sleeping inside has been jailed. Kevin Hughes, of Wellingborough, Northamptonshire, was armed with a jerry can filled with fuel when he approached the property in Garratt Avenue, Mansfield at 4am on July 6, 2023. The arsonist poured the accelerant through the house’s letterbox and onto the doormat, before … [Read more...] about Man who poured fuel through letterbox in early-morning arson attack jailed
Ireland commits €1.6m funding to improve organ donation and transplant services
IRELAND’S health minister has confirmed a funding pot of €1.6m has been allocated to improve organ donation and transplant services across the country. The announcement comes as the Human Tissue Bill completed its passage through the Oireachtas yesterday, and awaits signing into law by President Michael D Higgins. Expressing his gratitude to “all those who contributed to the … [Read more...] about Ireland commits €1.6m funding to improve organ donation and transplant services
Bloody Sunday families and SDLP leader will not be prosecuted over ‘unnotified procession’
FAMILIES of victims of the Bloody Sunday massacre will not be prosecuted in relation to an 'unnotified procession' which took place last summer. The Public Prosecution Service (PPS) in Northern Ireland confirmed today it has "taken decisions not to prosecute seven individuals reported in connection with an unnotified procession in Derry”. In August 2023 some relatives of Bloody … [Read more...] about Bloody Sunday families and SDLP leader will not be prosecuted over ‘unnotified procession’
Dublin St Patrick’s parade will feature new ‘relaxed space’ for those who find loud noises and crowds ‘overwhelming’
A NEW relaxed parade space will be introduced at this year’s St Patrick’s parade in Dublin to cater for festival-goers who may find the usual experience “overwhelming”. Organisers of St Patrick’s Festival and Dublin City Council have announced their new addition this week which is designed to “ensure the St Patrick’s Day Parade is a safe and happy place for all to … [Read more...] about Dublin St Patrick’s parade will feature new ‘relaxed space’ for those who find loud noises and crowds ‘overwhelming’