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Game-Changer: Wrightbus unveils first repowered zero-emission truck in landmark UK move
Eleven months in development – Wrightbus‘ first zero-emission truck conversion – a 19-tonne twin-axle DAF World-leading bus manufacturer...
Sep 19, 2025


Gaston voices support for veterans as Soldier F trial over Bloody Sunday begins
North Antrim MLA Timothy Gaston pictured with campaigners outside Laganside Court in Belfast TUV North Antrim MLA Timothy Gaston has...
Sep 15, 2025


Frew presses Northern Ireland Secretary over Ballymena immigration concerns & ‘Red Zone’ status
Inset: North Antrim MLA Paul Frew North Antrim MLA Paul Frew has written to the Secretary of State for Northern Ireland, Hilary Benn,...
Sep 10, 2025


Met Office warns of showery, stormy weather as low-pressure system deepens
Wet conditions on Wednesday in County Antrim. (Image: Anne Kelly) Unsettled conditions are set to persist across the UK in the coming...
Sep 10, 2025


ITV confirms second series of I’m A Celebrity… South Africa!
ITV has officially announced that I’m A Celebrity… South Africa will return for a second series, following the success of its debut run...
Sep 8, 2025


New UK Government campaign prepares travellers for EU border changes
The UK government has launched a new campaign to raise awareness among British travellers of upcoming changes to EU border checks, ahead...
Sep 8, 2025


Robin Swann MP welcomes RAF SME procurement hub to boost Northern Ireland businesses
South Antrim MP Robin Swann South Antrim MP Robin Swann has welcomed the Ministry of Defence’s announcement that it will establish a new...
Sep 8, 2025


Millions of phones to receive emergency alert in UK test today
The UK Government will conduct its second nationwide Emergency Alert test today, Sunday 7 September 2025, at approximately 3pm, sending a...
Sep 7, 2025


RAF launches SME hub in Northern Ireland to expand procurement opportunities
Northern Ireland businesses are set to benefit from a major expansion in defence procurement, with the Royal Air Force pledging to...
Sep 6, 2025


Robin Swann urges Starmer to scrap “harmful” Farm Inheritance Tax at PMQs
South Antrim MP Robin Swann speaking in The Commons South Antrim MP Robin Swann has pressed Prime Minister Keir Starmer to rethink the...
Sep 3, 2025


Ballymena takeaway shortlisted in UK’s top 40 for National Fish & Chip Awards 2026
The popular Fish Supper from The Merchant, Ballymena One of Ballymena’s most popular takeaways has been named among the UK’s best after...
Sep 2, 2025


Aer Lingus increases UK flights from Belfast City this winter, with up to 30% off sale
Aer Lingus Regional, operated exclusively by Emerald Airlines, has unveiled its Winter 2025 schedule from Belfast City Airport, promising...
Sep 2, 2025


Storm Amy leads list of UK storm names chosen by the public for 2025/26
The Met Office, alongside Met Éireann and the Dutch weather service KNMI, has unveiled the official list of storm names for the 2025/26...
Sep 1, 2025


Jim Allister urges councils to act after High Court ruling on asylum hotels
Traditional Unionist Voice (TUV) leader and North Antrim MP Jim Allister KC Traditional Unionist Voice (TUV) leader and North Antrim MP...
Aug 20, 2025


Major £70M drive to grow UK cadet forces by 40,000 with drone pilot training and STEM skills
The UK Government has announced a major expansion of the Armed Forces Cadets, pledging £70 million to increase membership across the...
Aug 20, 2025


UK Government confirms Emergency Alert drill for Northern Ireland
People across Northern Ireland are being advised of the upcoming second nationwide test of the UK Emergency Alert system, set to take...
Aug 20, 2025


Parents urged to extend Child Benefit claims as deadline approaches
With GCSE results being released this week, HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) is reminding parents of teenagers to extend their Child Benefit...
Aug 19, 2025


Monzo tops CMA banking satisfaction rankings as digital rivals outperform traditional banks
Challenger banks lead the way in the latest Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) banking satisfaction survey, with Monzo taking the...
Aug 15, 2025


£647m Plan for Change: Reeves pledges major economic boost for Northern Ireland
Chancellor of the United Kingdom, Rachel Reeves Northern Ireland is set for a major economic boost as Chancellor Rachel Reeves confirmed...
Aug 12, 2025


Government and Lilly launch UK-wide £85M programme to tackle obesity with pharmacies & digital access
Tens of thousands of people living with obesity could soon benefit from easier access to innovative weight management services, under a...
Aug 12, 2025
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