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Health Minister receives warm welcome at Antrim and Causeway hospitals
Health Minister Mike Nesbitt spent time discussing the Northern Trust’s Strategic Vision for Causeway Hospital during his visit. He is...
Sep 14, 2024


Stunning Sperrins – perfect location for scenic guided walks!
Launching this year’s Sperrins Walking were (L to R) Cllr Sean Clarke, Chair of the Sperrins Partnership; Mairead McCallion, Walking...
Sep 12, 2024


People are Health & Social Care’s greatest strength – Minister
Health Minister Mike Nesbitt, pictured at Causeway Hospital, Coleraine, with (from left) Jacqui Reid, Northern Trust Director of Human...
Sep 11, 2024


Northern Area Community Network promotes mental health at Cushendun Sheep Sale
For the third consecutive year, the Northern Area Community Network (NACN) has made its presence felt at the annual outdoor sheep sale in...
Sep 8, 2024


Northern Ireland Education Minister's £250k mobile phone pouch scheme faces criticism
North Antrim MLA Timothy Gaston (TUV) In a move that has sparked both support and criticism across Northern Ireland, Education Minister...
Sep 8, 2024


Talking continues over possible removal of general surgery services at Causeway Hospital
Causeway Coast and Glens Borough Council will seek a meeting with Northern Health and Social Care Trust’s chief executive to discuss the...
Sep 6, 2024


ANB Council carries out test purchasing at sunbed outlets
One sunbed operator in Antrim and Newtownabbey Borough failed a test visit by a teenager under the age of 18, a report to councillors...
Sep 5, 2024


Education Minister issues guidance recommending schools should not allow use of mobile phones
Education Minister, Paul Givan chatting to pupils at St Columbanus College, Bangor. Education Minister Paul Givan has today issued new...
Sep 3, 2024


Remembering Jordan: Cullybackey trio set for fundraiser abseil down Belfast City Hospital tower
Three young people from Cullybackey are set to abseil down Belfast City Hospital’s landmark yellow tower this coming weekend in memory of...
Sep 2, 2024


International staff “very welcome and deeply valued”: Nesbitt
Health Minister Mike Nesbitt with internationally recruited doctors (from left): Urology Consultant Dr Sartaj Wali Khan; Radiology...
Aug 31, 2024


‘Motorcycle Meet Up’ event launched to drive mental health AWARE-ness
Pictured at the launch of the event are Jarlath McCreanor, AWARE NI Volunteer; Terry Bradley; Alan Waring from Belfast Harley Davidson...
Aug 31, 2024


Co Antrim woman tells of ‘living nightmare’ following shock cancer diagnosis
Cancer Focus client Joanne Jones, Clare Mawhinney, Dale Farm and Lauren Clarke, Pink Run Ambassador. County Antrim woman Joanne Jones has...
Aug 31, 2024


Restrictions to Winter Fuel Payment will be introduced in Northern Ireland
In a written Ministerial Statement, the Communities Minister Gordon Lyons today informed Assembly Members of changes to the Winter Fuel...
Aug 30, 2024


Belfast Zoo to host sensory events in September
Belfast Zoo is continuing to improve its accessibility and are delighted to hold a month of sensory events in September. With quiet...
Aug 29, 2024


Northern Trust seeks planning permission for new £5.5m midwifery facility
The proposed new midwifery-led unit to the right of the main entrance to Antrim Area Hospital. A planning application has been lodged...
Aug 27, 2024


SOS Causeway Hospital urges community to equip themselves of facts on Northern Trust proposal
Antrim Area Hospital, and Causeeay Hospital, Coleraine. Campaign group SOS Causeway Hospital has urged the community to “equip themselves...
Aug 26, 2024


‘Appalling’ that health staff feel vulnerable and unwelcome: Northern Trust chief
The Northern Health and Social Care Trust has reiterated support for its “diverse workforce” amid concern over racist attacks and...
Aug 24, 2024


£1.4M mental health facility planned for Mid and East Antrim
A business case for a £1.4m mental health facility in Carrickfergus was approved by the Northern Health and Social Care Trust board at a...
Aug 24, 2024


Northern Trust launches consultation on future of surgical services to prevent ‘inevitable collapse’
The Northern Health and Social Care Trust is launching a public consultation into a proposal to move all emergency surgery to Antrim...
Aug 22, 2024


Urgent need to reinstate UK’s cancer plan to save lives, leading expert warns
There’s a ticking time bomb on cancer care with UK cases predicted to increase by 30% by 2040. However, without a designated cancer plan...
Aug 21, 2024
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