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Moy Park Expands Multi-Million-Pound Asda Contract With New National Fakeaway Listings

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Moy Park, one of Ireland’s best known chicken brands, has secured a national listing with Asda, launching its new Fakeaway range into the retailer’s GB and NI stores. The range will see four new lines introduced by Moy Park that will ignite excitement into the frozen category with the launch of its new Fakeaway inspired […]

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Industry-First As Propertynews Makes Substantial Investment In Gen AI

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In what is believed to be an industry-first in the UK, Ireland and beyond, Propertynews.com, the locally-owned property portal, has made a substantial investment in generative AI technology to add significant value to the homebuying process for both buyers and agents. The move, representing an investment of over a quarter of a million pounds, has

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The Halfway House In Banbridge Acquired With Ulster Bank Support

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It’s now a full house for entrepreneurs Caorlan and Ciara McAllister as the husband and wife duo take ownership of The Halfway House in Banbridge, having acquired the licence and trading premises for the century-old pub and restaurant as part of a six-figure investment supported by Ulster Bank. Caorlan, a former hospitality manager, took over

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Boyzone Star Shane Lynch Opens Perfume Shop In Ballymena

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Boyzone Star Shane Lynch & his wife Sheena from The Real Housewives of Cheshire were in Ballymena at the weekend to open a brand new perfume store at The Tower Centre. The Amen Inspired By Perfume Shop will stock a wide range of budget friendly perfumes and aftershaves. Shane describes Amen as ‘the people’s brand’

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Supervalu & Centra Raise A Record-Breaking £223,000 For Action Cancer

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SuperValu and Centra stores across Northern Ireland have pulled out all the stops and raised a staggering £223,444 in 2023 for their long-term charity partner Action Cancer. This is the largest amount ever raised by the retail brands, which are part of Musgrave NI, in one year, and will help keep the charity’s mobile detection

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DAERA Settles Disability Discrimination Case For £50,000

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A hearing-impaired man has settled his disability discrimination case against the Department of Agriculture, Environment and Rural Affairs (DAERA) for £50,000, paid without admission of liability. The case was supported by the Equality Commission. Christopher Morrow worked as a park ranger at Crawfordsburn Country Park, through an agency, from approximately May 2018 for three and

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The Salthouse Hotel Invests £3.5m in New Luxury Sea View Units, Doubling Occupancy

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The Salthouse Hotel, a pioneer in sustainable hospitality and one of Europe’s greenest hotels, has announced a £3.5 million investment in a new phase of luxury sea view suites. The expansion phase is on track for completion in Spring 2025. This transformative project will introduce 32 new bedrooms, with the majority offering breathtaking sea views, further

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Elkstone Invites Community Arts Group To Unlock Community Creativity With Use Of A Pop-Up Space

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Elkstone is offering community arts groups the opportunity to take over an exciting Belfast pop-up space for six months at Bradbury Place, its latest student accommodation scheme that is set to open this summer. Elkstone is calling on any organisations interested in the versatile space – suitable for a wide range of uses such as

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NI Children’s Hospice To Benefit From Sustainable Housekeeping Initiative

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McKeever Hotel Group, a family-owned and operated hospitality business headquartered in Antrim, has introduced a new sustainable housekeeping initiative as part of its fund-raising drive for the Northern Ireland Children’s Hospice. ‘Green Rooms’ offers all guests the chance to reconsider their housekeeping requirements throughout their stay in McKeever’s NI hotels (The Dunadry Hotel & Gardens,

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Magherafelt Boutique Doubles In Size With Support From Dankse Bank

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Magherafelt-based fashion retailer Jude Law Boutique has more than doubled the size of its store in the town after a successful period of growth, in an investment supported by Danske Bank. Following six years of successful business and sales growth, Jude Law Boutique has relocated from its original 900sq ft unit to a 2,400sq ft

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IoD To Award Over £40k In Bursary Funds

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The Institute of Directors in Northern Ireland (IoD NI) has announced a new bursary scheme to support five female leaders complete professional qualifications. Worth over £40,000, the scholarship fund will enable five women to complete either the IoD Role of the Non-Executive Director course or the Bachelors level IoD Certificate in Company Direction qualification. The

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Hear It For The Girls: Executive Ministers Join Pupil-Led Female Leadership Celebration

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Schoolgirls from across Northern Ireland successfully delivered a large-scale event at ICC Belfast today as part of the SistersIN programme. It was attended by First Minister Michelle O’Neill and deputy First Minister Emma Little-Pengelly, underscoring the importance of the shaping the future of young women across the region. Attended by over 1,000 people, the event

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CIOB Report Reveals Construction Industry’s Reluctance to Hire People with Criminal Convictions

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Negative stigma and a lack of proper training opportunities are blocking many people with criminal records from earning a second chance at life within the construction industry, a Chartered Institute of Building (CIOB) report has revealed. The report, called Building Opportunity: Employing People with Criminal Convictions in Construction, shows individuals with a criminal record face significant

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Communities Minister Raises The Property Value Limit For Co-Ownership

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Department for Communities has announced an increase in the property value limit for applications to Co-Ownership from £190,000 to £195,000, in a move that will support more people into home ownership. Minister Lyons said, “As Minister with responsibility for housing, I am committed to helping more people and families as they seek to access home

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RTS NI Announces Student Television Awards Shortlist For 2024

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The Royal Television Society Northern Ireland (RTS NI) is delighted to announce the nominations for this year’s Student Television Awards, supported by Northern Ireland Screen and the Department for the Communities. This is the 11th year of the RTS NI Student Awards and the Awards Ceremony will be hosted by UTV reporter Nathan Hanna on Thursday 28

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Lidl Northern Ireland Launches Exclusive New Own Brand Irish Skincare Collection Ár Ocean

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Lidl Northern Ireland has launched its first ever own brand skincare range, Ár Ocean, in an exclusive new partnership with county Mayo-based Ultra-Pure Laboratories. Harnessing the nourishing properties of sea minerals and Irish moss cultivated from the Atlantic, the new Ár Ocean range has been formulated to provide a nutrient-rich, moisturising and refreshing complex to

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Armagh’s Home of St Patrick Festival kicks off on Sunday

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The countdown is on to Armagh’s iconic Home of St Patrick Festival, taking place for nine spectacular days from 10-18 March, promising a unique programme of history, heritage and place in his chosen home. The Home of St Patrick Festival’s unique distinction, what sets it apart from every other world-wide celebration, is the relationship between

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Calls For Northern Ireland To Change Debt Rules

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Advice NI has said Northern Ireland must follow new Debt Relief Orders (DROs) rules applied this week in England and Wales – transformative measures for those facing the burden of debt. In his spring budget, the Chancellor announced the removal of the £90 administration fee associated with Debt Relief Orders (DROs) and increased the maximum

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Hinch Distillery Unveils Exquisite 15-Year-Old Oloroso Sherry Cask Finished Irish Whiskey

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Hinch Distillery, nestled on the outskirts of Belfast, has launched its latest masterpiece, the Hinch 15-Year-Old Oloroso Sherry Cask Finished Irish Whiskey, introduced by ‘friend of Hinch’, the acclaimed actor James Nesbitt. James unveiled the new product at an event held in the Aston Martin Showroom hosted by DJ and broadcaster Pete Snodden on Friday

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Ulster University Business School’s Department of Management, Leadership And Marketing Honours Outstanding Talent At The Class Of 2023 Excellence Awards

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The Department of Management, Leadership and Marketing in Ulster University’s Business School held its annual Excellence Awards to celebrate the class of 2023. The awards, now in their thirteenth year, are an opportunity to showcase and recognise the outstanding talent in students across a range of subjects including marketing, business studies and human resource management.

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A Class Act: Schoolgirl Mentorship Programme Has Tripled In Size In 2024

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SistersIN, the all-female leadership programme dedicated to enabling, empowering, and developing young girls across Northern Ireland, has announced it has tripled in size in 2024. Almost 400 sixth form schoolgirls from 28 schools are participating in the programme this year. The programme is a collaborative ecosystem between the schools who deliver leadership training, senior female

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On The Pulse Festival Illuminates Screens this March

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The 6th Cinemagic ON THE PULSE FESTIVAL, celebrating the short film genre, funded by the Department for Communities through Northern Ireland Screen, proudly presents a March programme of unmissable films, jury programmes and a masterclass series for aspiring film, television and media creators. The world cinema programme and young critic panels are presented in partnership with

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AbbeyAutoline Drives Forward Young Entrepreneurs With New Impact Partnership

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AbbeyAutoline, Northern Ireland’s largest insurance broker is proud to announce its new partnership with Young Enterprise as an Impact Business Backer. This exciting collaboration positions AbbeyAutoline as a key supporter of Young Enterprise’s mission to inspire and equip young people with the skills and confidence to succeed in the business world. AbbeyAutoline recognises the importance

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Action Cancer Releases Breast Screening Appointments In The Run Up To International Women’s Day

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To celebrate International Women’s Day, leading NI cancer charity Action Cancer has released breast screening appointments and is encouraging women to book their screening slot online. The theme for International Women’s Day on Friday 8th March 2024 (IWD 2024) is, ‘Inspire Inclusion’. International Women’s Day is celebrated annually on March 8, yet the global campaign theme continues all year long to encourage action. Action

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Lidl Northern Ireland Invests £3m In Fresh Pay Rises Making It The Highest Paying Supermarket In The Region

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Lidl Northern Ireland has today announced a further £3 million investment in pay increases for its workforce in the region. All employees will benefit from the increase which took effect on Friday (1 March 2024). Lidl Northern Ireland has invested £6 million in pay rises for employees in the region with employees benefitting from a 13.5

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Danske Bank To Recruit Twelve New Apprentices

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Danske Bank has reopened applications to its higher-level Apprenticeship programme Danske Futures for 2024 and is looking for twelve new apprentices to join the bank. The programme, which first launched in 2018 in partnership with Ulster University, allows students to study part-time for a degree while securing a permanent role within the bank’s Personal Banking

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Hillview Retail Park Attracts Major New Brands To North Belfast

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Hillview Retail Park in Belfast is hitting the ground running in 2024 as it welcomes one of the UK’s fastest growing gym brands and a hardware and home improvement giant to the Crumlin Road. JD Gyms, the fitness arm of popular high-street retailer JD Sports PLC, will open its first venue in Northern Ireland at

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Cordovan Capital Management Announces BLK BOX Investment

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Belfast-based private equity firm Cordovan Capital Management has announced a significant equity investment into BLK BOX Fitness Limited. This is the eighth investment closed by its institutional fund vehicle, Cordovan Capital Partners II LP, and the seventeenth investment made by the group over the past several years. Headquartered in Newtownabbey, Northern Ireland, BLK BOX is

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Ulster Hall To Welcome Comedian David Cross This September

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Emmy award winner David Cross brings his new tour, Worst Daddy In The World, to the Ulster Hall on September 12.  It follows on from his previous comedy special, David Cross: I’m From The Future, which premiered last year as an international livestream event on his website.  The comedian is perhaps most acclaimed for his

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Lukas Nelson And POTR To Play Ulster Hall Next Month

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One of the most in-demand rock ‘n’ roll ensembles, Lukas Nelson and Promise Of The Real (POTR), are coming to the Ulster Hall on June 22.  The band, consisting of Lukas Nelson alongside bassist Corey McCormick, drummer Anthony LoGerfo, percussionist Tato Melgar, and multi-instrumentalist Logan Metz (POTR), are known for their unique sound which covers

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