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Hope 4 ME & Fibro NI Welcomes Health Minister & MLAs To Stormont Information Day

Hope 4 ME & Fibro Northern Ireland hosted a World M.E. Day awareness event at Stormont this week (Tuesday 13 May) welcoming patients, carers, healthcare professionals and elected representatives for an afternoon focused on increasing understanding of the condition. The event at Parliament Buildings was hosted by Robbie Butler MLA and attended by Health Minister […]

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Northern Ireland Logistics Firm Levels Up With Cutting-Edge Tech Through DTFF Support

A Northern Ireland warehousing, logistics and shipping firm showcased how the introduction of emerging technologies into their operations has enabled them to “run shoulder to shoulder” with companies “three, four, five times the size” of theirs. SJ Henderson Fulfilment is just one of 172 businesses across the country who have benefited from support from the

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Tackling the Complexities of Domestic Abuse Support: 5 Key Pieces of Advice for Counsellors

Working with clients who have experienced domestic abuse can be emotionally demanding and complex. As a counsellor, you play a critical role in providing a safe, supportive space for healing, while understanding both the challenges faced by your clients and your professional responsibilities is key to offering effective support. Understanding your role as a counsellor

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Reptile Rescue Appeals For Help During Busiest Time Of Year

Trustees at Northern Ireland’s sole reptile rescue have spoken of increasing uncertainty  as they appeal for greater support from the public.  Chairperson Lindsey said: “Like most other rescues, we are feeling the pinch of the ongoing cost of living crisis gripping the country. Month by month, our donations are  becoming few and far between, but

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Carlingford Adventure Centre Launches New Corporate Team Development Programme

Carlingford Adventure Centre has officially launched a new Team Development Programme, offering a dynamic learning experience aimed at helping corporate teams, educators and professionals strengthen communication, boost collaboration and unlock leadership potential. Marking a significant milestone in its 35th year of operation, the Centre has expanded its offering with a bespoke initiative that blends hands-on,

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American Investors Set For Dublin TechFoundHer Summit Alongside Showing Of International Show Her The Money Documentary

International investor and star of the critically acclaimed Show Her The Money documentary Wendy Ryan is set to take to the stage at the forthcoming TechFoundHer Summit 2025 in Dublin next month. Wendy, CEO of Kadabra based in Silicon Valley, will join fellow US investor Lata Shetty for an exclusive panel discussion that will include

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Translink Announces Easter Timetables

 Translink Easter holiday timetables to operate on Easter Monday and Tuesday, 21st and 22nd April. With a number of timetable changes to reflect the change in passenger demand, passengers are encouraged to download the journey planner app – Translink NI – this Easter and plan their journey from their mobile device. Recently enhanced, the journey planner app is now even easier

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Translink to Operate Early Train Services for Moy Park Belfast City Marathon

Translink is set to once again support the Moy Park Belfast City Marathon by operating a series of early morning train services on Sunday 4th May, helping participants and supporters get to the start line on time. Early trains will run from Derry~Londonderry, Larne, Bangor and Newry, with all services arriving into Belfast’s Lanyon Place

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Accessibility Consultant Launches New App To Help People With A Disability Travel With Confidence

TravelEase app helps users find and book verified accessible accommodation with confidence Accessibility consultant Shelley Cowan has launched a new web app to help people with a disability find and book accommodation that meets their access needs. TravelEase is the latest initiative from Shelley Cowan, a tech founder and accessibility consultant whose work is rooted

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Health Minister Commends ASCERT’s Mission to Tackle Addiction, Support Mental Health and Inspire Change

ASCERT, Northern Ireland’s leading charity dedicated to reducing drug and alcohol-related harm, was honoured to welcome Northern Ireland’s Health Minister, Mike Nesbitt, to its head office in Lisburn this week. The visit marked a significant opportunity to highlight ASCERT’s work in supporting individuals and communities across Northern Ireland who are impacted by substance use and

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Deadline Extended For Survey Responses And Two New Consultation Events Announced To Support Newcomer Communities

Individuals from Newcomer Communities are being urged to take part in a Belfast City Council consultation, as the deadline to complete the survey has been extended and two additional in-person events will take place this week. The Mind Tribe UK, who are leading the research, are encouraging anyone with lived experience or working with Newcomer

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BELFAST CITY AIRPORT FLIES HIGH AS UK’S MOST PUNCTUAL AIRPORT 2024

Belfast City Airport has been confirmed as the UK’s Most Punctual Airport for the second year in a row, according to the latest data from the Civil Aviation Authority. The airport continues to lead the way with an exceptional on-time arrivals and departures performance, ranking top across the 25 major UK airports surveyed. Mark Beattie,

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LACE UP FOR A GREAT CAUSE – AIR AMBULANCE NI’S BELFAST CITY AIRPORT RUNWAY RUN IS BACK

Air Ambulance NI has announced the return of its popular Belfast City Airport Runway Run is back for a second year, supported by Lagan Aviation & Infrastructure. Taking place on 11th June 2025, the race gives runners of all abilities the chance to complete a 5K on Belfast City Airport’s runway while raising vital funds in

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Mid Ulster Clinic First in UK and Ireland to Launch Specialist Scalp Care Treatments

Private healthcare facility the Mid Ulster Clinic has become the first clinic in the UK and Ireland to offer the Capilo scalp and hair care range, a dermatologically certified treatment developed by Spanish brand Eva Professional and exclusively distributed by Antrim-based Savvy & Shine Professional Haircare. The introduction of Capilo marks a significant step in

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The Sound Of Music In Health And Social Care

A ‘Musician in Residence’ has been bringing joy to patients and service users across the Southern Health and Social Care Trust.  Anne Harper is accomplished in a range of instruments including the clarinet, saxophone and harp and is also a trained storyteller. She has been recruited through Arts Care to deliver musical projects across wards,

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ACTION CANCER: Have A Blast At The Breast Foot Forward Walk | Early Registration Is Now Open.

5th March 2025 Have a Blast at the Breast Foot Forward Walk. Every year Action Cancer helps to save and support 20,000 people across Northern Ireland through the delivery of its services including the provision of 8,000 breast screening appointments at Action Cancer House and on board the Big Bus. On Friday 6th June, a sea of

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Belfast City Council Launches Consultation On Entrepreneurial Support For Newcomer Communities

The Mind Tribe UK have been appointed by Belfast City Council to lead a new research and consultation project aimed at identifying the barriers faced by individuals from Newcomer Communities in accessing entrepreneurial support. The project will involve 8 consultation events, a mix of virtual and face-to-face sessions, along with a digital survey engaging individuals

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Arts Care Launches Skylarks Programme to Bring Joy and Creativity to Older Adults Across Northern Ireland

Arts Care, Northern Ireland’s leading arts in health charity, is delighted to announce the launch of Skylarks, a vibrant new creative programme designed to bring joy, connection, and creative engagement to older adults, including those living with dementia, in residential and day care settings across Northern Ireland. Supported by £8,500 from the Arts Council of

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Connswater Creatives & Community Organisations Condemn Sudden Shopping Centre Closure

Statement from the Connswater Creatives & Community Organisations The abrupt decision to close Connswater Shopping Centre with just two weeks’ notice has left multiple community, arts, and charitable organisations facing immediate displacement and severe operational and financial challenges.  The closure, set for Friday 21 March 2025, was announced without prior consultation or consideration for the

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Create Gifts Launches New Website Offering Personalised Gifts with a Social Impact

Larne social enterprise Access Employment Limited (AEL) has announced the launch of their new website creategifts.co.uk to expand their range of personalised and customised gifts. Since its establishment two years ago, Create Gifts has focused on supplying bulk merchandise, corporate gifts, and awards to businesses.  The launch of its personalised gifts range marks a significant

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Celebrating Social Work Month: ‘Thank You’ Campaign Recognises The Value Of Social Workers To The NI Community

The Northern Ireland Social Care Council (the Social Care Council) are launching a digital and PR campaign to say thank you to Northern Ireland’s over 6,700 social workers, whilst recognising the important role they play for the communities they serve. The campaign runs throughout March and coincides with World Social Work Day later in the month, which

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NI Digital Employment Platform Goes Live For Ethnic Minorities

A new digital platform designed to empower and support ethnic minority professionals in their employment journey has launched in Northern Ireland. The launch event took place at MCS Group offices in Belfast and attendees included representatives from Queen’s University, Belfast City Council, Ulster University and Work West Enterprise Agency.   The Minorities Business Network NI (MBNNI)

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Celebrating Belfast’s Literary Power At 4 Corners Festival

The power of a city’s words from the streets of home Belfast’s literary power, legacy and eloquence will be celebrated by the 4 Corners Festival at an event showcasing how all corners of the city fights well above its population’s weight in the arts in general and literature in particular. On The Literary Streets Of

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New Enterprise Events To Help Local Communities in Lisburn and Castlereagh Turn Business Ideas Into Reality

Lisburn & Castlereagh City Council has launched the Go Succeed in the Community programme of events starting on Friday January 31.   This free community enterprise outreach programme is aimed at supporting and encouraging individuals to start or grow a business through a series of roadshows, networking events and coffee mornings. Alderman Grehan, Chair Regeneration &

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Six Thought-Provoking Talks at the 4 Corners Festival

The 4 Corners Festival is returning in 2025 for its 13th year, with a packed lineup of inspiring and thought-provoking talks, discussions, and workshops that promise to engage and challenge attendees. With the theme Home? as its focus, the festival runs from 31 January to 9 February across Belfast, offering a diverse programme designed to

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7 Music Acts Appearing at the Upcoming 4 Corners Festival

The 4 Corners Festival is back for its 13th year, bringing an eclectic programme of events to Belfast from 31 January to 9 February 2025.  With this year’s theme of Home?, the festival promises to inspire thought, connection, and community through a diverse range of art, music, discussion, and faith-based events. Among the highlights of

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Local Charity Explores Parallels Between M.E. And Long Covid With Leading Experts At Newry Event

Hope 4 ME & Fibro Northern Ireland recently hosted an evening that highlighted the devastating effects of post-viral illness, through an exploration of the striking similarities between Myalgic Encephalomyelitis (M.E.) and one group of Long Covid patients diagnosed with Covid-induced M.E.. The event provided information centred around M.E., including a screening of an episode of

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Arts Care’s Christmas Show Brings Joy and Creativity to Knockbracken Healthcare Park

Arts in health charity Arts Care recently hosted its much-anticipated Christmas show at Knockbracken Healthcare Park, welcoming over 100 attendees, including service users and staff from day centres across the Belfast Trust.  The event marked a joyful return of the annual celebration after a four-year hiatus, with the pandemic putting the tradition on pause since

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4 Corners Festival Bringing Young People Together Through Sports 

The 2025 4 Corners Festival is set to bring young people from local communities across Belfast together through the medium of sport. Now in its 13th year, the 4 Corners Festival was conceived as a way to inspire people from across the city to transform it for the peace and wellbeing of all. The festival,

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New Report Reveals Majority of NI Electrical Workers Suffer Electric Shocks

An alarming 80% of electrical workers in Northern Ireland have experienced electric shocks on the job, with nearly three-quarters of incidents going unreported, according to a groundbreaking report by the Electrical Training Trust (ETT).  The findings, unveiled at the organisation’s annual ‘Stay Connected’ event for the NI electrical industry at Galgorm Resort & Spa, shed

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4 Corners Festival Set To Return In 2025 With New Theme ‘HOME?’

The annual 4 Corners Festival is back for another packed lineup of events next year. The organising committee has announced its dates for 2025 and a new thought provoking theme HOME? The festival, which will feature a range of art, music, discussion, sport and faith-inspired events, runs from January 31 to February 9, 2025 in

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Derry/Londonderry Financial Expert To Speak At Entrepreneurs Unleashed Conference

Mark Johnston, a commercial finance expert from Derry/Londonderry, has been confirmed as a speaker at this month’s Entrepreneurs Unleashed conference. The event, taking place at the Cathy Short Theatre in North Belfast on November 28, is designed to inspire and empower entrepreneurs with the practical knowledge and insights needed to elevate their businesses. Run by

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