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NI financial advisory firm continues to invest in its people as it makes series of promotions. Leading financial advisory firm HNH has announced four senior promotions within its Belfast office, reinforcing the company’s continued commitment to growth and client service […]
HNH Strengthens Team With Four Key Promotions Read Post »
A partner in Lewis Silkin’s Belfast office has been announced as the new chair of diversity, equity and inclusion for the firm covering Great Britain, Northern Ireland, Ireland and Hong Kong. Paul Gillen is a partner in the Employment team
Belfast Lawyer Appointed Global DEI Chair Of Lewis Silkin Read Post »
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
Translink Announces Easter timetables Read Post »
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
Translink to Operate Early Train Services for Moy Park Belfast City Marathon Read Post »
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
Ciaran Kelly to create ten jobs as he’s honoured at Las Vegas event Ciaran Kelly, founder of Pizza Crew, has realised a dream he’s been chasing for a decade as he was inducted as a member of the World Pizza
BELFAST MAN JOINS WORLD PIZZA CHAMPIONS Read Post »
Doors – 6.45pm / Tickets – £23.50+bf Starts 7.30pm With a voice that “could melt icebergs at 50 paces” (VOX), Briana Corrigan of The Beautiful South has returned to the stage after a 10-year hiatus with 2 hugely successful and largely sold-out tours throughout the UK and
Global female trailblazers in technology, innovation, and investment are set to take to the stage next month for the third annual TechFoundHer Summit. The event will take place on May 14 at the Mansion House in Dublin with a series
Global Women Tech Leaders To Take To Stage At TechFoundHer 2025 Summit Read Post »
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,
‘Scale Up Your Street’ competition will see Jet2holidays help up to ten agency partners open a new retail shop, with support including a potential six-figure financial contribution in total 28th March 2025: Jet2holidays has announced details of a brand-new campaign called ‘Scale Up Your Street’, which will
Jet2holidays to help independent travel agents open a retail shop in latest campaign! Read Post »
Dublin, March 16, 2025 – Team Ireland has returned to a hero’s welcome at Aer Lingus Terminal 2, Dublin Airport, after an incredible campaign at the Special Olympics World Winter Games in Turin. Crowds gathered at the Terminal 2 arrivals hall
Team Ireland Returns Home After Triumphant Special Olympics World Winter Games Read Post »
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
BELFAST CITY AIRPORT FLIES HIGH AS UK’S MOST PUNCTUAL AIRPORT 2024 Read Post »
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
LACE UP FOR A GREAT CAUSE – AIR AMBULANCE NI’S BELFAST CITY AIRPORT RUNWAY RUN IS BACK Read Post »
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
Mid Ulster Clinic First in UK and Ireland to Launch Specialist Scalp Care Treatments Read Post »
JUST A CLICK AWAY FROM A GREAT NIGHT OUT! The Millennium Forum has just launched a brand new website that will enable a more user-friendly experience for its customers, in particular, those with accessibility needs. Funded by Derry City &
Millennium Forum Launches New Accessible Website Read Post »
The directors of the McKeever Hotel Group today confirmed that they have acquired the Armagh City Hotel from its former owners, Kieran McAnallan, Felix Mooney, Brian McCormack, and Ernie Fisher, for an undisclosed sum. The popular city centre hotel, which
McKeever Hotel Group Acquires Armagh City Hotel Read Post »
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
The Sound Of Music In Health And Social Care Read Post »
A former Citibank N.A. United Kingdom employee has settled her sex and disability discrimination cases against the company for £215,000. The cases were supported by the Equality Commission for Northern Ireland. Maeve Bradley worked for Citibank in Belfast as an Assistant
Former Citibank Employee Settles Sex Discrimination Case For £215,000 Read Post »
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
Upstream assumes full local ownership and wins backing from Pollen Street Capital to help power local businesses. Belfast-headquartered asset-based lending (ABL) specialist, Upstream, has successfully completed a management buyout (MBO) of the business, bringing it back into full local ownership.
Upstream Secures £150m Funding For Local Businesses After Successful MBO Read Post »
EventWise NI is thrilled to unveil its Reflect and Empower Women’s Retreat, an exclusive opportunity for women seeking inspiration, relaxation and personal growth. Taking place from 16–18 May 2025 at the stunning Downhill Beach House, Castlerock, this retreat offers a blend
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
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,
Connswater Creatives & Community Organisations Condemn Sudden Shopping Centre Closure Read Post »
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
Create Gifts Launches New Website Offering Personalised Gifts with a Social Impact Read Post »
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.
By Jonathan Traynor When an author’s work is labelled as existential and surreal the casual reader may look away and head for the latest bestseller or cookbook. When it comes to writers such as Christopher Owens that would be a
By Jonathan Traynor Belfast writer has launched his latest work, Soineanta Maskirovka in a book that both intrigues and entertains. Evolving out of a hidden desire to create, Christopher Owens’ work exists between conscience and the sub conscience. “After all,
Belfast Author Launches Daring New Book Soineanta Maskirovka Read Post »
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
Celebrating Belfast’s Literary Power At 4 Corners Festival Read Post »
The annual 4 Corners Festival is back for another packed lineup of events this year. 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 venues
Weaving Connections at the 4 Corners Festival Read Post »
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
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
Six Thought-Provoking Talks at the 4 Corners Festival Read Post »
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
7 Music Acts Appearing at the Upcoming 4 Corners Festival Read Post »
Authentic flavour-packed menu prepared by passionate chefs A new restaurant has opened in Derry/Londonderry following the expansion of a well-known local takeaway. Moksh, which has created 8 new jobs in the city, has launched its new restaurant on the city’s
8 New Jobs Created At Derry/Londonderry’s Moksh Indian Restaurant Read Post »
