Naomi Long
Tim McGarry: ‘It’s not until you’re hanging out the window of a burning building that you really appreciate the work of the fire service’
As Northern Ireland’s favourite dysfunctional family prepare to get back on the road with a brand-new live show, Jenny Lee chats to comedian Tim McGarry about the enduring popularity of Give My Head Peace, the power of laughter and his teenage memories of his family home being a target of a sectarian attack
Increased delays in domestic abuse prosecutions ‘concerning’ for victims
The figures show that 55% of all domestic abuse cases which were prosecuted in 2023/24 ended in a conviction
Funds from seized assets aim to help young people through sport
The ‘Stay Onside’ community engagement programme has received more than £58,000 over three years from the Assets Recovery Community Scheme
Majority of stalking cases before courts dealt with within a year
New offences for stalking were brought in under legislation introduced in 2022
PSNI chief reveals ‘clear plan’ to publish photos of offenders as a deterrent
Unlike other parts of the UK, the PSNI does not issue mugshots of serious offenders after sentencing.
PSNI: Three new assistant chief constables appointed to leadership team
Davy Beck, Ryan Henderson and Melanie Jones have all previously served as temporary ACCs in the force.
Justice minister seeks public views on decriminalisation of rough sleeping and begging
According to current laws, those found sleeping rough and begging on the streets can be prosecuted through the courts
Naomi Long shares PSNI chief constable’s ambition to increase officer numbers
Chief Constable Jon Boutcher has described current officer numbers as ‘dangerously low’.
Study finds over 70% of men who suffered intimate partner violence considered suicide
The research from Queen’s University also found social stigmas often prevented men coming forward about their abuse
Bobby Singleton appointed Deputy Chief Constable of PSNI
Mr Singleton replaces Mark Hamilton, who announced his retirement earlier this year.