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Coronavirus: Stormont’s new lockdown based on ‘shocking and flimsy’ evidence, documents reveal

Evidence from papers that helped shape Northern Ireland’s coronavirus regulations have revealed the Executive knew the closure of certain sections of industry, such as beauty salons, may have little impact on the transmission rates.

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A year of turmoil: How Northern Ireland ministers have fared in midst of coronavirus pandemic

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Medical chief dismisses claim by DUP's Poots virus levels higher in nationalist areas

Strain on Altnagelvin Hospital's ability to cope likely to worsen as medic says it's like war zone

Coronavirus: Three deaths and 913 new cases as health chief reassures public over flu vaccine supplies

Give us a fighting chance: Belfast bar owner urges Stormont to reconsider off-sales ban

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Nora Quoirin: Rescuers had searched area where teen was finally found, inquest told

Multiple specialised units from the Malaysian Fire and Rescue Department were deployed to assist in the search for Irish-French teenager Nora Quoirin last year, the inquest into her death has been told.

Revealed: Plan to rescue economy and halt Covid

Derry couple spread festive cheer with Christmas lights....in October

Migrants discovered in French lorry check days before fatal run, court told

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NI Secretary Lewis 'dangerously deluded' over plans to close Troubles murder cases, says victims group

Co Down teen Josh Fletcher's tragic crash death shows the fragility of life, says minister

Woman rescued from devastating Dungannon house fire

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Terror threats forced 12 PSNI officers to move homes at a cost of £85k

Paedophile couple who sexually abused toddler have sentences increased

'Very clear risk of no deal' with 50 working days left until end of Brexit transition

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Family of IRA victim Paul Quinn hoping for justice 13 years after his murder

Care home workers exhausted and fear second wave, committee hears

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Sinn Fein using border to get 'greedy hands' on £2m donation: UUP's Doug Beattie

Co Tyrone student's video of bus driver 'texting while driving' sparks probe

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Pals saved my life: Footballer Brendan Dorrian tells how team-mates pitchside CPR brought him back

Brendan Dorrian says it is the simple things, those precious tender moments he shares with his loved ones, which mean the most to him now.

We know people are excited that we are back, says Avoca's Maoliosa Connell

Brexit: EU officials to check goods from Britain to Northern Ireland, says DUP's Sammy Wilson

Coronavirus restrictions give grocery sales a boost

Furniture store HouseProud to create 10 new jobs in Belfast opening

£450m property scheme providing thousands of Derry homes announced

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John Simpson Opinion Time is now for action on infrastructure

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Malachi O'Doherty

Malachi O'Doherty Better messaging, not larger fines, is the way to win the Covid war

Public information films are proven to help alter behaviour

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Covid chaos shows we need a long-term plan for hospitality industry

John Mulgrew

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Swedes put a brave face on the coronavirus crisis

Mary Kenny

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Poots and Ni Chuilin solo runs suggest Executive not working as a team

Ralph Hewitt

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And here I was thinking there was light at the end of the Covid tunnel... new lockdown a bitter pill to swallow

Ivan Little

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DUP man dating Poots' daughter claims his 'tea' can help in Covid battle without scientific evidence

He is seeking funding for his £10-a-pot 'remedy' despite having no medical training or scientific evidence for his claims

Jamie Bryson says officers 'appeared confused' as police called to Donaghadee clubhouse after reports of Covid rules 'breach' for Celtic v Rangers game

Lockdown drinking at Belfast airports could take off as exemption means pubs at terminals can serve booze

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I'm no paramilitary big fish, suspect rages as boat seized in UDA probe

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DUP's Edwin Poots stands by his opposition to Covid lockdown: 'I'll keep fighting for businesses and jobs'

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Ulster pair return to training in injury boost ahead of prolonged international window

Ulster welcomed Luke Marshall and Billy Burns back to training on Tuesday as the province prepare for their return to PRO14 action this weekend.

Slovakia appoint new manager ahead of Euro 2020 play-off tie against Northern Ireland at Windsor Park

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Irish League clubs have led the way on fan safety but financial support is needed before the New Year: Glenavon chief Adrian Teer

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Superbike champion Jonathan Rea delighted to make the most of family time with muted celebrations

Ireland stars wary of the weight of 'duty' as Johnny Sexton declares himself fit for Six Nations return

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Julian Taylor Opinion Rangers are in control under Steven Gerrard but Neil Lennon must now ask serious questions of confused Celtic

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Ex-NI stars enjoy big day just before rules are tightened

From Emilia Clarke’s anxiety over nude scenes to Jason Momoa’s modesty sock: new book details what really went on behind the scenes on Game of Thrones

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'We had such a good time filming Pixie in Belfast': Star Ben Hardy on working with Alec Baldwin and nailing an Irish accent

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exclusive Stephen Nolan: 'It's part of my job to challenge people who refuse to wear a mask'

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Coronavirus: Stormont’s new lockdown based on ‘shocking and flimsy’ evidence, documents reveal

A year of turmoil: How Northern Ireland ministers have fared in midst of coronavirus pandemic

Medical chief dismisses claim by DUP's Poots virus levels higher in nationalist areas

Strain on Altnagelvin Hospital's ability to cope likely to worsen as medic says it's like war zone

Coronavirus: Three deaths and 913 new cases as health chief reassures public over flu vaccine supplies

Give us a fighting chance: Belfast bar owner urges Stormont to reconsider off-sales ban

Nora Quoirin: Rescuers had searched area where teen was finally found, inquest told

Revealed: Plan to rescue economy and halt Covid

Derry couple spread festive cheer with Christmas lights....in October

Migrants discovered in French lorry check days before fatal run, court told

NI Secretary Lewis 'dangerously deluded' over plans to close Troubles murder cases, says victims group

Co Down teen Josh Fletcher's tragic crash death shows the fragility of life, says minister

Woman rescued from devastating Dungannon house fire

Terror threats forced 12 PSNI officers to move homes at a cost of £85k

Paedophile couple who sexually abused toddler have sentences increased

'Very clear risk of no deal' with 50 working days left until end of Brexit transition

Family of IRA victim Paul Quinn hoping for justice 13 years after his murder

Care home workers exhausted and fear second wave, committee hears

Sinn Fein using border to get 'greedy hands' on £2m donation: UUP's Doug Beattie

Co Tyrone student's video of bus driver 'texting while driving' sparks probe

Pals saved my life: Footballer Brendan Dorrian tells how team-mates pitchside CPR brought him back

We know people are excited that we are back, says Avoca's Maoliosa Connell

Brexit: EU officials to check goods from Britain to Northern Ireland, says DUP's Sammy Wilson

Coronavirus restrictions give grocery sales a boost

Furniture store HouseProud to create 10 new jobs in Belfast opening

£450m property scheme providing thousands of Derry homes announced

John Simpson Opinion Time is now for action on infrastructure

Malachi O'Doherty Better messaging, not larger fines, is the way to win the Covid war

Covid chaos shows we need a long-term plan for hospitality industry

Swedes put a brave face on the coronavirus crisis

Poots and Ni Chuilin solo runs suggest Executive not working as a team

And here I was thinking there was light at the end of the Covid tunnel... new lockdown a bitter pill to swallow

DUP man dating Poots' daughter claims his 'tea' can help in Covid battle without scientific evidence

Jamie Bryson says officers 'appeared confused' as police called to Donaghadee clubhouse after reports of Covid rules 'breach' for Celtic v Rangers game

Lockdown drinking at Belfast airports could take off as exemption means pubs at terminals can serve booze

I'm no paramilitary big fish, suspect rages as boat seized in UDA probe

DUP's Edwin Poots stands by his opposition to Covid lockdown: 'I'll keep fighting for businesses and jobs'

Ulster pair return to training in injury boost ahead of prolonged international window

Slovakia appoint new manager ahead of Euro 2020 play-off tie against Northern Ireland at Windsor Park

Irish League clubs have led the way on fan safety but financial support is needed before the New Year: Glenavon chief Adrian Teer

Superbike champion Jonathan Rea delighted to make the most of family time with muted celebrations

Ireland stars wary of the weight of 'duty' as Johnny Sexton declares himself fit for Six Nations return

Julian Taylor Opinion Rangers are in control under Steven Gerrard but Neil Lennon must now ask serious questions of confused Celtic

Ex-NI stars enjoy big day just before rules are tightened

From Emilia Clarke’s anxiety over nude scenes to Jason Momoa’s modesty sock: new book details what really went on behind the scenes on Game of Thrones

'We had such a good time filming Pixie in Belfast': Star Ben Hardy on working with Alec Baldwin and nailing an Irish accent

exclusive Stephen Nolan: 'It's part of my job to challenge people who refuse to wear a mask'

Give us a fighting chance: Belfast bar owner urges Stormont to reconsider off-sales ban

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Prime Minister announces Greater Manchester will move into Tier 3 of coronavirus restrictions

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