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PSNI Beyond the Badge podcast with Adam, Jade, Nigel and Lata Sharma

October 7, 2026 The Belfast Desk

PSNI launches first podcast series ‘Beyond the Badge’

The PSNI has launched its first podcast series, “Beyond the Badge”, featuring officers and staff discussing their experiences of policing in Northern Ireland.

Police Ombudsman investigation into allegations concerning a former PSNI officer

October 7, 2026 The Belfast Desk

Former PSNI officer investigated over 29 alleged offences as inquiry widens

A former PSNI officer is now being investigated over 29 alleged offences after being re-arrested over a further 15 suspected offences.

Northern Ireland reservoir surrounded by the Mourne Mountains, illustrating NI Water infrastructure and investment challenges

October 7, 2026 The Belfast Desk

NI Water warns wastewater constraints are holding back housing and growth

NI Water has warned that wastewater capacity constraints are restricting housing and economic development as it prepares investment proposals worth around £3 billion.

Roddensvale School new build announcement with Education Minister Paul Givan and school representatives

October 7, 2026 The Belfast Desk

Roddensvale School new build moves forward for up to 275 pupils

Plans for a new Roddensvale School building in Larne are progressing to the pre-tender stage, with accommodation planned for up to 275 pupils.

Health Minister Robbie Butler with Mike Farrar and Professor Rafael Bengoa at NICON26 in Belfast

October 7, 2026 The Belfast Desk

Health Minister sets out reform vision as 36,800 more patients receive care

Health Minister Robbie Butler has highlighted new figures showing more than 36,800 additional patients received treatment, assessment or diagnostics in the first quarter of 2026/27.

Newtownhamilton arson attacks – Police Service of Northern Ireland badge

October 7, 2026 The Belfast Desk

Two arson attacks in Newtownhamilton may be linked, police say

Police are investigating two suspected linked arson attacks in Newtownhamilton after a house and tractor were deliberately set alight.

Northern Ireland health innovation partnership representatives at the launch of the Academic, Health and Economic Partnership

October 7, 2026 The Belfast Desk

New Northern Ireland partnership launched to drive health innovation and economic growth

A new partnership bringing together health, academia, industry and government has been launched to drive health innovation and economic growth in Northern Ireland.

George McKinney of Invest NI and Brian Graham of Leyton UK and Ireland at the company's new Belfast hub

October 6, 2026 The Belfast Desk

International consultancy chooses Belfast for new hub creating 12 jobs

International consultancy Leyton UK has selected Belfast for a new professional-services hub which will create 12 jobs over the next two years.

NI Water volunteers at Black Mountain during a National Trust conservation project

October 6, 2026 The Belfast Desk

NI Water volunteers help restore Belfast’s Black Mountain

NI Water volunteers have joined the National Trust at Robin’s Well on Belfast’s Black Mountain to remove invasive plants, plant hedging and clear litter.