Chief constable’s apology over Crossmaglen Twitter image

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8 Jan, 2020 Chief constable's apology over Crossmaglen Twitter image Simon Byrne has apologised for any offence caused by a photograph he posted online following a Christmas Day visit to officers in south Armagh. Latest News Stormont talks: Orange Order seems to soften stance on Irish language act One of the Orange Order's most senior figures has appeared to open the door to it accepting a compromise on an Irish language act. Steve Aiken: RIC reversal shows there are many people in the Republic who still hold a deep animosity against 'the Brits' The decision of the Irish government to defer its commemoration of the Royal Irish Constabulary and Dublin Metropolitan Police is disappointing, but not surprising given the tone of the debate and the language used by some of the leaders and elected representatives of political parties in the Republic of Ireland. Health crisis: More strikes could push NHS 'beyond tipping point' Further strike action could push the crisis-hit Northern Ireland health service "beyond the tipping point", health chiefs have warned. Trevor Ringland: In this new decade we should make our shared home of Northern Ireland is successful socially and economically My favourite Christmas present this year was a dozen golf balls from my children that had the face of my younger brother printed on them. Sport Update Watch: Relive Queen's University's shock Irish Cup win in this behind the scenes video Queen's 2-1 win over Linfield in the fifth round of the Sadler's Peaky Blinder Irish Cup was one of the biggest shocks in the competitions history. Potential friendly clashes with Linfield, Glenavon on the cards for Derry City DERRY CITY boss, Declan Devine is finalising the club's pre-season plans but admitted a high profile friendly fixture against Irish League clubs, Linfield or Glenavon could potentially be on the agenda. Shaun Anderson will build season around Isle of Man TT after signing new deal with NW Racing for 2020 Banbridge man Shaun Anderson will build his season around the Isle of Man TT after signing to ride for Noel Williamson Racing for a second year. And finally... Jonny McCambridge: The optical illusion becomes a spectacle There was a distant, happy time when I could get through a night's sleep without having to get up to go to the bathroom. But reaching middle age means accepting that your body is not quite as resilient a machine as it once was. The changes are unwelcome but undeniable. See all the day's news here

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