No prosecutions of bandsmen who wore Parachute Regiment emblems for Soldier F support

UVF victim accuses Edwin Poots of leading DUP 'back to the 1970s'

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Subscribe              Jun 9, 2021           Good morning Welcome to your daily update from the team at the News Letter In the news today: * No prosecutions of bandsmen who wore Parachute Regiment emblems for Soldier F support. Three members of a loyalist marching band will not be prosecuted over alleged "provocative conduct" after wearing Parachute Regiment emblems during a parade in Londonderry. * Incoming Economy Minister Paul Frew critical of NI Executive's Covid restrictions. DUP MLA and incoming Economy Minister, Paul Frew, has described the regulations businesses were forced to adhere to throughout the Covid-19 pandemic as "confusing". * Out with the old guard: Edwin Poots sacks Arlene Foster's other ministers. Twelve days after being confirmed as DUP leader, Edwin Poots has finally moved to demonstrate his authority by sacking every one of Arlene Foster's ministers – except himself. Right now it is only £1 for three months subscription to the News Letter. Digital+ subscribers get unrestricted access to our website and our newspaper tablet and mobile app. One of the biggest quality news sites in Northern Ireland and 70% fewer online ads -  all for £1 for three months. Take advantage of this special trial price. Use the code ONEPOUNDTRIAL at checkout today to become a digital subscriber to the News Letter. Michael Cousins Deputy digital editor           LIVE UPDATES: Coronavirus NI - Incoming Economy Minister Paul Frew critical of NI Executive's Covid restrictions           DUP MLA and incoming Economy Minister, Paul Frew, has described the regulations businesses were forced to adhere to throughout the Covid-19 pandemic as "confusing".                 Be in with a chance to win £50 of High Street shopping vouchers with our My Local Landmark competition.            No prosecutions of bandsmen who wore Parachute Regiment emblems for Soldier F support   Three members of a loyalist marching band will not be prosecuted over alleged "provocative conduct" after wearing Parachute Regiment emblems during a parade in Londonderry.           UVF victim accuses Edwin Poots of leading DUP 'back to the 1970s'   A veteran victims campaigner has accused new DUP leader Edwin Poots of leading his party "back to the 1970s".           Sacked DUP ministers accuse Edwin Poots of failing to reach out   Edwin Poots has faced criticism from sacked DUP ministers as he announced a new-look Stormont team that included Paul Givan as First Minister designate.           Kilkeel Primary School class to self-isolate after Covid-19 case confirmed   Kilkeel Primary School has told parents it has had a suspected case of Covid-19.           Planning Permission given for £42m world class Fire Service training centre   Planning Permission has been given for a £42m world class training centre for the NI Fire & Rescue Service (NIFRS) outside Cookstown, which will include a wide range of different rescue scenarios.               THROUGH THE ARCHIVES: Ulster people named on King's Birthday Honours   From the News Letter, June 9, 1938       Would you have space in your heart and home for one of these dogs?   This week sees our regular feature, in association with Dogs Trust, Ballymena, highlight two of the adorable dogs currently in its care who are looking for their 'forever homes'.                             Jonathan Rea fired up for return to happy hunting ground at Misano           World Superbike Championship leader Jonathan Rea is looking forward to the return of the Misano round in Italy this weekend after the race was cancelled in 2020 due to the Covid-19 pandemic.                   Canada's Mike Argyrides signs for Larne as familiar face and second keeper deal   Larne have moved quickly to confirm a second summer signing at Inver Park - and second goalkeeper within 24 hours.       Oran Kearney key to Rodney Brown's return   Rodney Brown says the chance to work under Oran Kearney again was a key reason for his return to Coleraine.       Retro Rewind: John McGuinness wins maiden Isle of Man TT in 1999 Lightweight race   John McGuinness set the ball rolling on his incredible Isle of Man TT career with his maiden triumph in the 1999 Lightweight race.                   View more news

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