News Archive September 2010
- Ford pays tribute to retiring PPS Director
Justice Minister David Ford has paid tribute to Sir Alasdair Fraser, who retired today as Director of Public Prosecutions for Northern Ireland.
Wednesday, 29 September 2010
- Enjoy fireworks legally and safely this Halloween – Ford
Justice Minister David Ford has reminded those who wish to buy or use fireworks that they need a fireworks licence.
Wednesday, 29 September 2010
- Ford meets with Ahern and MacAskill
Justice Minister David Ford today attended the first trilateral meeting with Dermot Ahern and Kenny MacAskill.
Monday, 27 September 2010
- Ford pays tribute to fallen police officers
Justice Minister David Ford has today attended the National Police Memorial Service at the Waterfront Hall.
Sunday, 26 September 2010
- Legal Aid review much wider than budgets - Ford
Justice Minister David Ford has said that the current debate on Legal Aid should not just focus on budgets.
Friday, 24 September 2010
- Ford reaffirms commitment to reforming justice system
Justice Minister David Ford has reaffirmed his commitment to provide a ‘justice system for all’ through the opportunities presented by devolution.
Thursday, 23 September 2010
- Northern Ireland must open its eyes to human trafficking – Ford
Justice Minister David Ford has said the support and vigilance of the public is vital in tackling human trafficking.
Tuesday, 21 September 2010
- Minister praises work of Family Group Conference
Justice Minister David Ford has praised the work of the Family Group Conference Forum in Northern Ireland.
Tuesday, 21 September 2010
- Ford announces review of cases involving sex offenders
Justice Minister, David Ford, has asked the Chief Inspector of Criminal Justice for Northern Ireland, Dr Michael Maguire, to examine how cases involving sex offenders are dealt with here
Monday, 20 September 2010
- Ford addresses Human Rights conference
Justice Minister David Ford has vowed to reshape the justice system to fit the needs of the people of Northern Ireland.
Thursday, 16 September 2010
- Ford sets out vision for policing
Justice Minister David Ford has set out his vision for the future of policing in Northern Ireland.
Wednesday, 15 September 2010
- Ford welcomes funding announcement for games
Justice Minister David Ford has joined with representatives from the Police, Fire and Prison Services at Newforge Country Club for the official announcement of Government funding for World Police and Fire Games (WPFG) in 2013
Wednesday, 15 September 2010
- Prison Service Chief welcomes finding that there was no collusion in murder of Billy Wright
Speaking for the Northern Ireland Prison Service, the Director General, Robin Masefield, today commented on the report of the Billy Wright Inquiry Panel.
Tuesday, 14 September 2010
- Justice Minister attends opening of Omagh Police Station
Justice Minister David Ford was in Omagh today for the official opening of the town’s new £15.5m police station.
Tuesday, 14 September 2010
- Ford announces access to justice review
Justice Minister David Ford has today underlined his commitment to build a justice system to meet the needs of everyone.
Monday, 13 September 2010
- Justice Minister David Ford meets Home Secretary and Justice Secretary
Justice Minister David Ford is in London today to meet Home Secretary Theresa May and Justice Secretary Ken Clarke.
Wednesday, 8 September 2010
- Ford welcomes recovery of potential victims of human trafficking
Justice Minister David Ford has welcomed the recovery of 15 potential victims of human trafficking and the arrest of three suspected traffickers across the UK.
Friday, 3 September 2010
