Conor Macauley

Northern Correspondent

Watchdog to investigate sewage discharge in Belfast Lough

The UK's top environmental watchdog is to investigate whether bodies regulating the discharge of raw sewage into Belfast Lough are acting within the law.

Ulster • 25 Nov

A large portrait of a man wearing ceremonial mayor robes can be seen on a white wall.

Former SF employee not prosecuted over damage to portrait

A former Sinn Féin employee will not be prosecuted over damage to a portrait of a former unionist mayor of Belfast.

Ulster • 24 Nov

A general view before the UEFA Conference League Play-off Round second leg match between Linfield and Shelbourne at the Clearer Twist National Football Stadium at Windsor Park in Belfast

Linfield FC cancels sponsorship deal with sex offender

One of Northern Ireland's biggest football clubs has cancelled a sponsorship deal with a convicted sex offender after a backlash from fans.

Ulster • 22 Nov

Dr Trevor Gribben speaking in front of media

Presbyterian Church to hold meeting following resignation

The Presbyterian Church in Ireland is to hold a special meeting of its ruling body following the resignation of its leader earlier this week.

Ireland • 16 Nov

Assembly Buildings Belfast, HQ of Presbyterian Church

Presbyterian Church under real pressure over safeguarding

Latest census figures show around 22,000 Presbyterians in the Irish Republic predominately in the border counties and Dublin. The numbers in Northern Ireland stand at 316,000. It is a faith with significant reach, though obviously not all are churchgoers.

Analysis and Comment • 16 Nov

The PSNI said it wanted to ensure mechanisms are in place to support any victim who wishes to make disclosures

PSNI in talks with Presbyterian Church over safeguarding

The PSNI says it is actively engaged in discussions with the Presbyterian Church in Ireland to ensure any victim who wishes to make a disclosure about abuse can do so.

Ulster • 13 Nov

Composite image of Jeffrey Donaldson and Eleanor Donaldson

'Genuine medical issues' delaying Donaldson trial

A judge has said there are "genuine medical issues" that need to be resolved before the trial of former DUP leader Jeffrey Donaldson and his wife on sex charges can proceed.

Ulster • 13 Nov

Moderator of Presbyterian Church in Ireland to step down

The Moderator of the Presbyterian Church in Ireland is to step down after an internal report uncovered serious safeguarding issues in the church.

Ireland • 12 Nov

Govt responding to requests from Omagh inquiry

The Irish Government has begun responding to "comprehensive" requests for information by a UK public inquiry investigating whether the 1998 Omagh bombing could have been prevented.

Ulster • 12 Nov

Sex offender carried on offending while on bail - report

A prolific sex offender arrested by police was able to carry on offending while on bail, leading to the death of a 12-year-old American girl, according to a report from Northern Ireland's Office of the Police Ombudsman.

Ireland • 10 Nov