What’s on the front page of The Irish News?
The front page of The Irish News this morning – 27/11/2024 – reports the new maternity hospital in Belfast, initially meant to celebrate the ninth birthday of the first babies born there, remains unopened due to ongoing delays. Spiralling costs, the discovery of bacteria in the water system, and issues with gas pipework have plagued the project. A nearby planned children’s hospital also faces delays, with an expected completion by the end of the decade for £600 million.
SDLP MP Colum Eastwood confirms his intention to vote in favour of assisted dying legislation at Westminster, despite acknowledging the discomfort this may cause within his party. The vote follows extensive discussions and controversy over end-of-life care.
Communities Minister Gordon Lyons faces calls to provide more transparency about his recent meeting with the US National Security Advisor, during which a £40,000 flight cost was incurred.
80s rock legend’s ashes to be permanently kept at his favourite London strip club
A portion of Motörhead rockstar Lemmy’s ashes will find their final home in his favourite London strip club, the band’s manager has said. Lemmy died
