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Covid-19: NI cinemas in 'serious, serious trouble', operators warn By Chris Andrews image copyrightGetty Images Cinemas in Northern Ireland face an uncertain future because of the Covid-19 pandemic, some of the leading operators have warned. Alongside restrictions and forced closures, many major film releases scheduled for 2021 have been delayed. Paul Anderson, chief executive of NI's largest chain Omniplex Cinemas, said revenue was down 92% between April and December 2020 compared with the previous year. However, the businessman said he was certain his business and the sector would survive. ...

The Arts Council had previously warned there was £16m less in the emergency fund than is needed.

Published: 4:01 PM January 22, 2021    Updated: 4:32 PM January 22, 2021 The Renewal Programme chief executive Peter Laing, third from left, with Chat Newham support line volunteers. - Credit: Archant A volunteer-run freephone line is providing hope, comfort and advice for the Newham community during lockdown.  Manor Park charity The Renewal Programme launched its Chat Newham service to help people affected by Covid-19, especially those who are at high risk or are isolating, with practical and emotional support.  Funded by the council, the line is led by volunteers and aims to keep peop...

Stories inspired by Belfast's homeless to be told in outdoor theatre shows "There are many ways a person could become homeless, so we decided to bring just some of their stories together, so our fictional tales are built on reality, the situations are true" L-R Colm G Dornan, Anna Lecky and Adele Gribbon (Image: Photography by Simon) Never miss a thing from Belfast and beyond - sign up for FREE newsletter direct to your inboxInvalid EmailSomething went wrong, please try again later. Subscribe When you subscribe we will use the information you provide to send you these newsletters. Sometimes t...

Decision comes amid radical changes to £4bn revamp, such as accessing Westminster from the river