# north west (blogs) — RSS Amplifier Recent posts from the 7 feeds in the RSS Amplifier directory that cover north west. Page: Feed: --- ## [Mosenogi calls on municipalities to improve compliance ahead of AFS submission](https://taungdailynews.com/2026/08/21/mosenogi-calls-on-municipalities-to-improve-compliance-ahead-of-afs-submission/) _2026-08-21 · The Guardian · The Guardian_ Picture: The North West MEC for Treasury, Kenetswe Mosenogi By KEDIBONE MOLAETSI 21 August 2026 – The North West Provincial Treasury today convened all 22 municipalities in the province to assess their readiness to submit the 2025/26 annual financial statements to the Auditor-General South Africa (AGSA) by the legislated deadline of 31 August 2026. The \[…\] ## [Masepala o kgala ka bogale tshenyo ya ditshodi](https://taungdailynews.com/2026/08/21/masepala-o-kgala-ka-bogale-tshenyo-ya-ditshodi/) _2026-08-21 · The Guardian · The Guardian_ Ka OBAKENG MAJE 21 Phatwe 2026- Masepala wa selegae wa Kagisano-Molopo o kaile fa o swabisitswe ke go senngwa ga ditshodi (containers) kwa toropong ya Ganyesa. Masepala o tlhalositse fa nngwe ya ditshodi di le 50 tse di neng tsa neelwa bagwebi-potlana, ile ya thubiwa le go senngwa. Sebueledi sa masepala wa Kagisano Molopo, Modisaotsile \[…\] ## [South Africa can vote out its councils, but it cannot vote out their failures](https://taungdailynews.com/2026/08/21/south-africa-can-vote-out-its-councils-but-it-cannot-vote-out-their-failures/) _2026-08-21 · The Guardian · The Guardian_ Picture: The Chief Director of NWU Business School, Prof Joseph Sekhampu/Supplied By OBAKENG MAJE 21 August 2026 – The Chief Director of NWU Business School, Prof Joseph Sekhampu said South Africa has created a local government system in which some municipalities may have become too failed to fail. Sekhampu said voters can replace councillors and \[…\] ## [Update 16:50 20 August 2026 | Manchester Attack](https://www.counterterrorism.police.uk/news/manchester-attack-2025/) _2026-08-20 · Editor01 · Counter Terrorism Policing_ Updates from Counter Terrorism Policing regarding the incident in Manchester The post Update 16:50 20 August 2026 | Manchester Attack appeared first on Counter Terrorism Policing . ## [Mohono sets clear expectations for North West Education Senior Management](https://taungdailynews.com/2026/08/20/mohono-sets-clear-expectations-for-north-west-education-senior-management/) _2026-08-20 · The Guardian · The Guardian_ By AGISANANG SCUFF 20 August 2026 — The North West MEC for Education, Dr Desbo Mohono has called for a culture of accountability, integrity, collaboration and decisive service delivery, declaring that there is no room for complacency in serving the province’s learners and education community. Mohono was addressing the department’s senior management team during her \[…\] ## [Independent brewers call for deposit scheme to be delayed](https://siba.co.uk/2026/08/19/independent-brewers-call-for-deposit-scheme-to-be-delayed/) _2026-08-19 · Barry Watts · SIBA – Society of Independent Brewers and Associates_ Representatives of the UK’s independent breweries have today (19 August 2026) called for the implementation of a major recycling scheme to be delayed for at least a year after a shocking lack of details leave them unprepared. Deposit Return Schemes (DRS) are scheduled to be introduced in October 2027 in only 13 months’ time. However, \[…\] ## [Police request your assistance to resolve a murder case](https://taungdailynews.com/2026/08/19/96184/) _2026-08-19 · The Guardian · The Guardian_ By AGISANANG SCUFF 19 August 2026 – The Kimberley Serious Violent Crimes Unit are investigating a murder case following the alleged fatal stabbing of a man (62), on 7 August 2026, at approximately 10:15pm at Samaria Shacks, Kenilworth in Kimberley. It is believed that the person of interest depicted in the photo, can possibly assist \[…\] ## [Northern Cape Premier, Dr Zamani Saul extends his sincere appreciation to Makatong](https://taungdailynews.com/2026/08/19/northern-cape-premier-dr-zamani-saul-extends-his-sincere-appreciation-to-makatong/) _2026-08-19 · The Guardian · The Guardian_ ByBAKANG MOKOTO 19 August 2026 – The Northern Cape Premier, Dr Zamani Saul said following thorough consultations, he decided to accept the resignation of the Northern Cape MEC for Public Works and Roads, Fufe Makatong. Saul extended his sincere appreciation to Makatong for her service to the people of the Northern Cape during her tenure \[…\] ## [North West Department of Arts, Culture, Sports and Recreation condemns unauthorised usage of Mahika Mahikeng logo](https://taungdailynews.com/2026/08/19/north-west-department-of-arts-culture-sports-and-recreation-condemns-unauthorised-usage-of-mahika-mahikeng-logo/) _2026-08-19 · The Guardian · The Guardian_ By KEDIBONE MOLAETSI 19 August 2026 – The North West Department of Arts, Culture, Sports and Recreation (ACSR) said it condemns in the strongest terms the improper and unauthorised use of its intellectual property by any individual, entity or collective. The department said it reserves the right to take appropriate legal action to protect its \[…\] ## [Tlhapi leads NCOP engagement on GD Montshioa Airport overnight](https://taungdailynews.com/2026/08/19/tlhapi-leads-ncop-engagement-on-gd-montshioa-airport-overnight/) _2026-08-19 · The Guardian · The Guardian_ By REGINALD KANYANE 19 August 2026 – The North West MEC for Community Safety and Transport Management, Virginia Tlhapi has led an National Council of Provinces (NCOP) engagement on oversight of GD Montshioa Airport. Tlhapi, accompanied by Head of the Department, Dr Hans Kekana, said the purpose of the engagement was to present the department’s \[…\] ## [Brisk AI News Briefings (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/TooIsPMjQPU8) _2026-08-19 · **Sponsored**_ Read AI summaries and listen to audio briefings for top stories. ## [DPWR moves to strengthen institutional capacity through organisational restructuring](https://taungdailynews.com/2026/08/19/dpwr-moves-to-strengthen-institutional-capacity-through-organisational-restructuring/) _2026-08-19 · The Guardian · The Guardian_ By OBAKENG MAJE 19 August 2026 – The North West Department of Public Works and Roads has on Monday, convened a Technical Executive Management Committee to strength it’s institutional capacity following the concurrence of its new structure. The committee discussed the job evaluation process following the Minister of Public Service and Administration’s concurrence with the \[…\] ## [Tlhapi calls on employees to pull together](https://taungdailynews.com/2026/08/18/tlhapi-calls-on-employees-to-pull-together/) _2026-08-18 · The Guardian · The Guardian_ By AGISANANG SCUFF 18 August 2026 – The newly- appointed North West MEC for Community Safety and Transport Management, Virginia Tlhapi said unity is strength and calls staff members to pull together inquest of moving the department forward. In her meet and greet meeting with Mahikeng based senior management and staff, Tlhapi said there is \[…\] ## [Mokgweetsi wa sejanaga sa Polo VW o thudile setlhare](https://taungdailynews.com/2026/08/18/mokgweetsi-wa-sejanaga-sa-polo-vw-o-thudile-setlhare/) _2026-08-18 · The Guardian · The Guardian_ Ka OBAKENG MAJE 18 Phatwe 2026 – Mokgweetsi (30) wa sejanaga sa modiri wa Polo Volkswagen o letse a rwaletswe kwa bookelong jwa selegae morago ga go bona dikgobalo. Go begwa fa mokgweetsi o, a latlhegetswe ke taolo ya sejanaga mo tseleng e gaufi le Masimo kwa Extension 6, gaufi le Taung mo bosigong jwa \[…\] ## [Motsumi vows to make NWPL more democratic and accountable](https://taungdailynews.com/2026/08/18/motsumi-vows-to-make-nwpl-more-democratic-and-accountable/) _2026-08-18 · The Guardian · The Guardian_ Picture: Newly-appointed speaker of North West Provincial Legislature, Viola Motsumi/Supplied By OBAKENG MAJE 18 August 2026 – The former North West MEC for Education, Viola Motsumi was elected as the new speaker of the North West Provincial Legislature (NWPL) on Tuesday during a special sitting. Motsumi becomes the 8th speaker of the North West Provincial Legislature \[…\] ## [Taung District Hospital doctor suspended for assaulting a cleaner](https://taungdailynews.com/2026/08/18/taung-district-hospital-doctor-suspended-for-assaulting-a-cleaner/) _2026-08-18 · The Guardian · The Guardian_ By OBAKENG MAJE 18 August 2026 – A medical doctor, Kingsley Idugboe who allegedly assaulted a cleaner at Taung District Hospital has been suspended. This comes after the North West Department of Health has finalised its investigation into the matter. On 8 July 2025, Idugboe allegedly assaulted a cleaner, Kegomoditswe Monogwe (58). Monogwe previously \[…\] ## [UK Brewery closure rate slows but industry ‘struggles not over yet’ say leading independent brewing trade body](https://siba.co.uk/2026/08/11/uk-brewery-closure-rate-slows-but-industry-struggles-not-over-yet-say-leading-independent-brewing-trade-body/) _2026-08-11 · Neil Walker · SIBA – Society of Independent Brewers and Associates_ The rate of brewery closures has slowed in the first half of 2026 compared to 2025 according to the SIBA UK Brewery Tracker, published today. For the first six months of 2026, net closures have averaged less than one brewery a week compared to nearly three week in 2025. Taking into account all brewery openings and \[…\] ## [Update: Ann Widdecombe murder investigation](https://www.counterterrorism.police.uk/news/update-ann-widdecombe-murder-investigation/) _2026-08-07 · Cerri Evans · Counter Terrorism Policing_ A statement from Senior National Coordinator for Counter Terrorism Policing Vicki Evans The post Update: Ann Widdecombe murder investigation appeared first on Counter Terrorism Policing . ## [Multiple-Champion Homebrewer sees ‘SMASH Beer’ launch to the public](https://siba.co.uk/2026/08/07/multiple-champion-homebrewer-sees-smash-beer-launch-to-the-public/) _2026-08-07 · Neil Walker · SIBA – Society of Independent Brewers and Associates_ A champion home brewer will see his award-winning brew launch to the public today for the second year running. Stuart Hubbard took home the Gold at the Society of Independent Brewers & Associates (SIBA) Homenbrew Beer Awards for the second year running in March this year, before joining the brewing team at Copper Beech Brewing \[…\] ## [Derby man appears on Failing to Comply charge](https://www.counterterrorism.police.uk/news/derby-man-appears-on-failing-to-comply-charge/) _2026-08-05 · Author31 · Counter Terrorism Policing_ An 18-year-old British man from Derby has been charged with failing to comply with a notice, contrary to Section 53 of the Regulation of Investigatory Powers Act 2000. Haabil Siqander (14/04/2008) of Molineux Street, Derby, appeared at Westminster Magistrates Court today (Wednesday, August 5, 2026). He entered a not guilty plea and will next appear... The post Derby man appears on Failing to… ## [Bullhouse Brewery named Overall Champions at inaugural Indie Beer Awards Northern Ireland](https://siba.co.uk/2026/08/03/bullhouse-brewery-named-overall-champions-at-inaugural-indie-beer-awards-northern-ireland/) _2026-08-03 · Neil Walker · SIBA – Society of Independent Brewers and Associates_ Bullhouse Brewery in Belfast have etched their name in the record books at the inaugural Indie Beer Awards Northern Ireland, taking home the Overall Champion Gold with their ‘Merc Bro’ hazy IPA. The competition saw independent breweries from across Northern Ireland fight it out in a broad range of keg categories, from lager and pale \[…\] ## [Hire AI-Powered Freelancers Fast (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/gA2zKli1y7Eg) _2026-08-03 · **Sponsored**_ Browse and hire skilled professionals using AI tools — free to post, free to apply. ## [Norwegian man convicted of conspiracy to commit murder in UK](https://www.counterterrorism.police.uk/news/norwegian-man-convicted-of-conspiracy-to-commit-murder-in-uk/) _2026-07-29 · Admin3 · Counter Terrorism Policing_ Johannes Kongsnes Natland, aged 19, was arrested at a hotel in Huddersfield in March last year and he was found to be in possession of two firearms and 19 rounds of ammunition. The teenager had been tasked by an organised crime group called the Foxtrot Network, which has been sanctioned by the UK government and... The post Norwegian man convicted of conspiracy to commit murder in UK appeared first… ## [Counter Terrorism Policing North East warns against online harms after teenager convicted](https://www.counterterrorism.police.uk/news/counter-terrorism-policing-north-east-warns-against-online-harms-after-teenager-convicted/) _2026-07-29 · Editor01 · Counter Terrorism Policing_ Counter Terrorism Policing North East has warned against online harms following the conviction of a teenager for terrorism offences. The 17-year-old boy from Wakefield was 14 when he was arrested in November 2023. An intelligence led investigation into his online activity revealed an extremist mindset and a growing obsession with the manufacture of explosives. The white-British teen... The post… ## [A farmhouse brewery in Sussex has been awarded best beer in the South East at prestigious Indie Beer Awards](https://siba.co.uk/2026/07/29/a-farmhouse-brewery-in-sussex-has-been-awarded-best-beer-in-the-south-east-at-prestigious-indie-beer-awards/) _2026-07-29 · Neil Walker · SIBA – Society of Independent Brewers and Associates_ Three Acre Brewery in Uckfield, Sussex taken home the Overall Champion Award at the Indie Beer Awards South East 2026 with their ‘Bonfire Beer’ – a dark, rich old ale. The independent brewery started off as a homebrew project in a potting shed in East Sussex, before moving to their permanent home at Little Goldsmiths \[…\] ## [Man who collected extremist content in prison jailed again](https://www.counterterrorism.police.uk/news/man-who-collected-extremist-content-in-prison-jailed-again/) _2026-07-24 · Editor01 · Counter Terrorism Policing_ A man who collected extremist content and used a phone in prison whilst serving a sentence for assaulting a police officer has been jailed again. Muhammad Zakir Arif (22/12/2005), from Bury, was sentenced at Manchester Crown Court today (Friday 24 July 2026) to three years in prison. The judge also ordered that he serve an... The post Man who collected extremist content in prison jailed again… ## [Man who conducted hostile reconnaissance at a military base alongside the Heaton Park Hebrew Congregation Synagogue attacker jailed.](https://www.counterterrorism.police.uk/news/man-who-conducted-hostile-reconnaissance-at-a-military-base-alongside-the-heaton-park-hebrew-congregation-synagogue-attacker-jailed/) _2026-07-23 · Editor01 · Counter Terrorism Policing_ A man who conducted hostile reconnaissance at a military base alongside the Heaton Park Hebrew Congregation Synagogue attacker has been jailed. Mohammed Asim Bashir (18/09/1994) of Shaftesbury Road, Cheetham Hill was sentenced at Manchester Crown Court earlier today (Thursday 23 July 2026) to life imprisonment. He will serve a minimum of 17 years, which includes... The post Man who conducted… ## [Independent brewers applaud Prime Minister keeping his pub promise](https://siba.co.uk/2026/07/23/independent-brewers-applaud-prime-minister-keeping-his-pub-promise/) _2026-07-23 · Neil Walker · SIBA – Society of Independent Brewers and Associates_ “The new Prime Minister promised he would deliver much needed support for our cherished community pubs on Business Rates and he has acted quickly to do so. A 20% cut to Business Rates will make a real difference to the bottom lines. “Our pubs and breweries contribute around 40% of turnover as taxation compared to \[…\] ## [Waitrose ‘Indie Beer’ tasting event starts this week across the UK](https://siba.co.uk/2026/07/22/waitrose-indie-beer-tasting-event-starts-this-week-across-the-uk/) _2026-07-22 · Neil Walker · SIBA – Society of Independent Brewers and Associates_ Premium supermarket chain Waitrose are running an in-store tasting event this week, pouring three market-leading indie beers in stores across the UK. Customers will have the chance to get involved in the free beer tastings being held at 35 Waitrose stores this week (23rd-25th July), featuring independent breweries Tap Social, Burning Sky and Lost & \[…\] ## [Charges of murder for the death of Ann Widdecombe](https://www.counterterrorism.police.uk/news/charges-of-murder-for-the-death-of-ann-widdecombe/) _2026-07-20 · Administrator2 · Counter Terrorism Policing_ A 28-year-old man has been charged with murder in connection with the death of Ann Widdecombe. Following 12 days of complex and intensive investigation, the Crown Prosecution Service authorised the charge against Joshua Kerry, of Byrley Road, Rotherham, South Yorkshire today (Monday, 20 July). He has been remanded in custody to appear at Westminster Magistrates’... The post Charges of murder for… ## [Sheffield Trio Sentenced for Conspiring to Bring Illicit Items Into Prison](https://www.counterterrorism.police.uk/news/sheffield-trio-sentenced-for-conspiring-to-bring-illicit-items-into-prison/) _2026-07-17 · Author21 · Counter Terrorism Policing_ Three people from Sheffield have been sentenced for conspiring to bring prohibited items into a prison, following an investigation by Counter Terrorism Policing North East, with support from HM Prison and Probation Service and South Yorkshire Police. Rhea Wood and Mohammed Abdo conspired with a serving prisoner, Abdullah Mohammed, to smuggle illicit items into HMP... The post Sheffield Trio… ## [Nominations for the 2026 Women in Beer® Awards are open!](https://siba.co.uk/2026/07/15/nominations-for-the-2026-women-in-beer-awards-are-open/) _2026-07-15 · Neil Walker · SIBA – Society of Independent Brewers and Associates_ The time has come to nominate the most talented women in the beer industry! After a successful first edition, the Women in Beer® Awards are back and are now open to submissions, including the SIBA sponsored Brewer of the Year. With more than 280 submissions in its very first year in 2025, the Women in \[…\] ## [Save with community-voted codes (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/1YmL6Kd5W213) _2026-07-15 · **Sponsored**_ Search thousands of community-verified coupon codes — 100% free, no account needed. ## [Senior Management Appointment to Donegal ETB’s Further Education and Training (FET) Service](https://www.donegaletb.ie/2026/07/13/senior-management-appointment-to-donegal-etbs-further-education-and-training-fet-service/) _2026-07-13 · Donegal ETB · Donegal ETB_ Donegal Education and Training Board (ETB) has appointed Mr Colm Richardson to the post of Training Services Manager in its Further Education and Training (FET) Service. He replaces retiring Area Training Manager Vinny McGroary, following forty-one years of service. Originally from Gaoth Dobhair, Colm completed his electrical apprenticeship in the Gaoth Dobhair Training Centre before \[...\] ## [Warning to parents after man radicalised online as a teen is jailed for planning extreme right wing terrorist firearms attack](https://www.counterterrorism.police.uk/news/warning-to-parents-after-man-radicalised-online-as-a-teen-is-jailed-for-planning-extreme-right-wing-terrorist-firearms-attack/) _2026-07-10 · Editor40 · Counter Terrorism Policing_ A joint investigation by Counter Terrorism Policing London and MI5 identified that he was plotting to purchase a gun. A proactive operation led to Coleman’s arrest by police just moments after he exchanged £3,500 for a firearm and ammunition at a car park in Stratford, East London on 29 September, 2023. What Coleman didn’t realise... The post Warning to parents after man radicalised online as a… ## [Independent Brewers welcome CAMRA’s call for fairness and transparency in British beer market](https://siba.co.uk/2026/07/06/independent-brewers-welcome-camras-call-for-fairness-and-transparency-in-british-beer-market/) _2026-07-06 · Neil Walker · SIBA – Society of Independent Brewers and Associates_ Commenting on the launch of CAMRA’s hard-hitting report into the UK pub and beer market, Andy Slee, Society of Independent Brewers & Associates (SIBA) Chief Executive said; “As Europe’s largest beer consumer group, CAMRA are right to call for change for a UK brewing industry which is dominated by global beer giants which restrict access \[…\] ## [German parent ordered to pay contractor Mullaley £1.7m in faulty cladding case](https://www.propertyweek.com/news/german-parent-forced-to-pay-contractor-mullaley-1-8m-over-cladding-costs) _2026-07-01 · Lawrie Holmes · Residential Development Analysis & Property News | Property Week_ The landmark ruling is one of the first to hold a parent company responsible for claims against a collapsed subsidiary under the Building Safety Act. The post German parent ordered to pay contractor Mullaley £1.7m in faulty cladding case appeared first on Property Week . ## [North West Educational Partnership Formalised](https://www.donegaletb.ie/2026/06/26/north-west-educational-partnership-formalised/) _2026-06-26 · Donegal ETB · Donegal ETB_ The North West Learning City Region, an educational partnership between civic institutions and the further and higher education sector in the North West, has reached a significant milestone as it formalises its shared commitment to advancing lifelong learning in the region. A Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) was signed at an event on Friday 26 June \[...\] ## [North West leaders at Stormont to launch Strategic Growth Plan and sign landmark Health Partnership](https://www.donegaletb.ie/2026/06/23/north-west-leaders-at-stormont-to-launch-strategic-growth-plan-and-sign-landmark-health-partnership/) _2026-06-23 · Donegal ETB · Donegal ETB_ Senior government Ministers, civic leaders and key regional stakeholders gathered at Parliament Buildings, Stormont in Belfast this week for the official launch of the revised North West Strategic Growth Plan and the signing of a significant new cross-border Health Memorandum of Understanding (MOU). The high-profile event, hosted in the Long Gallery at Stormont, brought together \[...\] ## [Special Educational Needs School in Letterkenny chosen as Ireland’s Favourite Building in 2026 RIAI Public Choice Awards](https://www.donegaletb.ie/2026/06/17/special-educational-needs-school-in-letterkenny-chosen-as-irelands-favourite-building-in-2026-riai-public-choice-awards/) _2026-06-17 · Donegal ETB · Donegal ETB_ A purpose-designed special educational needs school in Letterkenny, Co. Donegal, designed by McGarry Ní Éanaigh Architects, has been chosen as Ireland’s favourite building as part of the Royal Institute of the Architects of Ireland (RIAI) Public Choice Award 2026. The RIAI stated\*: Set within a landscape of sensory gardens, trails and amenity areas, the school, \[...\] ## [Magh Éne College Teacher Co-Authors New Leaving Certificate Biology Textbook](https://www.donegaletb.ie/2026/06/15/magh-ene-college-teacher-co-authors-new-leaving-certificate-biology-textbook/) _2026-06-15 · Donegal ETB · Donegal ETB_ Magh Éne College teacher Yvonne Higgins-Vallely, is playing a key-role in supporting the development of science education across Ireland following the publication of her new Leaving Cert Biology book, Evolution. Published by Gill Education, the textbook comes at a key time for schools as teachers and students adapt to major changes in the revised Leaving \[...\] ## [Fans encouraged to buy British beer in support of England and Scotland’s World Cup hopes](https://siba.co.uk/2026/06/12/fans-encouraged-to-buy-british-beer-in-support-of-england-and-scotlands-world-cup-hopes/) _2026-06-12 · Neil Walker · SIBA – Society of Independent Brewers and Associates_ “Why are we drinking American beer to support the Home Nations in the World Cup?” That’s the question being asked by a beer campaign encouraging Brits to support homegrown independent beer this summer in pubs, bars and homes across the UK. The Indie Beer campaign has made available a tool that helps people find their \[…\] ## [Little Angels School Building Nominated for National Public Choice Award 2026](https://www.donegaletb.ie/2026/06/04/little-angels-school-building-nominated-for-national-public-choice-award-2026/) _2026-06-04 · Donegal ETB · Donegal ETB_ The Little Angels School in Letterkenny has been nominated for the prestigious Royal Institute of the Architects of Ireland (RIAI) Public Choice Award 2026. It is one of forty-four nominations and the only school included in this 2026 search for Ireland’s favourite building or public space. Designed by award-winning Irish architectural practice, McGarry Ní Éanaigh \[...\] ## [Minister for Education and Youth, Hildegarde Naughton, T.D. visits Mulroy College](https://www.donegaletb.ie/2026/05/22/minister-for-education-and-youth-hildegarde-naughton-t-d-visits-mulroy-college/) _2026-05-22 · Donegal ETB · Donegal ETB_ Minister for Education and Youth Hildegarde Naughton, T.D., visited Mulroy College in Milford today, Friday, 22 May, where she met with students, staff, and members of the senior management team of Mulroy College to witness first-hand the urgent need for significant improvements to the school’s buildings and facilities. Ms Fiona Temple, Principal of Mulroy College, \[...\] ## [ATU Signs Articulation Agreements with Donegal ETB to Expand Access to Higher Education](https://www.donegaletb.ie/2026/05/01/atu-signs-articulation-agreements-with-donegal-etb-to-expand-access-to-higher-education/) _2026-05-01 · Donegal ETB · Donegal ETB_ Atlantic Technological University (ATU) has officially signed articulation agreements with Donegal Education and Training Board (ETB). This collaboration will allow widening access to higher education across the region. These articulation agreements provide learners in Further Education and Training (FET) with advanced entry routes from QQI Level 6 awards directly into Year 2 of selected… ## [Important cybersecurity warning for small businesses](https://www.nwcrc.co.uk/post/important-cybersecurity-warning-for-small-businesses) _2026-04-14 · NWCRC · North West Cyber Resilience Centre_ The UK’s National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC) has issued new warnings about a Russian state‑linked hacking group known as APT28. This group has been breaking into everyday internet routers, often the same type used in small offices and home workplaces, to steal passwords and other private information. They do this by quietly changing how the router directs internet traffic, sending people to fake… ## [Student Success Celebrated at Awards Night in Buncrana Further Education and Training Centre](https://www.donegaletb.ie/2026/03/25/student-success-celebrated-at-awards-night-in-buncrana-further-education-and-training-centre/) _2026-03-25 · Donegal ETB · Donegal ETB_ Thirty Further Education and Training (FET) students in the Buncrana area received course certificates at an Awards Night on 24 March, celebrating the exceptional achievements of students who finished NFQ Level 5 courses in 2025. Certificates were presented by the Chairperson of Donegal Education and Training Board (ETB), Cllr Terry Crossan, across a range of \[...\] ## [Errigal College Wins Donegal ETB Schools Senior Debate Forum](https://www.donegaletb.ie/2026/03/18/errigal-college-wins-donegal-etb-schools-senior-debate-forum/) _2026-03-18 · Donegal ETB · Donegal ETB_ The annual Donegal Education and Training Board (ETB) Senior Debate Forum Cup has been won by Errigal College in Letterkenny. Crana College in Buncrana took the honours in the Plate competition, and St Catherine’s Vocational School in Killybegs won the Rose Bowl competition. The debating event for Donegal ETB schools took place on Wednesday, 18 \[...\] ## [Lock the Digital Door: How Cyber Essentials Protects Your Business](https://www.nwcrc.co.uk/post/lock-the-digital-door-how-cyber-essentials-protects-your-business) _2026-02-19 · NWCRC · North West Cyber Resilience Centre_ Many business leaders say they know cyber security is important. They see the headlines. They know cyber-attacks are increasing. But too many still believe it might not affect them. That assumption is wrong. No matter the size of your business, cyber criminals can find it: 1 in 2 UK small businesses suffered a cyber-attack last year. The gap between awareness and action is one of the biggest cyber… ## [Why cyber security matters more than ever in the care sector](https://www.nwcrc.co.uk/post/why-cyber-security-matters-more-than-ever-in-the-care-sector) _2026-02-05 · NWCRC · North West Cyber Resilience Centre_ The care sector is built on trust, as care organisations handle sensitive information every day, including medical data, financial information, and contact details. In an increasingly digital world, maintaining that trust means ensuring strong protection against evolving cyber threats. Cybercrime is no longer a distant possibility; it is a growing challenge affecting care providers of every size,… ## [The Pacific North West](https://ulsnes.com/pnw/) _2026-01-13 · ulsnes · trygve ulsnes_ Pictures and videos from my time flying in the Pacific North West. ## [Strengthening the North West’s cyber resilience for 2026](https://www.nwcrc.co.uk/post/strengthening-the-north-west-s-cyber-resilience-for-2026) _2026-01-07 · Carolyn Hughes · North West Cyber Resilience Centre_ 2026 looks set to be another busy year for the NWCRC team as we continue to work closely with small businesses and other organisations across the North West to help them strengthen their cyber resilience against threats. The NWCRC focuses on equipping small and medium‑sized organisations with practical advice, training and support to build lasting cyber resilience, in order to protect them from… ## [Growing cyber threats put North West organisations on the front line in 2026](https://www.nwcrc.co.uk/post/growing-cyber-threats-put-north-west-organisations-on-the-front-line-in-2026) _2025-12-15 · Carolyn Hughes · North West Cyber Resilience Centre_ Cyber security experts are warning that North West organisations should put cyber resilience at the top of their list of New Year’s resolutions for 2026 to ensure that they are protected against growing cyber threats for small businesses. Cyber experts from the NWCRC found three trends that are converging to make 2026 particularly risky for smaller organisations: AI-powered and automated cyber…