TWO years after non-fatal strangulation was made a standalone offence in the North, police have confirmed over 80 arrests have been made in the Fermanagh and Omagh policing district alone. One of the first arrests under the new law took place in the district just two days after the legislation came into effect in June 2023. Since […]
Jane wants to inspire young women to dream bigger
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A LOCAL influencer is on a mission to prove you really can have it all by showcasing her passion for law, lashes and lifestyle vlogs. Jane McDermott from Newtownbutler is a 28-year-old solicitor, professional makeup artist and rising content creator. Proving that ambition, creativity and hard work can go hand in hand. “I love that my […]
Fermanagh left behind as legal services struggle
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THERE are fears Fermanagh is becoming a “legal desert”, with cuts and closures leaving locals without “meaningful access to justice,” according to the Law Society. Legal professionals and local politicians have said the ongoing cuts to court services and custody suites is “unacceptable.” An adjournment debate was held at Stormont last week to discuss the uncertainty that the reduction […]
Fermanagh teacher speaks out about upskirting
A LOCAL teacher has described herself as an “accidental activist” as she is part responsible for making sure that upskirting is illegal in the North. Sally Rees was left horrified when one of her students upskirted her in class and was then forced to continue teaching them. Speaking at her unions Equalities Conference, Sally recalled the […]
Fermanagh saddened at death of much-loved John Quinn
TRIBUTES have poured in from across Fermanagh following the death of well-known and hugely respected solicitor John Quinn. Mr Quinn, who ran his own law firm in Belmore Street in Enniskillen, passed away following a battle with illness. A passionate GAA man, Mr Quinn was deep rooted in the Enniskillen Gaels GAA club. He took […]
Serial killer blocked from having a civil partnership
A SERIAL killer who murdered the daughter of a Fermanagh man has been blocked from having a civil partnership under a new law that stops the most serious offenders getting married in prison. Levi Bellfield is serving two whole-life sentences for the murders of Milly Dowler, Marsha McDonnell and Amélie Delagrange, as well as the attempted […]
King’s Speech – How new laws will impact Fermanagh
FROM Lord Brookeborough losing his seat in the Lords, to hope for local families seeking justice for their loved ones, to a new legal obligation on our public bodies to be truthful with the community, there was plenty for Fermanagh to digest in last week’s King’s Speech. As part of the official opening of parliament ceremony, King Charles delivered […]
How new Westminster laws will impact Fermanagh
There was plenty for Fermanagh to digest in last week’s King’s Speech.
Tributes paid to solicitor Anthony McGettigan
TRIBUTES have been paid to well-known solicitor Anthony McGettigan who was remembered for his ‘commitment to his profession’ and his sense of ‘great humour’. Mr McGettigan passed away peacefully at Brooklands Nursing Home in Dunmurray in Belfast on Wednesday [June 19]. Born in Belfast, Mr McGettigan grew up in humble origins. He stayed true to […]
Melanie a Master of law
A KESH woman who was rescued from a burning car 34 years ago has graduated with a Master’s degree in Law. Melanie Grimsley, completed the two-year course at Ulster University’s Belfast campus having already gained a first-class undergraduate degree in the same subject at the Magee campus in Derry seven years ago. In 1988, when […]