UK govt: ‘We must hire talent to ensure Protocol works and Good Friday Agreement is secure’

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Subscribe              Aug 14, 2021                 UK govt: 'We must hire talent to ensure Protocol works and Good Friday Agreement is secure'           The comments came in the form of a statement from the Northern Ireland Office, which was asked questions by the News Letter about a new government recruitment drive.                 Government hiring 'permanent' high-paid civil servants to handle Northern Ireland Protocol   The government has issued job adverts for four senior civil servants to oversee the operation of the Northern Ireland Protocol – saying that the posts are "permanent".           Four Irish regiment bands NI concert 35 years in the making   The Army's four Irish Regiments are set to perform together in Northern Ireland for the first time in 35 years.           London's latest plan to deal with legacy is chance to reset the imbalance against UK state forces   The Secretary of State, Brandon Lewis, has been roundly castigated in the local media for his statement to the House of Commons proposing an end to Troubles-related litigation.               Magnificent historic rural dwelling outside the village of Doagh   Orpins Mill Road, Doagh: £275,000 - Hunter Campbell 028 9335 4864       Just enough time for magnificent wine, no chat!   Lots to get through today, tipplers, so no time for idle chit-chat, like we normally partake in.                             NIFL Fantasy Football game launched for new season           The NI Football League has unveiled the league's first official online Fantasy Football game for the 2021/22 Danske Bank Premiership season.                   BSB Donington: Glenn Irwin targets more podiums after Thruxton boost   Honda Racing's Glenn Irwin has set his sights on more podium finishes this weekend at round six of the Bennetts British Superbike Championship at Donington Park.       Draw made for second round of BetMcLean League Cup   The draw for the second round of the BetMcLean League Cup has been made.       Opinion: A spectacular showpiece but the legacy needs to benefit all of local football   A team in blue celebrating another trophy success at Windsor Park is not exactly a new spectacle for Belfast.                   View more news

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