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08/01/2026

"It's better falling out with your friend or loved one for a number of weeks rather than visiting the grave for the rest of your life."

Former detective James Brannigan worked on the Katie Simpson murder investigation. The young showjumper's death was initially treated as a su***de before concerns were raised and a murder investigation was launched.

Working with members of her family, he established The Katie Trust. It helps families who have unanswered questions or concerns after the death of a loved one is classified as a su***de, accident or disappearance.

He sat down with Carol Jordan for the latest episode of Going the Extra Mile.

More information here: https://www.itv.com/news/utv/2026-01-08/be-uncomfortable-ex-psni-officer-urges-people-to-learn-about-coercive-control

08/01/2026

Fears 'someone could be killed' at Moira Train Station A26 junction as new Park and Ride constructed

More: https://www.itv.com/news/utv/2026-01-08/calls-for-moira-train-station-junction-upgrade-as-new-park-and-ride-constructed

08/01/2026

Call for improvements to cycling infrastructure after inquest into cyclist's death in Belfast

More here: https://www.itv.com/news/utv/2026-01-08/call-for-improvements-to-infrastructure-after-inquest-into-cyclists-death

08/01/2026

A Newtownabbey man who survived the 1989 crash counts himself fortunate, but says those who were lost are never far from his mind.

Watch the latest from ITV News - A Newtownabbey man who survived the 1989 crash counts himself fortunate, but says those who were lost are never far from his mind.

08/01/2026

Translink urged to continue night-bus service after Christmas sees 70% increase

More here: https://www.itv.com/news/utv/2026-01-08/christmas-night-bus-service-sees-70-increase

08/01/2026

A 72-year-old man appeared in court today on charges related to a large-scale human trafficking operation

More here: https://www.itv.com/news/utv/2026-01-08/man-in-court-charged-with-rape-and-controlling-prostitution

08/01/2026

UUP MLA Jon Burrows enters the race to be the next party leader and brushes off criticsm that he's yet to win a vote

08/01/2026

Have you been caught in a jam while trying to get parked at the Royal Victoria Hospital?

Get in touch if you’re happy to tell your story - [email protected]

08/01/2026

Former senior police officer Jon Burrows has launched his bid to be the next leader of the UUP.

More here: https://www.itv.com/news/utv/2026-01-08/burrows-bids-for-uup-leadership-saying-ni-politics-failing-for-15-years

08/01/2026

08/01/2026

Katie Andrews has your Thursday morning headlines

07/01/2026

The ice at the SSE Arena is usually reserved for professional stars - but this week, it has been taken over by some of Belfast’s newest recruits.

Local young people are trading their trainers for skates to learn from the Giants themselves.

Watch the latest from ITV News - Local youth have had the opportunity to train with Belfast Giants stars at the SSE Arena.