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Jan 11, 2013
Kinsale Community School, Cork Celebrates 3rd Win in 7 Years as Ciara Judge, Emer Hickey and Sophie Healy-Thow are Announced Winners of the BT Young Scientist & Technology Exhibition 2013 The winners of the 49th BT Young Scientist & Technology Exhibition 2013 have been announced! Third year students Ciara Judge, Emer Hickey and Sophie Healy-Thow, all aged 15, from Kinsale Community School, Cork have taken home the top prize for their
Kinsale Community School, Cork Celebrates 3rd Win in 7 Years as Ciara Judge, Emer Hickey and Sophie Healy-Thow are Announced Winners of the BT Young Scientist & Technology Exhibition 2013 The winners of the 49th BT Young Scientist & Technology Exhibition 2013 have been announced! Third year students Ciara Judge, Emer Hickey and Sophie Healy-Thow, all aged 15, from Kinsale Community School, Cork have taken home the top prize for their
Jan 6, 2013
New Visitor App Launched for the BT Young Scientist & Technology Exhibition With close to 45,000 people expected to visit the BT Young Scientist & Technology Exhibition (BT YSTE) at the RDS next week (10th to 12th January) to see 550 projects competing for the coveted title of BT Young Scientist & Technologist of the Year 20
New Visitor App Launched for the BT Young Scientist & Technology Exhibition With close to 45,000 people expected to visit the BT Young Scientist & Technology Exhibition (BT YSTE) at the RDS next week (10th to 12th January) to see 550 projects competing for the coveted title of BT Young Scientist & Technologist of the Year 20
Dec 14, 2012
BT Expands Programme to Help Connect Rural Communities The major initiative, which was launched in a number of cities and towns in 2011 to establish on-the-ground IT support and resources in a bid to tackle online social exclusion, now supports 15 community groups across the island.
BT Expands Programme to Help Connect Rural Communities The major initiative, which was launched in a number of cities and towns in 2011 to establish on-the-ground IT support and resources in a bid to tackle online social exclusion, now supports 15 community groups across the island.
Nov 13, 2012
New BT apprentices recruited to help meet the demand for super-fast broadband services in Northern Ireland Thirteen new apprentices have been recruited by BT in Northern Ireland to boost its engineering workforce and help meet the growing demand for super-fast broadband.
New BT apprentices recruited to help meet the demand for super-fast broadband services in Northern Ireland Thirteen new apprentices have been recruited by BT in Northern Ireland to boost its engineering workforce and help meet the growing demand for super-fast broadband.
Nov 6, 2012
BT Young Scientist & Technology Exhibition Entries Keep Climbing for 2013 BT has today announced that it has broken all previous records for entries received with the 2013 BT Young Scientist & Technology Exhibition set to be the biggest ever.
BT Young Scientist & Technology Exhibition Entries Keep Climbing for 2013 BT has today announced that it has broken all previous records for entries received with the 2013 BT Young Scientist & Technology Exhibition set to be the biggest ever.
Nov 1, 2012
Northern Ireland locations amongst the highest in the UK for fibre broadband uptake BT has today revealed that many Northern Ireland locations, including Baillies Mills, Campsie, Castlereagh, Helen’s Bay and Dervock, are recording some of the best take-up figures for fibre broadband in the UK.
Northern Ireland locations amongst the highest in the UK for fibre broadband uptake BT has today revealed that many Northern Ireland locations, including Baillies Mills, Campsie, Castlereagh, Helen’s Bay and Dervock, are recording some of the best take-up figures for fibre broadband in the UK.
Oct 23, 2012
Derry~Londonderry in pole position on broadband as City of Culture draws near One year after the completion of the major fibre roll-out in Derry-Londonderry, BT, the principal partner of City of Culture 2013, has announced that take-up of high speed fibre broadband is very strong in the region.
Derry~Londonderry in pole position on broadband as City of Culture draws near One year after the completion of the major fibre roll-out in Derry-Londonderry, BT, the principal partner of City of Culture 2013, has announced that take-up of high speed fibre broadband is very strong in the region.
Sep 11, 2012
Over 70% of Irish students feel that their opinions are ignored by adults – BT survey School students are today being called on to enter the BT Young Scientist & Technology Exhibition by Monday 1st October and showcase their ideas for a better future to the public.
Over 70% of Irish students feel that their opinions are ignored by adults – BT survey School students are today being called on to enter the BT Young Scientist & Technology Exhibition by Monday 1st October and showcase their ideas for a better future to the public.
Sep 10, 2012
BT gets tough on metal theft in Northern Ireland BT is forging ahead with an extensive programme to tackle the growing problem of metal theft in Northern Ireland, using ‘SmartWater’, an invisible solution which can be used to forensically ‘tag’ BT cables and property.
BT gets tough on metal theft in Northern Ireland BT is forging ahead with an extensive programme to tackle the growing problem of metal theft in Northern Ireland, using ‘SmartWater’, an invisible solution which can be used to forensically ‘tag’ BT cables and property.
Aug 27, 2012
Lord David Puttnam to deliver world premiere in education series from Skiberreen to Australia Lord David Puttnam today delivered the inaugural lecture from his home in Skibbereen, Cork, on the very western-most edge of Europe to university students on the other side of the world in Brisbane, Australia - the first stage in a new venture in wo
Lord David Puttnam to deliver world premiere in education series from Skiberreen to Australia Lord David Puttnam today delivered the inaugural lecture from his home in Skibbereen, Cork, on the very western-most edge of Europe to university students on the other side of the world in Brisbane, Australia - the first stage in a new venture in wo
Aug 14, 2012
BT backs Derry digital festival with free places for young people BT has today announced its support for CultureTECH, a new media and technology event, which will take place in Derry-Londonderry at the end of August. The company’s involvement will see up to 200 young people being invited to attend the event for fre
BT backs Derry digital festival with free places for young people BT has today announced its support for CultureTECH, a new media and technology event, which will take place in Derry-Londonderry at the end of August. The company’s involvement will see up to 200 young people being invited to attend the event for fre
Jul 31, 2012
BT announces partnership with Ulster rugby BT today announced a three year partnership with Ulster Rugby which sees the two organisations team up until the end of the 2014/15 season and establishes BT as the Official Communications Partner of Ulster Rugby.
BT announces partnership with Ulster rugby BT today announced a three year partnership with Ulster Rugby which sees the two organisations team up until the end of the 2014/15 season and establishes BT as the Official Communications Partner of Ulster Rugby.
Jul 19, 2012
Fibre Broadband is Powering Derry Businesses and consumers all over the North West are unlocking their creative and digital potential by capitalising on the huge investments made in the region’s local broadband infrastructure.
Fibre Broadband is Powering Derry Businesses and consumers all over the North West are unlocking their creative and digital potential by capitalising on the huge investments made in the region’s local broadband infrastructure.
Jul 17, 2012
BT grant scheme helps students to take part in BT young scientist & technology exhibition BT is reminding schools across Northern Ireland that financial assistance is available for those competing in the forthcoming BT Young Scientist & Technology Exhibition.
BT grant scheme helps students to take part in BT young scientist & technology exhibition BT is reminding schools across Northern Ireland that financial assistance is available for those competing in the forthcoming BT Young Scientist & Technology Exhibition.
Jul 17, 2012
Financial aid helps thousands of students to take part in BT Young Scientist & Technology exhibition The BT Travel & Accommodation Grant Scheme, created for students taking part in the BT Young Scientist & Technology Exhibition, has provided financial aid totaling over €300,000 through 834 grants to 335 schools across Ireland
Financial aid helps thousands of students to take part in BT Young Scientist & Technology exhibition The BT Travel & Accommodation Grant Scheme, created for students taking part in the BT Young Scientist & Technology Exhibition, has provided financial aid totaling over €300,000 through 834 grants to 335 schools across Ireland
Jul 5, 2012
Tourism Ireland moves to a BT hosted Cloud platform to cut costs and gain efficiencies Tourism Ireland has moved the majority of its IT operations to a private cloud based solution in BT’s Dublin data centre in a five-year deal worth €850,000.
Tourism Ireland moves to a BT hosted Cloud platform to cut costs and gain efficiencies Tourism Ireland has moved the majority of its IT operations to a private cloud based solution in BT’s Dublin data centre in a five-year deal worth €850,000.
Jun 8, 2012
Lord David Puttnam partners with BT Ireland to deliver education to students around the globe Lord David Puttnam, the Oscar-winning film producer and champion of innovative education, today announced a new venture in online education which will see him deliver modules to university students outside Ireland from his home in Skibbereen using te
Lord David Puttnam partners with BT Ireland to deliver education to students around the globe Lord David Puttnam, the Oscar-winning film producer and champion of innovative education, today announced a new venture in online education which will see him deliver modules to university students outside Ireland from his home in Skibbereen using te
May 23, 2012
From analytics to innovation - students at the BT young scientist & technology exhibition adapt to a changing Ireland BT Ireland today launched the 2013 BT Young Scientist & Technology Exhibition and is calling on students throughout Ireland to enter their ideas and inventions by the 1st October 2012.
From analytics to innovation - students at the BT young scientist & technology exhibition adapt to a changing Ireland BT Ireland today launched the 2013 BT Young Scientist & Technology Exhibition and is calling on students throughout Ireland to enter their ideas and inventions by the 1st October 2012.
May 17, 2012
BT wins £20m contract to partner Belfast Trust in healthcare transformation Belfast Health and Social Care Trust have chosen BT, one of the world’s leading communications and IT services companies to be the single supplier of voice and data communications in a five-year deal worth up to £20 million.
BT wins £20m contract to partner Belfast Trust in healthcare transformation Belfast Health and Social Care Trust have chosen BT, one of the world’s leading communications and IT services companies to be the single supplier of voice and data communications in a five-year deal worth up to £20 million.
May 2, 2012
Investment boost for Northern Ireland as BT announces unique new contact centre BT today announced that it is creating a new state-of-the-art contact centre in Belfast, Northern Ireland.
Investment boost for Northern Ireland as BT announces unique new contact centre BT today announced that it is creating a new state-of-the-art contact centre in Belfast, Northern Ireland.
Apr 18, 2012
BT bringing it all together for Olympic Hopeful Kieran Behan With 100 days to go to the start of London 2012 Olympic and Paralympic Games, BT in Ireland has today announced that Irish gymnast, Kieran Behan, has been brought on board as a BT ambassador.
BT bringing it all together for Olympic Hopeful Kieran Behan With 100 days to go to the start of London 2012 Olympic and Paralympic Games, BT in Ireland has today announced that Irish gymnast, Kieran Behan, has been brought on board as a BT ambassador.
Mar 27, 2012
Multi-million euro investment announced for BT’s Dublin data centre BT, one of the world’s leading communications and IT services companies, today announced a multi-million euro investment in the expansion of its Dublin-based data centre.
Multi-million euro investment announced for BT’s Dublin data centre BT, one of the world’s leading communications and IT services companies, today announced a multi-million euro investment in the expansion of its Dublin-based data centre.
Mar 25, 2012
Next-Generation Entrepreneurs Get to Work at Innovation & Mentoring Skills Camp Entrepreneurial school students begin an intensive mentoring and innovation skills camp tomorrow at UCD which will equip them with the skills to take their ideas from the schoolroom to the boardroom.
Next-Generation Entrepreneurs Get to Work at Innovation & Mentoring Skills Camp Entrepreneurial school students begin an intensive mentoring and innovation skills camp tomorrow at UCD which will equip them with the skills to take their ideas from the schoolroom to the boardroom.
Jan 20, 2012
BT forges new partnership in Northwest Telecoms company Lakeland Communications has announced a new partnership with BT as part of its expansion into the communications sector.
BT forges new partnership in Northwest Telecoms company Lakeland Communications has announced a new partnership with BT as part of its expansion into the communications sector.
Jan 13, 2012
Synge Street Leaving Cert Students Eric Doyle and Mark Kelly Announced as Winners of the BT Young Scientist & Technology Exhibition 2012 The winner of the 48th annual BT Young Scientist & Technology Exhibition 2012 has been announced! Leaving Cert students Eric Doyle and Mark Kelly, both aged 17, from Synge Street CBS, Dublin 8 have taken home the top prize
Synge Street Leaving Cert Students Eric Doyle and Mark Kelly Announced as Winners of the BT Young Scientist & Technology Exhibition 2012 The winner of the 48th annual BT Young Scientist & Technology Exhibition 2012 has been announced! Leaving Cert students Eric Doyle and Mark Kelly, both aged 17, from Synge Street CBS, Dublin 8 have taken home the top prize
Dec 19, 2011
All-star event highlights promising talent The very best in local talent was unveiled today with the announcement of the 2011/2012 BT Ulster Colleges Football and Hurling All-Stars at an event in BT Tower.
All-star event highlights promising talent The very best in local talent was unveiled today with the announcement of the 2011/2012 BT Ulster Colleges Football and Hurling All-Stars at an event in BT Tower.
Dec 13, 2011
Ulster Colleges Winning Captains launch BT Future Stars Academy Fifty two Ulster Colleges winning team players were today recognised for their personal sporting achievements in both hurling and football competitions at the launch of the BT Future Stars Academy.
Ulster Colleges Winning Captains launch BT Future Stars Academy Fifty two Ulster Colleges winning team players were today recognised for their personal sporting achievements in both hurling and football competitions at the launch of the BT Future Stars Academy.
Dec 1, 2011
New apprentices recruited to boost Northern Ireland super-fast broadband roll-out Twelve new apprentices have begun their careers with BT after being selected by the company to boost its engineering workforce and help meet the growing demand for super-fast broadband.
New apprentices recruited to boost Northern Ireland super-fast broadband roll-out Twelve new apprentices have begun their careers with BT after being selected by the company to boost its engineering workforce and help meet the growing demand for super-fast broadband.
Nov 23, 2011
New Managing Directors appointed at BT Ireland BT Ireland has appointed two new Managing Directors to the leadership team of its all-island operation.
New Managing Directors appointed at BT Ireland BT Ireland has appointed two new Managing Directors to the leadership team of its all-island operation.
Nov 8, 2011
BT Ireland supports small businesses with innovative Avaya offering BT and Avaya are taking the next step in the evolution of the managed voice market by launching the IP Office platform in Ireland.
BT Ireland supports small businesses with innovative Avaya offering BT and Avaya are taking the next step in the evolution of the managed voice market by launching the IP Office platform in Ireland.
Oct 24, 2011
BT Young Scientist & Technology Exhibition Attracts Record Number of Projects and Schools for 2012 BT has today announced that it has received a record number of entries to the 2012 BT Young Scientist & Technology Exhibition.
BT Young Scientist & Technology Exhibition Attracts Record Number of Projects and Schools for 2012 BT has today announced that it has received a record number of entries to the 2012 BT Young Scientist & Technology Exhibition.
Oct 18, 2011
Derry outpaces all UK and Ireland cities to achieve fibre broadband milestone BT, the principal partner of Derry~Londonderry UK City of Culture 2013, today announced that all street cabinets serving customers within Derry City have now been upgraded with fibre broadband technology, propelling Derry ahead of other cities in UK
Derry outpaces all UK and Ireland cities to achieve fibre broadband milestone BT, the principal partner of Derry~Londonderry UK City of Culture 2013, today announced that all street cabinets serving customers within Derry City have now been upgraded with fibre broadband technology, propelling Derry ahead of other cities in UK
Oct 17, 2011
BT Ireland wins major contract with Department of Social Protection A major contract to provide a nationwide IT network has been awarded to BT Ireland by the Department of Social Protection.
BT Ireland wins major contract with Department of Social Protection A major contract to provide a nationwide IT network has been awarded to BT Ireland by the Department of Social Protection.
Oct 17, 2011
Thousands can enjoy a superfast online experience Thousands of homes and businesses in Northern Ireland now have access to one of the most extensive fibre broadband networks in the UK – although they might not know it yet.
Thousands can enjoy a superfast online experience Thousands of homes and businesses in Northern Ireland now have access to one of the most extensive fibre broadband networks in the UK – although they might not know it yet.
Sep 5, 2011
Hastings Hotels Group are all-in with BT The Hastings Hotel group, Northern Ireland’s largest independent chain of luxury 4 and 5 star hotels, has taken the full range of its fixed communications business back to BT
Hastings Hotels Group are all-in with BT The Hastings Hotel group, Northern Ireland’s largest independent chain of luxury 4 and 5 star hotels, has taken the full range of its fixed communications business back to BT
Aug 30, 2011
BT appoints new CEO of all-Ireland operation BT today announced the appointment of Colm O’Neill as Chief Executive Officer at its all-Ireland operation, effective from the 19th September 2011.
BT appoints new CEO of all-Ireland operation BT today announced the appointment of Colm O’Neill as Chief Executive Officer at its all-Ireland operation, effective from the 19th September 2011.
Aug 11, 2011
It’s good to talk, walk, or run at the Waterside half marathon The Waterside Half Marathon Organising Team, with race partner BT, are keen to find out more about the runners, walkers, relay teams, and all those participating in the 30th anniversary celebrations at this year's event.
It’s good to talk, walk, or run at the Waterside half marathon The Waterside Half Marathon Organising Team, with race partner BT, are keen to find out more about the runners, walkers, relay teams, and all those participating in the 30th anniversary celebrations at this year's event.
Jun 30, 2011
Disability action leads the way with new -try before you buy centre - for people with disabilities Disability Action has joined forces with BT to become the first organisation in Northern Ireland to offer an entirely new service for people with disabilities. The first ‘Try Before You Buy’ centre has been established and is located at Disability Ac
Disability action leads the way with new -try before you buy centre - for people with disabilities Disability Action has joined forces with BT to become the first organisation in Northern Ireland to offer an entirely new service for people with disabilities. The first ‘Try Before You Buy’ centre has been established and is located at Disability Ac
Jun 26, 2011
Over 80 per cent of school students look outside the classroom to learn about information technology Given the opportunity what would you ask the Government to change? That was just one of the questions put to students in a research study released today by the BT Young Scientist & Technology Exhibition.
Over 80 per cent of school students look outside the classroom to learn about information technology Given the opportunity what would you ask the Government to change? That was just one of the questions put to students in a research study released today by the BT Young Scientist & Technology Exhibition.
Jun 25, 2011
Northern Ireland charities among the hundreds signing up to BT’s MyDonate online fundraising service More than 500 UK-registered charities have joined MyDonate, the new free online charitable fundraising service from BT (www.bt.com/mydonate), since launch in April this year, with hundreds of other charities set to join in the coming weeks.
Northern Ireland charities among the hundreds signing up to BT’s MyDonate online fundraising service More than 500 UK-registered charities have joined MyDonate, the new free online charitable fundraising service from BT (www.bt.com/mydonate), since launch in April this year, with hundreds of other charities set to join in the coming weeks.
Jun 7, 2011
BT Commits to Connecting Communities Dublin Tuesday, 7th June 2011: BT, one of the world’s leading communications services companies has today launched a major initiative to help communities across Ireland get online.
BT Commits to Connecting Communities Dublin Tuesday, 7th June 2011: BT, one of the world’s leading communications services companies has today launched a major initiative to help communities across Ireland get online.
Jun 7, 2011
BT Commits to Connecting Communities Limerick Tuesday, 7th June 2011: BT, one of the world’s leading communications services companies has today launched a major initiative to help communities across Ireland get online
BT Commits to Connecting Communities Limerick Tuesday, 7th June 2011: BT, one of the world’s leading communications services companies has today launched a major initiative to help communities across Ireland get online
