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Next generation of coachbuilders join Wrightbus apprenticeship scheme in Ballymena
Wrightbus welcomed 47 new apprentices to the Ballymena manufacturing facility. World-leading bus manufacturer Wrightbus has welcomed 47...
Sep 10
“Only the beginning”: Paul Givan updates Assembly on Northern Ireland TransformED education reforms
Education Minister Paul Givan has praised the early progress of TransformED, the Department of Education’s flagship reform strategy,...
Sep 10
Education Minister orders withdrawal of transgender guidance for Northern Ireland schools
Northern Ireland Education Minister Paul Givan Education Minister Paul Givan has instructed the Education Authority to immediately...
Sep 8
Frew welcomes continued funding for counselling support in Ballymena schools
Harryville, Ballykeel, and Camphill Primary Schools in Ballymena. North Antrim MLA Paul Frew has welcomed confirmation from Communities...
Sep 4
Go Succeed and Young Enterprise NI launch initiative for NI’s next generation of business leaders
Launching the initiative at Northern Regional College’s new Ballymena campus, from left: Jane Hanna and Carol Fitzsimons MBE, Young...
Sep 2
Councillor raises alarm over SEN provision in rural Mid and East Antrim
Sinn Féin Braid Councillor Archie Rae A Mid and East Antrim councillor has voiced strong concern over what he described as the “alarming”...
Sep 1
Free training opportunities at Habitat ReStore Ballymena to help boost local job prospects
ReStore Volunteer Coordinator Matt Robinson will be providing free training for local people in Ballymena. Habitat for Humanity has...
Aug 31
Translink issues back-to-school travel advice ahead of September timetable changes
Translink has issued important back-to-school travel advice as thousands of pupils prepare to return to classrooms across Northern...
Aug 30
COVID legacy hits NI schools: Minister acts on literacy & numeracy gaps as 28% of pupils fall behind
Nearly three in 10 pupils in Northern Ireland are not meeting expected standards in literacy and numeracy by the end of primary school,...
Aug 30
Hands-On Beef Farming Experience Awaits Year 11s in ABP Angus Challenge
As part of the ABP Angus Youth finalist programme, pupils embark on an international study tour with ABP and Certified Irish Angus....
Aug 30
Northern Ireland introduces comprehensive SEN policy to support growing number of pupils
In a significant step towards enhancing educational inclusivity, Education Minister Paul Givan has today announced the publication of a...
Aug 28
NI schools must step up for SEN children: EA’s bold call amid place shortages
In a significant push to address the escalating needs of children with Special Educational Needs (SEN) in Northern Ireland, the Education...
Aug 27
Co Antrim trailer manufacturer hit with £175K fine over worker’s death in preventable crush incident
In a stark reminder of the importance of workplace safety, a County Antrim trailer manufacturer has been fined £175,000 for health and...
Aug 27
NFSU Medical Admin Academy returns to Ballymena after pilot success
Past participant of the Medical Administration Training Academy Katie McNeill who went on to employment as a Receptionist in Maine...
Aug 25
Education Authority launches recruitment pilot to speed up SEN classroom support
The Education Authority (EA) has launched a new recruitment initiative designed to help schools fill classroom assistant vacancies more...
Aug 25
Rhys McClenaghan and Bethany Firth lead Lidl NI’s mental health Sport for Good schools programme
Lidl Northern Ireland has announced the return of its award-winning Sport for Good Mental Health Athlete Mentorship programme for the...
Aug 25
Education Authority selects Air Ambulance NI as its first Charity of the Year
Air Ambulance NI chosen as EA’s first Charity of the Year by staff, Ciaran McKenna, Air Ambulance Doctor is pictured with Richard...
Aug 24
Dale Farm and Unite reach agreement to avert strike action
Dale Farm has confirmed that strike action by its drivers and engineers has been called off after reaching agreement with Unite the...
Aug 21
60,000 pupils to return: Translink issues ‘back to school’ travel advice for new term
As schools across Northern Ireland prepare to reopen on Monday 1st September, Translink has issued essential travel advice to help...
Aug 21
“Many opportunities available” – Economy Minister GCSE and A-level students to contact Careers Service
Economy Minister Dr Caoimhe Archibald and Head of the Careers Service Justin Kerr encourage those seeking advice and guidance following...
Aug 21
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