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NI drivers paying too much: Swann presses ministers to act and proposes solutions to cut premiums
Robin Swann MP Robin Swann MP has called on both the Justice Minister and the Chancellor to take urgent action to reduce the high costs...
Aug 25


TUV now NI’s third-largest party as Allister pledges no return to Stormont without Protocol removal
TUV Party Leader, Jim Allister MP TUV leader Jim Allister has said his party is ready for, and looking forward to, the challenge of the...
Aug 24


Be aware of bathing water advice over bank holiday weekend, warns DAERA Minister
People heading to Northern Ireland’s beaches and lakes this bank holiday are being urged to follow official bathing water advice, as...
Aug 23


Traffic survey planned for Ballymoney’s Frosses Road & Kirk Road junction after safety concerns raised
North Antrim DUP MLA Paul Frew Concerns have been raised over the safety of a busy Ballymoney road junction, with the Department for...
Aug 22


Minister urges road safety ahead of Bank Holiday as latest figures reveal 69 deaths in 2024
Infrastructure Minister Liz Kimmins has appealed to motorists to put safety first over the Bank Holiday weekend, as the latest Northern...
Aug 22


£737,000 Ballyclare resurfacing scheme to resume this month
A major £737,000 carriageway resurfacing project on Hillhead Road, Ballyclare, is set to restart on Monday 25 August 2025, after being...
Aug 21


Kilrea to benefit from £190,000 resurfacing scheme at key A54 roundabouts
The Diamond, Kilrea Infrastructure Minister Liz Kimmins has confirmed that a £190,000 road improvement scheme will begin in Kilrea later...
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


Education Minister confirms plans to extend compulsory education and training to age 18 in NI
Education Minister Paul Givan Education Minister Paul Givan has announced that new legislation will be brought forward to ensure all...
Aug 20


Lyons announces £2.5m boost for homelessness prevention services in Northern Ireland
Minister Lyons meets the NI Men's team competing in the Homeless World Cup in Oslo next week. Communities Minister Gordon Lyons has...
Aug 20


£30k+ starting salary: 500 Civil Service roles open in Northern Ireland
The Northern Ireland Civil Service (NICS) has announced the launch of a major recruitment campaign to fill around 500 permanent Executive...
Aug 19


Northern Ireland’s Largest Lake Faces Ecological Crisis – Politicians Urged to Act
Neagh at Ballyronan on 18 August 2025. (Photo: Lough Neagh Partnership) Lough Neagh Partnership Chair Urges Immediate Action to Protect...
Aug 18


Go Succeed drives growth at Kilrea’s Healy McKeown Architects
Economy Minister, Dr Caoimhe Archibald MLA, pictured alongside Mayor of Causeway Coast and Glens Councillor Oliver McMullan and Michael...
Aug 18


NIEA urges vigilance following sighting of Asian hornet in Cork
The invasive Asian Hornet Members of the public are being urged to remain vigilant following a confirmed sighting of the invasive Asian...
Aug 18


Kells Angling Club gains cross-party backing in high-stakes hatchery campaign
The declining Dollaghan Trout (All images: Kells, Connor & Glenwherry Angling Club) A County Antrim angling club has secured backing from...
Aug 17


Street art boost: Over 40 new murals planned across Mid and East Antrim with £85,000 investment
Street art on buildings in Ballymena town centre Communities Minister Gordon Lyons has confirmed an £85,000 investment in a new Street...
Aug 16


Swann presses for Belfast Circle Line commitment amid rail review uncertainty
South Antrim MP Robin Swann South Antrim MP Robin Swann has called for firm assurances that the proposed Belfast Circle Line will be...
Aug 15


Stormont faces backlash over £7.5m Ballymena link road blunder
St Patrick’s Link Road, Ballymena Stormont departments are facing a storm of criticism after it emerged that Ballymena’s new £7.5 million...
Aug 15


Final call for farmers to register for Soil Nutrient Health Scheme before upcoming deadline
Farm businesses in County Antrim and across Northern Ireland are being urged to register for the Soil Nutrient Health Scheme (SNHS)...
Aug 14


Northern Ireland students celebrate outstanding BTEC, AS and A Level Results
Education Minister Paul Givan pictured at Rathmore Grammar School in Dunmurry with Principal Arthur Donnelly and pupils. Education...
Aug 14
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