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Ballymena immigration issues highlighted by TUV MLA in Stormont debate
In a fiery debate at Stormont on Tuesday, 20th May, Traditional Unionist Voice (TUV) MLA Timothy Gaston delivered a scathing critique of...
May 22


Sinn Féin MLA calls for real living wage to transform Northern Ireland’s health & social care sector
North Antrim Sinn Féin MLA and Health Committee Chair Philip McGuigan, with represtatives at the Living Wage NI event In a passionate...
May 22


£4.9 million extension project begins at Kilronan School in Magherafelt
Education Minister Paul Givan cuts the first sod for the School Enhancement Project at Kilronan School. Pictured with the Minister -...
May 22


Northern Ireland unveils ambitious animal welfare 10-point plan
Agriculture, Environment and Rural Affairs Minister Andrew Muir is pictured on a visit to Dogs Trust Ballymena where he announced the...
May 22


Communities Minister urges full reinstatement of Winter Fuel Payment amid welfare reform concerns
Communities Minister, Gordon Lyons Northern Ireland’s Communities Minister, Gordon Lyons, has issued a robust call for the full...
May 21


Paul Frew calls for urgent reform on NI cancer waiting lists
Paul Frew, DUP MLA for North Antrim Paul Frew, DUP MLA for North Antrim, has delivered a forceful appeal during a Northern Ireland...
May 21


Northern Ireland to launch first regional Obesity Management Service
Health Minister Mike Nesbitt has announced the launch of Northern Ireland’s first Regional Obesity Management Service (ROMS), marking a...
May 21


DfI unveils campaign highlighting child safety risks near buses
The Department for Infrastructure (DfI) has today launched a powerful new advertising campaign to raise awareness of the dangers children...
May 20


Liz Kimmins pledges boost to community transport funding across Northern Ireland
Image: North Coast Community Transport Infrastructure Minister Liz Kimmins has announced her intention to increase funding for community...
May 20


Minister calls on public to support health service by prioritising personal health and wellbeing
Health Minister Mike Nesbitt has made a direct appeal to the people of Northern Ireland, urging them to take greater personal...
May 18


DAERA warns landowners to control noxious weeds or face penalties
Common Ragwort The Department of Agriculture, Environment and Rural Affairs (DAERA) has issued a formal reminder to farmers and...
May 17


Philip McGuigan urges immediate action on gambling harm treatment in Northern Ireland
Sinn Féin MLA Philip McGuigan Sinn Féin MLA Philip McGuigan has issued a stark warning to the Northern Ireland Executive following the...
May 17


Ministers welcome cross-border collaboration on innovation in healthcare and medicines optimisation
(L-R): Dr Glenda Fleming, MOIC; Professor John R Scott, HIHI; Professor Cathy Harrison, DoH; Minister Alan Dillon; Health Minister Mike...
May 16


Minister unveils £250million Access to Finance Fund to support Northern Ireland start-ups and SMEs
Pictured at the launch of a new round of Access to Finance funding are (L-R) Kieran Donoghue, Invest NI CEO, Economy Minister Dr Caoimhe...
May 15


Future of NI farming: Young farmers call for reform at Balmoral Show
Representatives from the Young Farmers’ Clubs of Ulster with Members of the Committee for Agriculture, Environment and Rural Affairs and...
May 15


Gaston warns Northern Ireland risks becoming “dumping ground” for illegal migrants
TUV North Antrim MLA Timothy Gaston TUV representative for North Antrim, Timothy Gaston, has voiced grave concerns in the Northern...
May 15


Minister Muir unveils ‘Farming with Nature’ scheme to enhance sustainability in NI agriculture
DAERA Minister Muir is pictured at the Sustainable Agriculture Programme stand at the Balmoral Show to announce his intention to roll out...
May 15


Minister Liz Kimmins visits Rathlin Island, praises green energy vision and community-led initiatives
Minister Kimmins is pictured with representatives from the Rathlin Development and Community Association, The Future Island-Island...
May 14


Minister Andrew Muir launches first NI Food Action Plan at Balmoral Show
DAERA Minister Andrew Muir and local chef Paula McIntyre are pictured launching the NI Food Strategy Framework’s two-year Action Plan on...
May 14


Northern Ireland announces record investment in Health and Social Care Workforce training
Health Minister Mike Nesbitt has announced an unprecedented investment in Northern Ireland’s Health and Social Care (HSC) workforce, with...
May 14
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