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NI introduces regional breast cancer assessment system to tackle waiting time disparities
In a landmark reform to improve patient care, Health Minister Mike Nesbitt has announced the launch of a regional approach to breast...
May 13


Stormont approves MLA pay rise Bill amid criticism from TUV’s Timothy Gaston
TUV MLA Timothy Gaston The Northern Ireland Assembly has approved the second stage of a contentious Bill that paves the way for a...
May 13


Rejection of balanced amendment undermines opportunity to protect rights – Beattie
Ulster Unionist Party MLA Doug Beattie MC has criticised the decision by Alliance, Sinn Féin and the SDLP to reject a proposed amendment...
May 13


Health Minister praises nurses and midwives across Northern Ireland
(L-R): Alison Lowry (Lead Practice Nurse, Grosvenor Road Surgery), Theresa Morey (GPN West Belfast Federation), Health Minister Mike...
May 12


Health Minister launches public consultation on Neurology Services in Northern Ireland
Health Minister Mike Nesbitt Health Minister Mike Nesbitt has urged the public to have their say on the future of neurological care in...
May 11


Farmers urged to submit Single Applications by deadline to avoid penalties
Farmers across Northern Ireland are being reminded to submit their Single Applications by midnight on 15 May, as the Department of...
May 11


Communities Minister ‘races’ to the starting grid at North West 200
Communities Minister Gordon Lyons meets with Michael Dunlop on the grid of the North West 200. Northern Ireland Communities Minister,...
May 10


HSC introduces new agency worker framework to strengthen workforce and cut costs
Northern Ireland’s Health and Social Care system (HSC) has announced the introduction of a new Framework to regulate the use of agency...
May 10


Timothy Gaston MLA cleared by Standards Commissioner in transgender policy complaint
North Antrim TUV MLA Timothy Gaston (Image: Jonathan Porter/Press Eye) TUV MLA Timothy Gaston has been cleared by the Northern Ireland...
May 9


‘Stop before someone is injured or killed’: Authorities issue urgent wildfire warning across NI
Northern Ireland authorities have issued a stark warning to the public as the risk of wildfires intensifies during a spell of warm and...
May 9


Paul Givan: “Education is the foundation of everything we aspire to be”
Education Minister Paul Givan pictured with conference speakers, including: (l to r) Tim Oates, Nina Hood, Hardip Begol, Bradley Busch,...
May 8


NI health service enters new digital era with ‘encompass’ roll-out completed across all Trusts
The encompass journey as it rolled out across all health trusts in Northern Ireland: (inset) Health Minister Mike Nesbitt Northern...
May 8


Colin Crawford MLA welcomes Assembly motion to strengthen dog welfare protections in Northern Ireland
Ulster Unionist Party MLA for North Antrim, Colin Crawford With Dogs Trust representative outside Stormont Parliament Buildings, Belfast...
May 8


Ministers visit site of ‘game-changing’ dual purpose cruise and offshore wind energy hub at Belfast Harbour
Infrastructure Minister Liz Kimmins MLA and Economy Minister Dr Caoimhe Archibald MLA visited Belfast Harbour today, Wednesday 7th May,...
May 7


Education Minister officially opens new £5.4m facility in Mid & East Antrim
(L-R): Chief Executive of the Education Authority, Richard Pengelly, Principal of Islandmagee Primary School, Arlene Cambridge, Education...
May 7


Northern Ireland Assembly honours 80th anniversary of VE Day with commemorative event
Northern Ireland Assembly Speaker Edwin Poots MLA in a Spitfire Mk2a replica aircraft at the Assembly’s VE Day Event. The Northern...
May 6


Seven new bathing water sites identified for Northern Ireland in 2025
In a significant boost for Northern Ireland’s coastal and inland recreational offerings, DAERA Minister Andrew Muir has announced the...
May 6


Innovative SOLA Scheme supports nearly 1,200 victims of sexual offences in County Antrim
L-R: Victim Support NI deputy CEO Nichola Greene, Justice Minister Naomi Long, and CSOLA Emma-Rose Duffy Since its inception in April...
May 6


Health Minister Mike Nesbitt unveils £215M plan to tackle Northern Ireland’s hospital waiting lists
Health Minister Mike Nesbitt has announced a comprehensive £215 million package of initiatives aimed at addressing Northern Ireland’s...
May 6


Public urged to act safely and responsibly to reduce wildfire risk
Health Minister Mike Nesbitt and Agriculture, Environment and Rural Affairs Minister Andrew Muir thanked firefighters and NIFRS support...
May 5
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