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Minister O’Dowd thanks winter service staff
Infrastructure Minister John O’Dowd with gritter drivers Neil Norrie and Stuart Tate. Infrastructure Minister John O’Dowd has thanked...
Jan 9


Influenza vaccination programme extended to everyone aged 50 to 64 years of age
The Department of Health is making influenza vaccination available free of charge to everyone aged 50 to 64 years of age. This extension...
Jan 9


Victims and survivors of historical child abuse in faith settings encouraged to share their experiences
The First Minister and deputy First Minister are encouraging victims and survivors of historical child abuse in faith settings to tell...
Jan 8


Minister confirms date for landslide road repair for residents in Glens of Antrim
Infrastructure Minister John O’Dowd during today’s visit Northern Ireland Infrastructure Minister John O’Dowd paid a visit to the Glens...
Jan 8


First Northern Ireland statistics on domestic abuse prosecutions and convictions published
Justice Minister Naomi Long welcomes the first official publication of domestic abuse prosecutions and convictions statistics. The...
Jan 7


Concerns over ‘devastating impact’ on tourism as Home Office travel scheme begins
Economy Minister Conor Murphy has again pressed the Home Office to reconsider their implementation of a new scheme that will have a...
Jan 7


“Keep warm, keep well”, say Ministers
Health Minister Mike Nesbitt and Communities Minister Gordon Lyons have urged the public to access advice and services that can help them...
Jan 3


Stay safe and support staff - Nesbitt
Health Minister Mike Nesbitt has urged everyone to support the health service by celebrating the New Year safely. The Minister also asked...
Dec 31, 2024


TUV Leader delivers stark New Year Message on Unionism and the Protocol
TUV North Antrim MP Jim Allister and party colleague Timothy Gaston MLA In a New Year message that resonates with both criticism and a...
Dec 31, 2024


New requirements in force for smoke, heat and carbon monoxide alarms in private rental properties
New regulations relating to smoke, heat and carbon monoxide alarms for private tenancies are now in full implementation in Northern...
Dec 31, 2024


Mental health campaigners calls for action after significant rise in deaths by suicide in NI
New Script for Mental Health campaigners have called for action to be taken immediately to address what they describe as an unacceptable...
Dec 29, 2024


Department of Health apologises for long waits and asks for patience as system struggles
Department of Health statement on winter pressures The health and social care system continues to experience severe pressure on services....
Dec 29, 2024


New analysis shows half of NI farms potentially impacted by inheritance tax changes
Around half of all farms in Northern Ireland, accounting for 80% of farmed land, could be impacted by the Inheritance Tax changes...
Dec 28, 2024


Strengthening animal welfare in NI a top priority - DAERA Minister Andrew Muir
A range of policies aimed at strengthening animal welfare, such as introducing Lucy’s Law to ban third party sale of puppies and kittens,...
Dec 28, 2024


Cancer Focus NI welcomes continued reduction in smoking rates, says more is needed
The latest NI Health Survey , published this month from the Department of Health, shows that just over 1 in 8 people in Northern Ireland...
Dec 22, 2024


Public urged to think before getting a pet this Christmas
Agriculture, Environment and Rural Affairs Minister Andrew Muir is pictured with members of the Northern Ireland Companion Animal Welfare...
Dec 21, 2024


Latest figures published for life expectancy in Northern Ireland
The Department of Health has published the latest statistical report ‘Life Expectancy in Northern Ireland 2021-23: Headline Figures’. The...
Dec 21, 2024


Timely discharge is better for patients and our hospitals
The Department of Health is reminding the public that timely discharge from hospital is better for patients and can help deliver hospital...
Dec 19, 2024


Trading Standards Service warns consumers to be alert to the twelve scams of Christmas
The Department for the Economy’s Trading Standards Service (TSS) is urging consumers to be on their guard against scams during this...
Dec 19, 2024


XL Bully owners urged to take action now to avoid their pet being seized
XL Bully owners only have 2 weeks left to apply for an Exemption Certificate to avoid their dog being seized and facing court action,...
Dec 17, 2024
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