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Derry / London Heathrow route secured - Murphy
Economy Minister Conor Murphy is pictured at City of Derry Airport with its Manager Steve Frazer and Infrastructure Minister John O’Dowd....
Feb 14, 2024


Latest figures reveal alcohol related deaths increased by 45.9% in NI over decade
The Northern Ireland Statistics and Research Agency (NISRA) has today published figures for alcohol-specific deaths registered in...
Feb 14, 2024


My priority is to deliver positive change for people - Lyons
Communities Minister Gordon Lyons MLA has said his key priority is to deliver positive change for people in Northern Ireland. He said: “I...
Feb 14, 2024


Health Minister Robin Swann outlines Women’s Health Action Plan
A Women’s Health Action Plan is being developed by the Department of Health, Minister Robin Swann has said. This will pave the way for a...
Feb 13, 2024


Additional £1million to be invested in road maintenance and tackle pothole problem
Infrastructure Minister John O’Dowd has said an additional £1million is to be invested in road maintenance with a focus on addressing the...
Feb 12, 2024


Advice NI encourages Tax Credit claimants to seek independent advice before claiming Universal Credit
With the Department for Communities currently issuing thousands of Migration Notice letters each month to people on Tax Credits as part...
Feb 12, 2024


Stopping animal cruelty should be a priority for all – Muir
DAERA Minister Andrew Muir pictured with USPCA CEO Nora Smith during his visit to the USPCA offices in Newry on Tuesday. In his first...
Feb 11, 2024


Minister pledges to deliver on key priorities for Education
Education Minister Paul Givan pictured with Rathmore Grammar School Principal Dr Arthur Donnelly and students during a visit to the...
Feb 10, 2024


NHSCT has warned of a potential merging of Antrim & Causeway Hospital Emergency Surgery Departments
The Northern Health and Social Care Trust (NHSCT) has warned of the potential merging of the “unsustainable” elective and emergency...
Feb 10, 2024


Health Minister reinstates funding but NI Hospice facing deeper financial pressures
Pictured: Health Minister Robin Swann MLA, and an aerial view of the Northern Ireland Children's Hospice (Newtownabbey, County Antrim)....
Feb 10, 2024


Murphy and Coveney meet to discuss new trading opportunities
Economy Minister Conor Murphy (right) is pictured with Minister of Enterprise, Trade and Employment Simon Coveney TD and...
Feb 10, 2024


Six new PSNI officers set to embark on career in policing in near future
Police Service of Northern Ireland’s Chief Constable Jon Boutcher was joined by the First Minister Michelle O’Neill, Deputy First...
Feb 9, 2024


Minister Muir pledges urgent action on Lough Neagh
DAERA's Deputy Chief Fisheries Officer Arthur Niven (left) and DAERA Minister Andrew Muir chat at Ballyronan Marina. DAERA Minister...
Feb 8, 2024


Fair and just settlement needed for NI public sector workers and public services – O’Neill & Little-Pengelly
Northern Ireland First Minister Michelle O’Neill and deputy First Minister Emma Little-Pengelly The Executive will take a united case for...
Feb 6, 2024


Sustainable budget and public sector pay a priority - Archibald
Finance Minister Dr Caomihe Archibald MLA has written to the Treasury requesting a meeting to discuss the significant financial pressures...
Feb 6, 2024


RSPB NI calls for immediate action from Stormont to protect nature and climate
RSPB NI has today, Monday, 5 February 2024, welcomed that the Northern Ireland Assembly has returned to Stormont and is again ready for...
Feb 5, 2024


Infrastructure Minister welcomes suspension of transport strike later this month
Infrastructure Minister, John O’Dowd has this evening, Monday 5th February, welcomed the suspension of the transport strike on 15...
Feb 5, 2024


Naomi Long returns as Justice Minister for Northern Ireland
Justice Minister for Northern Ireland Naomi Long Naomi Long has been re-elected as Justice Minister for Northern Ireland. The Minister...
Feb 5, 2024


Health Minister prioritises pay talks
New Health Minister Robin Swann has spoken of his honour at returning to the post. The Minister emphasised his intention to secure pay...
Feb 4, 2024


Swann attends Stormont event to promote menopause awareness
Ulster Unionist MLA Robin Swann has attended a Stormont event designed to raise awareness of the many symptoms of the menopause. Mr Swann...
Feb 3, 2024
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