Leaders unite to urge reversal of Universal Credit cut
First Minister Paul Givan and deputy First Minister Michelle O’Neill, together with the First Ministers of Scotland and Wales, have...
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Sep 29, 2021
First substantial changes to licensing laws in 25 years | Longer opening and drinking-up times
The Minister was joined by Colin Neill of Hospitality Ulster and Janice Gault of the NI Hotels Federation in the Cathedral Quarter of...
Sep 28, 2021
Completed applications for Spend Local card passes 400,000
Economy Minister Gordon Lyons today described the response to the huge early demand for the Spend Local card as formidable. The portal...
Sep 27, 2021
APPLY | Portal for Spend Local card applications open
Economy Minister Gordon Lyons today announced that the portal for applications to the High Street Scheme is now open. The Minister said:...
Sep 23, 2021
Latest update from NI Executive on continued response to Covid-19
The Northern Ireland Executive met today (Thursday 23 September) to discuss its ongoing response to the Covid-19 health crisis as we move...
Sep 21, 2021
Lyons praises Northern Ireland film industry on visit to ‘Dungeon and Dragons’ set
Economy Minister Gordon Lyons (right) visited Titanic Studios where he met (from left) the film’s producer, Jeremy Latcham and NI Screen...
Sep 20, 2021
Be ready with key information when applying for Spend Local card: Lyons
Economy Minister Gordon Lyons today reminded applicants to the High Street Scheme that the applications portal will be open from 27...
Sep 18, 2021
International Travel update - traffic light system removed
Following a meeting today of UK Government Ministers it has been agreed to introduce a new travel framework, simplifying the current...
Sep 16, 2021
Military assistance requested for Northern Ireland Health Service
The Department of Health can confirm that a further request for military assistance for the Northern Ireland health service has been made...
Sep 15, 2021
£5m fund to retain skills in the creative sector across Northern Ireland
A £5million fund to prevent the loss of the talent and expertise of individuals and freelancers working in the creative sector has been...
Sep 14, 2021
Covid vaccination booster jabs to be rolled out across Northern Ireland
Health Minister Robin Swann has welcomed the advice on Covid booster vaccinations from the Joint Committee on Vaccination and...
Sep 14, 2021
Everything you need to know as Spend Local pre-paid card scheme set to open
Economy Minister Gordon Lyons today announced a number of important dates in the rollout of the High Street Scheme (HSS). On a visit to...
Sep 14, 2021
Major investment for outdoor play and learning in special schools in Northern Ireland
The Minister made the announcement during a visit to Longstone School in Dundonald. Special schools are set to benefit from an £800,000...
Sep 14, 2021
Young people in Northern Ireland aged 12 to 15 to be offered Covid-19 vaccine
People aged 12-15 in Northern Ireland will be offered a first dose of COVID-19 vaccine shortly. This move follows the unanimous advice to...
Sep 14, 2021
Key dates announced for High Street Spend Local Card Scheme
Some key dates have been revealed on the Northern Ireland High Street Spend Local Card Scheme. Economy Minister Gordon Lyons has...
Sep 13, 2021
Communities Minister Hargey furthers Bill to protect private tenants
Communities Minister Deirdre Hargey has today moved the second stage of the Private Tenancies Bill in the Assembly. The Private Tenancies...
Sep 12, 2021
Health Minister commends staff at vaccine centres
Health Minister Robin Swann has thanked staff who have worked tirelessly to deliver the Northern Ireland vaccination programme. This...
Sep 9, 2021
McIlveen announces £16.6M for Engage II Programme and £545K for Engage GCSE Mathematics support
Education Minister, Michelle McIlveen has today launched the £16.6m Engage II programme to support children and young people’s learning...
Sep 8, 2021
New alcohol and drug strategy aims to prevent and reduce harm caused by substance abuse
Pictured at the launch are (l-r) Health Minister Robin Swann; Sonya Johnston, Acting Addiction Services Manager; Lynsey Graham, Service...
Sep 7, 2021
Education Minister | Discussions ongoing to alleviate current pressures in schools
Education Minister Michelle McIlveen has issued a statement this evening (Tuesday 7 September) addressing the ongoing situation in...
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