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USPCA welcomes political support for Banned Offenders Register
The USPCA welcomes strong political support for the establishment of a Register of Animal Welfare Offenders, following the passing of a...
Oct 23, 2024


Research vessel to aid monitoring of blue green algae on Lough Neagh
AFBI Freshwater scientist, Faye Shiels with DAERA Minister Andrew Muir pictured at the handover of the research vessel SALAR in...
Oct 22, 2024

International expert in education policy appointed to review Northern Ireland Curriculum
International expert in education policy, Lucy Crehan Education Minister Paul Givan has announced a Review of the Northern Ireland...
Oct 21, 2024


Event showcasing careers in learning disability and mental health nursing
(L-R) Maria McIlgorm, Chief Nursing Officer Department of Health; Health Minister Mike Nesbitt; Claire Thompson; Samantha Irwin. The...
Oct 21, 2024


It’s time to ban hunting wild mammals with dogs in Northern Ireland, says Blair
(L-R) Robbie Marsland (League Against Cruel Sports), Freddie the Fox, John Blair MLA (Alliance Party), and Nora Smith (USPCA). Image:...
Oct 21, 2024

TUV MLA Timothy Gaston highlights local issues during Stormont debate on housing
Addressing the Assembly during a Stormont debate on housing, Timothy Gaston, the TUV MLA for North Antrim, drew attention to the dire...
Oct 20, 2024


Police issue travel advice due to impacts of Storm Ashley
Image: Anne Kelly Police have advised road users to prepare for potential traffic disruption today, Sunday 20th October, due to the...
Oct 20, 2024


Northern Ireland has key role in commemorating landmark USA anniversary
Minister Gordon Lyons with Jay Bosanko, Deputy Archivist of the United States, outside the National Archives in Washington DC....
Oct 20, 2024


Education Minister welcomes Language Launchpad
Education Minister Paul Givan announcing Language Launchpad with Ruth Sedgewick, Northern Ireland Head of the Royal College of Speech and...
Oct 19, 2024


Health Minister Mike Nesbitt outlines plan for new bill to deal with 21st century hazards
Health Minister Mike Nesbitt sets out his plans for new bill by Mike Nesbitt The public consultation on a proposed new public health bill...
Oct 16, 2024


Minister Muir visits Ballymena based businesses
DAERA Minister Andrew Muir MLA pictured with NIFDA Executive Director Michael Bell and Cranswick Country Foods Technical Manager Kathryn...
Oct 16, 2024


Award-winning PSNI Road Show takes compelling and hard hitting road safety message to Stormont
Chief Superintendent Sam Donaldson and Department for Infrastructure Minister John O’Dowd and Marguerite Brosnan, CEO AXA Ireland at the...
Oct 15, 2024


DAERA awards £4m to slurry project aimed at reducing excess phosphorous
Minister Muir is pictured with Jack Blakiston Houston at BH Estates. BH Estates has been awarded £4million over three years to help...
Oct 14, 2024


130 student placements on offer with Civil Service – Archibald
Pictured with Finance Minister Dr Caoimhe Archibald and Minister of Agriculture, Environment and Rural Affairs Andrew Muir are Gráinne...
Oct 14, 2024


NI’s dual market access key to unlocking growth opportunities in Germany – Murphy
Pictured at the Brandenburg Gate in Berlin are Economy Minister Conor Murphy; Steve Harper, Executive Director of International Business...
Oct 14, 2024

Gaston praises Turning Point NI's vital work in Ballymena during Assembly Debate
North Antrim TUV MLA Timothy Gaston In a heartfelt address during an Assembly debate, North Antrim TUV MLA Timothy Gaston lauded the...
Oct 12, 2024


Finance Committee call for Baby Loss Certificates to be recognised in law
Members of the Northern Ireland Assembly’s Finance Committee calling for Baby Loss Certificates to be recognised in law. (L to R): Gerry...
Oct 8, 2024


Pensioners to protest at Stormont over removal of winter fuel payment
The National Pensioners Convention in Northern Ireland will host a protest at Stormont over the government’s failure to address the needs...
Oct 4, 2024


UK Minister vows to work with devolved nations to deliver growth in first visit to Northern Ireland
The newly appointed Minister for Intergovernmental Relations, Pat McFadden, made his first visit to Northern Ireland today The visit...
Oct 3, 2024

Patients encouraged to sign up for My Care portal
Health Minister Mike Nesbitt is encouraging people to sign up for access to the My Care patient portal, which allows patients and service...
Oct 2, 2024
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