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New era for public transport as Belfast Grand Central Station opens
Pictured with the Infrastructure Minister, John O’Dowd are, Belfast Lord Mayor, Councillor Micky Murray and Chris Conway, Translink Group...
Sep 9, 2024


Liverpool and NI star Bradley backs road safety campaign
Northern Ireland international and Liverpool football star Conor Bradley pictured with DfI Minister John O’Dowd and Conrad Kirkwood,...
Sep 8, 2024

Northern Ireland Education Minister's £250k mobile phone pouch scheme faces criticism
North Antrim MLA Timothy Gaston (TUV) In a move that has sparked both support and criticism across Northern Ireland, Education Minister...
Sep 8, 2024


Belfast Grand Central Station can revolutionise how we travel – Muir
DAERA Minister Andrew Muir is greeted by Chris Conway, Translink Group Chief Executive at Grand Central Station in Belfast. The new Grand...
Sep 8, 2024


Education Minister issues guidance recommending schools should not allow use of mobile phones
Education Minister, Paul Givan chatting to pupils at St Columbanus College, Bangor. Education Minister Paul Givan has today issued new...
Sep 3, 2024


Institutions make payments to cost of Historical Institutional Abuse Redress Scheme
Two institutions have made contributions towards the cost of the Historical Institutional Abuse Redress Scheme. First Minister Michelle...
Sep 1, 2024


International staff “very welcome and deeply valued”: Nesbitt
Health Minister Mike Nesbitt with internationally recruited doctors (from left): Urology Consultant Dr Sartaj Wali Khan; Radiology...
Aug 31, 2024


Archibald encourages entrepreneurs to help vacant premises get ‘Back in Business’
Minister with (L to R) Jennifer McCullagh, Claire McDowell, and Emma Thorpe from Hare and Hawthorn Ltd Finance Minister, Dr Caoimhe...
Aug 29, 2024


Minister Murphy says positive tourism figures set foundation for future growth
Economy Minister Conor Murphy pictured at the Giant's Causeway Economy Minister Conor Murphy has welcomed the latest tourism statistics...
Aug 29, 2024


Northern Ireland’s first independent Autism Reviewer appointed
Health Minister Mike Nesbitt pictured with newly appointed Independent Autism Reviewer Ema Cubitt. Health Minister Mike Nesbitt has...
Aug 21, 2024


Minister commits to new Farming with Nature Package
DAERA Minister Andrew Muir's visit to Stephen Alexander's farm in Groomsport with Réamaí Mathers and Stephen. On a recent visit, DAERA...
Aug 21, 2024


Minister Muir plants first tree in Woodland Renewal project at Ulster Folk Museum
(L-R) Kathryn Thomson, Chief Executive, National Museums NI; Aaron ward, Director of Public Engagement, National Museums NI; and Andrew...
Aug 18, 2024


MEA Council seeking powers to fine householders who block footpaths with their bins
Mid and East Antrim householders who block footpaths with their bins could be fined if the council is given new powers by Stormont. The...
Aug 6, 2024


MEA Council enters partnership in bid to enhance adult numeracy skills
Mayor of Mid and East Antrim Alderman Beth Adger MBE with MEABC Skills & Entrepreneurship Manager Rhonda Lynn and Denise Mayo MEABC...
Aug 5, 2024


£450K initiative launched to explore solutions to tackle Blue Green Aglae
Image captured by Colleen Webb of the extent of the Blue Green Algae that has moving down the River Bann at Toome from Lough Neagh...
Aug 5, 2024


Department of Health announces details of Covid-19 autumn booster programme
An autumn Covid-19 booster vaccination will be offered to those at high risk of serious disease and who are most likely to benefit from...
Aug 2, 2024

Decision to limit the Winter Fuel Payment is disappointing - NI Communities Minister
Northern Ireland Communities minister Gordon Lyons has described the Chancellor’s recent announcement on cuts to the Winter Fuel Payment...
Jul 30, 2024


Ballymena student builds a future career at Northern Regional College
Taylor Stewart, Northern Regional College brickwork trainee and Colin Michael, Project Manager from Heron Bros, at the College’s new...
Jul 29, 2024


Rathlin is an ecotourism example for us all – Muir
DAERA Minister Andrew Muir is pictured with representatives from RSPBNI at RSPB Seabird Centre at the West on Rathlin Island (L-R)...
Jul 29, 2024


Prison staff increase announced in response to rising prisoner numbers in NI
Justice Minister Naomi Long pictured during a visit to Maghaberry Prison chatting with Governor Tracy Megrath and prison staff Justice...
Jul 25, 2024
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