First substantial changes to licensing laws in 25 years to take place in October

The first changes from new legislation to reform liquor licensing laws here will come into effect on 1 October 2021, Communities Minister Deirdre Hargey has announced.




Lyons announces 20 high quality training places on Assured Skills Academy with Version 1

Economy Minister Gordon Lyons today announced 20 training places on a new Assured Skills Academy with IT services provider Version 1.




Health Minister launches major new £40m investment to improve diagnostic services

Health Minister Robin Swann has today launched a new £40m Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS) that will significantly improve the delivery of clinical diagnostic services for key areas of healthcare.




‘Hidden Heroes’ continuing to build safer communities for all – Long

Justice Minister Naomi Long has paid tribute to prison staff across Northern Ireland during a visit to Maghaberry Prison as part of Hidden Heroes Day 2021.




Appeal for pregnant women to get vaccinated

Pregnant women are being reassured that vaccination is the most effective way to protect themselves and their babies from COVID-19.