Ministers launch public appointment competition for new Commissioner for Victims and Survivors

First Minister Paul Givan and deputy First Minister Michelle O’Neill have launched a public appointment competition for a new Commissioner for Victims and Survivors (CVS).

Minister announces improved Air Quality Alert system to help protect public health

Environment Minister Edwin Poots MLA has announced changes to his Department’s High Air Pollution Alert Protocol in order to improve how the public are informed when periods of high air pollution are forecast or being experienced in Northern Ireland.

Mallon to review strategic planning policy on oil and gas development, including development involving fracking

Infrastructure Minister Nichola Mallon MLA announced today that she is commencing a review of strategic planning policy on oil and gas development. The review will include consideration of unconventional hydrocarbon development, commonly referred to as fracking.

Panel to undertake Independent review of education announced

Education Minister, Michelle McIlveen has announced the independent panel which will undertake the review of education.

Statement on Executive decisions – social distancing

With furlough due to end in a few days we are very aware of the financial burden on businesses that aren’t yet able to operate at full capacity due to the current social distancing restrictions and the very real concerns of those people whose jobs are at risk.