Minister opens fifth application to EFS with visit to local farm

Minister for Environment Agriculture and Rural Affairs, Edwin Poots has opened the fifth intake to the Environmental Farming Scheme with a visit to a farm in Downpatrick to see first-hand what can be achieved through the scheme.

Self-isolation rule change takes effect

Changes to COVID-19 self-isolation rules will change from today (Monday) for people who are fully vaccinated.

Lyons announces Assured Skills Welding Academies at Southern Regional College

Economy Minister Gordon Lyons today launched a new Assured Skills Collaborative Welding Academy at Southern Regional College (SRC), with 12 training places.

Mallon launches consultation on Lighting The Comber Greenway

Infrastructure Minister Nichola Mallon has launched a public consultation seeking views on providing lighting on the Comber Greenway.

Mallon announces commencement of £2.9 million flood alleviation scheme in Newry

Infrastructure Minister Nichola Mallon has announced that a £2.9 million flood alleviation scheme on tributaries of the Newry River in the city will commence today, Monday 16 August 2021.