Vaccination slots go online for 65-69-year-olds

People aged 65-69 can now book their Covid-19 vaccination appointments at one of NI’s seven regional vaccination centres.




Q&A panel session – assisting children with type 1 diabetes


I am pleased to have been advised that Diabetes UK is running a virtual Q&A panel session tomorrow (Thursday 28th January) between 7pm and 8.30pm to assist parents and carers of children with type 1 diabetes.

It will include parents of type 1 children, who will talk about how they’ve managed their biggest challenges, and they’ll reflect on how they keep positive. 

You can ask them any questions you like, no matter how big or small. 

This is aimed at parents/carers of children & young people with type 1 diabetes, aged up to 18 years.

You can register at https://eu.eventscloud.com/esurvey/index.php?surveyid=200042039




Mallon seeks further powers to open another financial assistance scheme for private bus and coach operators

Infrastructure Minister Nichola Mallon is seeking further powers to open another financial assistance scheme for private bus and coach operators.




Additional funding for hospices in recognition of impact of Covid-19

Health Minister Robin Swann today announced additional funding of £1.65 million for hospices in Northern Ireland.  




Labour Market Statistics

The labour market statistics were published today by the Northern Ireland Statistics & Research Agency.