Covid-19 press conference – 03 June 2020

The Economy Minister Diane Dodds discussed issues including the reopening of hotels and the wider hospitality industry. John McGrillen CEO of Tourism NI discussed the impact Coronavirus has had on the industry.

Minister's opening remarks for the daily briefing – 3 June 2020

Good afternoon. I must start with the sombre news that eight more deaths from Covid-19 were announced today. I want to pass on my condolences to the family and friends of those who have passed away.

Planet Fair Trade Competition

School pupils across Scotland can enter the Scottish Fair Trade competition for a chance to win Fair Trade prizes and have your posters/videos shared around the world – but you must enter by Friday of this week – 5th June 2020.

Simply create a poster or video based on the Planet Fair Trade theme of this year’s World Fair Trade Day.

Full details at www.tinyurl.com/fairtrade-competition

We’ve never been more grateful to waste sector for their vital work – Poots

Environment Minister Edwin Poots has applauded the essential waste sector for maintaining key services, protecting the environment and public health during the pandemic.

Poots highlights dangers of pollution in waterways

Environment Minister Edwin Poots MLA has reminded farmers, businesses and members of the public of the need to be extra careful to avoid pollution of local waterways.